February is American Heart Month!

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Heart disease—or cardiovascular disease—claims more lives than any other illness. In fact, it is the No. 1 killer of men and women in the U.S. Its far-reaching effects touch many lives in many ways.

At Mercy Medical Center you will find award-winning care based on evidence-based and quality measurement practices, as well as state-of-the-art technology, compassionate care and skilled, knowledgeable staff trained in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart conditions, cardiovascular disease, as well as stroke, circulatory problems and respiratory conditions.

To celebrate your heart health this month—and every month, for that matter—we’ve put together some helpful information and resources:

Screenings: Important screenings that can make a difference.

Prevention tips: Tips to help you be proactive about your health

Warning signs: Do you know the signs? Click here to find out.

Treatment options: When heart disease affects you, you’re in good hands at Mercy Medical Center.

Resources: Click here for additional heart resources.

For more information, please call our Katz Cardiovascular Center at 319-221-8500.

Did you know?

Mercy Medical Center was awarded three Gold Achievement Awards by the American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines Quality InitiativeSM for outstanding care of patients with Heart Failure, Coronary Artery Disease and Stroke – all three modules of the program.

These awards signify that Mercy follows proven evidence-based guidelines and procedures for care of heart and stroke patients in order to prevent future hospitalization. Hospitals must have completed two or more years of participation at 85% or higher adherence to all performance measures to receive a Gold Award. The GWTG program helps ensure that the hospital’s treatment of coronary artery disease, heart failure or stroke is aligned with the most current scientific guidelines and evidence-based treatments and therapies.

Click here to learn more about the American Heart Association Get With the Guidelines InitiativeSM