Heart failure is a chronic progressive disease with over 6.5 million Americans affected, and researchers expect the number to increase to 8 million by the year 2030. Nearly all heart failure patients will have at least one hospitalization during their disease and one in four patients face readmission within 30 days of discharge.  In this…

Ever wonder how successful leaders manage to lead through change? Tune in to hear from nursing leaders from a range of care settings discuss their experiences and techniques of being agents of change during healthcare transformations over their careers. You will have the chance to submit questions to hear directly from Nancy Houston Miller RN,…

The intersecting threats of health inequities along with modifiable global risk factors for CVD (obesity, diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia) significantly increase health disparities and are critical factors in patient outcomes. Social determinants of health—ranging from insurance coverage, stress, access to healthy food and safe places for physical activity—can compound risks for CVD and related comorbidity and…

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is one of the most challenging diseases encountered in cardiology practice because of the diversity of its expression and its unpredictable clinical course. In the last two decades, HCM care has seen the development of highly effective interventions that prevent sudden death, relieve symptoms, and prevent stroke. The lecturers at this course…

Join PCNA and the Medical Alley Association for a webinar on obesity's impact on mental health. Obesity has many health implications and increases risks for cardiovascular disease, and one correlation that can’t be ignored is its bidirectional impact on mental health. Join us as we explore the ways in which obesity and mental health are…

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We're excited to be holding the 29th Annual Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium in person at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel or virtually from your home or office. The 2023 Cardiovascular Nursing Symposium will continue our tradition of combining clinically relevant content presented by world-renowned and regional experts with a vibrant atmosphere that allows you to return…