Heart failure can happen in two ways. The heart muscle may become weak and enlarged (systolic dysfunction). Or, the heart muscle may become stiff (diastolic dysfunction). Learn more about these two types, their symptoms, and how heart failure impacts your body.

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Personal hygiene is about keeping your body clean and healthy. Good personal hygiene can make you less likely to become sick. It also helps you look and feel your best.

Lower your risk: Control stress. When you're stressed, your heartbeat speeds up and your blood pressure skyrockets. The next time you feel tension taking over, sit back and look at what's bothering you.

Taking care of yourself means creating a routine for things like meals, exercising, and taking medicine. But sometimes this routine is disrupted when you travel. Your healthcare team can help you work out a travel plan. Read on for some helpful tips to get you started.

Most people with heart problems, including high blood pressure, need to eat less salt, or sodium. Here are some ideas on how to do that.

When you're sick, even with just a cold, your blood sugar level may rise. Ask your health care team to help you develop a sick-day plan for controlling blood sugar. Here are some guidelines.

Insulin won't work if it's swallowed, so it must be given by injection. Your health care team will show you how to give insulin injections.

To treat a severe foot infection, you may be hospitalized. You may also be referred to doctors who specialize in treating infections. In some cases, surgery is advised. Read on to learn more.

Diabetes makes it harder for the body to heal. Even minor problems, like a blister, can become infected. If not treated, infections can spread and damage nearby tissues. Prompt treatment by your healthcare provider can help clear up infections and restore your health.