Structural heart disease describes any abnormality within the chambers and/or valves of the heart. For World Heart Day on September 29th, we’re exploring the issue of structural heart disease. Read on to learn more about this type of heart disease as well as how it can be treated and managed. The Basics Any time an …
The heart is made up of many parts and each of those parts is responsible for a critical function. One of those crucial parts is the aortic valve. The aortic valve is responsible for letting blood flow from the heart into the aorta, which is the artery that carries blood to the rest of the …
One of the best things you can do to manage and improve your heart health, or overall health for that matter, is to be mindful of the foods that you eat. A healthy diet and regular exercise are two of the simplest ways you can reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease. There’s a stigma …
Staying home during the COVID-19 pandemic may be the best way to limit your exposure to the virus. However, you need to stick to your treatment plan and make sure you stay heart healthy at home. It can be hard to maintain a routine when you don’t really go anywhere, but these tips can help …
May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 68 million people in the US have high blood pressure. High blood pressure is also known as hypertension and it can increase your risk of developing other serious health conditions. Some of the issues linked to …
Because March is National Kidney Month, we are exploring how the heart and kidneys are connected. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, heart disease is the most common cause of death among people who have kidney disease. But how are kidney disease and heart failure linked? And what can …
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Because February is American Heart Month, now is the perfect time to educate yourself on the different conditions that can affect the heart and cardiovascular system. February 22 is Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day. Heart valve disease (HVD), or valvular heart disease is a condition in which one of the four valves in the heart …
During the first month of the year, many people make resolutions to improve themselves in the new year. This year, put improving your heart health on your list. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 18.2 million adults over the age of 20 have coronary heart disease. And each year, 805,000 Americans have …
There are many ways in which your heart can be negatively affected by your lifestyle habits. In fact, risk factors for the three leading causes of heart disease all include diet and nutrition. The foods that we eat have the ability to affect our blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels, triglycerides and inflammation, all of …
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Finding an interventional cardiologist who you can trust and who will be a partner in your care is a key component to your heart health. PULSE: The Heart, Valve and Vascular Institute provides innovative cardiac and vascular care to Port Charlotte and its …
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