Tag: cardiology
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Smoking and Blood Pressure: What Urine Tests Reveal About Risk
New evidence links smoking to higher blood pressure Smokers may face an elevated risk of high blood pressure beyond the well-known harms to heart health. A contemporary analysis suggests that smoking is not just part of a broader cluster of risky behaviors but may independently raise blood pressure. The study underscores a clearer signal when…
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New Horizons in Heart Failure Treatment: Clinician Education
Introduction: A new ACC program to elevate heart failure care The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is launching Transformation of HF Care: New Horizons in Treatment, an 18-month education program designed to equip clinicians with the latest advances in heart failure (HF) management. The initiative seeks to bridge gaps between evolving research and everyday practice,…
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Walking 30 Minutes a Day: A Heart-Healthy, Life-Changing Habit
Why 30 Minutes of Walking Matters for Your Heart Cardiologists agree that a daily walk of about 30 minutes is one of the most powerful and accessible habits for protecting heart health. It’s not just about burning calories; walking strengthens the heart, improves circulation, and helps keep blood pressure in check. In a world where…
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Walking 30 Minutes Daily: A Game-Changing Heart Habit
Walking as Free Therapy for the Heart and Mind Walking 30 minutes a day is more than just a way to get from A to B. It’s a simple, accessible habit that doctors and cardiologists say can dramatically improve heart health, lower blood pressure, and boost mood. The benefits accrue with consistency, turning a small…
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Walking 10,000 Steps: Who Should Avoid It and Why
Rethinking the 10,000-Step Benchmark The idea of walking 10,000 steps a day has become a global fitness mantra. Yet this target did not originate from medical research. It emerged from a marketing campaign for a pedometer in Japan in the 1960s and later gained popularity as a simple, easy-to-remember goal. While daily steps can improve…
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Five Heart-Healthy Gestures from Cardiologist Dr. José Abellán
Five Heart-Healthy Gestures from a Leading Cardiologist As World Heart Day approaches on September 29, many of us reassess how everyday choices influence heart health. Cardiologist Dr. José Abellán outlines five practical gestures that people can adopt to safeguard their cardiovascular system. His approach blends lifestyle changes with a careful eye on supplements, emphasizing that…
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Five Heart-Healthy Gestures From Cardiologist José Abellán
World Heart Day and the voice of a cardiologist World Heart Day, observed every September 29, serves as a global reminder to protect what keeps us alive: our hearts. In this spirit, renowned cardiologist José Abellán shares five practical gestures to safeguard cardiovascular health. While medical advice is personal, his public guidance centers on accessible…
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Cardiologist José Abellán: Five Gestures to Protect Heart
Cardiologist José Abellán: Five Gestures to Protect Heart World Heart Day, observed each year on September 29, shines a light on cardiovascular health and prevention. Cardiologist José Abellán outlines five simple gestures that anyone can adopt to protect the heart, blending lifestyle choices with careful attention to medications and supplements. The core message is clear:…
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Healing More Than the Heart: Stephanie MacAlpine’s Journey Today
Diagnosed young, living with a genetic heart disease Stephanie MacAlpine knows what it’s like to live with a heart that’s failing. Diagnosed with a genetic heart disease at just two years old, she battled symptoms for decades. From irregular heartbeats to shortness of breath and fatigue, daily life required constant awareness—medication reminders, clinic visits, and…
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Healing more than the heart: A journey with genetic heart disease
Healing more than the heart: Stephanie MacAlpine’s story Stephanie MacAlpine knows what it’s like to live with a heart that’s failing. Diagnosed with a genetic heart disease at just two years old, she spent decades battling symptoms that stretched beyond the chest. From irregular heartbeats to shortness of breath and frequent fainting spells, the condition…