Since September is Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month, we thought it would be a great idea to discuss atrial fibrillation and how this condition can be treated and prevented. So, without further ado, here is everything you need to know about atrial fibrillation. What is Atrial Fibrillation? Atrial Fibrillation occurs when you have an irregular rapid …
Aortic stenosis occurs when the heart’s aortic valve narrows. This narrowing prevents the valve from opening fully, which reduces or blocks blood flow from your heart into the main artery of your body (aorta). When the blood flow through the aortic valve is reduced, your heart needs to work harder to pump blood to your …
While any health issues related to one’s heart can be challenging, it is important to take control of your heart health. Depending on your circumstances, some level of medical intervention may be recommended by your physician whether it be medication or a procedure. To prevent the need for intervention or to supplement your treatment plan, …
Each time you go to the doctor, no matter the reason, you probably have your blood pressure measured. It’s checked so often because maintaining normal blood pressure is important to your overall health and wellness. Understanding blood pressure can be extremely helpful when evaluating your health. What is Blood Pressure? Blood pressure is the measurement …
Many conversations about vascular health revolve around the blood vessels in the heart. While there are good reasons to focus on heart health, there are blood vessels all over the body that need to function properly as well. Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) affects veins and arteries outside the heart. The same things that put you …
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A healthy heart is essential to a long and healthy lifestyle. There are many things that can go wrong with the heart, and sometimes the symptoms that something is wrong are not always obvious. A cardiologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing problems with the heart and surrounding arteries. Though cardiology is a field …
Did you know that most women have at least one risk that increases her risk of developing heart disease? These include diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, smoking, lack of exercise and high blood pressure. Needless to say, it’s important for you to be aware of your risk as well as knowledgeable about how heart disease affects …
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Nearly half of all American adults have high blood, however, many don’t even know they have it because it often times presents no obvious symptoms. With this figure continuing to increase year-over-year, it’s important for everyone to know their blood pressure numbers and what they mean. It’s also important to be aware of your risk …
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There are three major risk factors for developing heart disease, with nearly half of all Americans having at least one of them.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for Americans, responsible for every 1 in 4 deaths in the United States. The term heart disease refers to several heart conditions, including coronary artery disease and heart attack. Though the risk of developing heart disease increases with age, it can affect people of all ages, with …
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