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'There’s so much life to be lived, and I’m grateful to be here'
Despite feeling relatively normal, Stacy had a nearly 100% blockage of the left anterior descending ...
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’I’m just grateful I have people pushing me to be here’
Cardiac trouble doesn't care how old you are — Tyler was only 31 when he had his first heart attack.
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Heart attack rates rise in the winter — here’s why and how to protect yourself
If you're having chest tightness, pressure, pain that is coming on with exertion, it's time to get y...
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‘It’s life changing — you realize you’ve been a prisoner in your own body’
After trying Metformin and Ozempic, Zach underwent gastric bypass surgery at Salem Hospital to rever...
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The surprising connection between stress and heart disease — and how to break it
Break the cycle of stress and inflammation by trying these tips from Salem Health Cardiology.
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Heart disease myths debunked: What’s really putting you at risk?
From heart attacks and high blood pressure to heart disease and failure — Salem Health is here to ad...
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Turning the tables on heart disease
People over the age of 40 should be screened annually by a primary care provider — don’t go several ...
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What is peripheral artery disease and who’s at risk?
Signs of peripheral artery problems include calf pain and wounds on the hands and feet that are slow...
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The best lifestyle for a healthy heart
Diet and exercise are just two of the main preventive factors to lead a heart-healthy lifestyle, but...
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Hard-to-find lymphedema care offered closer to home at Salem Health
Without treatment, lymphedema patients may face swelling, pain, wounds and infections. People with s...
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Salem Hospital invites community ‘behind the scenes’ for Heart Month STEMI night
In honor of American Heart Month, Salem Hospital is inviting the public in to explore the cardiac ca...
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Keeping blood pressure in check through healthy cooking
The class demonstrates how much sodium is in the products that people eat daily, including sneaky so...
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Do you know your numbers for heart health?
The Salem Health Community Health Education Center is offering free cholesterol, glucose and blood p...
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Raising cardiogenic shock awareness at Salem Health
Cardiogenic shock is a condition when the heart suddenly can’t pump blood to vital organs, leading t...
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Even surgeons need a day off: Meet the visiting providers who come in to help
Imagine your favorite provider needs a vacation or has a family emergency. Locum tenens are provider...
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Healthy habits to manage heart failure
Living with Heart Failure class takes place monthly at Salem Hospital in the Community Health Educat...
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Electricians and plumbers: How to find the right cardiovascular specialist for you
Salem Health has three types of heart experts that patients may see based on whether their needs are...
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Heart trouble symptoms you might not expect
Some symptoms of heart trouble are expected, such as chest pain or pressure. However, there are othe...
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Biometric scores: What lab tests tell us about health
By monitoring lab results over time, you can work with your health care provider to take proactive s...
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Make the right call: Why 911 is faster and safer during heart attacks
Every second counts during a heart attack, and calling 911 could save a life. Learn about the immedi...