Did You Know!

Heart Failure Doesn’t Mean the Heart Has Stopped

The term “heart failure” is often misunderstood. In reality, it usually means the heart is still beating but can no longer pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body’s needs. Many people live for years with heart failure when it is properly managed through medication, lifestyle changes, and medical care.

Why it matters: Early symptoms such as fatigue, swelling in the legs, and shortness of breath are frequently ignored until the condition becomes more serious.