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Advanced Island Care Inc Exceptional Heart Care for your well being plus Diagnostic Testing and Consultation with specialists.

💚 World Kidney Day 2026 💚Today we observe World Kidney Day, celebrated this year under the theme:“Kidney Health for All ...
12/03/2026

💚 World Kidney Day 2026 💚

Today we observe World Kidney Day, celebrated this year under the theme:
“Kidney Health for All – Caring for People, Protecting the Planet.” 🌍💚

Did you know:
🔹 1 in 10 people worldwide is living with chronic kidney disease.
🔹 Many people do not know they have kidney disease because it often develops silently in the early stages.
🔹 Kidney disease also increases the risk of heart disease and cardiovascular complications.

Your heart and kidneys work closely together to keep your body healthy, which is why protecting one helps protect the other. ❤️💚

🩺 Take steps to protect your kidney and heart health:
• Control blood pressure
• Manage diabetes
• Stay active
• Eat a balanced diet
• Get regular health checkups

👩🏾‍🤝‍👩🏼👩🏻‍🤝‍👩🏽International Women’s Day 2026. "Give to Gain" Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and impact of ...
09/03/2026

👩🏾‍🤝‍👩🏼👩🏻‍🤝‍👩🏽International Women’s Day 2026. "Give to Gain"
Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and impact of women around the world.

It’s also a reminder that heart disease remains the No. 1 killer of women, responsible for 1 in 3 deaths globally. At the same time, we celebrate the incredible women in medicine who continue to lead, heal, and inspire the next generation.

Women often care for everyone around them. Empowering women means:
✔ Advancing healthcare
✔ Raising awareness
✔ Protecting heart health

Healthy Women build Healthy Commumities ❤️

05/03/2026

🫀 What is a 24-Hour Holter Monitor Test?
A Holter monitor is a small portable device that continuously records your heart’s electrical activity for 24 hours or longer while you go about your normal daily routine.

Unlike a standard ECG done in the clinic, this test allows doctors to monitor your heart rhythm over an extended period, helping detect irregular heartbeats that may not appear during a short test. This provides a more complete picture of how your heart functions throughout the day and night.

🔎 A Holter test can help detect:
• Irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias)
• Palpitations or unexplained dizziness
• Episodes of fast or slow heart rate
• Silent heart rhythm abnormalities
• Possible causes of fainting or unexplained fatigue

🩺 Holter monitoring is available at If you’ve been experiencing symptoms such as palpitations, dizziness, or chest discomfort, speak with your doctor about whether this test may be right for you.

Monitoring your heart today can help prevent problems tomorrow. ❤️

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03/03/2026

🫀 Heart Failure vs. Heart Attack, Do You Know the Difference? These two conditions are often confused, but they are not the same.

❤️ Heart Failure is a chronic condition where the heart becomes weak and cannot pump blood efficiently. It can lead to fluid buildup, shortness of breath, fatigue, and swelling in the body.

🚨 Heart Attack is a sudden event caused by a blocked artery that stops blood flow to part of the heart muscle. It often presents with chest pain or pressure, sweating, nausea, and dizziness. It requires immediate medical attention.

Both are serious. Both require medical care. But early detection, proper management, and healthy lifestyle choices can significantly reduce your risk. Your heart works for you every second, protect it. ❤️

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🎉 Congratulations! 🎓Last week, We were incredibly proud to celebrate two outstanding young women who reached important m...
27/02/2026

🎉 Congratulations! 🎓
Last week, We were incredibly proud to celebrate two outstanding young women who reached important milestones in their professional journeys after successfully completing their training as a Medical Administrative Assistant through the Local Engagement and Action Fund (LEAF) Project, generously funded by the Government of Canada 🇨🇦.

This powerful initiative is dedicated to empowering youth through skills training and education, and we are honored to see its impact reflected in the growth, dedication, and achievement of Aleya Dalrymple and Stacey Rolle , who also completed her internship with us, applying her knowledge, gaining valuable hands-on experience and contributing meaningfully to our team at the clinic.

Congratulations to you both. Your hardwork and dedication are truly commendable. We look forward to all the great things ahead as you continue to grow and serve with excellence. 🌟

18/02/2026

🩺 Do you really know your blood pressure?
A single reading doesn’t always tell the full story. Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring (ABPM) provides continuous blood pressure measurements over 24 hours during daily activities and sleep giving a more accurate picture of your heart health. This allows clinicians to identify patterns that office readings may miss including nighttime hypertension and white-coat hypertension.

✔️ Detects hidden or masked hypertension
✔️ Evaluates treatment effectiveness
✔️ Helps reduce heart attack and stroke risk

📍Ask us about ABPM at and take control of your blood pressure.



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15/02/2026

🫀 Congenital Heart Defects Awareness: Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD) 🫀

We’ve reached the most common congenital heart defect in our countdown: Ventricular Septal Defect (VSD).

🔹 VSD occurs in about 1 in 240 babies born in the U.S.
🔹 It accounts for 20-30% of all congenital heart defects.
🔹 Small VSDs may close on their own, but larger defects can lead to heart failure, lung problems, and developmental delays if untreated.

