Blog
February 28, 2018
Top Heart Health Questions: Lovelace Provider Tells All
There is no such thing as a wrong question to ask when it comes to your heart health, and every ounce of information can help you control your risk factors for cardiovascular disease and to help you live your healthiest life. Lovelace had the opportunity to sit down with Brendan J. Cavanaugh, MD,... Read MoreFebruary 26, 2018
Taking control of your heart health
Take care of your heart by taking matters into your own hands. You have the power to keep your heart health in check outside of the doctor’s office. Below are several ways you can be proactive in maintaining a healthy heart. Do your research Does heart disease run in your family? Has a member... Read MoreFebruary 19, 2018
Take it to Heart Video
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE)– Albuquerque seniors had a chance to check up on their health. The Heart Hospital of New Mexico held a Senior Summit and Health Fair Saturday. Doctors met up with visitors and coordinated health screenings with those who asked for them. Dozens of people showed up for... Read MoreFebruary 14, 2018
Husband's Heart Saved by LVAD - A Love Story Continues
The Madrid couple didn’t know that their five hour drive to Albuquerque would lead to open-heart surgery. Arturo and his wife Pilar traveled from their cozy home in Anthony, New Mexico (located close to the border in southern NM) to seek better treatment and a recommendation for Arturo’... Read MoreJanuary 18, 2018
Should You Be Worried About This Year's Flu Outbreak?
This year’s flu season is predicted to be the worse recorded and last through April. The New Mexico Department of Health has confirmed 7 deaths from the flu and New Mexico is one of the 49 states on alert for widespread influenza activity, according to the Centers for Disease Control (... Read MoreDecember 21, 2017
Stages of Change
Creating new habits or quitting less healthy habits can be stressful. It seems like it can take all the willpower you have. There are, however, ways to rejuvenate will power and understand the change process that can make changing not appear or feel so challenging. The Transtheoretical Model or the... Read MoreDecember 14, 2017
Lovelace Health System Contributes to Local Food Pantry
Since 1989, Rio Grande Food Project (RGFP) has worked to prevent and end hunger for children, adults, and seniors throughout Albuquerque. Established in 1989 by several members of the Rio Grande Presbyterian Church, the efforts of RGFP has significantly grown ever since. The Rio Grande Food Project... Read MoreDecember 14, 2017