A Matter of the Heart: Cardiology Experts Available for Comment

Friday, February 02, 2007

WHAT: February is American Heart Month – a great opportunity to inform both men and women of the prevention and care resources available to manage risks and issues.

WHY: Several timely subjects that could be the basis for a compelling educational story:

• Sudden cardiac death – Known as the “electrical” heart attack – who is at risk and how can it be prevented?
• Cardiac risk factors for people under age 50 – Know what tests to have, and how to manage risks
• Time is muscle – Getting to a full service emergency center (with a state-of-the-art catheterization laboratory), at the first sign of trouble, can mean the difference between a full recovery with none or limited damage, or severe damage.
• Living well with chronic heart disease – Comprehensive treatment programs can offer new hope and a return from debilitation

WHO: New York Hospital Queens cardiac experts are available for comment and to provide information on trends, new research and innovative procedures.

BACKGROUND: New York Hospital Queens Heart & Vascular Center provides comprehensive cardiovascular services. It is one of only two programs in this borough of 2.3 million offering the full spectrum of care and treatment, including angioplasty, stenting and cardiac surgery.