Cardiac & Heart Health

Heart Burn? Or Something More?

Heart Burn? Or Something More?
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Despite its name, heartburn has nothing to do with the heart. Heartburn is an irritation of the esophagus that is caused by stomach acid.

Reduce Your Risk For Stroke

Reduce Your Risk For Stroke
2227 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health, Emergency Medicine

A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain is blocked or bursts, stopping blood flow. Without blood and the essential oxygen it carries, the affected part of the brain starts to die. The region of the body controlled by the damaged area of the brain can’t work properly.

Heart Attacks- Knowing the Lifesaving Facts

Heart Attacks- Knowing the Lifesaving Facts
2320 Views :: Women's Health, Men's Health, Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health, Emergency Medicine

Did you know that Coronary artery disease, which causes heart attacks, is the single leading cause of death in America. Each year, more than 1 million...

Stroke: You Know the Warning Signs?

Stroke: You Know the Warning Signs?
1702 Views :: Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health

What is stroke? A stroke occurs when a blood vessel in the brain is blocked or bursts. Without blood and the oxygen it carries, part of the brai...

Heart Healthy Advice

Heart Healthy Advice
1491 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health

Heart-healthy nutrition, daily physical activity, eliminating tobacco, controlling conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabet...

Heart Benefits with Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Heart Benefits with Omega-3 Fatty Acids
2156 Views :: Seniors, Cardiac & Heart Health

Even if nutrition is all Greek to you, you should know about omega-3 fatty acids. These healthful fats may have a wide range of health benefits, including protecting your heart against disease.

Cause For Concern …Heart Disease In Women

Cause For Concern …Heart Disease In Women
2112 Views :: Women's Health, Cardiac & Heart Health

Heart disease is the number-one health threat to women of all ages, and the most preventable.

Vascular Health & Caroid Artery Disease

Vascular Health & Caroid Artery Disease
2058 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health

You just discovered you need surgery, and your physician is recommending a carotid endartectomy.