MEDICAL NEWS Because 1 in 3 American adults suffers from high blood pressure, regular and accurate blood pressure checks are important for correctly diagnosing and treating hypertension (the medical term for high blood pressure). Dr. Robert Zelis, a cardiologist at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, says there are three groups of people who […]
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SELF-CARE CORNER You can’t feel or see high cholesterol, but it’s nothing to brush aside. People with high cholesterol have twice the risk of heart disease as those who have normal levels. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 1 out of 3 American adults has high cholesterol – and less than half of
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SELF-CARE CORNER Many people don’t really know what cholesterol is, or why it matters for your health. If your cholesterol levels are too high, you are at an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. This is because too much “bad” LDL cholesterol causes a hard buildup inside your arteries known as plaque. If this
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MEDICAL NEWS You may know the basics of heart health that include a healthy diet, exercise, healthy weight, and avoiding tobacco. But, don’t let these major goals overwhelm you. Instead, take small steps each day that add up to big heart-healthy benefits. Say bye-bye to beige and eat the rainbow. Look at your plate’s color
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SELF-CARE CORNER Did you know that a good night’s sleep can help prevent heart disease? That’s just one way to lower your risk. Dr. Holly Andersen, director of education and outreach at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center, offers some easy steps to improve heart health and overall well-being: Step 1: Know your numbers. Your blood
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MEDICAL NEWS High blood pressure is a common problem. About half of American adults have it. In fact, many people have dangerously high blood pressure and don’t even know it. This is because high blood pressure often has no symptoms and puts you at risk of having a heart attack, stroke or kidney failure. What
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MEDICAL NEWS It’s never too late to start living a healthier life. A few simple steps can put you on the path to a younger heart age and better overall health. Consider these tips to get started: 1.If you smoke, quit.Quitting can be hard and often requires help and support. Talk with your doctor or
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MEDICAL NEWS The year you were born reveals your age. It’s part of your identity. But despite the number on your driver’s license, your heart may be telling a different story. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 75 percent of Americans have hearts that are older than their actual age. For men,
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MEDICAL NEWS Atrial fibrillation or AFib is the most common heart arrhythmia or irregularity in the U.S. It affects up to 4 million people. AFib needs to be taken seriously. It increases the risk of stroke by as much as 5 times and can contribute to heart failure and other heart conditions. When someone develops
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MEDICAL NEWS Scientific evidence shows that taking an aspirin daily can help prevent a heart attack or stroke in some people, but not in everyone. It also can cause unwanted side effects. According to Dr. Robert Temple at the FDA, one thing is certain: You should use daily aspirin therapy only after first talking to
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