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Cardiac arrhythmias (or heart arrhythmias) are abnormal heart rhythms that result from disruptions in the heart’s electrical system, causing the heart to beat too fast, too slow, or irregularly. While some arrhythmias are harmless, others can lead to serious complications such as stroke, heart failure, or sudden cardiac arrest, making early detection and management critical. 

At Signify Health, a CVS Health® company, our mission is to build trusted relationships to make people healthier. Our national network of more than 12,000 clinicians works to help people gain a more comprehensive view of their health by conducting In-Home Health Evaluations (IHEs). During an IHE, clinicians identify chronic conditions, close gaps in care, and address social determinants of health, making it possible for health plan members to get connected to the right care for their unique needs.

American Heart Month is an annual observance held every February to raise awareness about cardiovascular health and encourage individuals, families and communities to adopt heart-healthy habits.

 As part of the In-Home Health Evaluation (IHE), Signify Health can help accelerate heart arrhythmia detection and intervention by applying a continuous ECG monitor, a device not routinely administered in the  primary care setting yet proven to be twice as effective as a Holter monitor.

Throughout my career as a clinician, I have seen firsthand the concerns and challenges that cognitive issues give older adults. They fear they’ll lose their memory, their independence, and become a burden to their loved ones. The questions they ask most often are if their “forgetfulness” is just natural aging, or if they’re developing a form of dementia. They are often scared of the answer because they think there is little they can do about it.