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Keeping track of small changes can help support better conversations with your healthcare team.For people living with he...
08/20/2026

Keeping track of small changes can help support better conversations with your healthcare team.

For people living with heart failure, it may be helpful to note changes between appointments, including:
✔ shortness of breath
✔ fatigue
✔ swelling in the feet, ankles, legs, or abdomen
✔ sudden weight changes
✔ medication questions or side effects
✔ changes in sleep, appetite, energy, or activity

This does not need to be complicated. A notebook, phone note, calendar, or printed checklist can help you remember what to bring up at your next appointment.

If symptoms change suddenly or worsen, contact your healthcare team.

Learn more: heartfailure.ca
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Suivre certains changements peut aider Ă  avoir de meilleures conversations avec votre Ă©quipe de soins.

Pour les personnes vivant avec une insuffisance cardiaque, il peut ĂȘtre utile de noter les changements entre les rendez-vous, notamment :
✔ l’essoufflement
✔ la fatigue
✔ l’enflure des pieds, des chevilles, des jambes ou de l’abdomen
✔ les changements soudains de poids
✔ les questions ou effets secondaires liĂ©s aux mĂ©dicaments
✔ les changements de sommeil, d’appĂ©tit, d’énergie ou d’activitĂ©

Ce n’est pas obligĂ© d’ĂȘtre compliquĂ©. Un carnet, une note dans votre tĂ©lĂ©phone, un calendrier ou une liste imprimĂ©e peut vous aider Ă  vous rappeler quoi mentionner Ă  votre prochain rendez-vous.

Si vos symptĂŽmes changent soudainement ou s’aggravent, communiquez avec votre Ă©quipe de soins.

Plus d’informations : insuffisancecardiaque.ca

Sodium can be sneaky.Many people think of sodium as table salt, but it is often found in packaged, processed, canned and...
08/18/2026

Sodium can be sneaky.

Many people think of sodium as table salt, but it is often found in packaged, processed, canned and restaurant foods.

Common places sodium may show up include:
✔ deli meats
✔ canned soups
✔ sauces and dressings
✔ marinades
✔ frozen meals
✔ packaged snacks
✔ restaurant meals

For people living with heart failure, sodium and fluid guidance can vary depending on individual health needs, medications and care plans. It is always best to speak with your healthcare team about what is right for you.

A simple habit that can help: check the nutrition label before buying packaged foods.

Small choices can support better awareness. ❀

Learn more: heartfailure.ca
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Le sodium peut ĂȘtre discret.

On pense souvent au sel de table, mais le sodium se trouve fréquemment dans les aliments emballés, transformés, en conserve ou préparés au restaurant.

On peut le retrouver dans :
✔ les charcuteries
✔ les soupes en conserve
✔ les sauces et vinaigrettes
✔ les marinades
✔ les repas surgelĂ©s
✔ les collations emballĂ©es
✔ les repas au restaurant

Pour les personnes vivant avec une insuffisance cardiaque, les recommandations concernant le sodium et les liquides peuvent varier selon l’état de santĂ©, les mĂ©dicaments et le plan de soins. Il est toujours prĂ©fĂ©rable d’en parler avec votre Ă©quipe de soins.

Une habitude simple : vĂ©rifier le tableau de valeur nutritive avant d’acheter des aliments emballĂ©s.

De petits choix peuvent soutenir une meilleure sensibilisation. ❀

Plus d’informations : insuffisancecardiaque.ca

Heart failure care can feel overwhelming, especially when appointments involve new information, tests, medications, symp...
08/12/2026

Heart failure care can feel overwhelming, especially when appointments involve new information, tests, medications, symptoms or treatment decisions.

You do not have to manage it all alone.

Bringing someone you trust to an appointment can help with:
✔ listening
✔ taking notes
✔ remembering next steps
✔ asking questions
✔ sharing concerns

It can also help to write questions down before you go and ask your care team to explain information in plain language.

Support is part of care. ❀

Learn more: heartfailure.ca
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Les soins liĂ©s Ă  l’insuffisance cardiaque peuvent parfois sembler complexes, surtout lorsque les rendez-vous incluent de nouvelles informations, des examens, des mĂ©dicaments, des symptĂŽmes ou des dĂ©cisions de traitement.

Vous n’avez pas Ă  tout gĂ©rer seul.

