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HEART HEALTHWhat is a leadless pacemaker?
Jan 30, 2024
Savannah Cardiologist Dr. Michael Chisner explains this tiny device that helps your heart beat normally. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHQuiz: What do you know about preventing heart dise...
Aug 10, 2023
Did you know that heart disease and stroke share many of the same risk factors? Find out more about preventing both by taking this quiz. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTH, WOMEN'S CAREWhat is venous insufficiency?
Jul 27, 2023
Also known as venous reflux, St. Joseph's/Candler Vascular Surgeon Dr. Peter Hunt explains venous insufficiency, a very common condition, and how to treat it. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHFeeling better than 20 years ago
May 4, 2023
Use of Impella device, an assisted-recovery instrument, in Savannah man’s open-heart surgery at St. Joseph's/Candler helped him recover quicker. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTH, COVID-19VIDEO: COVID's impact on your heart health
Mar 28, 2023
COVID-19 is affecting a lot more than the lungs. There is evidence that COVID can have an impact on your heart's health. St. Joseph's/Candler Cardiologist Dr. Karen Hanna explains. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHInfographic: Life’s Essential 8
Mar 2, 2023
Within the last year, the American Heart Association updated its key measures for improving and maintaining cardiovascular health, going from seven recommendations to eight. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHVIDEO: Start these tips now to improve your heart'...
Feb 23, 2023
Dr. Karen Hanna, a cardiologist with St. Joseph's/Candler Physician Network - Cardiology Associates of Savannah, offers some tips to help keep your heart pumping as it should. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHWhy does my blood pressure reading keep changing?
Feb 16, 2023
St. Joseph’s/Candler clinical pharmacist explains reasons why your blood pressure numbers may fluctuate and if you should seek treatment. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTH, NUTRITIONSix foods to add to your diet to improve heart hea...
Feb 14, 2023
A healthy diet is vital in the fight against heart disease. Sure you eat fruits and vegetables, but there are other foods you can add to your diet to improve your heart’s health. Continue Reading