Individuals living with #HeartDisease can often face blood clotting issues🩸 Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) or a Pulmonary Embolism (PE) affects more than 900,000 people a year! If you are living with one of these conditions you may be worried about returning to exercise after a clot. A recent article in US News details how to stay healthy and return to exercising after being treated for a blood clot. Learn more at the link below⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gmu35KQG
The Mended Hearts, Inc.
Non-profit Organizations
Albany, Georgia 1,924 followers
To inspire hope & improve the quality of life of heart patients and their families through ongoing peer-to-peer support
About us
Mended Hearts is the oldest and largest cardiovascular peer-to-peer support network in the world. This community-based non-profit organization has been offering the gift of hope to heart disease patients, their families and caregivers for 71 years. Mended Hearts’ 72,000 members visit more than 200,000 patients each year in 460 hospitals and rehab centers. With 285 chapters in North America, the organization provides patient visiting program, education, support group meetings and online communities. Our peer support groups help patients and their families understand that there can be a rich, rewarding life after a heart disease diagnosis. To learn more, request support or to find a chapter in your area, visit www.mendedhearts.org or call 888-432-7899. Mended Little Hearts works nationally and in communities to support the families of children born with congenital heart defects. Visit www.mendedlittlehearts.org or call 888-432-7899 for more information. Young Mended Hearts is a safe place for people between the ages of 18 and 55 to talk about their fears and share their successes. Young Mended Hearts can make a tremendous difference in the lives of young adults living with heart disease.
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http://www.mendedhearts.org
External link for The Mended Hearts, Inc.
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- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Albany, Georgia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1951
- Specialties
- Peer-to-peer support for heart disease patients and their families, Heart Health , Cardiology, Peer Support, Education, Advocacy , and Caregiving
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1500 Dawson Rd
Albany, Georgia 31707, US
Employees at The Mended Hearts, Inc.
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#DYK Journaling is proven to reduce stress, improve immune function and mood, keep your memory sharp, and strengthen emotional functions❓ Sometimes journaling can feel intimidating but with a prompt, it can be easier, that's why we have created the #ShareYourHeart prompt that encourages you to share your story. Our MHI members and visitors know how impactful it can be to share your story on paper or face to face. Our Share Your Heart Poetry and Essay Contest is live and accepting submissions✍️ Visit the link below to learn more and submit your story⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eSbNtHJS
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Today is #InternationalSelfCareDay 🌎 Taking care of your mind and body is essential for your #HeartHealth. We encourage you to try one of the following self-care activities today to celebrate❗️ 🏃♂️Exercise regularly with activities approved by your doctor 💤Get the recommended 7-8 hours of sleep each night 🥗Eat a heart-healthy diet 🧘♀️Manage your stress with things like meditation, quiet time, or a warm batch Join us in raising awareness of the importance of self-care today and every day! Do you have any self-care tips or recommendations? Comment them below⬇️
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Join us on August 13th at 4:30 PM ET for our Advocacy Webinar❗️ We will cover our 6️⃣ main legislative priorities and give attendees a broad overview of current Congressional activities. You can also learn more about our Action Network📢 Visit the link below to register. We hope to see you there! 🔗https://lnkd.in/eQZVXxAe
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@RepJeffDuncan @USRepGaryPalmer @RepWalberg – please cosponsor #HR1770 and help protect America's seniors! Seniors in Alabama, Michigan, South Carolina and nationwide need protection from common infectious diseases and access to essential pharmacist services, support H.R. 1770 now! https://lnkd.in/exeA5BMA
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This #SelfCareSunday we're encouraging you to go to bed early❗️ More than 1 in 3 adults do not get the recommended 7 hours of sleep each night. This can have negative effects on your heart and your body such as increasing your risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke💔 If you want to learn more about the connection between sleep and heart disease, MHI has various resources available such as discussion guides, webinars, and more! Visit the link below to access these free resources⬇️ https://lnkd.in/d6ZqGtGm
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Atrial fibrillation (#AFib) is the most common type of irregular heartbeat and increases the risk of stroke by about 5 times❗️ That’s why @Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joined Bristol Myers Squibb & Pfizer to raise awareness of AFib and encourage anyone with common symptoms like irregular heartbeat, heart racing, chest pain, shortness of breath, fatigue, or light-headedness, to get checked out🫀 Only a doctor can determine if it’s AFib or something else. Holding off on seeing a doctor won’t change whether or not you have AFib. But if you do, seeing a doctor may help you get ahead of stroke risk🩺 Learn more at👉NoTimetoWait.com
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YOUR story deserves to be told❗️ #ShareYourHeart with us in 500 words or less for our Share Your Heart Essay and Poetry Contest. We want to hear from you whether you are someone living with heart disease, family, a caregiver, or a health professional affected by #HeartDisease! Anyone from Kindergarten to 18+ is encouraged to share their heart and submit a piece📝 Visit the link below to learn more⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eSbNtHJS
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#DidYouKnow For every degree your body temperature rises, your heart beats approximately 10 beats faster per minute❗️ With high temperatures and heat waves across the nation, it is essential you are taking care of your body and heart. High temperatures increase your blood flow causing your heart to work harder. The high temperatures can even thin your blood, meaning it doesn't clot as easily. This can be dangerous for individuals taking blood-thinning medication🫀 Make sure to stay hydrated and stay cool to keep your heart and body safe☀️
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Are you living with #HeartFailure❓ We talked to individuals living with heart failure and asked for their advice for newly diagnosed patients. Here's what they had to say👇 🏃♂️Exercise. "Exercise makes a huge difference, even when it feels impossible. Walk outside, if you can, to make you feel more positive." 🌳Don't stay home. "Go to church. Go to the mall. Join a support group. Go bowling or golfing. Walk. Volunteer." 🍎Eat Healthy "Try to reduce sodium and eat more healthy foods. Follow fluid restrictions, but find ways to still enjoy what you are eating." 💊Take medication exactly as you were told. "It is very important to take medication so you feel better and live longer. If you have questions, call your doctor." 📚Educate yourself. "You will feel more confident making decisions and taking care of yourself if you learn about your heart disease. Only use reliable sources."
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