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Cardiac Arrest Symptoms: Know the Warning Signs and Risk Factors

Oct 16, 2017 · Jay Roland · Heart Health

The sudden passing of longtime rock'n'roll star Tom Petty on Oct. 3, 2017 sent people in search of information about the cause of his death, attributed by his family in a press release as cardiac arrest, with a pending autopsy expected to shed light on the event. So what is … Read More

Don’t Wait for Signs of a Heart Attack to Know Your Risk

Oct 9, 2017 · Jay Roland · Heart Health

For too many people, a heart attack is their first clue that they have heart disease. Or for people who perhaps knew they had risk factors for heart disease but didn’t realize how serious their condition was, symptoms or signs of a heart attack serve as late wake-up call that … Read More

Angina Attack Symptoms: What They Mean

Oct 4, 2017 · Jay Roland · Heart Health

You’re climbing a flight of stairs and suddenly you experience the sensation of pressure in your chest. It might feel a little like heartburn, but you know it’s more serious. What causes chest pain like that? Are you having a heart attack? Or is it an angina attack, your first … Read More

What You Need to Know About “Normal” Cholesterol Levels

Oct 2, 2017 · Susan Jimison Vitek · Heart Health

When it comes to ensuring a fit and functioning brain, cholesterol is an essential compound, but a complex one as well. The waxy fat-like substance comes in two forms whose interaction needs to be carefully balanced in order to ensure maximum health. Cholesterol is a key component of cellular membranes … Read More

What Is Cerebrovascular Disease?

Sep 29, 2017 · Holly Strawbridge · Heart Health

A cerebrovascular disease is one caused by arteries blocked by a blood clot, bleeding in or around the brain caused by a ruptured blood vessel, and any change in the brain’s blood vessels that alters the normal flow of blood. “Cerebro” refers to the brain and “vascular” pertains to blood … Read More

What You Need to Know About Metabolic Syndrome

Sep 22, 2017 · Aliza Lifshitz, MD · Heart Health

According to the American Heart Association, 23 percent of American adults have metabolic syndrome. Metabolic syndrome, which was identified as such only about 20 years ago, is as common as the flu or as colds. It is a serious condition, but it is not a disease in itself, rather a … Read More

Heart Disease Symptoms: Don’t Ignore These Telltale Signs

Sep 21, 2017 · Jay Roland · Heart Health

Heart disease symptoms can vary greatly, depending on the type of heart disease you have. Heart disease is actually an umbrella term that covers such conditions as coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, valve disease, and heart failure. Recognizing symptoms of these serious problems is critical to getting early treatment and avoiding … Read More

Understanding Heart Failure: Symptoms to Know

Sep 18, 2017 · Jay Roland · Heart Health

Though it sounds like a condition in which the heart stops beating altogether, heart failure is actually a problem that develops when the heart can no longer pump enough blood and oxygen to meet the body’s needs. It’s a serious and complicated health challenge. But if you and your physician … Read More

Nuclear Stress Test, MUGA Scan Effective Ways to Evaluate Heart Failure

Sep 15, 2017 · Holly Strawbridge · Heart Health

In addition to blood tests, chest X-ray, EKG, echocardiogram, PET scan, or MRI, your doctor may prescribe a nuclear stress test or a MUGA scan. These are all ways a cardiologist can evaluate heart failure. Your cardiologist will begin by taking a thorough medical history, discussing your symptoms, and conducting … Read More

Cardiomyopathy: What Causes an Enlarged Heart?

Sep 14, 2017 · Jay Roland · Heart Health

Cardiomyopathy is sometimes referred to as an "enlarged heart," because the main sign is a heart muscle that has become thicker and more rigid. Bigger muscles might be what athletes want in their arms and legs. But a bigger heart isn’t a good thing, as it actually becomes weaker rather … Read More

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