February is National Heart Month, a time when everyone should be focusing on their cardiovascular health. On this episode of Ask a Specialist on the
Each new year brings excitement for resolutions and changes. As you plan your heart-health goals for 2023, we invite you to think small rather than
The month of January is recognized as National Blood Donor Month, an opportunity to roll up your sleeve and save a life. A blood transfusion
The recent injury involving Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has many parents wondering if there additional risks with their children playing contact sports. Dr. David
Queen’s Heart Institute patient Carole Rimell recently shared her life-changing story. A devastating diagnosis and limited treatment options brought her to Queen’s, where she was
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is commonly referred to as the “silent killer.” There are few signs or symptoms, and many times it goes unnoticed
Holidays are for celebrating with your ‘ohana, and this season offers more festivities to gather and enjoy savory meals and delicious drinks. While making the
While the holiday season is a great time to indulge in food and drink with family and friends, it’s also the time when healthy eating
Queen’s Heart Institute successfully performed its first Tricuspid Clip procedure, only the second in thestate, to greatly improve the quality of life for a patient.
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
Modern medicine combined with increased awareness has led to fewer fatal heart attacks. While this is a life-changing prognosis, survivors must consider the long-term physical
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 Systems 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
Heart disease is commonly thought of as a man’s issue, yet it uniquely impacts women. In Hawaii, it is the leading cause of death for
HONOLULU – The Queen’s Medical Center (Queen’s) has been named the top hospital in Hawaiʻi in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022-2023 Best Hospitals rankings
HONOLULU – The Queen’s Health Systems (QHS) has announced the following appointments. Andrea Hepuapo‘okela Hermosura, PhD, has been named Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and
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
