The holiday season means parties and family get-togethers – and alcohol is often a part of that. While having a drink or two is usually not a problem, heavy drinking, or binge drinking, can raise …
Category: Your Health
Tips for Celebrating a Heart-Healthy Holiday
This year, celebrate the holidays while simultaneously taking care of your health. Instead of straining your heart with unhealthy habits, learn how to make new traditions and habits that contribute to keeping you healthy and …
AFib in Men vs. Women
Although atrial fibrillation is the most common type of arrhythmia, it can affect men and women in very different ways. This is true of all forms of heart disease, which may be why women are …
September is AFib Awareness Month
Atrial fibrillation can lead to several life-threatening medical conditions. September is recognized as Atrial Fibrillation Awareness Month to highlight the importance of AFib testing and treatment. Find out more about diagnosing atrial fibrillation and best …
Is Your Job Putting You at Greater Risk for AFib?
Your job is a vital part of your everyday life, but the stress you encounter because of it could put you at risk for serious health complications. How Workplace Stress Affects our Bodies Many people …
7 AFib Triggers You Might Not Know About
While some of the most important AFib risk factors such as high blood pressure are widely known, there are many other potential triggers that can disrupt the natural rhythm of the heart. Illness Even a …
How Older Adults Can Reduce Risk Of Recurrent Stroke
Approximately one-quarter of all strokes suffered in the United States every year is a recurrent stroke. Learn what makes these strokes so dangerous and how you can monitor your risk factors. The dangers posed by …
Medications and Afib
If you take medication to help control your AFib, you need to be careful about the other medicines you use. Many popular over the counter drugs can react when mixed with your AFib medication and …
How the Cold and Flu Viruses Can Impact Your Heart Health
Colds and the flu are unpleasant for everyone, but they can be serious dangers for those who are living with heart disease. Peak flu season is here As we move farther into winter, cold and …
September is AFib Awareness Month
Did you know that September is AFib Awareness Month in the United States? Even otherwise healthy people can suffer from this heart condition, which is why it’s so important to spread awareness of this very …
Summer Heat and Heart Health
While we think of summer as a time of rest and relaxation, your heart has to work harder than usual due to the strain from heat and humidity. If you have a heart rhythm disorder, …
Top Factors that Put You at Risk for AFib
Atrial fibrillation affects approximately 200,000 people in the United States every year, and is characterized by an abnormal heart beat. If you haven’t yet been screened for AFib and if any of the following risk …
Reduce Stroke Risk with AFib Screening
Atrial Fibrillation (also known as AFib) is a cardiovascular condition that results in poor blood flow and an irregular heartbeat. This condition is relatively common, especially in people over the age of 40. The condition …
Heart Disease – A Leading Problem in the Decline in U.S. Life Expectancy
A recent report released by the National Center for Health Statistics found that U.S. life expectancy is on the decline for the first time in two decades, with signs pointing to an increase in heart …
Understanding Heart Arrhythmias
An arrhythmia is an abnormal or irregular heart rhythm. It can make your heart beat too slow so it feels like the heart very briefly pauses, or it can make your heart beat too fast …
Heart Issues to Watch for in Your 30s, 40s and 50s
Your heart is an organ designed to last for decades, but like any other body part, it will develop problems the older you get. Young adults rarely think about heart problems, but it can be …
Natural Ways to Prevent AFib
If you have AFib, taking your medication according to your doctor’s instructions is crucial to your good health. But that’s just the beginning of what you should do to help prevent or treat your atrial …
September is AFib Awareness Month – What You Need to Know
Atrial Fibrillation is a heart condition that affects millions of Americans. When left untreated, it can have serious consequences on your overall health. While AFib is generally found in patients over the age of 50, …
How to Regularly Check Your Heart Rhythm
Many people understand that an irregular heartbeat can be a serious medical issue, yet far too many people don’t know how to reliably check their heart rhythm without visiting a doctor. Learn some simple techniques …
How Summer Heat Affects Your Heart Health
Hot, humid weather is unpleasant for everyone, but it can be especially dangerous for people living with atrial fibrillation, or AFib. Being outside in extremely hot weather can increase your chances of an arrhythmia episode; …