Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association
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Official Twitter of Preventive Cardiovascular Nurses Association (PCNA). Helping Nurses Shape the Future of Cardiovascular Care
Advocate. Educate. Empower. This final episode in our 3-part #CKM series explores the patient journey, emphasizing how critical it is for women to speak up, seek second opinions, and access gender-specific care. bit.ly/3FIf972 #HearttoHeartNurses
Early detection of obstructive sleep apnea can change outcomes for cardiovascular health.😴 Gain practical insights into current diagnostic tools, treatment options, and strategies to improve access & equity in OSA care with our on-demand course ➡️bit.ly/4o6B0Xa

Announcing a new online toolkit to support cholesterol lowering care! Guidelines for #cholesterol management have been around for years, but gaps in care persist. Check out this digital toolkit and step up your game in cholesterol management! 🧰 bit.ly/3H4IJ7g

Social isolation isn’t just a social issue—it’s a cardiovascular risk factor. This article from PCNA explores how nurses are uniquely positioned to identify and address loneliness in clinical care. 📖 Read: bit.ly/3DINZvn

We’re trained to spot cardiac symptoms. But what if the real warning signs are emotional? 🎧 Heart to Heart podcast: 🧠 Mental health & cardiovascular disease 💡 Whole-person care starts with deeper questions. Listen now: bit.ly/3T0KmGA

“I wanted to host a heart health event, but didn’t know where to start.” 💬 That’s why we created the CVD Screening & Awareness Toolkit—by CV nurses, for CV nurses. ✔️ Planning guides ✔️ Flyers & forms ✔️ Outreach templates 🫀 Get it here: loom.ly/WOyqjY8

Empowerment, education, and emotional support: DNP Erum Jiva shares her “3 E’s & 3 P’s” approach to coaching for prevention. Learn practical tips to motivate patients and prioritize your own self-care. bit.ly/3HqXOQF
Think your patients’ caffeine habits aren’t affecting their sleep? Think again. Explore how caffeine accumulates in the body, how metabolism varies by age, genetics, and liver function, and how caffeine can compromise restorative sleep. Read on: bit.ly/3Goz3Ez

Confidently evaluate chest pain with this free 1.0 CE course. Strengthen your clinical judgment with a review of the latest guidelines and strategies to distinguish cardiac from non-cardiac causes, especially in stable patients. bit.ly/44o5mv0

“If a patient presents with obesity or diabetes — think CKM.” In this second episode of our three-part #CKM series, Chloé Villavaso @CNS_APRN explains how social determinants like zip code and renal function can shape cardiovascular outcomes. Listen here: bit.ly/4mSyR0M
Join our partners @NatTgAlliance on July 1 (12PM ET) for a free 1-hour webinar on diagnosing + managing severe hypertriglyceridemia (sHTG). Case reviews + Q&A w/ @SethJBaumMD & @lipiddoc Register now: nta.ampstream.io/nta1 #sHTG #Triglycerides

CKM syndrome isn’t just complex—it’s urgent. #CKM syndrome is a health crisis that demands a team-based approach. In the first episode of a 3-part series, discover how nurse-led interventions can change the trajectory of cardiovascular health. bit.ly/3Szkel3
Prevent the next event, together. 💙 We're proud to partner with @DignityHealth and @WomenHeartOrg for an educational event on secondary prevention of #heartattack and #stroke. Let's turn guidelines into life-saving practice!

With #obesity and #CVD colliding to create a growing public health crisis, this Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing column is a powerful call to action for cardiovascular nurses to lead the charge: bit.ly/440SA5N

Susan Halli Demeter @SusanHD3 and Kim Newlin @KimPcna represented PCNA at ACNAP Congress, presenting two sessions on transformational leadership. #ACNAP2025

Burnout isn't just a buzzword—it’s a clinical crisis. Join us on July 16 for the⚡lightning talk, Innovative Strategies to Empower Nurses and Combat Burnout, and earn 1.5 CE contact hours. bit.ly/3Tie1Ks

What role does #genotype play in cardiovascular outcomes? Learn how the haptoglobin 2,2 genotype is linked to significantly increased CV risk - up to 5x higher in people with diabetes in this Heart to Heart Nurses episode with Dr. Emily Mewborn bit.ly/4m6QVDL
It’s #SVTAwarenessDay — the perfect time to spotlight conditions like paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia. Tune into this episode as Dr. Kathryn Wood dives into the pathophysiology, symptoms, and disparities in diagnosing and treating #PSVT. bit.ly/46PCGdI

So, who's caring for you? Learn how to foster resilience, find balance, and support your well-being in our free CE course: Reflecting on Well-Being: Focus on the Health of Nurses. Invest in yourself to care better for others: bit.ly/4kyX7D3

PCNA joined the national conversation on protecting the health safety net for older adults. CEO Sue Koob spoke on @Aging_Research’s panel, urging support for #Medicaid, workforce programs & preventive care to prevent care gaps & worsening heart health. #Nursing Workforce
