In Canada, heart disease accounts for 27% of deaths, about 66,000 annually. Reduce the chance of cardiovascular disease and increase life expectancy by eating healthy, exercising, and taking care of your body, and leave bad habits like smoking and abundant alcohol consumption in the past. Heart disease can not only be prevented but also reduced…
In Canada, heart disease is the leading cause of death for women over the age of 55, killing over 31,000 women annually. Most Canadian women have at least one risk factor for heart disease and stroke and it is important for women to know their risk factors to effectively prevent and manage them. Women have…
The short answer is, yes. It has been proven that optimism benefits your health both mentally and physically as mental and physical health are deeply connected. Living with heart disease or managing a recent heart disease diagnosis has both a physical and mental impact on your life, and it may leave you feeling anxious as…
Eating a healthy diet is important when you are living with heart disease. This includes eating many fruits and vegetables, getting plenty of fibre, monitoring your sodium intake, and drinking more water. As the holidays approach, it can be daunting to host or attend a traditional holiday meal and when you must be health conscious.…
Poverty is a very real struggle for many Calgarians, with the rate of low income individuals in the city around 8%. This year, the international COVID-19 pandemic is impacting these family’s ability to have a comfortable and joyful Christmas since many have been out of work and are unable to financially support themselves and their…
Congenital heart conditions are common in Canada, and it is important to know how to reduce cardiac arrest in pediatric heart patients. Thanks to medical advancements, the survival rate for children living with heart conditions has greatly improved. However, as caregivers, we want to encourage our children to live healthy lives and promote healthy heart…
When someone experiences a cardiac episode in the workplace, it can be frightening for the individual and everyone around. Sudden cardiac arrest happens without warning and it is essential to help the individual as quickly as possible. It is important to have an AED in the workplace since SCA can happen to anyone at any…
Heart disease is quite common in Canada. On average, 6/1000 Canadian adults are newly diagnosed with heart disease each year. For those living with heart disease and those who love someone living with heart disease, it can be difficult to return to a normal life. After your diagnosis or experience, it is important to adjust…
Due to limited resources, children in developing countries can’t access high-quality medical and cardiac care. Thanks to Save a Child’s Heart, there is hope. Sick children are getting a second chance at life because a small group of medical professionals donate their time and talent. Thousands of patients in the pediatric cardiac surgical unit at…
The plant versus animal-sourced protein debate has been a hot topic for a long time now. Thanks to documentaries like Cowspiracy, Forks Over Knives and The Game Changers, people are contemplating their relationship with food, specifically with animal-based protein foods. But what is the truth? Is a plant-based diet better for your heart health? Is…