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WOMEN'S CARE, HEART HEALTHThe ugly truth about varicose, spider veins
Jun 13, 2018
Those colorful, roping veins that you may have on your legs may not be preventable but they are treatable. Whether from a cosmetic or medical standpoint, there are treatment options if you are concern... Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHThe Heart Hospital uses the latest technology to t...
Jun 7, 2018
Blood clots in the lungs, called pulmonary embolism, can be life threatening. St. Joseph’s/Candler uses the latest technology to treat PE blood clots. Learn more. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHIrregular heartbeat? Minimally-invasive ablation p...
Apr 17, 2018
When you find out something is irregular about your heart’s beat, you most likely want to know what can be done about it now. For those living with AFib, treatment options include minimally-invasive a... Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHOutpatient cardiac rehab program helps Savannah ma...
Apr 3, 2018
Following open heart surgery, Mark Berry started the St. Joseph’s/Candler Cardio Pulmonary Rehabilitation program, which includes exercise, education and counseling for cardiac and pulmonary patients. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTH, WOMEN'S CAREYoung mother learns to live with heart disease fol...
Feb 27, 2018
Shortly after the birth of her second child, Alicia Roberts, now 34, was diagnosed with congestive heart failure and cardiomyopathy. Now she's helping others. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHHeart attack doesn’t prevent retired Marine Corps ...
Dec 7, 2017
St. Joseph’s Hospital uses Impella devices for temporary ventricular support in patients who in the past might have died from heart failure. Continue Reading -
HEART HEALTHWho should take blood thinners?
Apr 25, 2017
Patients with Atrial Fibrillation, congenital heart defects or have had heart valve surgery may have to take a blood thinner to help prevent blood clots. An alternative to blood thinners is a minimall... Continue Reading -
NUTRITION, HEART HEALTHSix foods to add, six foods to avoid in a heart-he...
Feb 14, 2017
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. Along the same lines,... Continue Reading