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Cardiac & Heart Health

Thursday, June 30, 2011
Heart Burn? Or Something More?
By Stephanie @ 12:55 PM :: 135 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health
Despite its name, heartburn has nothing to do with the heart. Heartburn is an irritation of the esophagus that is caused by stomach acid.



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Thursday, February 26, 2009
Reduce Your Risk For Stroke
By ELIH @ 11:16 PM :: 2400 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.
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Thursday, February 26, 2009
Heart Attacks- Knowing the Lifesaving Facts
By ELIH @ 11:08 PM :: 2480 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...
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Friday, September 19, 2008
Stroke: You Know the Warning Signs?
By ELIH @ 1:39 AM :: 1781 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...
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Friday, September 19, 2008
Heart Healthy Advice
By ELIH @ 1:25 AM :: 1540 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health
Heart-healthy nutrition, daily physical activity, eliminating tobacco, controlling conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabet...
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Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Heart Benefits with Omega-3 Fatty Acids
By @ 12:48 AM :: 2242 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.

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Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Cause For Concern …Heart Disease In Women
By @ 12:44 AM :: 2234 Views :: Women's Health, Cardiac & Heart Health
Heart disease is the number-one health threat to women of all ages, and the most preventable.
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Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Vascular Health & Caroid Artery Disease
By @ 12:21 AM :: 2117 Views :: Cardiac & Heart Health
You just discovered you need surgery, and your physician is recommending a carotid endartectomy.
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