heart-letter
You have said that alcohol can cause heart rhythm problems. I have an implanted defibrillator. Is it okay for me to drink alcohol?
Women who have a hysterectomy, especially those under 50 who also have their ovaries removed, seem to be at increased risk of heart disease.
I have heard that one symptom of a stroke is “the worst headache you can imagine.” I recently had a migraine that was so much more painful than previous ones that I worried it was a stroke. Is there any way to tell a migraine from a “stroke headache”?
A program is collecting and donating medical goods, including pacemakers and other implanted devices, to people in less-developed countries who would not be able to afford them.
The American Heart Association is predicting significant increases in heart disease among baby boomers, along with associated health care costs. Following better health habits can help prevent heart disease.
Heart disease and erectile dysfunction are often related conditions. Instance of either should prompt a conversation with your doctor about the other, as well as lifestyle choices that can improve sexual function and cardiovascular health.
Young people who want to take part in athletic activities should have a pre-sports checkup to identify an potential conditions or irregularities that could lead to a sudden cardiac event.
Combining aerobic exercise and strength training is better for people with diabetes than either form of exercise alone.
The VITAL study hopes to determine whether taking vitamin D and omega-3 fats have an effect on rates of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and other illnesses, and whether high dosages of these supplements are safe.
Research has found a potential connection between low levels of vitamin D and increased risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and other cardiovascular conditions.