Posted on August 1, 2013
Where is the Best Cardiac Hospital in NYC – All Insurance Accepted
Narrowing down the best cardiac hospital in the city starts with preparation. Part of that preparation is your responsibility, the remainder of that responsibility lies with the hospital. We will discuss this topic further to help give you an idea of what that division looks like.
How to Find the Right Specialist
Your journey to find the best possible cardiac hospital starts with getting a referral. Your primary care doctor should be very familiar with the cardiologist
Posted on July 31, 2013
What are the Signs of Heart Failure – All Insurance Accepted
The words
Posted on July 30, 2013
What are the Symptoms of Heart Attack – All Insurance Accepted
People often treat heart attack symptoms like a foregone conclusion. You hear so much about the tell-tale signs that those signs start to be all that you look for. The danger in that approach is that you could start having a heart attack and not recognize it right away.
Review in the Rear View
Let
Posted on July 29, 2013
Who is the Best Cardiologist in Manhattan – All Insurance Accepted
Finding a cardiologist in Manhattan can seem daunting, but it doesn
Posted on July 28, 2013
What are the Signs of Having a Stroke – All Insurance Accepted
A stroke occurs when a blood clot travels from the heart to the brain. The clot either cuts off blood flow to the brain by blocking a blood vessel or it causes the vessel wall to weaken and hemorrhage. Both of these instances lead to death of the brain tissue and they can also take your life. Knowing that, it is very important to know the signs and symptoms of a stroke as well as how to prevent it.
Just Remember F.A.S.T.
When it occurs, it happens quickly so knowing what to do can save a life.
Face-The first thing you
Posted on July 27, 2013
Is Heart Disease Linked to Obesity – All Insurance Accepted
Yes, obesity and heart disease are linked. In fact, obesity has reached epidemic levels in the U.S. with 50% of the population overweight and 1/3 of that number considered obese. How does your weight affect your heart? That is the question we will answer in this article.
The Weight Factor
Obesity affects your heart in two main ways:
1. It increases your blood pressure
2. It increases the likelihood of plaque buildup in the heart
Over time, the side effects of these factors can lead to heart disease and contribute to heart failure.
Exercise can help reduce the risk to your heart because it helps:
Posted on July 26, 2013
Heart Failure Treatment Guidelines – All Insurance Accepted
Many patients treat a diagnosis of heart failure as a death sentence. If this is your initial response to your test, results, it
Posted on July 25, 2013
What are Treatments of Coronary Heart Disease – All Insurance Accepted
Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is a small part of the much bigger picture known as heart disease. Many people are unaware of this condition until their family is touched by it. Even so, we want to get the word out about Coronary Heart Disease before it strikes. That way; you are better prepared to deal with the aftermath of your diagnosis.
The Definition and Risk Factors
CHD is really the advanced stages of arteriosclerosis, or plaque buildup in the arteries. Essentially, it
Posted on July 24, 2013
Should See a Doctor for a Rapid Heartbeat – All Insurance Accepted
A rapid heartbeat is often ignored when it should be closely watched. Patients tend to rationalize it away as something that occurs as a result of stress or increased physical activity. The truth is no matter what causes your rapid heartbeat; doctor evaluation should be part of the solution. This article will explain why.
A Dangerous Gamble
No one is playing he blame game. It’s easy to understand why a lot of patients don’t think a problem like a rapid heartbeat is a big deal. Sometimes it is and sometimes it isn’t.
You’re right; it could just be stress or physical exertion, but those things can still be harmful to your heart. Stress releases cortisol and adrenaline. In short bursts, this is fine-even healthy-but in long drawn out cycles it causes cardiac damage. Just because that damage isn’t noticeable right away, doesn’t mean it’s not occurring. Stress may not be directly linked to heart disease, but it does cause secondary conditions like hypertension and thickening of the blood that can lead to heart attack or stroke.
For this reason, any recommendations you receive from your cardiologist should be followed to the letter. You may be asked to cut out:
Posted on July 23, 2013
What are the Chances I Have Another Heart Attack
If you have already had a heart attack, please pay attention. Why? Statistically, you are four times more likely to have a second, fatal heart attack within four months of the first one. That statistic may be startling to some of you, but not nearly startling enough.
Dancing with Death
According to the latest medical journals, patients who have had a heart attack are slow to change their lifestyle. Here are the statistics to back that statement up:
