Heart Care News & Information

Risk factors for heart disease include those that you can control and those that you cannot control. One that has a significant impact is your

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in Hawai’i, but often it is not recognized as thegreatest health threat. Stereotypes get in the way

October is nationally recognized as Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, which draws attention toan important life-threatening heart emergency. Knowing the signs of sudden cardiac arrest

World Heart Day is celebrated each year on September 29th to raise global awareness and drawattention to the devastating impact of cardiovascular disease. The World

Cardiovascular Conditions: Arrhythmias Caring for your heart includes staying in tune with your heart rate. Keeping track of your normal resting rate and when it

The Queen’s Health System was a proud supporter of this year’s American Heart Association’s Hawai’i Heart Walk. More than 2,800 walkers joined together the first

Water is essential to overall health and wellness, and it greatly impacts the heart. Our bodies are mostly made up of water. More than 70

The Queen’s Medical Center’s Clinical Cardiologist Dr. Helaine Kwong spoke to the impact that heart disease has on women for a recent episode of the

The heart changes with age. The muscle may weaken, heart rates are lower during physical activity and blood vessels are more likely to be damaged.

An active heart is a healthy heart. Movement and routine exercise are essential to preventing and managing cardiovascular issues.  The heart is a muscle that

Patients who suffer from aortic valve stenosis often complain of shortness of breath, fatigue, and chest pain, among other cardiovascular issues that can diminish their

One of the best ways to care for your heart is to eat a healthy and nutritious diet. Balanced meals and snacks with a wide