Does heat effect heart rate? Simple answer is that yes, it can. But simple answers do not tell the whole story. We talk a lot about the importance of staying physically active for your heart health, but precautions are necessary when exercising in humid weather. Heat and Humidity can Affect Everyone As the temperature… Read More »
Heart Disease
Why am I being referred to a Cardiologist?
July 11, 2022 at 6:00 am
A cardiologist specializes in diagnosing treating heart conditions and diseases. Heart disease includes your heart and blood vessels – the cardiovascular system. If you think you are experiencing symptoms of a heart attack – DO NOT WAIT, CALL 911! Symptoms may be obvious or more subtle, take them seriously and get medical care. Do… Read More »
What is Atrial Fibrillation or AFib?
June 20, 2022 at 6:00 am
Atrial fibrillation (AF or AFib) is the most common type of treated heart arrhythmia and can happen to anyone. An arrhythmia is when the heart beats too slowly, too fast, or in an irregular way. The heart’s upper chambers (atria) beat out of coordination with the lower chambers (ventricles). When this happens, the lower chambers… Read More »
Cardiac Rehabilitation Tools and Resources
October 14, 2019 at 3:37 pm
Use these tools to help you through your recovery and to track your progress to better heart health. Additional information about Cardiac Rehab is available by click this link AHA Cardiac Rehab Cardiac Rehab Resources What is Cardiac Rehabilitation? (PDF)(link opens in new window) Answers by Heart Fact Sheet Cardiac Rehab Referral Card (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)… Read More »
Preventing Another Stroke
September 30, 2019 at 9:00 am
Don’t let stroke strike twice. One in four stroke survivors has another. Here’s how to help keep it from being you. Up to 80% of second clot-related strokes may be preventable.* When you’ve had a stroke or TIA (transient ischemic attack), it’s likely that you’re at risk for another. It is important to know the… Read More »