geriatric heart disease

Geriatric Heart Disease Treatments in Berkeley Heights

For seniors, the single most frequent cause of death is cardiovascular disease. In this age group, the disease causes considerable suffering and disability. Although geriatric heart disease treatments continue to improve, the rapid increase in our aging population presents many public health challenges. It’s important, however, to distinguish between heart disease (conditions affecting the heart)…

COVID-19 and heart disease

COVID-19 & Heart Disease: Protecting Seniors in Union County

As COVID-19 outbreaks rise among seniors, heart organizations are stepping in to protect heart disease patients. In its most recent update (May 7, 2020), the American Heart Association detailed joint efforts with national and global experts to fight both COVID-19 and heart disease. To date, the AHA has dedicated $2.5 million dollars towards understanding “COVID-19…