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Managing heart failure can be a challenge, and your partner or relative may not be able to do it alone. Physically, they may not be able to handle all the tasks they once could. The diet and lifestyle changes their doctor recommends may be confusing. On top of this, the number of medicines they may need to take can be overwhelming at first.

You and other family members and friends can provide a much-needed source of care and support in these areas. Click below to read about some simple things that you can do to help your partner or relative adjust to life with heart failure.

Managing medicines
Diet
Activity and exercise

 

 

 
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