Entries Tagged 'heart attack' ↓
What To Lok For When Looking For Online CPR Certification And Training
July 24th, 2011 — heart attack
Acquiring an online CPR certification opens up a wide range of opportunities for someone wanting to have a new career or just something to add in their portfolio of qualifications. Getting this certification via the Internet has several advantages over traditional six hour lectures. Many institutions are providing this service online. To distinguish which among these online-based institutions offer legitimate and quality certifications, one must check with their accreditation from other medical authorities.
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New American Heart Association 2010 CPR Guidelines Update For New CPR AED Rules
September 14th, 2010 — heart attack
Looking for the new CPR Guidelines? You'll be finding out soon. Learn about the new American Heart 2010 CPR Guidelines in the fall of 2010! Every few years the American Heart Association gets together with other members of the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) to evaluate the latest research surrounding CPR and emergency cardiac care (ECC). This includes: American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) and others emergency Read more [...]
Pro Wrestling Information to Avoid a Heart Attack During a Match Or at Any Other Time in Your Life
September 13th, 2010 — heart attack
By Phillip Emerson If you are a professional wrestler you may have noticed your fellow workers are prone to fall over dead from a heart attack even in the prime of life. Being more physically fit than wimpy football and basketball players this shouldn't happen but it appears to be an actuality. Too many chair shots to the head, suplexes on concrete or some green guy dropping you on your head could have something to do with it but on the other hand it could be steroids you've never used or pain Read more [...]
Is Your Vision Blurry? Could You Be Having a Heart Attack?
August 29th, 2010 — heart attack
Blurred vision is sometimes viewed as a prelude to heart failure. It could also mean you need to visit with your optician! If you are worried that you are at risk for a heart attack or stroke, then you should know the early warning signs and when to seek medical help! Being aware and knowledgeable about cardiovascular disease and stroke is the first step towards saving your life and reducing the chance of any form disabilities from heart disease and stroke. Studies have shown that approximately Read more [...]
Understanding Atherosclerosis – The Silent Killer
August 21st, 2010 — Arteriosclerotic, heart attack
Atherosclerosis is a condition in which fatty material builds up along the walls of the arteries. Eventually, this build-up leads to hardening and narrowing of the arteries. It is a silent and progressive disease which blocks the arteries over time. It is this blockage that is responsible for the majority of strokes, heart attacks and peripheral vascular disease.The atheromatous plaque is made up of 3 components:
(i) The atheroma: this is a soft, yellowish material found in the centre of the plaque.
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Am I at Risk For Heart Disease and is There Anything I Can Do About It?
July 13th, 2010 — heart attack, Heart Disease
Many of us are aware that the number one cause of death amongst people nowadays is heart disease. Although this statistic used to apply only to men and people of a certain age, it now also applies to women and the prevalence of heart disease seems to be increasing amongst young people. There are many factors which can increase your risk of contracting heart disease. If you are wondering, "am I at risk for heart disease?", this article may be able to help answer your question.
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After Heart Attack Work Life – How Can You Deal With Short Term Memory Problems?
May 21st, 2010 — heart attack, Heart Disease
After your heart attack you may find that some of the medications you are taking to protect your heart interfere with your short term memory. It is important to your success at work that you learn to overcome this difficulty with minimal disruption of your work activities or of those around you. Read more [...]
Life After a Severe Heart Attack – Can You Safely Have a Normal Work Life?
May 6th, 2010 — heart attack, Heart Disease
After a severe heart attack you will want to get back to feeling productive and strong as fast as possible. In terms of your work you will want to examine its flexibility, positivity and balance in order to optimize your recovery. Read more [...]
The Best Fish Oil Supplement For Cholesterol, Triglycerides and Heart Health
April 16th, 2010 — heart attack, Heart Disease, Vitamin and Supplement
When we grow older, we also have high risk to suffer from some serious disease. This is related to the weak of your body health. One of common disease that usually attacks people due to bad living style is heart attack. Read more [...]
How to Control Your Cholesterol Levels
April 5th, 2010 — cholesterol, heart attack, Heart Disease
One of the important things to keep a healthy heart and lowering your risk of heart attack is by maintaining your cholesterol levels at normal range. To maintain your cholesterol levels, it is important that you watch the foods that you eat and be sure that you are reducing or if possible stay away from food high in cholesterol. Read more [...]
