All Blog Posts Tagged 'disease' (2)

Why Knowing the Pediatric Chain of Survival Saves Children’s Lives

 



Some people, such as men over the age of 40, are at greater risk of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), but SCA can affect anyone, even children. Common causes of SCA among children include Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, trauma, accidents, and congenital heart disease.

After undergoing SCA, both infants and children have a much better chance of survival if they receive CPR immediately. However, CPR is only…

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Added by Stephanie Duehring on May 12, 2011 at 10:55am — No Comments

A Guide to Heart Disease and Stroke in Women

Contrary to popular belief, cardiovascular disease isn’t a male disease. While it’s true that men are at greater risk of heart attack than women, a significant number of women are also affected by heart disease. In fact, the leading cause of death in American women is coronary heart disease. Approximately half a million women die of heart disease each year in our country.

Risk Factors for Heart Disease and Stroke

Every day, you make choices in your life that…

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Added by Stephanie Duehring on March 28, 2011 at 8:11pm — No Comments

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