Information for Patients

We have educational information to help you make healthier choices to reduce your risk, manage your disease or care for a loved one. Using over 75 years of science and research we provide information you can trust!

Knowledge is power, so Learn and Live!

Arrhythmia
May lead to stroke or sudden death.

Cholesterol
As blood cholesterol levels rise, so does the risk for cardiovascular disease.

Heart Attack
Can cause permanent damage to the heart muscle — or death

Diabetes
Increases cardiovascular disease risk by two to four times.

Heart Failure
Inhibits the heart’s ability to pump blood.

High Blood Pressure
The single most important risk factor for stroke.

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)
Can lead to heart attack or stroke.

Obesity
Considered a major risk factor for coronary heart disease and heart attack.

Congenital Heart Disease in Adults
Defects that may not affect the heart until adulthood.

Other Conditions
Other heart-related conditions

 
tools for Success

ABCs of Preventing Heart Disease and Stroke  Simple ways to help prevent cardiovascular disease.

The Heart of Caregiving  Support, tips and tools to help you care for yourself while looking after others.

Cardiac Rehab Take an active role in improving your health after a heart attack or heart disease diagnosis.

Medicine Management We can help you follow your doctor's recommendations for medication and healthy habits.

The Heart Profilers Free, confidential, personalized treatment options tools that can help you understand and participate in your care or that of your loved ones.

 
Lifestyle Choices

Diet and Nutrition Without proper nutrition, your diet can contribute to cardiovascular disease.

Physical Activity The more sedentary you are, the bigger the risk for heart disease and stroke.

Smoking All tobacco-related products are enemies of your heart.

Alcohol Excess drinking can raise blood pressure, cause heart failure and lead to stroke.

 
 

This content is reviewed regularly. Last updated 11/15/07.


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