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Living Life After A Heart Attack
Having a heart attack certainly puts life in perspective. It usually makes you more appreciative of those around you, and also makes you vividly aware of your own mortality. “Taking stock” after a heart attack is normal, but it’s equally important to focus on living life after a heart attack.
Can The Weather Affect Your Heart Health?
The simple answer to “can the weather affect your heart health?” is yes, if the weather is extreme. Extreme heat can be a problem when you have a heart condition whether you are exercising in the heat or even just relaxing.
Keeping Your Heart Healthy During A Pandemic
We’re not through with this untimely health scare yet, and many of us are still unable to rejoin our local gym, but this shouldn’t be an excuse for letting yourself go. You know what we mean. Yourself, friends, and relatives may be lamenting that they have added pounds during the quarantine. But even if you have, it’s time to do something about it by staying focused on keeping your heart healthy during a pandemic.
The Connection Between Sleep Deprivation And Heart Disease
W.C. Fields once said, “The best cure for insomnia is getting a lot of sleep.” As humans, we spend one third of our lives sleeping, and a really good night’s sleep can have a positive impact on our entire day. What if the opposite is true? Can inadequate sleep cause negative effects especially on our heart? Let’s investigate the connection between sleep deprivation and heart disease.
How Routine Mammograms Can Detect Your Risk For Heart Disease
Millions of women have routine mammograms for the purpose of identifying cancerous tumors in the breast. Now doctors are discovering how routine mammograms can detect your risk for heart disease and heart failure.
The Top 10 Reasons To Quit Smoking Right Now
Those who are non-smokers can recognize a smoker almost immediately. The smell of tobacco, the persistent cough, plus a certain lack of patience which shows up the minute they finish one cigarette. These are all “tells.” If this is you, friends and relatives have probably coaxed you to stop. It’s not to shame or embarrass you, but just to provide the facts like the top 10 reasons to quit smoking right now. It’s not too late, and could save your life.
Reduce Atrial Fibrillation And Risk Of Stroke By Limiting Alcohol
If you enjoy your glass of chardonnay at happy hour or a beer on a hot day, you’re not alone. Many of us drink alcohol in moderation, but how much does it affect your health? You don’t necessarily have to abstain completely, but a recent study proved that you can reduce atrial fibrillation and risk of stroke by limiting alcohol.
How To Recognize The Symptoms Of A Blood Clot
Everyone should know how to recognize the symptoms of a blood clot. Blood clots can strike in just a moment and lead to stroke, heart attack, or potentially death. Pay attention to the signs and messages your body gives you, and then don’t wait to seek help. Here are a few ways to recognize these symptoms early. Continue reading
How Wearables Are Changing Heart Care
Some of today’s conveniences used to be science fiction, especially those associated with health care. But now they are part of our reality. If you are skeptical, think about devices like FitBit and how wearables are changing heart care.