Heart failure affects millions of Americans and is often caused by high blood pressure, obesity and coronary artery disease. People with this syndrome have a heart that does not pump blood well, depriving the body of oxygenated blood. They may experience symptoms that include: swelling in the feet, ankles and abdomen, shortness of breath, fatigue, weight gain and a cough. On this episode of the Hurley in the Morning show, Dionne Bademosi, APN discusses heart failure – fact or fiction. She dispels common myths and shares facts about this syndrome.

Types of heart failure, stages of heart failure, treatments, devices and procedures to treat heart failure are discussed. She shares tips on prevention of heart failure by managing risk factors, eating a healthy diet and getting regular exercise. With the right treatment, lifestyle changes, and ongoing care, people with heart failure may manage their conditions and maintain a good quality of life for many years.