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Chicago’s Silent Epidemic
Heart Failure & Chronic Wounds - A Crisis Hiding in Plain Sight
Heart disease and heart failure aren’t just national health threats, they’re impacting lives here in Chicago every single day. While these conditions may not always make headlines, the numbers tell a powerful story. And behind every number is a person struggling to heal.
A Growing, Overlooked Crisis
6.7 million adults in the U.S. currently live with chronic heart failure
That number is projected to reach 8.5 million by 2030
1 in 4 Americans will develop heart failure in their lifetime
In 2022 alone, over 457,000 death certificates listed heart failure
Cardiovascular disease kills 1 person every 34 seconds in the U.S.
These numbers are not just statistics, they reflect a growing, aging population with increasing risk for complications like chronic wounds.
The Cost of Inaction
$417.9 billion: the cost of heart disease between 2020–2021
Thousands of preventable hospitalizations and amputations due to untreated chronic wounds
Disproportionate impact on communities of color
Many cases go untreated until they result in emergency care or life-altering outcomes
Why It Matters in Chicago
Our city is home to many high-risk populations, especially older adults and underserved communities where access to preventative care is limited. That’s why Chicago Medical Group Heart Failure and Wounds brings care directly to those who need it, right in their homes, with no clinic visit required.
What We’re Doing About It
✅ Mobile, in-home wound care
✅ Specialized treatment for heart failure-related wounds
✅ Focus on equity, education, and early intervention
✅ Part of the Chicago Medical Group, committed to raising the standard of care citywide
We believe access to advanced wound care shouldn’t depend on your zip code or mobility.
Let’s change how Chicago heals, one patient, one home, one heart at a time.
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