Did you know? There was a decline in cardiometabolic health among U.S. adults from 1999-2000 to 2017-2018. Only 6.8% of adults are in optimal cardiometabolic health.
Study Shows that Poor Sleep Leads to Plaque Buildup and Poor Cardiovascular Health It makes sense, doesn’t it? A good night’s sleep is good for you-you to feel better, more rested. But now, a study is showing that a good night’s sleep means more for your health than you might
High cholesterol effects 38% of American adults and proves to be a key trigger for the onset of cardiovascular disease such as coronary heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease. High cholesterol also increases the risk of diabetes and high blood pressure. The underlying cause is that high cholesterol leads to plaque buildup inside your
The vaccine developed to treat COVID-19 has been a topic of hot debate since its inception. With questions swirling regarding the speed at which it was developed, its long-term efficacy, potential side effects that may not yet have come to light, and mandates instituted by businesses and governments across the
For many with atrial fibrillation, the standard procedure has long been the administration of one or more antiarrhythmic medications before progressing to catheter ablation. This traditional strategy has long been accepted as the norm, yet it may not be the most effective approach to treating atrial fibrillation, especially when a
Typically, when a patient receives a stent, it’s recommended that they take blood thinners for up to a year after—but all of this could change with new generations of stents. Now, some research suggests that patients with newer stents might quality for a shortened blood thinner treatment, reducing the amount
When it comes to the holidays, there’s plenty of good cheer to go around—but there’s also a holiday influx of alcohol consumption, too, causing a condition called holiday heart syndrome.
Seasonal joy is at an all-time high around the holidays – but so is excessive eating, drinking, travel, stress, and pressure. The result? Heart attacks tend to surge during the holidays for these reasons and others.
Coming down with the flu can substantially increase the risk of a serious or even fatal cardiac event for those with heart disease. The flu vaccine can substantially reduce that risk, even if you do contract the seasonal virus.
There’s much we still need to learn about the impact of COVID-19 on your cardiovascular health, but one thing is certain: The virus can directly affect your heart. Medical experts currently estimate that 20-25% of patients hospitalized for COVID-19 develop heart muscle inflammation, a condition called myocarditis. Heart problems aren’t limited
It’s no secret that smoking increases your risk of numerous health complications. But, one life-threatening complication rarely gets much attention: aortic aneurysm. Your aorta is a major blood vessel running from your heart through your chest and abdomen. It helps supply blood to your entire body. Unfortunately, developing an abnormal enlargement
Everyone experiences stress, because it comes in many forms. For some, it’s a response to putting in long days at the office or getting stuck in traffic. For others, it may be a lack of sleep or worries about money or illness. You can even experience stress from things you
