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Heart Health Concerns Rise as Emergency Department Numbers Drop During COVID-19 Pandemic
It is a concerning trend felt across the nation; emergency departments and urgent care centers are seeing a significant decrease in the number of patients seeking care in emergency situations. Holland Hospital has experienced a decrease in the number of patients treated in the emergency department during the COVID-19 pandemic. This is especially alarming when it is due to someone who has cardiovascular disease or is experiencing stroke or heart attack symptoms. “Getting care fast will minimize damage, a...