Apr 30, 2026 | Cardiovascular Health, Health Topics, Patient Stories
Renee Thompson has always been someone others can count on. She leads a major division for BMO Bank across North America, previously served on the Minooka District 201 school board, and currently sits on the Minooka Lions Club board. She is deeply committed to...
Dec 22, 2025 | Cardiovascular Health, Health Topics
Many people assume they will get advance warning if they develop a heart issue. In reality, coronary artery blockages can build slowly and quietly. Morris Hospital interventional cardiologist Dr. Jibran Rana notes that one of the most common early signs is chest...
Aug 6, 2025 | Cardiovascular Health, Health Topics, Senior Health
Receiving a diagnosis of “heart failure” can be daunting. Not to mention scary. After all, those two words make it sound like the heart isn’t working anymore. Fortunately that’s not the case; however, a diagnosis of heart failure does mean that the heart no longer has...
Mar 19, 2025 | Cardiovascular Health, Health Topics
How to Improve Your Heart Health From diet, to sleep, to dental exams, board-certified cardiologist Dr. Mary Menz with Morris Hospital Cardiovascular Specialists says there are a number of ways we can improve our heart health through simple lifestyle modifications....
Sep 1, 2017 | Cardiovascular Health, Health Topics, Senior Health
A stroke occurs when the brain’s blood supply is cut off or severely reduced. After several minutes without blood and oxygen, brain cells begin to die. “There are two main types of stroke,” said Dr. Isaac Mezo, Neurologist with Morris Hospital Neurology...
