Picture from Heart Foundation - NZ ❤️ Understanding Aortic Aneurysms An aortic aneurysm  occurs when a section of the aorta —the main artery that carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body—becomes weakened and begins to bulge or stretch . Over time, this bulge can grow larger and, in severe cases, may rupture, which is a life-threatening emergency. 📍 Types of Aortic Aneurysms There are two main types, based on where they occur: • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA):  

✨ New year. Same body. Still worthy of movement. ✨ As we step into a new year, let’s remind ourselves of something powerful: Your body doesn’t need to change to deserve care, respect, or movement. Movement doesn’t have to look a certain way. It doesn’t have to be fast, intense, or impressive. And it definitely doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s. Maybe it’s 🐢 slow and steady 🕺 joyful and expressive 😴 intentional rest and recovery 🚶‍♀️ gentle, consistent progress Whate

Have you visited Aortic Hope's YouTube AHTV? 🎥 Check out the AHTV Live Q&A with Dr. Adham Ahmed and Carin Andersen, where we’ll dive into an important and often confusing topic: 💬 Who’s on your Aortic Team? We’ll break down: 🫀 What a hypertension specialist does 👩‍⚕️ The difference between a primary care physician and a cardiologist 🔪 Cardiothoracic vs. vascular surgeons — who does what and when 🤝 How all these clinicians work together to support you through diagnosis,

💙 Movement for Movement Monday 💙 The hardest part isn’t the workout. It’s the decision to start. It has power over the brain. That tiny moment between thinking about moving and actually moving — that’s where the battle happens. So here’s your trick: 👉 The Two-Minute Rule. Tell yourself, “I’m already doing it.” Not “I should move,” but “I’m moving now.” Because the moment you decide, you shift your brain from hesitation to action. You stop negotiating with yourself — and ju

Did you know that aortic disease can run in families—even when it doesn’t look obvious? Genetics play a HUGE role, and sometimes the...

Ever hear of the 5 Second Rule? Not the food one 😅 — the Mel Robbins one. Here’s how it works: When you feel yourself hesitate, count...

🌀 Movement for Movement Monday Do you ever notice how the more you sit, the heavier your body feels—and the harder it becomes to get up?...

It's #TopicTuesday 🚨 *Flying with Aortic Aneurysm or After Aortic Dissection: Know the Risks 💔* If you have an aortic aneurysm 🩺 or...

🧠 Let’s be honest. If nothing changes— ❌ Nothing. Will. Change. You say you want to feel better. Move better. Live longer. But let’s...

When you hear about open-heart surgery or major aortic repair, one mysterious but life-saving device often enters the conversation: the...

🌎As a globally-recognized organization, we are always happy to support THINK AORTA. 🎉THINK AORTA US created the Global Think Aorta...

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Are ready to ACE your Healthcare Journey! ❤️Most of us view our relationship with our clinicians as: -Tell them what is wrong -They tell...

🎉 After a full year of hard work and dedication from Aortic Hope, our Hope Ambassadors, medical students, clinical consultants, patient...

Roses are red, The skies are blue, Get up and move— Your body needs you. One small step is where it begins; each little motion is a quiet...

🎉 After a full year of hard work and dedication from Aortic Hope, our Hope Ambassadors, medical students, clinical consultants, patient...

💙 Movement for Movement Monday 💙 Upping Your Steps, Uplifting Your Spirit!! Every step counts. Whether it's a few extra steps around...

The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and something about spring just makes it feel like a fresh start. 🌱☀️ There’s a quiet...

Small Movements Add Up!! Good news: You don’t need to deadlift your couch to be active.  In fact, the small things—stretching while...

Other than work... What do you do? Breaking news:  Your body is smarter than you think … but also kinda lazy. It adapts to the movements...