Amener une personne de confiance Ă  un rendez-vous peut aider Ă  :
✔ Ă©couter
✔ prendre des notes
✔ retenir les prochaines Ă©tapes
✔ poser des questions
✔ partager des prĂ©occupations

Il peut aussi ĂȘtre utile de noter vos questions avant le rendez-vous et de demander Ă  votre Ă©quipe de soins d’expliquer l’information en langage clair.

Le soutien fait partie des soins. ❀

Plus d’informations : insuffisancecardiaque.ca

Patient stories are an important part of heart failure awareness because they show what living with the condition can lo...
08/11/2026

Patient stories are an important part of heart failure awareness because they show what living with the condition can look like in real life.

In a story shared by Our Heart Hub, Lori Constable-Smolcic, RN, BScN, writes about living with congenital heart disease and heart failure throughout her life.

Lori was born with congenital heart defects and was told as a child that she was “fixed.” But her heart journey continued. As a young adult, she knew something was wrong, even when her symptoms were dismissed. Her story is a powerful reminder that listening to your body and speaking up matters.

For people living with heart failure, self-advocacy can include:
✔ asking questions
✔ requesting information in plain language
✔ tracking symptoms and changes
✔ bringing concerns to your care team
✔ finding support groups or trusted resources

Read Lori’s full story through Our Heart Hub: https://ourhearthub.ca/cultural-barriers-healthcare-system-challenges-and-a-lifetime-of-self-advocacy-three-heart-failure-champions-share-their-stories/

Preparing for an appointment can help you feel more confident in your care.If you are living with heart failure, conside...
08/06/2026

Preparing for an appointment can help you feel more confident in your care.

If you are living with heart failure, consider bringing a list of questions to your next visit.

Helpful questions may include:
✔ What symptoms should I watch for?
✔ When should I call my care team?
✔ What are my medications for?
✔ Should I track my weight, swelling, or symptoms?
✔ Are there nutrition, sodium, hydration, or activity recommendations I should follow?

Heart failure care is a team effort. Your questions matter.

Learn more: heartfailure.ca
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Se préparer à un rendez-vous peut aider à se sentir plus confiant dans ses soins.

Si vous vivez avec une insuffisance cardiaque, pensez Ă  apporter une liste de questions Ă  votre prochain rendez-vous.

Voici quelques questions utiles :
✔ Quels symptîmes devrais-je surveiller?
✔ Quand devrais-je communiquer avec mon Ă©quipe de soins?
✔ À quoi servent mes mĂ©dicaments?
✔ Devrais-je suivre mon poids, mon enflure ou mes symptîmes?
✔ Y a-t-il des recommandations concernant l’alimentation, le sodium, l’hydratation ou l’activitĂ© physique?

Les soins en insuffisance cardiaque sont un travail d’équipe. Vos questions comptent.

Plus d’informations : insuffisancecardiaque.ca

After a busy long weekend, a simple check-in can go a long way. ❀For people living with heart failure, small routines c...
08/04/2026

After a busy long weekend, a simple check-in can go a long way. ❀

For people living with heart failure, small routines can help support daily care:
‱ take medications as prescribed
‱ stay hydrated
‱ rest when needed
‱ pay attention to symptoms
‱ note changes in weight, swelling, or breathlessness

It does not need to be complicated. Small habits matter.
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AprĂšs un long week-end bien rempli, un petit moment pour faire le point peut faire une diffĂ©rence. ❀

Pour les personnes vivant avec une insuffisance cardiaque, les petites routines peuvent soutenir les soins au quotidien :
‱ prendre ses mĂ©dicaments comme prescrits
‱ rester hydratĂ©
‱ se reposer au besoin
‱ surveiller ses symptîmes
‱ noter les changements de poids, d’enflure ou d’essoufflement

Ce n’est pas obligĂ© d’ĂȘtre compliquĂ©. Les petites habitudes comptent.

A heart-healthy summer side that actually feels like summer. ☀Try building your next BBQ salad with:‱ leafy greens‱ str...
07/31/2026

A heart-healthy summer side that actually feels like summer. ☀

Try building your next BBQ salad with:
‱ leafy greens
‱ strawberries or blueberries
‱ cucumber
‱ avocado
‱ unsalted walnuts or seeds
‱ grilled chicken or chickpeas
‱ lemon, olive oil, herbs and pepper

Fresh herbs and citrus can add flavour without relying on extra salt and simple swaps can help make summer meals feel lighter while still being satisfying.

