heart-letter
There can be many reasons for erratic blood pressure readings. Some people may also have higher readings in the doctor’s office, called white-coat hypertension.
Cardiovascular disease poses an equal threat to men and women, but the risks, symptoms, and outcomes for heart attack and stroke can differ along gender lines.
Lyme disease, an infection transmitted by the tiny deer tick, can cause systemwide problems, including a potentially life-threatening heart condition called AV block.
One in six people worldwide will have a stroke in his or her lifetime. Learn to recognize a “brain attack.”
Although a study found higher rates of breast cancer among women who took calcium-channel blockers for 10 or more years, this type of study doesn’t prove these medications (which effectively treat blood pressure) caused the cancers.
Even after many years of not exercising, there are compelling reasons to get active. People who increase their activity in mid- to late life reap benefits in terms of longer life and lower heart disease risk.
Doing active projects around the home and garden may lower a person’s risk of a heart attack or stroke by 27%.
Cardiac surgery takes a toll on the body. Following the discharge instructions and avoiding overexertion will help speed recovery and avoid setbacks.
Calf or thigh pain while walking that goes away with rest is the hallmark of peripheral artery disease.
Being overweight or obese does not protect people with diabetes from heart disease or cancer