Temecula Valley Hospital’s Post

World Heart Day❤️ #HeartSurvivor Being diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure has completely changed the trajectory of my life. It's been a challenging journey, but I'm grateful for the support system God has placed around me. Living with a chronic heart condition requires constant management and vigilance. There have been many ups and downs, good days and bad. But through it all, I've learned the importance of paying close attention to my body's signals and working closely with my healthcare team. It hasn't been easy, but I'm thankful to be a heart disease survivor. World Heart Day is a powerful reminder to prioritize cardiovascular wellbeing and support those impacted by heart conditions. If you or a loved one is living with heart disease, know that you are not alone. Keep advocating for your health, and surround yourself with a caring community. Together, we can continue to raise awareness and overcome the challenges of heart disease. Here are 5 signs to look out for regarding Congestive Heart Failure… 1. Shortness of breath - Difficulty breathing, especially with activity or when lying flat, can be a sign of fluid buildup in the lungs. 2. Swelling in the legs, ankles and feet - Fluid retention, often in the lower extremities, is common with heart failure. 3. Persistent coughing or wheezing - This can indicate that fluid is accumulating in the lungs. 4. Lack of appetite, nausea - Digestive issues can occur when the heart is unable to properly circulate blood. 5. Fatigue and weakness - Reduced blood flow leaves the body feeling tired and drained of energy. #WorldHeartDay #CongestiveHeartFailure #HeartHealth #LifestyleChange #MediaRelations #TalkingWithToyia #PublicRelations #Visibility

At 48, one woman experienced a heart attack but missed crucial warning signs. Her story highlights the importance of recognizing subtle symptoms, like unusual fatigue and shortness of breath, that can precede a heart attack. She emphasizes that timely medical attention could save lives. Heart disease is not just a concern for the elderly; it can strike at any age. Awareness and proactive measures are key to prevention. Learn from her experience to prioritize your heart health and consult a doctor if you notice anything unusual. #HeartHealth #HeartAttack #HealthAwareness #HeartDisease #Prevention #KnowTheSigns #StayHealthy #CardioCare #Wellness #HeartStrong For more details, read here: https://lnkd.in/ecVGmSQ5

People in the U.S. are living longer than ever. And we all want to spend those years living a full life, rather than just managing chronic disease. Check out these tips that can help ensure your older years are some of your healthiest.

Last year, was a tough one for me. I lost my mother back in July and dealing with it, is not something very easy, no matter when it happens. The support that I got from my manager and my colleagues was overwhelming, and it really helped me allot. The official cause of death was stroke, and my mother was one of the 5 million people worldwide who died from this, last year. Moreover, to put this thing in context, 5 million more people were left permanently disabled. But in retrospect, thinking about my mother health, something was missing from the doctor report. The sedentary lifestyle she had. Choosing a book over a long walk, was her choice always. But why can't we do both? We tend to use the argument that time is a scarce resource, nowadays, to avoid or postpone doing some things or tasks. But time is something very easy to find. How much time on average do you think a person spends on social media? The typical user spends about 2.5 hours per day on social media, according to DataReportal. If we do one hour exercise per day, and one hour reading a book, we still have 30 minutes left for social media.I know that New Year's resolutions are typically set starting in January, but concerning health, is never too late. So let's read a book and do some exercise! 😊 https://lnkd.in/eBJ9hUz4. https://lnkd.in/ej32SBsa. a%20time.

Did you know? Strokes are among the top causes of disability, yet many of us aren’t aware of the simple steps we can take to reduce the risk. From lifestyle changes to recognizing early warning signs, stroke prevention is possible! Learn how to protect yourself and loved ones today. Get informed, stay proactive, and discover ways to support healthy aging. Visit our website to learn more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gcQARYnN

World Heart Day on 29 Sept provides a crucial opportunity to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases and how we can manage them. Did you know? Women are often less likely to recognize the symptoms of a heart attack. Let’s take this opportunity to learn more and prioritise our well-being. #WorldHeartDay

Good news if you don't like exercise: Even a few short bursts of movement a day can help lower your heart disease risk. Every little step counts ❤️ Learn more in NBC News: https://lnkd.in/ewDRVh2s

