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1 Program Descriptions Blood Pressure Control Hypertension Learn about some simple steps to controlling hypertension. Controlling High Blood Pressure About 78 million people in the United States have high blood pressure. When blood pressure is too high, the heart has to pump harder which, over time, causes problems. The program discusses how high blood pressure is detected, the damage it can cause and how to keep it under control. In addition, we will explore risk factors, treatment and tips for lowering blood pressure. High Blood Pressure Prevention & Management In this video, Dr. Donna Arnett, Past-President, American Heart Association, explains what high blood pressure (hypertension) is, how to prevent it from occurring, and how to manage the condition if you do already have it. Lower Blood Pressure: Overview of Check. Change. Control. Managing high blood pressure is critical to preventing heart disease and stroke. Manage High Blood Pressure with Heart360 Heart360 is a tool created by the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association to help people learn how to manage high blood pressure. Learn about this program and how it can help you monitor and manage your blood pressure. Stress and Blood Pressure Learn how stress and high blood pressure are related. What do Blood Pressure Numbers Mean? Dr. Donna Arnett, Past-President, American Heart Association defines what systolic and diastolic blood pressure numbers mean, and what an optimal blood pressure reading is. Dr. Arnett also shares a web-based tool, available at Heart360.org, that can help you track your blood pressure numbers, which in turn helps you manage your blood pressure with the help of your doctor. Care at Home Your Care at Home: After a Heart Attack If you ve had a heart attack, you need to take special care of your body and mind. Know what to expect when you return home, including what activities are OK to do; how to deal with depression; how to take care of your heart with food, exercise, and medicine; and when to call the doctor. Your Care at Home: After Cardiac Catheterization Instructions for caring for yourself at home after undergoing a cardiac catheterization (or heart cath) procedure. Includes activity guidelines, warning signs to watch for, and more. Your Care at Home: After Surgery If you ve had surgery, you ll need to take special care of yourself once you leave the hospital and return home. This program provides vital information on incision care, medical follow up, activity restrictions, medication management, and other important post-op topics. Your Care at Home: Managing Heart Failure A diagnosis of heart failure or congestive heart failure (CHF) can be scary, but learning more about the disease really helps. This program explains how to care for yourself after discharge. Includes warning signs to watch for, information on daily weighing, and other tips for transitioning home. Your Care at Home: Sternal Wound Care Part of your healing after open heart surgery can be caring for your sternal wound. This video explains how to care for your wound, tips to avoiding infections, when to contact your healthcare provider, and recommended activity. Your Heart Care at Home (TV only) Your Care at Home: After a Heart Attack Your Care at Home: Managing Heart Failure Your Care at Home: Managing Your Medicine Your Care at Home: Taking Blood Thinners Your Heart Surgery: Rehabilitation and Recovery Learn how to maximize your recovery at home in this program by American Heart Association. The HeartCare Channel was developed in collaboration between the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and The Wellness Network to improve health through education. 1 of Q3 2017

2 Cholesterol Cholesterol - Alcohol & Folic Acid Benefits How alcohol and folic acid affect cholesterol levels. Improving Your Cholesterol Millions of Americans have cholesterol higher than the recommended range. Managing your cholesterol is critical to good health. Learn the difference between good and bad cholesterol, the role of triglycerides and how exercise and diet make a difference. This program also discusses the importance of screenings and using medication to help control your cholesterol. Emergency Response Go Red for Women Presents: Just a Little Heart Attack Knowing the signs and symptoms of a heart attack, and how to respond when experiencing them, is crucial to accessing necessary care right away. Hands-Only CPR CPR is a life-saving skill everyone should know. Using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Knowing when and how to use an AED is a life-saving skill everyone should have. Feelings & Support Emotional Wellness It is common for patients and caregivers to experience various emotions when faced with a health event. Whether experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, loneliness or a sense of being overwhelmed by all there is to learn and do, it is important to acknowledge and effectively address these feelings. This segment explores common feelings and offers suggestions for seeking positive support. Healthy Lifestyle Life s Simple 7: Control Cholesterol Take a moment to assess your heart score - how healthy your lifestyle is and how it reflects on the health of your heart. In this episode we will review the key contributing factors to your heart s health starting with cholesterol. Life s Simple 7: Eat Better Diet is another key, modifiable risk factor. Knowing how to fuel your body through balanced nutrition