{"id":2571,"date":"2021-02-25T12:03:04","date_gmt":"2021-02-25T18:03:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/blog\/2021\/02\/25\/heart-health-month\/"},"modified":"2021-02-25T12:18:56","modified_gmt":"2021-02-25T18:18:56","slug":"heart-health-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/blog\/2021\/02\/25\/heart-health-month\/","title":{"rendered":"Heart Health Month: How to Love Your Heart"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-kll67syn-3ef8ffd2cc487bbdff54e561f2f0f3b7\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-kll67syn-3ef8ffd2cc487bbdff54e561f2f0f3b7{\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-kll67syn-3ef8ffd2cc487bbdff54e561f2f0f3b7 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-kll67syn-3ef8ffd2cc487bbdff54e561f2f0f3b7 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-kll67syn-3ef8ffd2cc487bbdff54e561f2f0f3b7 av-special-heading-h1 blockquote modern-quote modern-centered  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_hr  avia-builder-el-first '><h1 class='av-special-heading-tag'  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Heart Health Month with Electronic Caregiver:<\/h1><div class='av-subheading av-subheading_below'><p>How to Love Your Heart<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-kljrf9c4-5f5ea170f61ce819042af5b9991b9c6e\">\n#top .hr.av-kljrf9c4-5f5ea170f61ce819042af5b9991b9c6e{\nmargin-top:30px;\nmargin-bottom:30px;\n}\n.hr.av-kljrf9c4-5f5ea170f61ce819042af5b9991b9c6e .hr-inner{\nwidth:100px;\nborder-color:#000000;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='hr av-kljrf9c4-5f5ea170f61ce819042af5b9991b9c6e hr-custom  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_heading  el_before_av_textblock  hr-center hr-icon-no'><span class='hr-inner inner-border-av-border-fat'><span class=\"hr-inner-style\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-kfwxuo9y-df4c5eda4c1ba4fb1d635469fb4ff8ba'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><div class=\"avada-page-titlebar-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"fusion-page-title-bar fusion-page-title-bar-breadcrumbs fusion-page-title-bar-center\">\n<div class=\"fusion-page-title-row\">\n<div class=\"fusion-page-title-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"fusion-page-title-captions\">\n<p class=\"entry-title fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"35\" data-lineheight=\"175px\"><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">We often think of our hearts in terms of romance, especially in February\u2014hello, Valentine<\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">s Day! But do you ever think about your heart health, and what your heart is or isn<\/span><span class=\"s1\" style=\"font-size: 16px;\">\u2019<\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">t doing for you functionally?<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-row\">\n<section id=\"content\">\n<article id=\"post-6239\" class=\"post post-6239 type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-blog category-in-the-news tag-anthony-dohrmann tag-covid tag-covid-to-home tag-covid19 tag-electronic-caregiver tag-emergency-response-systems tag-health-tech tag-health-technology tag-healthcare tag-las-cruces tag-medicaid tag-medical-technology tag-medicare tag-mobile-pers tag-new-mexico-technology tag-pers\">\n<div class=\"post-content\">\n<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\">\n<div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\">\n<div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\">\n<div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\">\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\">\n<p class=\"p1\">We understand that thinking about heart health isn\u2019t an easy thing, and we don\u2019t do it regularly enough either, but it<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>s important. Your heart needs your attention! It<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>s doing a lot for you, so understanding how it works and how to take care of it can make a big difference in our quality of life.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright wp-image-6240 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/heart-300x225.jpg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/heart-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/heart-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/heart-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/heart.jpg 470w\" alt=\"Heart Beat Illustration for Heart Health Month\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" data-pagespeed-url-hash=\"3378178721\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"46\" data-lineheight=\"57.5px\">What Does My Heart Do?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Your heart is part of your circulatory system, keeping things like blood and oxygen moving through your body while you work, play, eat and sleep. While your heart function sounds simple, it<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>s an extremely complex muscle that carries blood and nutrients to all your other organs.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Your heart is keeping you going, day after day, usually with no thought or input from you. That is, until things go wrong.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s2\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health-topics\/all-publications-and-resources\/know-differences-cardiovascular-disease-heart-disease-coronary-heart-disease\">Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States<\/a><\/span>\u00a0for both men and women. Therefore, heart health should be our priority! But, it<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>s certainly easier said than done.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"46\" data-lineheight=\"57.5px\">How to Know If You Have a Heart Problem<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Some heart symptoms can mirror symptoms of anxiety or other illness, so it<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>s important that if you<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>re experiencing any of the following, you get in touch with your doctor right away.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/tele-what-telehealth-has-everyone-talking\/\"><span class=\"s2\">Telehealth appointments\u00a0<\/span><\/a>are now widely available if you<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>re worried about an in-office visit.