VSD is a hole in the wall (septum) between the heart’s lower chambers (ventricles). This allows oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood to mix, making the heart work harder. Symptoms depend on the size of the defect and may include:

💨 Shortness of breath
🍼 Difficulty feeding in infants
💓 Heart murmurs

🩺 Treatment options:
✔️ Small VSDs may close naturally.
✔️ Larger VSDs may require medication, catheter-based closure, or open-heart surgery to prevent complications.

💙 Help spread awareness by sharing this post! Thank you for joining us this week to learn about CHDs. Together, we can make a difference!



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14/02/2026

🫀 Congenital Heart Defects Awareness: Atrial Septal Defect (ASD) 🫀

Next in our countdown of the 7 most common congenital heart defects is Atrial Septal Defect (ASD), a condition where a hole exists between the heart’s upper chambers (atria).

🔹 ASD occurs in about 1 in 1,859 babies born in the U.S.
🔹 It accounts for about 10% of all congenital heart defects.
🔹 Small ASDs may close on their own, but larger defects can lead to heart failure, stroke, or arrhythmias later in life if untreated.

This hole allows oxygen-rich blood to mix with oxygen-poor blood, making the heart work harder. Many children with ASD have no symptoms, but larger defects can cause shortness of breath, fatigue, or heart palpitations.

🩺 Treatment options:
✔️ Small ASDs may close naturally.
✔️ Larger ASDs may require a catheter procedure or open-heart surgery to prevent complications.

💙 Help spread awareness by sharing this post! Stay tuned as we continue our CHD series.



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13/02/2026

🫀 Congenital Heart Defects Awareness: Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) 🫀

Continuing our countdown of the 7 most common congenital heart defects, today we’re highlighting Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA).

🔸️ PDA occurs in about 1 in 2,000 full-term babies but is more common in premature infants.
🔸️ It accounts for 5-10% of all congenital heart defects.
🔸️ If left untreated, PDA can lead to heart failure, lung problems, or high blood pressure in the lungs.

Before birth, a blood vessel called the ductus arteriosus allows blood to bypass the lungs. After birth, this vessel should close on its own. In PDA, it remains open, causing abnormal blood flow between the aorta and pulmonary artery.

Treatment depends on size:
🍼 Small PDAs may close on their own.
💊 Medication can help premature babies.
🩺 Large PDAs may require a catheter procedure or surgery.

❤️ Help spread awareness by sharing this post! Stay tuned for more CHD facts this week.



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12/02/2026

🫀 Congenital Heart Defects Awareness: Tetralogy of Fallot 🫀

Next on our countdown of the 7 most common congenital heart defects is Tetralogy of Fallot (TOF), a complex CHD that includes four heart defects in one.

🔹 TOF occurs in about 1 in 2,500 newborns.
🔹 It accounts for about 7-10% of all congenital heart defects.
🔹 Babies with TOF may have low oxygen levels, causing a bluish tint to the skin (cyanosis).

TOF consists of:
1️⃣ Pulmonary stenosis – Narrowing of the pulmonary valve
2️⃣ Ventricular septal defect (VSD) – A hole between the heart’s lower chambers
3️⃣ Overriding aorta – The aorta is positioned over both ventricles instead of just the left
4️⃣ Right ventricular hypertrophy – Thickening of the right ventricle due to overwork

Surgery is required early in life, and with proper treatment, most individuals live full and active lives! 💙

Help spread awareness by sharing this post! Stay tuned for more CHD facts this week.



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11/02/2026

🫀 Congenital Heart Defects Awareness: Coarctation of the Aorta 🫀

Continuing our countdown of the 7 most common congenital heart defects, today we’re highlighting Coarctation of the Aorta (CoA).

🔸️ CoA affects about 1 in 2,500 newborns in the U.S.
🔸️ It accounts for 5-8% of all congenital heart defects.
🔸️ If left untreated, it can lead to high blood pressure, heart failure, or stroke later in life.

CoA is a narrowing of the aorta, the main artery that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the body. This forces the heart to work harder, leading to potential complications. Early detection is crucial, and treatment may involve surgery or balloon angioplasty.

❤️ Help spread awareness by sharing this post! Stay tuned as we continue our CHD awareness series.



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10/02/2026

🫀 Congenital Heart Defects Awareness: Pulmonary Stenosis 🫀

Next on our countdown of the 7 most common congenital heart defects is Pulmonary Stenosis (PS).

🔹 Pulmonary stenosis affects about 1 in 2,800 newborns in the U.S.
🔹 It accounts for about 8-10% of all congenital heart defects.
🔹 In mild cases, symptoms may not appear, but severe cases can lead to fatigue, shortness of breath, and heart failure if untreated.

Pulmonary stenosis occurs when the pulmonary valve is too narrow, making it harder for blood to flow from the heart to the lungs. Treatment depends on severity, with some cases requiring balloon valvuloplasty or surgery.

💙 Early detection is key! Share this post to help spread awareness and support CHD warriors. Stay tuned as we continue our CHD series!



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