How Serious is High Blood Pressure Anyway?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 10, 2022
If you have had your blood pressure taken and received some higher-than-normal readings, you may begin to wonder if you need to do something about it. Your doctor may recommend that you track your measurements at home for a while as well at your next visit. If your readings continue to be in the unacceptable
Myocarditis and COVID – Is there a Connection?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 3, 2022
Covid-19, the Coronavirus has hit the world hard. A good chunk of the population has experienced COVID firsthand with more falling ill daily. This includes both those who are and are not vaccinated. The symptoms seem to vary from person to person depending on age, other underlying health factors, and the state of their immune
Did You Know That ‘Cankles’ are Not Just Fat, But a Medical Condition?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 28, 2021
You may have noticed that some people have a lack of a slimming down at the ankle. It instead looks more like the leg goes directly into the foot merging as one. It has been assumed that it was a genetic formation of the body where fat was deposited at and around the entire ankle.
A Heart Murmur – What is it?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 26, 2021
While being told you have a heart murmur may seem scary the majority of heart murmurs are harmless. While it’s a common term its an often misunderstood one. Tampa Cardiovascular Associates wanted to jump in with a simple overview, so you are better informed. A Note: When talking about underlying heart issues it can be
The Stress of 2021 is Getting to Many – Broken Heart Syndrome is on the Rise
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 5, 2021
Stressed out? You need to read this… It was once believed to be an old wives’ tale, that someone could be so sad, so stressed, or so distraught that it could break their heart on a physical level. The truth isn’t so far from fable. Stress can impact your body in powerfully negative ways. When
Heart Rhythm Disorders
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 18, 2021
A large percentage of the population will experience abnormal heart beats (Arrhythmias) within their lifetime. Most of the time these off beats are harmless. They can happen in perfectly healthy people who show no sign of heart disease. There are, however, some types of heartbeat abnormalities that can be serious and even potentially deadly. Heart
Stress Raises Blood Pressure – Helpful Tips To DeStress in Crazy Times
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 24, 2021
2021 Has been filled with reasons to stress out. Just turn on the news for 10 minutes and you will have at least a dozen potential culprits. Friends and family at odds with each other over politics and world events and social media stirring the pot on a daily basis. We thought it might be
Is It Just Anxiety? – Heart Palpitations and What They Could Mean for Your Health
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 1, 2021
Heart palpitations are easy to interoperate when we are nervous about something. They are understandable in these times. Stressful situations can cause us to get the butterflies. But what if you begin to feel heart flutters, palpitations, and can’t seem to calm yourself when there is literally nothing going on? Our bodies react to stressors
Tips to Help Improve Circulation from Tampa Cardiovascular Associates
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 30, 2021
Ready to improve your blood flow and feel better? Good circulation is vital for optimal health. Blood circulation allows oxygen and other vital nutrients to be carried to all areas and organs of the body. It keeps your heart healthy, your brain focused, and even wounds heal faster. Circulation helps your immune system operate at
Love, Joy, Sorrow and Other Emotions Have an Effect on Heart Health
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: August 9, 2021
How are YOU feeling? We all experience stress in our daily lives but when “stressed out” becomes your new normal its time to put your foot down and do something about it. Stress, unlike something such as genetics, is a controllable and manageable factor. Life in 2021 is a roller coaster. There is so much
