HeartSense

03/11/2026

HeartSense is proud to provide free heart screenings at today's TRIAD Senior Citizen Workshop in Arnaudville!

🗓 Wednesday, March 11, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 102 Pine Street, Arnaudville, LA 70512

Join us and learn more about your heart health today!

03/09/2026

Today we celebrate the strength, leadership, and impact of women everywhere.

At HeartSense, we are especially grateful for the women who serve as community health advocates, students, clinicians, and leaders working to advance heart health in underserved communities. Their dedication is helping bring education, early detection, and life-saving screenings to those who might otherwise go without care.

Heart disease remains a leading cause of death for women, yet too many cases go undiagnosed until it’s too late. Through community-based outreach and innovative screening programs, HeartSense is working to change that—one screening, one conversation, and one life at a time.

03/04/2026

Aortic stenosis is treatable.

Now that we’ve explained what aortic stenosis is, let’s look at the treatment options.
When the aortic valve becomes severely narrowed, there are two primary treatment approaches:

• TAVR — a minimally invasive procedure where a new valve is placed inside the existing valve.

• SAVR — open-heart surgery where the diseased valve is removed and replaced.

Both procedures are designed to restore blood flow from the heart.

02/27/2026

Grateful to the Louisiana Blue Foundation for spotlighting HeartSense’s work to close gaps in cardiovascular care.

Structural heart disease remains underdiagnosed in at-risk communities. Expanding access requires strong partnerships and community-based screening. Thank you for investing in our impact across Louisiana.

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02/25/2026

Valvular heart disease occurs when one or more of the heart’s valves do not open or close properly, disrupting normal blood flow.

Today, we’re focusing on Aortic Stenosis — one of the most common forms of valve disease. Aortic stenosis is the narrowing of the aortic valve, which restricts blood flow from the heart to the body.

Approximately 1.6 million U.S. adults aged 60 and older are affected. Yet symptoms often emerge slowly, making them easy to dismiss as normal aging.

Common symptoms may include:
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Difficulty walking short distances
• Heart palpitations (rapid or irregular heartbeat)
• Dizziness or light-headedness
• Swollen ankles or feet

02/23/2026

Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day may have been yesterday — but the conversation cannot end there.

Nearly 7 million Americans are living with heart valve disease.¹
The prevalence increases significantly with age:
• Approximately 2% of adults age 65 and older
• More than 10% of adults age 75 and older

Many individuals may not experience symptoms until the disease has progressed.
Over the coming weeks, we’ll continue to explore the types, symptoms, and treatment options for valvular heart disease — and why early detection matters.

Awareness is important.
Understanding risk — and expanding access — changes outcomes.

02/18/2026

February is Heart Month — and awareness is only the starting point.

While national mortality statistics are well known, the burden of undiagnosed structural heart disease in community settings is often underestimated — particularly in populations disconnected from routine specialty care.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for 1 in every 5 deaths.¹ But what those numbers don’t show is how many individuals are living with heart conditions that have never been identified.

In our community screening initiatives, we have found that more than 50% of individuals identified with a structural heart condition were not engaged with the healthcare system.

Early detection changes outcomes.
Access changes trajectories.

02/08/2026

I’m proud to be part of Team Vikki and to support heart health awareness through Rosebud
Heart disease impacts so many families, and being connected to a movement focused on education, prevention, and community care truly matters. I’m honored to stand with Vikki and help amplify the importance of heart health.
Together, we’re raising

02/06/2026

HeartSense is honored to join the 46th Annual OC Black History Parade & Unity Festival tomorrow in Anaheim, California!

We will be providing FREE heart screenings as part of this powerful celebration of Black history, culture, and community.

🗓 Saturday, February 7, 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM PT
📍 Anaheim, California

01/31/2026

☕🍫 Did you know?
According to the American Heart Association, dark cocoa contains natural flavanols that have been associated with heart-healthy markers like blood vessel function and blood pressure when enjoyed in moderation.

On National Hot Chocolate Day, it’s a reminder that small, everyday moments — even enjoying something warm — can play a role in overall well-being.

Stay cozy. Stay balanced. Take care of your heart.

01/22/2026

Cold weather doesn’t mean putting your heart health on hold. When winter keeps you indoors, small daily habits can still make a big difference.

🏃‍♀️ Keep moving indoors with light stretching, chair exercises, or short activity breaks throughout the day
🥗 Choose heart-healthy meals by focusing on balanced, nourishing foods while staying warm at home
💧 Stay hydrated — colder weather can still lead to dehydration
😴 Prioritize rest and stress management to support overall heart health
🫶 Stay connected with family, friends, and your community — heart health includes emotional well-being

01/19/2026

Service.
We are committed to the words and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. every day—not just in reflection, but through action.

At HeartSense, service means expanding access to early detection, meeting people where they are, and doing the work even when it’s not easy or visible. That’s what service in action looks like.

If you’re called to serve, we invite you to volunteer with HeartSense and be part of advancing heart health and health equity in communities that need it most.

➡️ Learn more at heart-sense.org or follow along for upcoming opportunities.