A comprehensive analysis of hospital records from 2006 to 2017 revealed that there were 135,463 documented cases of broken heart syndrome, with women accounting for approximately 88.3% of these cases. The most pronounced increase was observed in women aged 50 to 74, who experienced rates that were six to twelve

According to research, cardiac amyloidosis affects 17 per 100,000 people every year! Though the condition is uncommon, it can seriously affect heart function and overall health.   Cardiac amyloidosis happens when misfolded clumps of proteins called amyloid build up in the heart. Over time, these extracellular deposits cause the myocardium (cardiac

Currently, over 13% of adults in the United States suffer from chronic low back pain. That’s like saying nearly 1 in every 8 adults you meet struggles with this condition daily. This makes it a leading cause of disability in the country. It usually happens due to back spasms, which

Neck pain (or cervicalgia) is a widespread condition that is seen across all ages and walks of life. From the office worker hunched over a computer to the athlete pushing physical limits, this common ailment ranges from mild, temporary discomfort to an intense, persistent challenge that can significantly impact daily

Have you ever wondered why people go for EMDR therapy? Starting therapy for a traumatic or upsetting experience can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure what to expect.  Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy helps people heal from distressing memories. Studies show that up to 90% of people with

It was just after 6 a.m. at a small marina off the coast of South Carolina. A maintenance worker was climbing onto a docked vessel when he slipped, struck his head, and fell into the water. By the time his coworkers pulled him out, he wasn’t breathing. One of them,

Imagine you’re floating in the stillness of space, surrounded by blinking panels and the soft hum of the spacecraft. Suddenly, your crewmate grabs their chest and collapses. There’s no 911 to call. No emergency room to rush to. Just you, a floating body, and a race against time. This is

Do you know that the primary outcome of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in high-altitude situations decreases by 1 cm compared to the baseline? A recent study found that at elevations of around 4,000 meters (13,123 feet), the average depth of chest compressions dropped by 1 centimeter compared to baseline levels at

Over 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur in the United States annually. With such staggering numbers, the need for cardiovascular resuscitation (CPR) training is more urgent than ever in 2025. This is mainly due to aging populations, rising heart disease cases, and an increase in sudden cardiac arrests among young athletes. 

Did you know that survival rates can decrease by 10% for every minute without CPR after cardiac arrest? Yet, on playing fields across the country, the golden window for response is frequently missed.  When the heart stops beating, oxygen-rich blood is no longer delivered to vital organs, leading to irreversible