Barbara Kong, MD, FACC, FACP Most people typically associate heart disease with men, but as February and Heart Health Month end, it's important to remember that disease of the heart and vascular system is responsible for the death of more than 450,000 women in this country every year. Heart disease ...
Barbara Kong, MD, FACC, FACPWhen people think of heart disease, they often think of it as the major health threat to men. They often forget that heart disease is also the number one killer of women; responsible for the deaths of 455,000 women annually in the United States. Half of ...
In honor of Valentine’s Day this past Sunday, I wanted to spend just a few moments to go over ways to protect our hearts. 1. Find a healthy weight for your body frame. Losing 5 to 10 percent of your body weight can result in lower cholesterol levels, better blood ...
February is Heart Health Awareness Month, a great opportunity to explore preventive measures for maintaining cardiovascular health. While hereditary risk factors are not modifiable in preventing heart disease, many lifestyle and nutritional choices have been shown to reduce risk and to strengthen the heart. Fortunately, many of these options don’t ...
So many of the imbalances that cause heart disease or heart attacks are far from our awareness. They are often symptomless, or at least show up in ways we wouldn’t connect with our heart. One of the most important things you can focus on in your own health is inflammation, ...
Here's a look at some of the top health news being talked about around the U.S. and the world today: • Are there really seven secrets to a long life? According to advice published by the American Heart Association, several health behaviors can help more adults make it to their ...
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