Heart Disease Prevention
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: April 5, 2022
Especially if you have a family history of heart disease you may find yourself wondering, as you age, what you can do to help prevent it. Heart disease is an umbrella term that encompasses a variety of conditions that relate to the heart, the blood vessels, or both. Heart disease is still currently the number
Why You Might Need to See a Cardiologist
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 11, 2022
How are you feeling? Your heart is one of the most crucial organs in your body. It’s also one of the hardest working. It beats 100,000 times in just one day alone. That is why it is very important to take care of your heart and work preventatively to keep it in the best possible
How a Paleo Diet Affects the Heart
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: March 1, 2022
Cardiovascular disease is responsible for 30% of all deaths worldwide. Because of this, it is important to take note of things that may negatively impact your heart health. The Paleo diet is based on foods commonly eaten during the Stone Age. This diet suggests eating things that were around during that time and eliminating processed,
Can Heart Disease Be Prevented?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: January 17, 2022
If you have a family history of heart disease you may wonder, proactively, if there is anything you can do to help prevent succumbing to the same fate as your elders. The truth is while there is no foolproof way to avoid heart issues, especially genetic ones, there are certainly steps you can take to
Take an Active Role in Managing Your Health – Help Prevent Heart Disease
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 13, 2021
The best time to think about heart disease is before it presents. If you have a family history including heart disease in older family members you could be at an elevated risk. Being proactive in your health care can go a long way. Heart disease encompasses a variety of conditions related to the heart, the
Would You Recognize the Signs of a Heart Attack?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 6, 2021
In the USA, someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds. That is 805,000 heart attack events per year. The survival rate for a first heart attack is 90-97% if you get medical attention right away. If you are not hospitalized right away the chance of surviving drops to 50%. While the survival rate
Learn the Contributing Factors to Heart Disease
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 23, 2021
Heart disease is still the number one worldwide cause of death. We wanted to let you know that there are steps you can take to strengthen your heart and have a healthy circulatory system. Certain habits and lifestyle choices can make you more prone to developing heart disease. Knowledge is power and we want to
A Look at Heart Catheterization
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 12, 2021
Heart Catheterization is not a first line treatment and is reserved for serious heart-based issues. It is not always a pleasant experience but when it is utilized it is medically necessary to provide proper treatment and the best possible outcome. It is a safe procedure and virtually pain free. We have found that by fully
COVID-19 and Heart Rate Issues – Get the Facts
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 10, 2021
Do you have covid or are recovering from it? While thankfully most who recover from Covid make a full recovery some who aren’t quite so lucky are experiencing lingering heart issues. What is being seen is very minimal exertion leading directly to an increased heart rate and even palpitations. This is in patients who prior
Ventricular Fibrillation Happens Without Warning
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 26, 2021
Ventricular Fibrillation happens without warning and stops the heart from working. Ventricular fibrillation is an increased rate chaotic heart rhythm that takes place in the lower chambers of the heart. In cases of VF, the heart loses the ability to effectively pump blood. This results in an almost immediate drop in blood pressure which results
