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Stroke and women

May 3, 2021

Did you know women are more likely to die after a stroke than men? They may also experience some unique symptoms.

tags: stroke , women , women and stroke

Prevent lasting stroke damage

April 5, 2021

B.E. F.A.S.T. in identifying the symptoms of a stroke and prevent lasting damage.

tags: stroke

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How working too much affects your heart

February 1, 2021

If you're regularly clocking a 60 hour work week, the toll is more than just emotional: Those long hours may also be harmful for your heart.

tags: cardiology , cpr-saves-lives , heart , heartmonth , stroke , worklifebalance

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Heart failure and heart rhythm: How they're connected

January 25, 2021

The heart acts as a pump for the body, beating about 3 billion times in an average lifetime. But what happens if the heart loses power?

tags: arrhythmia , cardiology , cpr-saves-lives , heart , heart failure , stroke

The depression and heart disease link

January 25, 2021

People with depression have an increased risk for developing heart disease. The reverse is also true.

tags: cardiology , cpr-saves-lives , stroke

Is your anxiety normal?

December 2, 2020

It's normal to feel anxiety from time to time. However, too much anxiety is not healthy.

tags: #anxiety , #behavioralhealth , #emergencyservices , #er , #mentalhealth , #safety , #stress , stroke

What to know about extreme heat and your health

June 29, 2020 by Corinne M

Heat related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke, are a very real threat in the San Antonio sun.

tags: emergency room , er , heat exhaustion , heatstroke , safety , stroke , summer safety

Why you should not delay emergency care

June 8, 2020

Delaying medical care can have dire consequences. But unfortunately, that’s what has been happening recently in the wake of the COVID-19...

tags: safety , stroke

Spot a stroke F.A.S.T.

May 1, 2020

A person having a stroke needs medical help FAST. These four easy to remember steps can help you recognize symptoms of a stroke.

tags: emergency room , er , safety , stroke

How's your heart: Preventing peripheral arterial...

February 25, 2020 by Dr. Syed Rizvi, Methodist Hospital | Specialty and Transplant

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) is a common problem where your peripheral arteries narrow and reduce blood flow to your arms and legs.

tags: cpr-saves-lives , safety , stroke

Heart ache brings heart hope

February 11, 2020 by Melissa Geedman

How does life move on after witnessing your father collapse to the ground and die of a heart attack right before your eyes? Twenty years ago ...

tags: cardiology , heart and vascular , patient testimonial , stroke

Brave Heart

February 7, 2020 by Melissa Geedman

Aaron Kendle, 35, devoted fifteen years of his life to the United States Navy SEALS special operations force. Specialized medic, sniper, airborne...

tags: cardiogram , heart , stroke

Healthy weight, healthy heart

January 21, 2020

Many Americans hit the gym and watch their diet in order to look great come bathing suit season, but did you now there is a much more important...

tags: cpr-saves-lives , methodist-specialty-and-transplant-hospital , metropolitan-methodist-hospital , safety , stroke