choices is a simple yet extremely effective way to lead a healthier, more balanced life. Life s Simple 7: Get Active Traditional fitness isn t the only way people can be physically active. Learn what types of everyday activities count in the effort to remain physically active. Healthy Lifestyle (continued) Life s Simple 7: Maintain a Healthy Weight It s important to reach and maintain a healthy weight. If you have too much body fat, especially at the waist, you have a higher risk for health problems like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. Life s Simple 7: Manage Blood Pressure Learn what a normal blood pressure range is and how to monitor your blood pressure. Life s Simple 7: Reduce Blood Sugar Know about how your body uses and processes sugars and why avoiding sugar bursts is important to your long term health. Life s Simple 7: Steps to Healthy Living (Part 1) (TV only) Life s Simple 7: Eat Better Life s Simple 7: Get Active Life s Simple 7: Maintain a Healthy Weight Life s Simple 7: Steps to Healthy Living (Part 2) (TV only) Life s Simple 7: Control Cholesterol Life s Simple 7: Manage Blood Pressure Life s Simple 7: Reduce Blood Sugar Life s Simple 7: Stop Smoking Life s Simple 7: Stop Smoking Avoiding tobacco smoke is one of the best things you can do to maintain your health. In fact, tobacco is the single most preventable cause of death in the United States. Both smoking and regular exposure to other people s smoke increases your risk of heart disease and stroke. If you smoke, get help to quit. As soon as you stop smoking, your risk of heart disease and stroke starts to drop. Heart Attack Coronary Artery Disease - When are Heart Attacks Most Likely to Occur? When are heart attacks most likely to occur? Healthy Living After a Heart Attack When you or a loved one has a heart attack, you probably have numerous questions about lifestyle changes and disease management. This segment provides a beginner s guide to how to manage quality of life after heart attack. From tips on diet, exercise, taking medications and addressing emotional needs, to information about cardiac rehabilitation as an important aspect of your recovery, this segment helps to prepare you for life after heart attack. Heart Attack Warning Signs This video from the American Heart Association talks about the warning signs of a heart attack. It s a must watch! 2 of 6

3 Heart Disease Ejection Fraction Learn what ejection fraction is and how it s tested to determine the health of your heart. Heart Disease: Women at Risk Heart disease is the number one killer of American women. Get educated on the risks and symptoms of heart disease that are unique to women, the role of hormone replacement therapy, and ways to treat and manage cardiovascular disease. Heart Failure: Beating the Odds Hundreds of thousands of new cases of heart failure are diagnosed each year. In this program, patients will learn what heart failure is, how to recognize the symptoms and how to manage the disease. In addition, this segment will explore common tests for diagnosis and procedures for treatment of heart failure. Irregular Heartbeats: Restoring the Rhythm Did you know that there might be a cure for your racing heart, pounding chest and fainting spells? Recent clinical studies and advances in medical technology have led to new treatments that can control or eliminate many abnormal heart rhythms. Irregular Heartbeats: Restoring the Rhythm discusses how to recognize arrhythmia and what to do if you have it. Living with Heart Disease In this program, patients will understand how to recognize heart disease risks and symptoms, medication options, cardiac rehabilitation and ongoing disease management. The AFib Five (TV only) The Afib Five: 5 Steps to Your Healthies Life with AFib The Afib Five: John Criswell s Story The Afib Five: Maricela Wilson s Story The AFib Five: 5 Steps to Your Healthiest Life with AFib An estimated 2.7 million Americans are living with Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib, and the rate is growing. Learn what your diagnosis means and how you can reduce your risks to live your healthiest life. The AFib Five: John Criswell s Story John Criswell, media broadcaster, shares his experience of being diagnosed with atrial fibrillation and how he manages his disease to live the most active, healthy life. The AFib Five: Maricela Wilson s Story AFib patient and stroke educator Maricela Wilson encourages you to motivate yourself to stay healthy and take care of your heart. Heart Valves Heart Valve Disease Symptoms Dr. Robert Bonow describes the symptoms that may alert you to heart valve disease. Heart Valves (continued) Heart Valves are for Life: Patient Perspectives Heart valve disease is diagnosed in over 5 million Americans each year. Two patients with heart valve disease share their experience from diagnosis through treatment. Heart Valves Role in Healthy Circulation The American Heart Association gives you a friendly and easyto-understand tour of your heart valves and circulation. The first step in being a well-informed patient is understanding how your heart works. Valve Regurgitation: When a Heart Valve Leaks This American Heart Association video explains valve regurgitation, or a leaky heart valve. If you ve been told you have a leaky valve, here s a simple explanation of what it means and why it matters to your heart health. Medications Antiarrhythmic Medications Learn how to take antiarrhythmic medications safely. Aspirin and Heart Disease It s already known that aspirin itself can