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 …
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 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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Aortic valve 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 …
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