What Is Critical Limb Ischemia?Critical limb ischemia (CLI) is a severe form of peripheral artery disease (PAD). In people with PAD, the arteries that supply blood...reactionscomments
Having a Job With CardiomyopathyWhen I was diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy in 2014, it came with a career change. When you have cardiomyopathy, as with other...reactionscomments
The Events Leading Up to My First Pulmonary EmbolismThe months leading up to my diagnosis were filled with an incredible amount of stress. On top of being sick with a...reactionscomments
Chronic Illness: We May Feel Alone, But We're NotAs someone living with a chronic illness, I’ll be the first to say that it can be a daunting and often isolating...reactionscomments
Stroke: Everything You Need to KnowA stroke is a serious medical event that impacts the brain. Getting medical attention quickly for stroke can lower the risk of...reactionscomments
Breaking the CycleWhen I was 18, my world turned upside down. I was diagnosed with familial hypercholesterolemia (FH), a genetic condition that causes extremely...reactionscomments
Having a Great Support SystemHaving a great support system is vital when you are diagnosed with a chronic condition like heart disease, especially when you have...reactionscomments
Fast Food No MoreBy now, I'm sure we've all been told by a doctor — or someone else — about the importance of a healthy...reactionscomments
What Is a Cardiac Catheterization?Cardiac catheterization is a medical procedure. It can be used to diagnose or treat heart problems. It is also known as heart...reactionscomments
External Health Does Not Equal Internal HealthFrom the outside, I am the picture of health. I’m young, 31 years old. I'm fit, able to do pull-ups and deadlift...reactionscomments
My Stroke StoryA stroke, according to the Cleveland Clinic, is "a life-threatening condition that happens when part of your brain doesn’t have enough blood...reactions2comments
Community Perspectives: Navigating a CVD DiagnosisBeing diagnosed with a cardiovascular condition can be a difficult and life-changing experience. Many people who are newly diagnosed may feel confused...reactionscomments
Mental Health and High CholesterolFamilial hypercholesterolemia (FH) is a genetic condition that is often underdiagnosed and undertreated, leaving many individuals to navigate its challenges alone. While...reactions7comments
What Is Venous Thromboembolism (VTE)?Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is when a blood clot forms inside your veins. Blood clots are gel-like clumps of blood. They usually form...reactionscomments
My Family's Heart HistoryBuckle up for a wild ride of heart conditions history. I recently had to go through my entire family medical history with...reactionscomments
Radically Accepting the DiagnosisThere are moments where life just shakes you. Where things go from normal to not-so-normal in the blink of an eye. For...reactionscomments
Accepting My Cardiomyopathy DiagnosisIt took me a long time to come to terms with my dilated cardiomyopathy diagnosis. I was diagnosed in 2014 after suffering...reactions2comments
Can You Really Have Broken Heart Syndrome?Sometimes, emotional or stressful situations can damage the heart. This condition is called broken heart syndrome, or takotsubo cardiomyopathy. You may have...reactionscomments
Caffeine and the Heart: A Heart-to-Heart With My CardiologistIf you ask anyone who knows me if I like coffee, they will likely cackle and say, "Have you met the guy?"...reactionscomments
Navigating Social Situations With High CholesterolSocial situations tend to revolve around 1 thing: food. And not typically heart-healthy food, like vegetables and healthy fats. It’s unfortunate that...reactionscomments