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Signs of a serious heart condition can include:<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Aches and pains.<\/b>\u00a0Chest pain is a common sign of heart trouble, but pain in other areas of the body may signal something is up with your heart. Pain in the shoulders, arms, back, jaw, or stomach can be a sign of heart disease. If the pain occurs with exercise, or you experience pain with fatigue and swelling of the legs or feet, call your doctor.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>Fatigue and shortness of breath.<\/b>\u00a0Right now, if you experience either of these symptoms, you may immediately think it<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>s Covid-19. If you haven<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>t been exposed to the virus or if you test negative but still have symptoms, it may be heart disease.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><b>An irregular heart beat.<\/b>\u00a0Again, this could be another illness or issue, such as anxiety, drinking too much caffeine, and a lack of rest or dehydration. There are times that heart palpitations can be a heart problem. If you have had or are having an irregular heart beat, record when it<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>s happening in a calendar or journal so you can discuss it with your doctor.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"46\" data-lineheight=\"57.5px\">Monitor Heart Health with Electronic Caregiver<\/h2>\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether you think of your heart regularly or not, you can have a better understanding of your overall health by\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/check-vitals-at-home\/\"><span class=\"s1\">monitoring your vital signs at home<\/span><\/a>. This is especially important for those with underlying health conditions, although some healthy people can experience elevated blood pressure or decreased oxygen flow at any time.<\/p>\n<p>Electronic Caregiver<span class=\"s2\">\u2019<\/span>s Pro Health System can help you keep track of your overall health and keep you connected to help if you need it. What<span class=\"s2\">\u2019<\/span>s more, our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/the-pro-health-is-pro-heart\/\"><span class=\"s1\">Precision Remote Patient Monitoring (PRPM)<\/span><\/a>\u00a0gives caregivers and doctors the ability to identify patients<span class=\"s2\">\u2019\u00a0<\/span>heart rates, pulse oximetry, daily weights, and blood pressure in real-time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Monitoring these vital signs in patients with cardiovascular conditions is crucial to preventing recurrent and unnecessary hospitalizations. And, knowing when a patient contacts emergency services can be lifesaving.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Additionally, knowing your vitals can save time if you experience any of the above symptoms, because your doctor will have baseline information about your general health quickly, in order to help make an accurate diagnosis.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"22\" data-lineheight=\"48.4px\">When to Report Heart Symptoms<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you have known heart disease or factors that raise your risk for heart disease (like diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or smoking) you should speak to your doctor right away if you experience any change in your health.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">If one or more symptoms come on suddenly, like shortness of breath, pressure in the chest, pain, nausea or dizziness, You should call 911 for help immediately. These may be signs of a heart attack.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">With Electronic Caregiver,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/electroniccaregiver.com\/pro-health\/\"><span class=\"s1\">help is there at the press of a button<\/span><\/a>\u2014even if you can<span class=\"s2\">\u2019<\/span>t get to a phone or call 911.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" data-fontsize=\"22\" data-lineheight=\"48.4px\">Becoming Heart Healthy<\/h3>\n<p class=\"p1\">Taking preventive measures can lower your risk of developing heart disease. These measures also have the added benefit of improving your overall physical and mental health.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Whether or not you are experiencing heart problems today, there are simple steps you can take to make sure your heart stays in good shape. Be sure to talk to your doctor before making significant changes in your routine, especially if you have other conditions.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ul1\">\n<li class=\"li1\">Get regular checkups, and take care of other underlying conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure;<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Eat more plant-based, heart-healthy meals;<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Exercise in a way that is safe for you;<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Try meditation or other relaxing activities to manage stress;<\/li>\n<li class=\"li1\">Quit smoking.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>ve\u00a0been diagnosed with a cardiovascular condition, your doctor is your best resource for what to do to take care of your heart. They may advise changes to your daily routine and habits and it can really help to have someone who loves you\u2014and your heart!\u2014participate with you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">If you<span class=\"s1\">\u2019<\/span>re interested in another partner in your heart health journey, call us at 833.ECG.LIFE today to discuss our connected devices.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":8,"featured_media":2572,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wds_primary_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[27,3],"tags":[88,89,90,91,92],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2571"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2571"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2571\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2572"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2571"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2571"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ecgcarepartner.com\/edgrace\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2571"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}