News

  • Sovah Health Welcomes Dr. Miguel Aguinaga, Thoracic & Vascular Surgeon

    March 01, 2022

    Sovah Health announced that Miguel Aguinaga, MD, FACS, has joined its medical staff and will be seeing patients at Sovah Surgical Specialists located at 109 Bridge Street in Danville. Dr. Aguinaga specializes in Thoracic & Vascular Surgery and is a Board-certified Thoracic surgeon.

    Learn more
  • Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart

    February 28, 2022

    Thank you for joining us on this 28-day journey of heart health. We hope you’ve found it helpful and that you’ve learned something about your heart that you may not have known before.

    Learn more
  • Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom

    February 27, 2022

    You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t.

    Learn more
  • Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health

    February 26, 2022

    You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you.

    Learn more
  • Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life

    February 25, 2022

    When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come.

    Learn more
  • Heart Health at Any Age

    February 24, 2022

    Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today.

    Learn more
  • Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!

    February 23, 2022

    As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity.

    Learn more
  • Extraordinary Nurse Recognized at Sovah Health - Danville

    February 22, 2022

    Lisa Chilton, LPN of Sovah Health – Danville was honored today with The DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation's programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. 

    Learn more
  • We Heart Dessert

    February 22, 2022

    How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence.

    Learn more
  • Sleeping Beauty

    February 21, 2022

    Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the health of your mind and body.

    Learn more
  • Your Once-A-Year Day: Annual Screenings are Good for Your Heart

    February 20, 2022

    Playing an active role in your preventive health is a key factor in preventing heart disease and managing your risk factors for heart problems.

    Learn more
  • It Does That? Fun Facts About Your Hard-Working Heart

    February 19, 2022

    Your heart is one hard-working muscle – a fascinating, giant pump that’s working every second of every minute of every day.

    Learn more
  • How to Have a Heart-to-Heart about Health

    February 18, 2022

    Understanding the risk factors, signs and symptoms of heart disease can have a big impact on the likelihood of a positive outcome and a strong recovery when issues arise.

    Learn more
  • How Weight Weighs on Your Heart

    February 17, 2022

    Many of us have made New Years resolutions to lose weight, eat healthier and exercise. When we don’t always follow through, it’s not because we don’t want to be healthier.

    Learn more
  • Heart Health Starts at Home

    February 16, 2022

    After a long day, it’s easy to put your feet up and grab the remote. This may help you unwind, but it won’t do your heart any favors.

    Learn more
  • Give Your Brown Bag a Boost

    February 15, 2022

    You’re at work. It’s lunchtime. Your brown bag lunch is waiting for you in the fridge. Maybe it’s two-day-old meatloaf. Maybe it’s a turkey sandwich. Either way, you’re not too thrilled about it.

    Learn more
  • How Healthy is Your Heart?

    February 14, 2022

    Your heart is one of the hardest working parts of your body. It’s also one of the most threatened. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. – about one in four deaths. Additionally, in the U.S., someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds. And about one in five of those heart attacks is silent – meaning you may not be aware of damage to your heart that is happening or has already taken place.

    Learn more
  • Time Out: Does Your Heart Need a Break?

    February 14, 2022

    You wake up early, start making breakfast and lunches so you can get the kids fed, dressed and ready for the school day. Follow that with eight or more hours at work, sandwiched between any other obligations you may have. Once you finally get to the end of the day, there’s still dinner to be made, dishes to be cleaned and baths to be taken. Whew. Sound like a…

    Learn more
  • Take as Directed: Talking to Your Doctor About Medications

    February 13, 2022

    An important step in taking charge of your health is speaking with your healthcare provider about medications you are taking, including its favorable results and any potential side effects. As you age and experience life changes – including having a baby, undergoing surgery or experiencing other health events, finding the right medications for you is a crucial…

    Learn more
  • A Happy Heart is a Healthy Heart

    February 12, 2022

    You’ve heard the phrase, “Laughter is the best medicine,” right? There might be more truth to it than you think. Not only is laughter free, but research shows that laughing can strengthen your immune system, boost your energy, alleviate pain and protect you from the damaging effects of stress. How, you might ask? Laughter relaxes the whole body. A…

    Learn more