The Mended Hearts, Inc.

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#DidYouKnow An estimated 12.1 million people in the US are living with Atrial Fibrillation (#AFib)❓ AFib is the most common heart arrhythmia. It occurs when the two upper chambers of the heart do not coordinate with the two lower chambers, causing the heart to beat too slowly, too quickly or irregularly. AFib also affects how well blood flows to the lower chambers of the heart🫀 This #AFibAwarenessMonth we will be sharing more information and patient perspectives about AFib to help you spot symptoms early, reduce your risk factors, and keep your heart happy and healthy❗️

World of Support registration and donations are now open❗️ One of the many reasons World of Support raises money is to help us keep the International Resource Center going strong so that our chapters and members get the services and support they need to thrive and support their or their loved ones #HeartJourney❤️ Join us by registering to participate in our virtual Hearts Around the World Race, join a fundraising team, or make a donation that feels right to you! Visit the link below to get involved and learn more👇 https://lnkd.in/e5XStNfN

Hot off the presses, our newest edition of Heartbeat® magazine is here📕 This summer issue features "Courage in Every Beat" and "From Heart Failure to Healing" - two stories that take a deep dive into what it's like to live with heart disease❗️ "Courage in Every Beat" showcases this year's Share Your Heart® Photo Competition. The feature highlights the stories behind this year's contest winners and how they live life to the fullest and bring joy to those around them. "From Heart Failure to Healing" takes a look at patients with secondary mitral regurgitation and how the Mitraclip device can improve quality of life and offer hope to patients🫀 To read these wonderful stories and more visit the link below👇 https://lnkd.in/eWMPdvBR

Let's Talk...Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement or TAVR for short💬 TAVR is a less invasive procedure to help patients who had their aortic or mitral valve replaced that may no longer function properly. This procedure offers hope to those with failing heart valves while being less invasive than open heart surgery🫀 If you or someone you love is having or has had a TAVR procedure we have many resources and support available to you. Visit the link below to learn more⬇️ https://lnkd.in/etnqP7Cq

Are you looking to get involved in The Mended Hearts, Inc. advocacy efforts❓ Our recent advocacy webinar is available for you to watch on our YouTube channel. In the webinar, advocacy experts discuss ways to get involved with our Action Network™️, update us on current congressional activities, and review MHI's 6️⃣ legislative priorities📝 Visit the link below to catch up on the webinar and learn more about getting involved❗️ https://lnkd.in/eqH2psRX

If you are interested in providing peer support to others by phone, online or in person, we would like to hear from you❗️ Sometimes, patients, parents, and caregivers need to talk to someone who has already faced a similar diagnosis, procedure, or surgery or has learned to live with heart disease or a congenital heart defect—someone who truly understands them🤍 If you would like to become a visitor or receive a visit from one of our accredited visitors visit the link below👇 https://lnkd.in/dZ4UeJP

We are just 5 days out from the start of World of Support❗️ Our annual virtual charity event and registration for the walk/race starts on September 1st! One of the many reasons World of Support raises money is to help us keep the International Resource Center going strong so that our chapters and members get the services and support they need to thrive and support their or their loved ones #HeartJourney🫀 Mark your calendars and look out for more information on donating and joining the race on the 1st🗓️

#DidYouKnow Kidney Disease (#CKD) can increase your risk of developing Cardiovascular Disease (#CVD)❓ When your kidneys can’t remove waste and extra water from the blood, the heart has to work harder than normal. The additional strain on your heart can lead to a heart attack, heart failure, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and stroke🫀 Learn more about the connection between CKD and CVD at the link below👇 https://lnkd.in/gJEU-K8y

Living with #HeartDisease can feel isolating and lonely💔 The American Heart Association found that social isolation and loneliness are associated with about a 30% increased risk of heart attack, stroke, or death❗️ This #SelfCareSunday we are here to remind you that you are not alone! At MHI we have a variety of resources to help you along your #HeartJourney. Join one of our many support groups or online discussion communities and if you are living with depression we have resources to help you navigate through hard times🫶 Visit the link below to access these resources or join a group today⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dGdbnM-6