by Medwatch 7 | Jul 24, 2026 | CPR
Dr. Gregory Powell never expected a medical emergency at home, but when he collapsed and his heart stopped, his daughter and wife began CPR, buying the minutes EMS needed to bring him back. About 100 beats per minute is the recommended rate for chest compressions...
by Medwatch 7 | Feb 27, 2026 | Heart & Vascular
Peripheral Artery Disease, or PAD, is common, but it could have serious consequences on your body. Peripheral Artery Disease happens when your arteries narrow, usually due to fatty plaque buildup. PAD can happen in any blood vessel, but it most commonly affects the...
by Medwatch 7 | Feb 27, 2026 | Heart & Vascular
Working out is great for your heart, but if you have a heart condition, it can be risky. Memorial Health’s Cardio Rehab Center aims to eliminate that risk. If you need a workout buddy, Memorial Health’s Cardio Rehab Center offers EKG-monitored workouts to those who...
by Medwatch 7 | Feb 21, 2026 | Heart Surgery
Aortic stenosis is when the heart’s main valve becomes stiff and narrowed, making it harder for blood to flow to the rest of the body. When it becomes severe, it can lead to life-threatening complications, even sudden cardiac death. That’s why treatment is so...
by Medwatch 7 | Feb 21, 2026 | Heart & Vascular
Aortic stenosis is a serious, progressive heart valve disease that mostly affects people over 80, though symptoms can appear as early as your 50s or 60s. Dr. Ahmed Elkaryoni, a cardiologist at Memorial Health, explains what it is. “There are four valves in the heart,...
