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
When you think of a heart-healthy lifestyle, it is likely that diet and exercise come to mind first. Heart health and overall well-being also require
April is National Stress Month, which draws attention to the mental, physical, and emotional toll that stress can take. Mental health for adults living in
Nearly one-third of adults in Hawaiʻi have high cholesterol. There are no signs or symptoms, and unhealthy cholesterol is a top risk factor for heart
An innovative heart care treatment known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) is providing hope and a renewed sense of energy for many patients suffering
Women’s contributions to history, culture and society are celebrated and recognized every March for National Women’s History Month. This year the theme, as selected by
The Queen’s Medical Center The Case: A 42-year-old female patient went for a routine valve replacement at another hospital. That routine replacement became an urgent
HONOLULU – The Queen’s Heart Institute at The Queen’s Medical Center has been recognized by the American College of Cardiology (ACC) for its demonstrated expertise
The Queen’s Health Systems (QHS) announced today that it will begin easing visitor restrictions at The Queen’s Medical Center’s two campuses effective Monday, February 21.
February is nationally dedicated to cardiovascular health and helping Americans live longer lives. Prevention through lifestyle changes is key to managing some of the most
For those who have been diagnosed with a condition called “atrial fibrillation”, there is concern of an increased risk of a stroke. But for some,
After two years of construction, The Queen’s Medical Center held a blessing in December for two new state-of-the-art electrophysiology laboratories. The new labs—700-square-feet each—are used for
As we prepare to ring in 2022, we know you might be thinking about your new year’s resolutions. How can we improve our lives? How
When you visit us at Queen’s Heart Institute, you’re not just a patient, you’re a new member of our ʻohana. The spirit of aloha –
As winter (hooilo) approaches and the moist trade winds begin to roll in, you may begin to crave the sugary sweets and bakes of the
The holiday season can be filled with lots of get-togethers amongst family and friends. And that often means indulging in lots of foods and drinks
