Heart disease is the #1 killer of both men and women, but it is preventable. Cardiovascular diseases kill nearly 1 in 3 women each year. That's approximately one woman every 80 seconds. Fortunately, we can change that because 80% of cardiac and stroke events may be prevented with education and action.
American Heart Month is a time when The Christ Hospital Health Network looks to educate the community about heart disease and how you can improve your odds. Maintaining a healthy weight and blood pressure, quitting tobacco, and getting regular weekly exercise can help lower your risk of developing heart disease.
Featured Articles
A local woman shares how her newborn son helped to unravel a heart disease mystery spanning at least three generations, and Dr. Ankit Bhat details the rapid growth of HCM treatments.
A heart failure diagnosis can bring a wave of emotions and a lot of questions. Dr. Ramesh Emani shares why people are living longer with heart failure, and the innovations happening right here in Cincinnati to improve quality of life.
Patti Hutton felt something was wrong with her heart for more than a decade. She finally started getting real answers to her questions after getting a second opinion with the team at The Christ Hospital Heart & Vascular Institute.
For years, many women with microvascular disease have been told their heart symptoms are psychological. See how one woman's 16-year quest for answers finally lead to a proper diagnosis and treatment at The Christ Hospital Women's Heart Center.
With a lot of love, and a little Springsteen, heart transplant recipient Terri Cecere and husband George reflect on the gift of life, and the innovations in heart failure treatment that have taken them on an amazing journey.
Robotic Surgery Helps with Staying 'Young at Heart'
For Ken Wulfeck, robotic surgery with J. Michael Smith, MD, resulted in an excellent repair and a swift recovery. Read how this helped him stay 'young at heart'.
Young or old, heart issues can strike more often than many women realize. Women's heart health expert Odayme Quesada, MD, shares what to watch.
Though heart palpitations can be scary, they are usually harmless. Learn what causes them and when it's time to call your doctor.
After learning about her family's history with heart disease, Q102 radio personality Jennifer Fritsch wanted to learn more about genetic counseling and testing. Read what she learned from Bryana Rivers, genetic counselor.
When 700 WLW afternoon host Bill Cunningham found out he needed a new aortic valve, he had two options for treatment. The best one was at The Christ Hospital.
CPR performed by a trained bystander increases a person's chance of surviving cardiac arrest. We have the facts about CPR and AEDs.
You’re never too young to start taking care of your heart health. B-105’s Anna talks to preventative cardiologist Dr. Joel Forman about steps to take now for a heart-healthy future.
Have you ever heard pregnancy described as a woman’s first stress test? Q102’s Jennifer Fritsch talks to women’s heart expert Dr. Odayme Quesada about protecting the heart during pregnancy, and how current moms can join a study to protect women’s hearts.
Heart in the News
Tierra, a mother of two young children, shares why she was "one decision away from dying," and the symptoms she recognized to become a heart attack survivor.
Odayme Quesada, MD, sits down with Fox 19's Lauren Minor to discuss why heart disease remains the #1 killer of women.
High blood pressure in pregnancy has lasting effects on heart health, says lead author Odayme Quesada, MD, cardiologist and medical director of the Women's Heart Center at The Christ Hospital in Cincinnati.prevent future heart disease.
A first-of-its-kind surgery is being performed as part of a clinical trial at The Lindner Research Center at The Christ Hospital. The minimally invasive surgery is designed to treat severe native aortic regurgitation and AR-dominant mixed aortic valve disease.
Dozens of Hamilton County cruisers have now been equipped with AEDs thanks to Project Heart ReStart, but that's just the beginning as the effort is underway to raise funds to equip crusiers throughout the county with the lifesaving devices.
New research shows a possible connection between good cholesterol and the risk of memory problems or dementia. Cardiologists at The Christ Hospital are sharing what to know about it to reduce risk.
Cardiologists say most heart events are preventable and that small changes add up to big results. The American Heart Association recommends “Life’s Essential 8," - some of the most significant steps to improve and maintain cardiovascular health.
Not only is frostbite or hypothermia a risk during this kind of weather the cold can also impact your heart. While people with high-risk factors could suffer more easily in this cold weather, everyone is at risk of heart troubles.
More than three months into her recovery, meet the recipient of this historic surgery.
Black American adults were 40 percent more likely to have high blood pressure, but they are less likely than non-Hispanic white Americans to have their blood pressure under control.
“It’s usually linked to an emotional or physical stress. It can be from an accident, or someone loses a spouse or partner, and has an emotional or physical stress,” said Dr. Dean Kereiakes with The Christ Hospital Heart and Vascular Institute.
From pain after chest compressions to the need to build back stamina, interventional cardiologist Dr. Puvi Seshiah says once patients are out of the crisis stage after a heart event, they begin the real healing.
Featured Events
American Heart Association Heart Mini-Marathon & Walk
Sunday, March 17 | Downtown Cincinnati
Join a team with The Christ Hospital Health Network or start your own team. When you join Heart Walk, you join more than a million people in 300+ cities across America in taking a stand against heart disease and helping to save lives.
Go Red for Women Breakfast and League of Our Own Experience
Wednesday, May 1 | Great American Ball Park
The Go Red for Women event experience focuses on connection and engagement - fostering an atmosphere of interaction and networking at every turn. It is important to recognize how far we’ve come – and how much we can still accomplish. There is still so much work to be done. The future of our children, friends, family and the next generation of survivors, are counting on us.
Featured Services
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Assess and identify your risk for heart problems today. Also find out your "heart age" - is your heart older than you are?
The Christ Hospital Women's Heart Center is looking for women who have given birth in the past 2 - 10 years who were diagnosed with preeclampsia for a clinical research study into the effects of preeclampsia on heart structure and function.
When it's your heart, it's worth accessing the region's experts. A second opinion can help ease your mind by discussing your diagnosis with a specialist in your specific condition and understanding all of the treatment options available.
The symptoms and progression of cardiovascular conditions like heart attacks and heart failure can be very different in women than men. They require in-depth knowledge for correct diagnosis and treatment. Our Women's Heart Center takes a comprehensive approach to women's heart and vascular health that includes excellent cardiac medical care, education, community outreach and research.