Questions and answers concerning Automated External Defibrillators
Wilmington Town Crier Sun, 31 May 2009 14:13 PM PDT
What is an AED? An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a computerized medical device. It can check a person’s heart rhythm, recognize a rhythm that requires a shock and advise the rescuer when a shock is needed. An AED uses voice prompts, lights and text messages to tell the rescuer the steps to take. AEDs are very accurate and easy to use. With a few hours of training, anyone can learn to ... |
Irregular heartbeat may be your body's warning bell
Lexington Clipper-Herald Sun, 31 May 2009 14:11 PM PDT
(ARA) - The economy's ups and downs are enough to make anyone's heart skip a beat. But those occasional irregular heartbeats, flutters, slow beats or moments when your heart races may actually be a warning sign of something even more serious than the recession. |
Take Care of Your Ticker
Lexington Clipper-Herald Sun, 31 May 2009 14:11 PM PDT
(ARA) - Cardiovascular disease remains the No. 1 cause of death for both men and women in the United States. While heart-related illnesses are widespread, the good news is that your lifestyle choices can have a significantly positive effect on your overall heart health. |
Suffering from 'White Coat Syndrome'? Medical Assistants Ease Patients' Minds
Lexington Clipper-Herald Sun, 31 May 2009 14:08 PM PDT
(ARA) - Your heart races, your palms sweat and your mouth feels dry. Why does a simple trip to the doctor's office stress you so much? You may have patient anxiety, more commonly known as "white coat syndrome," and there are volumes of books and legions of Web sites devoted to the topic. |
First president of Guinea-Bissau dies aged 78
AFP via Yahoo! News Sun, 31 May 2009 14:06 PM PDT
Luis Cabral, the first post-independence president of Guinea-Bissau who was later toppled in a military coup, has died of a heart attack in Lisbon, officials announced on Sunday. He was 78. |
CONSUMER REPORTS: Pricey prescription fish oil
9 News Denver Sun, 31 May 2009 14:05 PM PDT
KUSA - Almost 800,000 people are expected to have their first heart attack this year. Along with traditional medicine such as statins, omega-3 oils found in fish have been shown to help prevent heart disease. |
Bulgarian dies during filming of reality show
Gulf Times Sun, 31 May 2009 13:52 PM PDT
A 53-year-old Bulgarian national died from a heart attack while competing in a reality show on an eastern Philippine island, police said yesterday. |
Thanks for volunteering at Heart of Hospice run
Juneau Empire Sun, 31 May 2009 13:16 PM PDT
Thanks to our sponsors and a small group of hard-working volunteers, Hospice & Home Care of Juneau's Heart of Hospice run/walk held at Twin Lakes on April 18 was very successful. We received wonderful support from the Juneau business community and had a great turn out of runners and walkers. Funds from sponsors and participants will allow Hospice & Home Care of Juneau to continue providing and ... |
Survivor TV show contestant dies in Philippines (Reuters)
Yahoo!7 Entertainment News Sun, 31 May 2009 12:37 PM PDT
MANILA, May 31 (Reuters) - A Bulgarian competing in the reality TV show "Survivor Bulgaria" died of a heart attack during filming at a beach resort in the central Philippines, local television reported on Sunday. |
VERY REV. FR. KINGSLEY JAYAMANNE
Daily News Sun, 31 May 2009 12:35 PM PDT
former Vicar General of the Archdiocese was called to Eternal Rest in the Lord. Accoring to his wishes, his mortal remains lie at the Sacred Heart Chapel of the Archbishop’s House, Borella. |
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