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How Wearable Tech Can Help Monitor Your Heart Health

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The Role of Wearable Technology in Heart Health Wearable tech is designed to monitor physiological data and provide actionable insights to users. For heart health, these devices use advanced sensors to track metrics like heart rate, blood oxygen levels, and even irregular heart rhythms.

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Atrial Fibrillation: Understanding the Irregular Heartbeat

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Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is a common heart rhythm disorder characterized by an irregular and often rapid heartbeat. This condition can lead to various complications, including stroke and heart failure, making it essential to understand its causes, symptoms, and AFib treatment options.

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Running After Heart Surgery: A Comprehensive Guide

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After heart surgery, patients must focus on healing, gradually increasing activity levels, and monitoring vital signs, including blood pressure. The Importance of Cardiac Rehabilitation Cardiac rehabilitation (or cardiac rehab) plays a critical role in recovery after heart surgery.

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Heart Disease and Stroke Could Affect at Least 60% of Adults in U.S. by 2050, According to American Heart Association Advisories

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A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8 trillion by 2050, according to two American Heart Association ( AHA ) presidential advisories published June 4 in the AHA journal Circulation.

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The Hidden Toll of Chronic Stress on Your Heart Health

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Here are some of the major ways in which chronic stress negatively impacts cardiovascular health: High Blood Pressure When you experience stress, your body releases hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, which cause your heart rate and blood pressure to spike.

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The Power Of Sleep: How Restful Nights Improve Heart Health

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Sleep deprivation or poor sleep can lead to an increased risk of developing conditions such as hypertension, heart disease, stroke, and irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias). Understanding the mechanisms behind this connection is crucial to grasp the profound impact of sleep on heart health.

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This Heart Health Tips to Keep You Healthy This Summer

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Below, our cardiologists share five heart health tips to help you stay active, manage the heat effectively and protect your health throughout the season. Get Active, Stay Safe: Regular exercise is a cornerstone of heart health. However, during the summer, adjust your exercise routine to avoid the hottest part of the day.