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Posted on December 10th, 2020
Pets mean many things to their owners. They are often viewed as part of the family, and they are a source of much joy, laughter, and love. At the end of a long day, the snuggles from a dog or cat and their enthusiasm to see you can make a world of difference in turning a bad day into good. While many people think of dogs or cats first when thinking of pets, let’s not forget reptiles, rabbits,... Read More
Posted on December 1st, 2020
Atrial flutter is a heart rhythm disorder where the upper chambers, or the atria, beat too quickly. In addition to beating faster than normal overall, the upper chambers also beat faster in relationship to the ventricles, or lower chambers.
A group of cells called the... Read More
Posted on November 20th, 2020
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with leaky heart valves, you may be wondering what that really means. The heart includes four chambers, and blood flows through those four chambers on its journey to and from the lungs for oxygen and then through the rest of the body. There are four valves in... Read More
Posted on November 10th, 2020
Most people would correctly guess that excessive drinking negatively impacts heart health. Heavy drinking has many health repercussions, but what about light to moderate drinking? While moderate drinking is not a large health risk for many people, there are some whose heart conditions should cause them to stop drinking or consult their doctor to discuss their risk.
How does alcohol affect... Read More
Posted on November 1st, 2020
Bradycardia is the term used for an abnormally slow heart rhythm. While normal heart rate can vary a bit from one person to the next, generally healthy hearts beat between 60 and 100 beats per minute when at rest. A resting heart rate of less than 60 BPM could indicate bradycardia. For some people, specifically athletes and those who are physically active, lower resting heart rates are still... Read More
Posted on October 20th, 2020
With the cold and flu season upon us, many of us will come down with some sort of respiratory infection in the coming months and may reach for over-the-counter medicines to treat the symptoms of cold or flu. But did you know that the medicine you take to relieve symptoms could put your heart at risk?
Respiratory infections add stress your heart due to inflammation and taking over-the-... Read More
Posted on October 10th, 2020
When people hear the term cardiac arrest, they may think it’s the same thing as a heart attack, but it’s not. The two things are different and can have very different outcomes. Sudden cardiac arrest is abrupt, can occur without warning signs, and is often fatal.
The heart has... Read More
Posted on October 1st, 2020
If you are preparing for heart surgery or have recently had heart surgery, you may be thinking about potential complications and wondering what to expect for your recovery period. Did you know that many patients experience a heart rhythm issue following heart surgery?
The most common type of heart rhythm issue after surgery is... Read More
Posted on September 20th, 2020
As we age, we notice subtle changes in our bodies. Perhaps that stiff joint happens more frequently and more quickly, and it causes us to slow down a little bit. Maybe we get tired from daily activities sooner and try to scale back or ask for extra help. These physical changes are gradual, but usually noticeable.
The effects of aging on the heart are sometimes less obvious. However, changes in... Read More
Posted on September 10th, 2020
We’ve all probably heard at some point in time that too much cholesterol is bad for our bodies. But what is cholesterol? And where does it come from? Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance found in the bloodstream. Our bodies need some cholesterol, which is made in the liver. Cholesterol stabilizes the... Read More