Heart Health Archives

Newsbriefs: Fiber; Cardiac rehab; Pulmonary rehabilitation centers; Hearing loss

Aug 24, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Don’t Flunk Fiber Only 5 percent of men and 9 percent of women are getting the recommended daily amount of dietary fiber, according to a study presented at the American Society for Nutrition annual meeting in June. For the study, researchers analyzed data from more than 14,600 people whose fiber … Read More

Are You at Risk for an Aortic Aneurysm?

Aug 24, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

If you are a man age 65 to 75 years old and have ever smoked, discuss with your doctor whether you should get screened to make sure that you don’t have an abdominal aortic aneurysm. The same applies to women with first-degree relatives (parents, siblings) who have suffered an abdominal … Read More

Ask the Experts: Moving to Memory Care; Heart Transplantation in Seniors; Bloating from Fiber

Jul 26, 2021 · UHN Staff · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

I’ve been caring for my elderly mother for a couple of years, but her dementia is getting worse. I have my own health problems, and am beginning to feel very isolated because I need to spend most of my time at home with her. With these factors in mind, I … Read More

Check Your Blood Pressure at Home

Jul 26, 2021 · Kate Brophy · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Nearly half of all adults in the United States have hypertension—more commonly known as high blood pressure—according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. However, only about one-quarter of these individuals have their blood pressure under control. You can achieve control through lifestyle interventions such as following a heart-healthy … Read More

When A Slow Heart Rate Is Cause for Concern

Jul 26, 2021 · Dawn Bialy · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

If your heart beats too rapidly or has an abnormal or irregular rhythm, it’s cause for concern—but what about a heart that beats too slowly? “Bradycardia is the term used to describe a heartbeat that is slower than normal. A normal resting heart rate is typically between 60 and 100 … Read More

Ask The Doctor: August 2021

Jul 22, 2021 · UHN Staff · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Q. Can high blood pressure cause sex problems? A. Sexual function can potentially be affected by hypertension and cardiovascular disease. In men, erectile dysfunction (ED) can develop when arteries supplying blood to the penis become blocked by cholesterol (atherosclerosis). Because the smaller arteries in the penis are impacted before the … Read More

Ask Tufts Experts: How to Gain Weight; Heart Health Terms Explained

Jun 23, 2021 · UHN Staff · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

I’m recovering from illness and need to put on a few pounds. Any advice? Judith C. Thalheimer, RD, LDN, managing editor of Tufts Health & Nutrition Letter, answers: “Gaining weight is all about adding calories, but that doesn’t mean you can eat all the junk food you want! To support … Read More

Ask Dr. Etingin: Causes of blurry vision; Insomnia and coronary heart disease

Jun 23, 2021 · Orli R. Etingin, M.D. · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

What causes blurry vision? Blurry vision can be caused by what ophthalmologists call a “refractive error,” which occurs when the shape of the eye prevents light from focusing directly on the retina. Common refractive errors include nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Another common cause of blurry vision is presbyopia, an age-related … Read More

Women with Diabetes Have a Higher Risk of Heart Attack Than Men

Jun 23, 2021 · Dawn Bialy · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Diabetes is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), but research suggests that the risks may be much greater for women than for men. This means women need to be especially vigilant about their heart health. “I think women with diabetes who follow up closely with their health-care providers … Read More

Heart Arteries Aren’t the Only Ones That May Be Clogged

Jun 23, 2021 · Dawn Bialy · Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a buildup of plaque within the peripheral arteries in the legs and arms. It may not sound as serious as coronary artery disease, since it doesn’t occur in or around the heart, but it can have serious consequences if it’s not diagnosed and treated. A … Read More

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