The Role of Cardiac Rehabilitation in the Recovery of Canadians

The Role of Cardiac Rehabilitation in the Recovery of Canadians

Cardiac rehabilitation is a personalized program of exercise and education that is designed to improve the health of individuals with heart disease. It is often recommended for individuals who have undergone heart surgery or who suffered from a heart attack. Cardiac rehabilitation involves training, exercise, emotional support, lifestyle changes, and education about living a heart-healthy…

Cardiovascular Health in the Winter Months: Tips for Canadians 

Cardiovascular Health in the Winter Months: Tips for Canadians 

In winter, the main and most common health risk that an individual can encounter is cold weather. Many people only consider the most extreme danger that is posed by cold weather which are frostbite and hypothermia. However, the drop in temperature can affect the health of an individual, especially their cardiovascular health in ways that…

Cardiac Catheterization in Canada: What to Expect and When it is Needed

Cardiac Catheterization in Canada: What to Expect and When it is Needed

Cardiac catheterization is a test or treatment for some heart or blood vessel issues like clogged arteries or to investigate issues like irregular heartbeats. It can also be called a coronary angiogram. In the procedure, a catheter – a thin, hollow tube, is guided through a blood vessel in the arm or leg and guided…

Open Heart Surgery Cost

Open Heart Surgery Cost

Heart surgery or open heart surgery is a procedure that is used to treat or address heart issues. It requires the complete opening of the thoracic wall in order to make the heart easier to reach. The sternum is cut through and the ribs are spread, this is sometimes referred to as cracking open the chest. Open heart surgery is a reliable way of performing heart surgeries, it is only recommended if the patient is strong enough to withstand the strain of it.

Reasons for Left Chest Pain

Reasons for Left Chest Pain

Mild chest pains can quickly resolve without much medical care or attention, especially the ones from stress or exercise. Severe chest pains should always be taken seriously, and medical attention sought immediately. Chest pains can last for a few moments to some hours, while in other cases, they can last for months.

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