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Heart failure. Hearing those words can be scary…and misleading. "Heart failure" means that the heart is not working as well as it should. Heart "failure" occurs when the heart's pumping power is reduced. Most often, it is caused by weakening of the heart muscle, leaving it unable to pump enough blood. In heart failure there is less oxygen available in the body so energy levels decrease. Fluid build-up results from less blood flow to the kidneys, so people with heart failure may gain weight because of retaining extra fluid.

HAP members with CHF can learn more about HAP's HealthTrack CHF disease management program.

Congestive Heart Failure Information

• Heart Failure Basics
• Heart Failure and Healthy Lifestyles
• Heart Failure and Hypertension
• Heart Failure and Salt
• The Flu Shot
• The Pneumonia Vaccine
• Problem drinking
• Quitting smoking

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• Living with CHF
• ACE Inhibitors
• Digitalis
• Diuretics
• Hydralizine and Nitrates
• Cooking Tips for People with Congestive Heart Failure
• Eating Out the Low-Sodium Way
• Reading Food Labels: Sodium
• Tips to Help You Eat Less Sodium
• Exercise and CHF
• Getting Ready to Quit Smoking
• Limiting Weight Gain While You Quit Smoking
• Quitting Smoking: What to Do If You Slip
• How to Remain an Ex-Smoker

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