help prevent heart attacks. What makes it so beneficial? Aspirin Effects During a Heart Attack Why you should chew an aspirin if you think you are having a heart attack. Clot-Dissolving Drugs Test your knowledge. How soon after a stroke should clotdissolving drugs be administered? Foods That Can Interfere with Medications Some of the foods you eat may not mix well with the medicines you take. Before you cut into that grapefruit or take a bite of licorice, learn what you need to know about food and drug interactions. Going Home On Blood Thinners Patients who require anticoagulation therapy, more commonly called blood thinners, have to be very careful after discharge from the hospital. Experts describe how regular blood tests and dietary and exercise precautions can help this medication work safely and effectively. How Medications Work: Beta Blocker Beta blockers are prescribed for high blood pressure, heart failure, angina, and other health conditions. Watch this video to find out how the drug works. How Medications Work: Cholesterol Absorption Inhibitor Cholesterol absorption inhibitors are drugs prescribed to lower blood cholesterol levels. Learn how they work. 3 of 6

4 Medications (continued) How Medications Work: Diabetes Drugs that Get Insulin Up and Moving Some type 2 diabetes medicines, both oral and injection, work by helping the insulin in your body to be more effective. Watch this video to learn how these drugs work. How Medications Work: Fat-Regulating Agent If your doctor has prescribed a fat-regulating agent for your health condition, watch this video to find out how the drug works. How Medications Work: Resin Bile acid binding resins are sometimes prescribed to control blood cholesterol levels. If your doctor has prescribed a resin drug for you, watch this video to find out how the drug works. How Medications Work: Statin Statins drugs are a first line treatment for heart disease. Find out how statins work in your body to lower cholesterol and protect your heart. How to Correctly Measure Your Medicine Doses Are you getting the right medicine dose? Pharmacist Doug White shows you the most accurate way to measure out your medications. How to Store Your Medicine Should you keep your medications in the bathroom medicine chest or the fridge? Pharmacist Doug White shows you where and how to store your medicines so they stay effective. How to Take Hard to Swallow Medications Some pills are hard to swallow - literally. Our pharmacist offers seven tips for making your medications easier to get down. Low Cost Drugs Medications can be very costly, but sometimes there are ways to get the medications you need at a lower cost. Low-Molecular Weight Heparin Learn how to use this medication properly and prevent serious side effects. Minimizing Prescription Drug Errors Making a mistake with your medications can lead to serious problems. Pharmacist Doug White provides tips on keeping your meds organized. Pill Splitting: Which Medications Are Safe to Halve Are your medications too big to swallow? Pharmacist Doug White shows you which prescription drugs you can safely split. Medications (continued) Your Care at Home: Managing Your Medicine Taking your medicine as prescribed by your doctor is important. Without it, you may feel worse and take longer to recover after your hospitalization. But it s not always easy, especially if you have lots of pills to take. These tips will help you get past the problems and take your medicine as directed. Your Care at Home: Taking Blood Thinners Find out why anticoagulants, or blood thinner drugs, are prescribed and how they work. You ll need to follow some important but simple self-care rules to stay safe on blood thinners. Watch this video to learn more. Nutrition Low-Carb Diets: How Do They Work Do low carbohydrate diets realy work? No Fat Veggies Healthy and delicious ways to season and prepare vegetables. Nutritional Needs: Prescription for Health Eating right critically influences overall health and, now more than ever, its critical for you to understand how nutrition influences your health. This program provides tips for making better food choices, limiting portions and managing special dietary needs. Salt Substitute How to add flavor to your food without sodium. Obesity/Weight Management Tips for Effective Weight Loss Nearly two-thirds of adult Americans are overweight or obese and the numbers are escalating. This program describes what obesity is and how to prevent and overcome it. This segment also offers tips for exercise, goal setting and tracking. Patient Self-Advocacy Patient Rights in the Hospital It s important to remember that as a hospital patient, you have rights. Patient Safety and Advocacy This program provides tips on how to be a valuable member of your healthcare team. It also explores some critical patient safety and advocacy areas including fall prevention, understanding discharge information, transitioning home and communicating with your healthcare team. Speak Up: About Your Pain Be an active member of your, or a loved ones, healthcare team. Learn to speak up about pain. 4 of 6

