Do you tire out quickly while walking? It is difficult for you to go up stairs without taking a break? Does your heart sometimes race or flutter? This could be a sign that you have atrial fibrillation. Atrial Fibrillation (AFib for short) is a little known electrical problem of the heart that isn’t
Have you noticed your feet, ankles, and legs are swollen? Do you feel pain or numbness in legs or feet when you try to stand up after sitting for a period of time? While swelling in the feet can occur due to a number of reasons, it does not always mean that a person has a serious medical condition
WHEN IT COMES TO MATTERS OF THE HEART, TIME IS MUSCLE. DON’T DELAY THE LIFESTYLE CHANGES THAT WILL KEEP YOU HEALTHY. We spoke with Mouhanad Freih, MD, about the heart-healthy pivots you can make and Beebe Healthcare’s dedication to always improving care. Dr. Freih is board certified in
Rich Hoffheins is not the sort to sit around. During his career in Washington, D.C., Rich not only worked full time for the federal government, he also performed with the Washington National Opera, played the French horn, and was an avid jogger. “I’ve always had two or three jobs, ever since high
Your heart is responsible for powering your body and keeping your blood flowing throughout your system. It's an important job, so it is just as important to take care of your heart. Dr. Rajinder Prasad, MD, board certified cardiologist, emphasizes that many people do not know they have heart issues
Minimally Invasive TAVR Procedure Replaces Aortic Valve There’s a new alternative open-heart surgery in Sussex County for those suffering from aortic valve stenosis. Beebe Healthcare has launched the county’s first transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) program. TAVR is a minimally invasive
It was a warm September day – the perfect day to go for a swim in the ocean. Stu Bruce woke up early, loaded up his car, and headed for the Tower Road beach where he swims several times a week during warmer months. He felt great and was excited to enjoy the morning swim. He dropped his chair, towel
Celebrate Excellent Care | The best hospital experience I have ever had in my life! By David SzumskiBill McManus’ story starts several years ago with a diagnosis of atrial fibrillation. “My brother was first in our family to be diagnosed with aFib and he told me that I should see his cardiac
Dinah Reath had a heart attack after teaching the first of her two aquatic exercise classes at the Sussex Family YMCA, where she has taught water exercise for many years. Always active and fit, Dinah said, “I never, ever thought I would have a heart attack, having been told my only risk was my age
