Heart disease is currently the leading cause of death among American men and women. One person dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease. Although coronary artery disease is the most common heart condition, there are a number of other diseases to watch out for! In fact, there are over 30 distinct types of heart disease,… Continue reading 9 Rare Heart Diseases
Category: Cardiovascular Disease
Signs of Poor Circulation
It may be hard to believe, but your body contains over 60,000 miles of blood vessels. That is long enough to go around the earth 2.5 times! These blood vessels keep our bodies healthy and functioning properly by carrying oxygen and nutrients. If they are not working properly however? You can run into serious problems.… Continue reading Signs of Poor Circulation
New Heart Health Tool: Assess Your Heart Health Today
When was the last time you thought about what your heart health will be like in the future? In January, the American Heart Association introduced HeartCheck, an online calculator aimed at predicting an individual’s likelihood of developing heart disease at the age of 30 – ten years younger than previous calculators! What is this tool,… Continue reading New Heart Health Tool: Assess Your Heart Health Today
Your Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Medication Guide
Your heart is a vital organ that works tirelessly to keep you alive and healthy. But sometimes, it needs a little help to function at its best! That is where heart medications come into play. Keeping your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in check is essential for maintaining good heart health. When lifestyle changes alone… Continue reading Your Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Medication Guide
Too Much Salt Can Lead to Cardiovascular Disease
A recent study found a concerning link between excessive sodium consumption and cardiovascular disease (CVD). This emphasizes the need for better awareness and management of dietary sodium intake. For context, CVD is on the rise in the United States and worldwide. Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the US for over… Continue reading Too Much Salt Can Lead to Cardiovascular Disease
Weight Loss Drug Can Benefit Those With Diabetes, Heart Failure
A study published in the New England Journal of Medicine shows that the weight loss drug Wegovy may offer health benefits beyond just helping people lose weight. It particularly benefits individuals with Type 2 diabetes who also have a common type of heart failure called obesity-related heart failure with preserved ejection fraction. This is another… Continue reading Weight Loss Drug Can Benefit Those With Diabetes, Heart Failure
Depression Poses Higher Heart Disease Risk for Women
New research has found a concerning connection between depression and heart disease. Researchers found a particularly strong connection in the heightened risk for women. Analysis of data spanning from 2005 to 2022 revealed that women with depression face a 64% increased risk of heart disease compared to men. The study involved over 4 million participants.… Continue reading Depression Poses Higher Heart Disease Risk for Women
Sweetened Beverages Linked to Increased Heart Risk
In a recently published study, researchers shed light on a concerning link between sweetened beverage consumption and atrial fibrillation (A-fib). This is a potentially dangerous heart risk characterized by an irregular heartbeat. Atrial fibrillation is a serious health concern. It is known to lead to complications such as stroke, blood clots, and heart failure. It… Continue reading Sweetened Beverages Linked to Increased Heart Risk
How to Keep Your Heart Healthy When You Have Chronic Kidney Disease
Did you know that managing your heart health when you have chronic kidney disease is equally important as managing your kidney health? Yes, it is! Those with CKD are more at risk for cardiovascular disease, so it’s vital to protect your heart. In this blog post, we will discuss ways to protect your heart when… Continue reading How to Keep Your Heart Healthy When You Have Chronic Kidney Disease
Hidden Dangers of the Opioid Epidemic
A recent study published in the Journal of Pain suggests that prescribed opioids may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), and higher doses may further elevate this risk. The research into the opioid epidemic, led by Dr. Minhee Sung, analyzed data from the Veterans Aging Cohort Study (VACS). They focused on approximately 50,000 patients,… Continue reading Hidden Dangers of the Opioid Epidemic