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5 Dangers of High Cholesterol — and How To Fix It

You may have seen or heard confusing information about cholesterol. Talk of good and bad cholesterol can make it hard to know what to do. Read on as our experts help to sort it out.

Jan 10th, 2025

4 Lifestyle Changes You Can Make to Correct Your Heart Arrhythmia

A healthy heart is a steady heart. Arrhythmias, or irregular heartbeats, can be scary and pose a significant risk of stroke or heart attack if untreated. Some simple lifestyle changes can keep your heart beating normally. 

Dec 17th, 2024

What’s Causing My Heart Palpitations?

Your heart dropped. Or it flip-flopped. Or it was racing, pounding, beating out of your chest. Or it skipped a beat. We have many ways to describe heart palpitations, but why do they happen? And should you worry?

Nov 8th, 2024

Assessing Your Heart’s Pumping Action with Bio-Z: Here’s What to Expect

Your cardiovascular system is complex, and the right tests are crucial when you have a problem. One your doctor may request is a Bio-Z test. Here’s why you might need it and what to expect when you have it.

Oct 16th, 2024

Learn How an ABI Test Helps Diagnose Peripheral Artery Disease

Peripheral artery disease can sneak up on you. The only symptom may be an ache in your calf, and it’s not constant. An ankle-brachial index (ABI) is one of the best ways to determine if you have peripheral artery disease.

Sep 16th, 2024

Does Genetics Play a Role in Heart Attacks?

If any of your parents or siblings have had a heart attack, you may have questions about your own heart health. One we often hear is, “Does my DNA mean I’ll have a heart attack?”

Aug 12th, 2024

How Do I Know if I Have High Blood Pressure?

You probably know that blood pressure is a vital — crucial, important, necessary for life — sign. And, you might think you’d definitely know if it was high. In fact, the only way to know if you have high blood pressure is to measure it. 

Jul 3rd, 2024

Vascular Disease Runs in My Family: What Can I Do to Prevent It?

Modern medicine provides more tools for people with a family history of a scary condition like heart disease. Knowing that vascular disease is common in your family gives you crucial information — and incentive to take action.

Jun 19th, 2024

What Can I Expect During My Stress Test?

Anytime your doctor suggests further testing, it can be worrisome. When your heart’s involved, it can be especially scary. If your doctor has asked you to take a stress test, you probably have questions.

May 2nd, 2024

How to Support a Loved One Who’s Diagnosed with Congestive Heart Failure

Having a strong support system can make managing a chronic health condition like congestive heart failure better. If you’re providing support for a loved one with heart failure, we have a few tips that may help.

Apr 4th, 2024

Don’t Ignore These Signs of a Heart Attack

Movies and television shows have a familiar depiction of a person having a heart attack, but in real life, a heart attack can be far less dramatic. Some symptoms are much more subtle, and some are easy to ignore. 

Mar 2nd, 2024

5 Risk Factors for High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is often called the “silent killer” because it doesn’t cause symptoms, so you may not know you have it. In this post, we discuss risk factors that make high blood pressure more likely.

Feb 7th, 2024

How to Get to the Root of Your Chest Pain 

Chest pain can be worrisome, especially if it recurs. Understanding why you’re experiencing chest pain is the key to addressing the problem. But getting to the root of why you have pain may take time and testing. 

Jan 1st, 2024

Do You Have One of These 5 Causes of Leg Pain?

Leg pain may seem like a mere annoyance, but it can indicate heart and vascular issues. In this post, we discuss five potential causes of your leg pain and what to do if your legs hurt.

Dec 12th, 2023

 How Caffeine Affects Your Heart

If you’ve been diagnosed with a heart problem, you may wonder whether it’s dangerous for you to consume caffeine. Here we discuss the most recent research regarding heart disease and caffeine consumption.

Nov 1st, 2023

Who’s at Risk of Dyspnea?

Nearly everyone feels breathless at one time or another, but for some people, shortness of breath becomes commonplace. It’s uncomfortable and can be scary. Here’s what you need to know about dyspnea and your risk. 

Oct 2nd, 2023

What’s the Difference Between Good and Bad Cholesterol?

You’ve probably heard the phrase “good cholesterol.” And you’ve probably also heard you need to lower your cholesterol. What does it all mean? Why is some cholesterol deemed “good” and some “bad”?

Aug 2nd, 2023

 Is a Stress Test Painful? 

If your doctor recommends a stress test, you naturally may have concerns. In this post, we discuss what you should expect during a stress test, including whether it hurts. 