I AM TERRIBLE AT FOLLOWING MY OWN ADVICE! Wait, let me explain—please read on: The past few weeks have been extremely difficult as my health seems to be failing me. But before I get into that, let me share the advice I often give to others. I’ve always tried to create a culture within my team that prioritises health, understanding, and support. I frequently use the cliché “health is wealth” whenever someone on my team is unwell. Well, over the past few weeks, I haven’t been well myself. I’ve had persistent headaches, flu-like symptoms, and have been pushing through the day with a “grin and bear it” attitude. Since the symptoms would only last a few hours, I usually dismissed them, thinking, I’ll be fine and continued to push on. This week, after the spells of feeling poorly got longer and more intense, I found out I’ve actually contracted Lyme disease from a tick bite about a month ago. This has been a rude awakening that I should follow my own advice. When you’re unwell, take the time to recover properly. So, this is just a reminder to everyone: look after yourselves, listen to your body, and don’t ignore the signs when it tells you to slow down. Oh and don't wear shorts and Sandals in fields when it's Tick Season 😉 Symptoms of a Tick Bite: 1. Redness or a small bump at the site of the bite (often similar to a mosquito bite). 2. Itching or mild irritation around the bite area. 3. Swelling in some cases. 4. Pain or discomfort if the tick remains attached. Symptoms of Lyme Disease: 1. Bull’s-eye rash (Erythema migrans): A circular, red rash that can expand over time, often resembling a target. It may appear days or weeks after the bite. 2. Fever and chills. 3. Fatigue or exhaustion. 4. Headache. 5. Muscle and joint aches. 6. Swollen lymph nodes. 7. Stiff neck (in some cases). 8. Flu-like symptoms: Body aches, fatigue, and fever. 9. Neurological symptoms (in later stages): Nerve pain, tingling, memory issues, facial palsy.

Are you aware of the critical warning signs of a heart attack that you should never ignore? Understanding these signs can be the difference between life and death. Today, we'll explore four key heart attack signs that demand immediate attention. The most well-known sign is chest pain. This isn't just any pain; it's often described as a pressing, suffocating sensation or unbearable heaviness. This discomfort is a classic symptom of myocardial infarction, where blood flow to the heart muscle is significantly hindered by coronary artery disease. Another vital sign is shortness of breath, or dyspnea, which often accompanies chest pain. This symptom stems from cardiac inefficiency—when the heart struggles to circulate oxygen-rich blood effectively or when fluid backs up into the lungs due to heart failure. A sudden, cold sweat is also a common indicator. This heart attack symptom reflects a stress response from the sympathetic nervous system, signaling that the heart is under distress. 🚨💦 Moreover, experiencing nausea or lightheadedness can indicate that your brain and digestive system are receiving less blood, compromising the heart’s ability to pump efficiently during an attack. This drop in blood flow is a critical sign that your body's homeostasis is off-balance, potentially leading to fainting. Recognizing these signs can lead to quicker response times and better heart attack prevention strategies. If you experience any of these symptoms, it's crucial to call emergency services immediately. 🚑🆘 For more life-saving tips and to keep your bestie health at its peak, subscribe to our channel and stay informed about heart disease and Atherosclerosis. Let's protect our hearts together! 💖 #heart #heartattack #hearthealth #heartfailure #heartattacksymptoms #heartattackprevention #health #healthtips #todicamp

How do you feel about your health, what is the likelihood your body is free from chronic diseases? What is your level of confidence? What data provides you the confidence that you are not at risk or forms your opinion that maybe you have a risk? After all, many of these diseases are silent until well-developed. How do you know? Maybe you don’t want to know, don’t care that much? Or maybe you care, but only some of the time. Is that some of the time enough? Let’s consider our state of health. How do we converse with our close friends and family? Here is a typical conversation about health, one person asking the other about their health and that of their family. ·      “Do you still have bloating and gas all the time, how long have you had that now? Oh, that seems a long time. ·      And that skin breakout last year, that's all cool now? ·      How long were you in the hospital with that ulcer thing when you were younger? Oh, I didn’t know it was that long, wow, I sure hope someone was able to sneak you in some treats.  ·      Yeah man, sorry to hear about your cousin that was a tough break, what did she last, 2-months? Oh, only 6-weeks, just the worst? ·      How is your dad, still on the oxygen, he is a tough old coon hound, what is he, in his mid-sixties? Can you imagine being sixty? I hope they shoot me if I get that old. More… ·      “Oh, thanks for asking, I'm feeling pretty good these days. Still kind of tired, just don’t have the jam anymore, some days I can barely play with the kids in the yard. ·      But it’s all good, my shoulder injury never really healed, doc says I have some kind of inflammation, I don’t know about that. ·      At least my diabetes hasn’t gotten any worse, pretty much have that sucker flatlined, got my insulin shots so ready to rock this summer.” We have normalized many negative feedback loops, feedback that requires a response. This is your body trying to give you a heads-up that things are not going so great. Our typical response is to motor on through it. Adapt to the condition, find a way to alleviate the symptoms, or learn to live with it. Much of the care we receive from medical experts suggests such strategies. If you think about it, they are often the source of these strategies. Let’s do a check-in today, what is one health condition that you, a friend, or a family member is dealing with that remains unresolved, that has gone on long enough to feel like it is ‘the way it is”? Please share it and we will try and do a post in the future on how food might help that out, might even be a good strategy, might be a better strategy, and might even have been the best first strategy.