The All Important Signs Of A Heart Attack

View this video on our YouTube page. The signs of a heart attack include: Pain in the chest, neck, back or arms Fatigue Light headedness Abnormal heartbeat or palpitations Shortness of breath Anxiety If you are woman, or if the person you suspect might be having a heart attack is a women, you might also …

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Heart Failure in the Elderly – Understanding What Happens

Heart failure develops over time and as the heart weakens. While this condition sounds scary, it doesn’t imply that the heart has stopped working or about to stop working. This article from AgingCare debunks some of the myths and takes a look at heart failure in the elderly. When a person has heart failure, it …

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Changes to Make in Your Life After a Heart Attack

Tells us what to expect when your loved one returns home. A heart attack changes the lives of both seniors and their caregivers. If your loved one has had a heart attack, it’s essential to understand the medications and lifestyle changes necessary for a successful recovery. According to the American Heart Association, over 1 million …

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Am I having a heart attack?

This is our last article this month on heart health. We hope the blogs have been helpful. The following blog will share some symptoms of a heart attack. We want you to know about since it can happen quickly and to anyone. Please read on so you will know how to respond and understand the …

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Heart Health Tips for Women

Diet and Exercise are Key to Better Heart Health February is American Heart Month, and on February 5, a special day is set aside to call attention to heart health for women. Many women are unaware that they face a higher risk of death from heart disease than from breast cancer. The article “Female Heart …

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Is Winter Really Heart Attack Season?

We often hear of a person being rushed to the hospital with a heart attack after shoveling snow. Is snow shoveling really dangerous for seniors? It turns out that the extra exertion and the heavy weight of the snow are both culprits, as might be expected. However, a study from Pennsylvania State University shows that …

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