Heart Failure

Heart failure occurs when the heart has difficulty pumping blood to the rest of the body. Affecting over five million Americans today, heart failure is most common among individuals over 65 but can affect people of all ages. Every year, nearly half a million people are newly diagnosed with heart failure.

Heart Failure Risk Factors

Heart failure many result from numerous other heart conditions, such as high blood pressure, previous heart attacks and arrhythmias, from other conditions, such as diabetes, or from certain lifestyle factors, including excessive sodium intake.

Heart Failure Symptoms

Heart failure symptoms include but are not limited to shortness of breath, weight gain and visible swelling of the legs and ankles.

Heart failure is a serious form of heart disease, but it can be monitored and treated in an attempt to improve heart function and reduce symptoms. With the right medical guidance, many heart failure patients are able to live normal, active lives.

Nutrition Guidelines for Heart Failure Patients

If you have been diagnosed with heart failure, eating a heart healthy, low-sodium diet can help improve your quality of life. Experts at the Presbyterian Heart Failure Clinic have developed resources to help you get started. Learn More

Presbyterian Heart Failure Clinic

If you or a loved one have been recently diagnosed with heart failure or have been living with the condition for a longer period of time, the Presbyterian Heart Failure Clinic can help. The clinic offers two disease management programs that are designed to help patients understand and live with heart failure: an at-home self management program for patients with mild forms of heart failure, and an outpatient, intensive clinic that provides comprehensive care to patients in more advanced stages. Learn More