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How to Prevent Peripheral Artery Disease

AMS Cardiology

A diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and lean proteins can help control blood pressure, cholesterol levels and weight. Regular check-ups including blood pressure monitoring and cholesterol screenings enable our team to identify early symptoms and intervene before they escalate.

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DAIC's Top 10 for April

DAIC

New Study Reveals 65 and Older Population Lowered Blood Pressure, Cholesterol and Weight Using Mobile Technology 2. Around 10% of Deaths from Coronary Stenting, Balloon Angioplasty are Preventable 9. Clinical trials and innovative technology took center stage during the month of April, racking up some record number views.

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Understanding the Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest

MIBHS

Key Differences Between a Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest Feature Heart Attack Cardiac Arrest Cause Blocked artery reducing blood flow to the heart Electrical problem disrupting the hearts rhythm Onset Gradual with warning signs Sudden with no prior symptoms Symptoms Chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea Lose consciousness, no pulse or breathing (..)

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The Importance of Regular Heart Check-Ups: What You Need to Know

AMS Cardiology

Blood tests : Measure cholesterol levels, blood sugar and other markers of heart health. Regular heart check-ups offer several benefits including: Early detection of heart disease : Many heart conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and coronary artery disease can be detected early through regular screenings.

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Avocados for the Heart; Cardiology's Sad State; CBD for Pulmonary Hypertension?

Heart 2023 Conference

American College of Cardiology Journal) Are you thinking of stopping your antiplatelet medication too soon after angioplasty? In patients who are not taking statins, Esperion announced that bempedoic acid with or without ezetimibe (Nexletol/Nexlizet) can lower LDL cholesterol by more than 25%. Reconsider your position.

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Women and Heart Health: Unique Considerations and Risks

MIBHS

Postmenopausal women are at a higher risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and other heart-related issues. Women should have their blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar checked regularly, especially as they age or if they have a family history of heart disease.

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The First 60 Minutes of a Heart Attack: The Golden Hour

Wellnest

The accumulation of cholesterol, foam cells, fibrous tissue, and calcium mainly causes the narrowing of coronary arteries. However, recent studies have observed that people below 40 are also experiencing heart attacks due to high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, obesity, a sedentary lifestyle, and social and mental stress.