The host of the HF Module is Jerry Johnson, MD , Professor, Medicine, University of Pennsylvania. The creators of Turtle Springs gratefully Acknowledge his support in the creation of this module. Sometimes, but not always, fluid accumulates in the lung causing congestion. Three million Americans have HF, and a half million new cases are diagnosed each year. Milder stages of heart failure have a longer survival.
Older adults are at increasing risk of developing heart failure.
Heart failure is a chronic, not a temporary, disease. If you are diagnosed with HF, you should continue seeing your doctor regularly, taking your medicines, and living a healthy lifestyle, even after your symptoms improve. The Institute on Aging and the Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania. The information provided on this site is general information and is not advice. If you have a question or need advice, please see your doctor, social worker, or other professionals.