Jul 2nd, 2023

Do You Have Shortness of Breath? Here Are the Tests You Might Need

When you jog up a flight of stairs, you expect to be short of breath at the top. But what about walking across your kitchen? Or sitting on the sofa? If you’re short of breath in those situations, you need some tests to find out why.

Jun 1st, 2023

The Dangers of High Blood Pressure

You almost certainly know a few people with high blood pressure, or you may have it yourself. It’s such a common problem it may not seem serious. But high blood pressure presents dangers.

May 1st, 2023

What Is a Silent Heart Attack?

You may not be familiar with silent heart attacks, but they’re common and important to understand. Here, we define a silent heart attack and discuss the risk factors to look for.

Apr 1st, 2023

Is High Cholesterol Putting You at Risk for Heart Disease?

There’s certainly a link between blood cholesterol and heart disease risk, but it can be difficult to understand. In this post, we try to clear up some of the confusion and give you clear information about cholesterol, diet, and heart health.

Mar 2nd, 2023

Palpitations: What to Do When Your Heart Skips a Beat

The feeling of your heart “skipping a beat” can be quite uncomfortable! Most of the time, it’s not cause for worry. Here’s what you need to know.

Feb 1st, 2023

How Vascular Ultrasound Can Reveal a Dangerous Blockage in Your Circulatory System

Most people are familiar with the term “ultrasound,” but often only in the context of pregnancy. Vascular ultrasound is a procedure used in cardiology to diagnose a number of problems.

Jan 17th, 2023

What an Echocardiogram Can Reveal About Your Heart

An echocardiogram is an imaging test that can help your doctor understand how well your heart is functioning. There are different types of echocardiograms, and your doctor may want you to have one for a variety of reasons.

Dec 1st, 2022

Could Your Diet Be Causing Leg Cramps?

If you have painful cramping in your legs, you’d probably like to find a way to make it stop. Could it be as simple as changing your diet?

Nov 1st, 2022

Heart-Healthy Habits Every Woman Should Have

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women. In fact, one-third of all women die due to cardiovascular disease. In this post, we describe some heart-healthy habits every woman should strive to develop.

Oct 4th, 2022

What an EKG Can Tell Us About Your Heart Health

Has your doctor ordered an EKG? If so, you may be wondering why, what to expect, and maybe even what EKG stands for. This post has answers!

Sep 1st, 2022

Pregnant and Feeling Palpitations? Here’s What You Should Know

Heart palpitations during pregnancy are common and usually not cause for concern. Here, we describe palpitations, why they happen during pregnancy, and situations that may be cause for concern.

Aug 1st, 2022

Life After a Heart Attack

Having a heart attack is scary and may leave you with many questions about what you should or shouldn’t do during recovery and beyond. In this post, we discuss some of what you can expect after a heart attack.

Jul 1st, 2022

When Should I Replace My Pacemaker?

A pacemaker is an implantable device that helps regulate your heartbeat. Unfortunately, we don’t yet have batteries that last forever, which means you’re likely to need pacemaker replacement surgery eventually.

Jun 1st, 2022

The Warning Signs of Deep Vein Thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis is a condition that requires immediate medical attention. But how do you know if you have this problem? In this post, we describe the warning signs to watch for.

May 1st, 2022

How Can I Raise My ‘Good’ Cholesterol?

Understanding cholesterol can be confusing, but you probably know there’s “good” and “bad” cholesterol. Raising your good cholesterol can have health benefits. In this post we discuss how you can do that.

Apr 1st, 2022

5 Risk Factors for Heart Attacks

Coronary heart disease, the buildup of plaque in the arteries around your heart, is one of the most common cardiovascular issues. Understanding your risk factors, and making modifications where you can, lessens your chance of a heart attack.

Mar 1st, 2022

Leg Pain and Heart Health: How Are They Related?

You have a cramp in your calf. You probably don’t think it has anything to do with your heart, but it could. Leg pain could indicate a cardiovascular problem.

Feb 1st, 2022

What Causes Heart Palpitations?

Heart palpitations can be startling and even scary. However, sometimes it’s normal for your heart to feel like it’s racing or it missed a beat. This post discusses when to and when not to worry.

Jan 1st, 2022

How Dangerous Are High Triglycerides?

You’ve had a blood test, and the results show that you have high triglycerides. How worried should you be? What should you do?

Dec 1st, 2021

How Heart Attacks May Present Differently in Women

Many people think of heart disease as an issue that affects mostly men, but the truth is it’s the most common cause of death for men and women. Some of the symptoms of heart disease in women may look different, though.

