More than 80 million Americans have some form of cardiovascular disease, a group of diseases that affects the heart and blood vessels. Sometimes called heart disease, cardiovascular disease can take many forms. Here are four of most common types. Coronary Artery DiseaseThis common form of cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in America. …
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a stroke. That’s almost 800,000 people a year, and of these, almost 140,000 die. Stroke is also a leading cause of serious long-term disability. For example, half of stroke survivors age 65 and older suffer reduced mobility. Yet having a stroke is not limited to the …
When Every Second Counts, We’re Your First Choice During a heart attack, time is muscle. Fast treatment can prevent further heart damage and even save your life. During a stroke, time is brain. The quicker you recognize the symptoms of a stroke and seek medical care, the better the chances of preventing long-term disability or …
10 years after a massive stroke, Randy Travis shares his inspiring story In 1986, Randy Travis became a country music superstar overnight with the release of his debut album, Storms of Life. Then, 27 years later, Randy faced a “storm of life” he could never have imagined when he suffered a near-fatal stroke. My Hometown …
Top 10 Health Warning Signs Regular medical screenings and ongoing preventive care can help men take charge of their health When it comes to living longer, it turns out that women are the stronger sex. On average, men die five years earlier than women and are 1.5 times more likely to die from heart disease, …
6 Numbers to Know By Heart As Deborah Norville discovered, your thyroid is an important but often overlooked part of your body. Located on the front of your neck, this butterfly-shaped gland regulates your blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate and weight. When you have a health issue with your thyroid, your whole body can …
In the next 40 seconds, someone in America will have a heart attack. That’s more than 800,000 heart attacks each year. If you or a loved one thinks you are having a heart attack, Hometown Hospital is ready 24/7 to provide life-saving care when every second counts. Here’s a timeline of what happens during a …
When a potential heart attack victim arrives at Hometown Hospital, our team of ER physicians, nurses and medical specialists take immediate action. Their first treatments focus on opening the blockage that triggered the attack. Beta-blockers decrease chest pain and improve blood flow. ACE Inhibitors block the production of an enzyme that causes blood vessels to …
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1) Women under 50 are more likely than men of the same age to die of a heart attack.2) Most heart attacks occur at night.3) A yearly flu shot may benefit your heart.4) Living alone has no impact on your heart health.5) One in three American adults have high blood pressure. 1) True. In fact, …
It’s a common misperception that heart disease mainly affects men. The truth, however, is that heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S. Even though women have fewer heart attacks than men, women are 60 percent more likely to die in the first year after an attack. Given these facts, …
