Health Education

Congenital Cardiovascular defects / Heart Diseases

WHAT IS CONGENITAL HEART DISEASE / DEFECT? Congenital means inborn or existing at birth. Among the terms you may hear… Read More

May 15, 2015

What is Patent Ductus Arteriosus(PDA)?

Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart disease that frequently escapes detection until patient reached adulthood. This defect allows… Read More

May 15, 2015

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery(CABG)

BYPASS SURGERY Bypass surgery is the most common type of heart surgery. Arteries can become clogged over time by the… Read More

May 14, 2015

Renal Angiography / Angioplasty

Renal angiography or Renal Angioplasty refers to the procedure carried out to detect the blockages in the blood vessels to… Read More

May 13, 2015

Angioplasty risks

WHAT IS ANGIOPLASTY OR BALLOON ANGIOPLASTY? Angioplasty, also called balloon angioplasty, and vascular stenting are minimally invasive procedures performed to… Read More

May 12, 2015

Family history and heart disease

FAMILY HISTORY It has been confirmed through research that family history plays a significant role in disease pattern especially in… Read More

May 12, 2015

Heart Attack / Angina pain / Coronary Heart disease

WHAT IS HEART ATTACK ? Heart is one of the most important organs of the body supplying blood to all… Read More

May 11, 2015

What is Coronary Angiography/Coronary Arteriography

WHAT IS CORONARY ANGIOGRAPHY ? Coronary angiography is an X-ray examination of the blood vessels of the body brain, kidneys… Read More

May 11, 2015

What should I do to control the urge to Smoke?

Nicotine in tobacco causes a craving in the smoker, more so when he/she sees other smokers. To control that craving:… Read More

May 9, 2015

Quitting Smoking – Understand how to deal with nicotine addiction

Nicotine addiction and the resultant withdrawal symptoms are the main hindrance in quitting smoking. Smokers can successfully quit if they… Read More

May 9, 2015