5 Patient Self-Advocacy (continued) Speak Up: At Home When receiving care at home, it is important to know who is there to help and what their role is. Speak Up: At the Doctor s Office Be an active member of your, or a loved ones, healthcare team. Learn to speak up about your conditions and how you feel. Speak Up: Prevent the Spread of Infection Learn about your role in preventing the spread of infection when you become an active member of your, or a loved ones, healthcare team. Speak Up: Reduce the Risk of Falling One out of three adults age 65 and older is injured from falls every year. Learn to reduce your risk of falling through simple steps. Speak Up: Take Medications Safely Mistakes happen every day, but you can take action to avoid them. Understanding your medications and how to manage them safely is a key part of recovery and disease management. Physical Activity Exercise - Discover the Importance of Warming Up Your Body Before Exercise Though it takes time to warm up your body, it will help you operate at peak efficiency. Exercise and Leg Circulation Learn how exercise will improve your leg circulation. Exercise and Nutrition - Find Out About the Best Exercise to Burn Calories Find out about the best exercise to burn calories. Physical Activity: Improving Your Health Lack of physical activity is a major risk factor for diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis, yet incorporating exercise in one s daily life doesn t always take precedence. Discover what kinds of exercise may work for you, even with a limiting physical condition, tips for maintaining an active lifestyle and how to make physical activity an enjoyable part of your life. Sex and Your Heart Heart disease doesn t have to put a damper on your sex life. See how three heart patients were able to get back that loving feeling. Procedures Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Surgery According to the American Heart Association, coronary heart disease impacts 15.5 million Americans over 20 years of age. Learn about various treatment options, tops for avoiding complications and possible readmission after a CABG procedure, and use of cardiac rehabilitation to help ensure a successful recovery. Your Heart Surgery: Realization and Repair This program, by American Heart Association, helps patients learn how to plan and prepare for your surgery. Readmission Reduction Avoiding Hospital Readmissions: Heart Attack Understanding discharge instructions and taking an active role in your care is key to your recovery at home and may help reduce the likelihood of returning to the hospital. Review the discharge checklist that explains what you need to know before you go home, and provides tips for getting back on track and improving recovery time after a heart attack. Avoiding Hospital Readmissions: Heart Failure No one wants to return to the hospital after discharge. This program reviews critical information on how to better understand discharge instructions and continue recovery at home. This program includes tips for assessing your diet, physical activity and managing medication. Deep Vein Thrombosis: Are You at Risk Deep Vein Thrombosis, or DVT, is a condition where blood clots form in the deep veins of the leg. If a clot travels through the bloodstream to the lungs, it can cause serious complications and even death. Find out the early warning signs of DVT, how hospitals work to lower DVT risk in patients, and how DVT is treated. Smoking/Cessation Quitting Tobacco Quitting tobacco is hard. Check out these tips. Stop Smoking Today Smoking can damage heart and blood vessel function and is one of the top contributing factors to heart disease. Stop Smoking Today provides an understanding of how nicotine impacts the body, its role in disease and practical ways to quit smoking forever. Former smokers talk about the struggle to overcome their nicotine addiction, and what strategies work for them. Understand how nicotine impacts the body, the role of smoking in disease, and practical ways to kick the habit forever. Stroke Exercise and Stroke Impact of Exercise on Stroke Prevention Impact of exercise on stroke prevention. 5 of 6

6 Stroke (continued) Stroke Care: Every Minute Counts In this program, we review the two major types of stroke and their effects on the body. We also explore who is at risk, how to recognize the warning signs and the importance of acting quickly. This episode also touches on stroke prevention. Stroke Recovery A stroke, or brain attack, occurs when the blood supply to the brain is cut off. Learn how quick treatment can help stroke victims, and how stroke impacts the body, mind, and speech. You ll also hear from neurologists, patients, and caregivers about recovering from stroke through a comprehensive rehabilitation program. Understanding Conditions Heart Conditions, Procedures and Medications Understanding your condition along with procedures and best practices in medication management and safety is critical to your ability to take an active role in your treatment and recovery. In this episode, we will address common cardiovascular conditions, treatments and medication. How Humidity Affects Your Heart High humidity can do more than make you sweat. Weatherman Flip Spiceland shows you why a muggy day can be hard on your heart. Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) (TV only) VTE Signs and Symptoms VTE Treatment VTE Signs and Symptoms There are about 900,000 cases of venous thromboembolism, or VTE, a year in the United States. VTE is a blood clot in the vein that requires immediate attention to avoid serious complications. That s why knowing the signs and symptoms is so important. VTE Treatment Venous thromboembolism, or VTE, is a blood clot in the vein, that requires immediate treatment to avoid serious complications. Treatments can include medications and in some cases surgery. Find out about the treatment options available. 6 of 6

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