Save this for your next BBQ, picnic or patio dinner. ❀
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Une idĂ©e estivale bonne pour le cƓur, fraĂźche et simple. ☀

Pour votre prochain BBQ, essayez une salade avec :
‱ verdure
‱ fraises ou bleuets
‱ concombre
‱ avocat
‱ noix ou graines non salĂ©es
‱ poulet grillĂ© ou pois chiches
‱ citron, huile d’olive, herbes et poivre

Les herbes fraĂźches et les agrumes peuvent ajouter beaucoup de saveur sans miser sur le sel.

Enregistrez cette idĂ©e pour votre prochain BBQ, pique-nique ou souper sur la terrasse. ❀

Heart failure isn’t just one disease, it’s often the result of years of strain on the heart.What causes heart failure? H...
07/28/2026

Heart failure isn’t just one disease, it’s often the result of years of strain on the heart.

What causes heart failure? High blood pressure, coronary artery disease, heart attacks, diabetes, irregular heart rhythms, smoking and obesity are all major risk factors. Many of these conditions develop slowly, making prevention and early awareness essential.

Recognizing risk factors empowers you to start conversations, seek care sooner and protect your heart health. Every step you take—monitoring blood pressure, managing diabetes, staying active—can make a difference.

Swipe through to learn more about the causes and risks. Share this post to help others stay informed and take action for their heart health.
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L’insuffisance cardiaque n’est pas une seule maladie, elle rĂ©sulte souvent d’annĂ©es de stress sur le cƓur.

Qu’est-ce qui cause l’insuffisance cardiaque? Hypertension, maladie coronarienne, crises cardiaques, diabĂšte, troubles du rythme cardiaque, tabagisme et obĂ©sitĂ© sont tous des facteurs de risque majeurs. Beaucoup de ces conditions se dĂ©veloppent lentement, d’oĂč l’importance de la prĂ©vention et de la sensibilisation.

Comprendre les facteurs de risque permet d’engager des conversations, d’obtenir des soins plus tĂŽt et de protĂ©ger votre santĂ© cardiaque. Chaque geste compte—surveillez votre tension, gĂ©rez votre diabĂšte, restez actif.

Faites dĂ©filer pour en savoir plus sur les causes et les risques. Partagez cette publication pour aider votre entourage Ă  s’informer et Ă  agir pour leur cƓur.

The future of heart failure care is becoming more connected, personalized and proactive. ❀Researchers around the world ...
07/22/2026

The future of heart failure care is becoming more connected, personalized and proactive. ❀

Researchers around the world are exploring how technology may help improve earlier detection and long-term heart health management.

This includes:
‱ AI tools that may help predict heart failure risk years earlier
‱ wearable ECG and heart monitoring devices
‱ remote symptom monitoring tools
‱ voice-based monitoring research

While technology cannot replace healthcare teams or patient relationships, these innovations may help support earlier intervention, remote care and improved quality of life for people living with heart failure.
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L’avenir des soins en insuffisance cardiaque devient plus connectĂ©, personnalisĂ© et proactif. ❀

Partout dans le monde, les chercheurs étudient comment les nouvelles technologies pourraient améliorer la détection précoce et le suivi des patients.

Cela inclut :
‱ des outils d’IA capables d’identifier les risques plus tît
‱ des appareils connectĂ©s pour surveiller le cƓur
‱ des outils de suivi à distance
‱ des recherches sur le suivi des symptîmes par la voix

MĂȘme si la technologie ne remplace pas les Ă©quipes de soins ni les relations humaines, ces innovations pourraient contribuer Ă  un meilleur suivi et Ă  des interventions plus prĂ©coces.

It's easy to brush off new symptoms as just stress, aging or being out of shape, but your body is always sending you sig...
07/20/2026

It's easy to brush off new symptoms as just stress, aging or being out of shape, but your body is always sending you signals—don't ignore them.

Shortness of breath, fatigue, swelling and other subtle changes can be early signs of heart issues. These symptoms are often dismissed, but paying attention could make all the difference.

Trust what your body is telling you. If something feels off, take it seriously. Early recognition saves lives. ❀
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On banalise souvent certains symptĂŽmes : le stress, l'Ăąge, la fatigue, le manque de forme physique. Mais votre corps vous parle—il faut l'Ă©couter.

L'essoufflement, la fatigue, l'enflure et d'autres changements peuvent ĂȘtre des signes prĂ©coces de problĂšmes cardiaques. Trop souvent ignorĂ©s, ces signaux mĂ©ritent pourtant toute votre attention.

Faites confiance Ă  votre ressenti. Si quelque chose vous inquiĂšte, prenez-le au sĂ©rieux. ReconnaĂźtre les signes tĂŽt peut sauver des vies. ❀

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