February Is American Heart Month: Here Are 6 Ways You Can Prevent Heart Disease
February is often seen as the month of all things heart-shaped and love-related which is why it is an opportune time to celebrate American Heart Month. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, taking one person every 36 seconds and over 650,000 each year. Additionally, over 6 million Americans are […]
Heart-Healthy New Year’s Goals
2020 was hard for everyone—physically, emotionally and mentally. As we ring in the new year and welcome 2021 with open arms, it’s time to establish some “new year, new me” healthy habits. From losing weight, reducing stress, quitting smoking or exercising more, these goals can all help with your heart health, which is extremely […]
Don’t Overdo It: Snow Shoveling Techniques
While a necessity in many parts of the world, we often don’t realize just how demanding snow shoveling can be on our bodies. Sore legs, aching muscles, and burning shoulders are all the typical adverse signs of this dreaded chore but shoveling snow is also the cause of hundreds of fatal injuries throughout the nation […]
Tips To Remain Healthy This Winter
Winter is a beautiful and exciting time—snow on the ground, seeing family and friends, parties to attend, holiday lights, yummy food and shopping galore! With all that being said, winter storms and cold temperatures can be dangerous, so you need to be prepared for any surprises Mother Nature has in store. The heart experts […]
How Inflammatory Foods Affect Your Health
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Recently, many studies have suggested incorporating anti-inflammatory foods into your diet to prevent and reduce this risk. This is because inflammation and heart disease go hand in hand. Most forms of heart disease, like hypertension and stroke, are worsened […]
Ultrafiltration Could Reduce 1-year Rehospitalization in Acute Decompensated HF
Ultrafiltration for acute decompensated HF reduced hospital readmission by 1.74 visits in the following 12 months compared with the prior year, according to data presented at the virtual Heart Failure Society of America Scientific Meeting. “Utilization of ultrafiltration can improve HF outcomes in selected patients,” Robert A. Watson III, MD, Chief of Cardiology at Abington Hospital – […]
Celebrate World Heart Day This September With These 5 Tips to Stay Healthy and Active at Home
States across the country have slowly begun reopening, but many people are continuing to stay indoors for their health and safety, and the health and safety of others. While this may help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, it can be tough on your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. You may have noticed your typical exercise […]
How Smoking Affects Heart Health
Tobacco use remains the most significant, preventable cause of death and disease in the US, killing over 480,000 Americans every year. While we all know smoking isn’t a healthy habit, that doesn’t stop many users from continued use. Not only does smoking increase the risk of lung cancer and specific breathing problems, but it also […]
Healthy Summer Foods to Consume for a Healthy Heart
Ahhh, sweet summertime! The summer weather begs for outdoor BBQ’s, pool parties and backyard picnics. While many summer foods (hamburgers, hotdogs, and heavy cream-based salads) might not be so great for you, the fresh produce abounds during this time of year and many of them are great for a healthy heart. The heart health experts […]
How to Stay Active and Safe: Tips on Exercising with Heart Conditions
Getting regular exercise, regardless of age and underlying health conditions is always important. If you’ve been diagnosed with heart disease, you may feel uncertain or even scared about exercising. Not only can physical activity improve your heart function and reduce the risk of future heart problems from arising, regular exercise can also strengthen your heart […]