Nov 1st, 2021

Understanding the Different Types of Vascular Ultrasound

If your doctor has recommended a vascular ultrasound, you may have some questions. In this post, we discuss the different types of vascular ultrasounds as well as describe the process so you know what to expect.

Oct 1st, 2021

Why You Should Never Ignore Hypertension

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is incredibly common — and also represents a severe threat to your health. Here’s what you need to know about hypertension and treatment.

Sep 7th, 2021

The Dangers of High Cholesterol

Understanding your cholesterol numbers can be confusing, and if you feel fine, do you really need to worry about high cholesterol? Here’s what you need to know when it comes to cholesterol.

Aug 6th, 2021

What Your Leg Pain Might Be Telling You

Do your legs feel heavy or achy? Aching legs can be the result of something as simple as standing on a hard surface day after day, or it could be a symptom of heart disease.

Jul 15th, 2021

Recognizing the Signs of Peripheral Artery Disease

Peripheral artery disease, or PAD, is a common condition that’s often undiagnosed but can lead to big problems. In this post we discuss the symptoms many people miss.

Jun 24th, 2021

The Many Benefits of a Pacemaker

If your doctor has recommended a pacemaker for you, you may be wondering what the benefits are. In this post we consider a few of the situations when a pacemaker is recommended as well as the benefits of having one.

May 24th, 2021

What to Expect During a Stress Test

If you’ve been told you need a stress test, you might wonder what to expect. Here, we explain why you might need such a test, what a test entails, and what you should expect during your stress test.

Apr 18th, 2021

Understanding Arrhythmia

The term arrhythmia refers to irregularities in your heartbeat. It’s a broad, general term, and if you’ve been told you have arrhythmia, it could mean several things.

Mar 17th, 2021

What Does That Pain in Your Chest Mean?

Pain in your chest can be scary. But there are several reasons your chest might hurt. In this post, we describe some of the reasons you could have chest pain, and what you should do.

Feb 10th, 2021

Is Shortness of Breath Ever Normal?

If you’ve had an episode or two of feeling short of breath, you may be thinking it’s no big deal. There are some instances in which shortness of breath isn’t cause for concern, but they’re relatively rare.

Jan 20th, 2021

Manage Your Hypertension with These Lifestyle Changes

Hypertension is incredibly common — more than 100 million Americans have high blood pressure — and profoundly dangerous. There are some simple lifestyle changes that can help keep your blood pressure in a normal range.

Dec 14th, 2020

Is There Such a Thing as Good Cholesterol?

Understanding cholesterol can be confusing. If you’ve been told that you have “high cholesterol” you might be wondering what that means, exactly. And, isn’t there such a thing as “good cholesterol”?

Nov 20th, 2020

The Link Between Thyroid Disorder and Hypertension

Your body’s systems are interconnected. A problem with your endocrine system, like thyroid disorder, can have a surprising impact on your cardiovascular system. In this post we discuss the link between thyroid disorder and hypertension.

Oct 1st, 2020

3 Common Causes of Chest Pain

If you’re experiencing chest pain, you should seek medical attention, but don’t assume you’re having a heart attack. This post describes three common causes of chest pain.

Sep 1st, 2020

Cardiology and COVID-19: What You Should Know

The global pandemic is a concern for everyone, but for people with heart disease, COVID-19 may be even more dangerous. Cardiology patients need to understand how the virus spreads, how to protect themselves, and what they should and should not do.

Aug 10th, 2020

These Noninvasive Tests Measure the Health of Your Heart

If your doctor recommends that you undergo testing to examine your heart health, there are several common, noninvasive tests that can help measure how well your heart is working.

Jul 17th, 2020

Does Shortness of Breath Mean I’m Having a Heart Attack?

If you’ve just climbed a flight of stairs, it’s not surprising to feel short of breath. But what if you’re sitting on your sofa and find it difficult to breathe? Does that mean you’re having a heart attack? Maybe.

Jun 1st, 2020

Most Common Causes for Heart Palpitations

Feeling your heartbeat change can be disconcerting. Most of the time a flutter, skipped beat, or flip-flopping feeling isn’t anything to worry about. This post describes some of the most common reasons you might experience heart palpitations.

May 28th, 2020

5 Tips for Keeping Your Cholesterol in Check

About 95 million Americans have total cholesterol levels higher than 200 mg/dL. If you’re one of them, we have some tips to help you keep your numbers in check.

Apr 27th, 2020

The Major Symptoms of Arrhythmia and What You Need to Do About Them

Arrhythmia, or an irregular heartbeat, can cause numerous symptoms, and may be caused by several underlying problems.

Mar 23rd, 2020

Telehealth: The Advantages of Telemedicine

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Feb 20th, 2024