What Happens During Cardiac Arrest? Understanding Cardiac Arrest Symptoms and What To Do Next
Have you ever wondered what actually happens in the body during cardiac arrest?
It’s one of those emergencies that people hear about...
Heart Health
Heart Attack Symptoms in Women vs Men: What You Might Be Missing
You’ve probably heard the basics before. Chest pain. Shortness of breath. Call 911. But here’s the real question:
Would you recogniz...
Heart Attack Symptoms for Women Vs. Men: Are They Different?
What comes to mind when you think of a heart attack? It's probably pretty dramatic—someone clutching their chest, gasping for air, and ...
Shockable Heart Rhythms
A common question we get asked is “What heart rhythms does an AED shock?”. When a heart stops beating effectively during cardiac arrest...
Does a Heart Murmur Mean Heart Disease?
Heart murmur. The term alone can spark concern and questions about heart health.
When diagnosed with a heart murmur, it's...
Can Heart Failure Be Reversed?
In Canada, 750,000 people live with heart failure, a condition where the heart can't pump blood effectively, with a further 100,000 Can...
Cough Won’t Go Away? What Your Heart Might Be Telling You
Each time winter approaches or flu season hits, a symphony of coughs can be heard across offices, public transport, and homes.
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Why is My Heartbeat So Fast?
Halloween is almost here, and with it comes all kinds of fun scares that might make our hearts beat faster.
But, what abo...
How Long Does a Heart Attack Last?
Did you know that every 40 seconds, someone has a heart attack?
A heart attack occurs when blood flow to a part of your h...
The REAL Story of Smoking and Heart Health
According to the World Health Organization, 22.3% of the world’s population smoke, which contributes to an annual toll of 8 million dea...