Grand Strand Mended Hearts Chapter 117

10/14/2026

https://mendedhearts.org/heartbeat-october-2026/

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10/08/2026

Did you know that nearly 9 out of 10 adults struggle to understand and use public health information due to unfamiliar or complex terms?

October is Health Literacy Month. At Mended Hearts, we know it is critical health information be accessible — it can save lives. That's why we strive to foster health literacy within our organization's staff, chapters, and members. Our educational resources and support services aim to present familiar concepts, words, numbers, and images in ways that make sense to those seeking information.

Health literacy is a critical step toward improving the health and lives of cardiovascular patients. To learn more and access our educational resources, visit the link below ⬇️
https://mendedhearts.org/tools-and-resources/

10/07/2026

10/07/2026

October is National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Month🫀

Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) — when the heart suddenly stops beating — can happen to anyone, anywhere, at any time. When SCA happens, every second counts.

🚨CALL 911
🙌PUSH hard and fast in the center of the chest. Don't stop!
⚡SHOCK — use an AED if available.

Your quick actions can double or triple a person's chance of survival. Help us spread these crucial lifesaving steps by sharing this post!

10/06/2026

DON’T LET FEAR STOP YOUR RECOVERY!

After heart or aortic surgery, it’s easy to develop what we sometimes call “cardiac paralysis” — being so afraid of hurting yourself that you become afraid to move.

But once your medical team gives you the green light… MOVE! 🚶‍♀️💪

Start small. Walk the hallway. Get out of the chair. Take another lap tomorrow. Consider cardiac rehab. Gradually rebuild confidence in your body.

You don’t have to run a marathon. Heck, some days making it to the mailbox deserves a medal. 🏅😂

The important thing is not allowing fear to become your permanent activity restriction.

Talk with your doctor about what movement is safe for YOU, what restrictions you have, and how to gradually increase your activity.

Your body has been through a lot.

Respect it. Protect it. But don’t be afraid to use it. ❤️

Keep moving forward — literally.

10/05/2026

10/04/2026

09/28/2026

Are you prepared ? Find your local training.

09/27/2026

Would you know what to do if someone was experiencing life-threatening bleeding?

Join us October 6th for a free interactive Stop the Bleed Seminar hosted by our Pediatric Trauma Manager, Aaron Worthley. This hands-on training will teach you practical skills that can help save a life during an emergency. Techniques include tourniquet application, wound packing and more.

No medical experience is necessary just come ready to learn skills that could make a difference when every second counts.

To register, visit https://bit.ly/4zPWspn