Insomnia Can Raise Your Risk of Cancer and Heart Disease
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 20, 2019
Millions of Americans complain of sleepless nights now and then, but what if it becomes ongoing and even chronic? Not getting enough sleep can lead to bigger problems than being drowsy at work. According to a new study, those who are middle-aged and have hypertension, type 2 diabetes, heart disease or have had a stroke
The Holter Monitor for Heart Monitoring
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 16, 2019
If your Cardiologist has suggested to you the idea of needing to monitor your heart rhythms the name Holter Monitor likely came up. While this is easy to do for a patient lying in a hospital bed, that becomes an expensive and often unnecessary proposition. Pre 1960’s there was no at-home option for 24/7 monitoring.
How To Know if Chest Pain Require Medical Attention?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: December 4, 2019
Experiencing chest pain can be terrifying. It is only natural to assume the worse. While chest pain can be a symptom of a heart attack, it can also signal many other conditions – some serious, and some not so serious. How do you know if your chest pain requires a trip to the emergency room,
Heart Disease – How Can I Help Prevent It?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 20, 2019
Heart disease includes a variety of conditions related to the heart, the blood vessels, or both. Though the fatality rate has lessened in recent years, heart disease is still currently the number one cause of death globally, a statistic that is likely to keep its place for many years to come. While heart disease most
Do I Need A Stress Test?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 14, 2019
We often have patients come in and say “I think I need a stress test”. We then ask why it is they feel they may need to have the test done. Often we find that patients have no symptoms that would indicate the need for a stress test. No chest pain or shortness of breath
The Correlation Between Heart Disease and Diabetes
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: November 12, 2019
Both diabetes and heart disease are two extremely prevalent conditions in our society. Most people believe the two to be completely seperate when there actually is a very real link. Approximately 65% of people with type 2 diabetes will die from heart disease or stroke. Adults with type 2 diabetes are up to four times
Can Heart Disease Be Prevented?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 28, 2019
You may wonder what you can do to help prevent heart disease, especially if you have a family history. Though the mortality rate has lessened in recent years, heart disease is still the number one leading cause of death worldwide. This statistic is likely to remain for years to come. Heart disease most commonly affects
Heart Issues and Cold Medicine – What You Need to Know
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 23, 2019
With the onset of colder weather as the fall months are here and the winter season is approaching as much as we love the coziness of a fireplace or the soothing warmth of a pumpkin spice latte it also signals the start of cold and flu season. While there is still no cure for the
What All Women Should Know About Heart Health
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: October 11, 2019
For several years running heart disease has remained the number one cause of death for women in the United States. This doesn’t have to be the case if we can get enough women to sit up and pay attention to the risk factors and from there live a more healthful lifestyle – it just may keep
Should You Go For a Regular Cardiovascular Check Up?
Posted by: Tampa Cardio
On: September 20, 2019
While not everyone needs to see a cardiologist on a regular basis if you have a pre-existing cardiovascular condition, have suffered a stroke or a heart attack, you may find your physician suggesting strongly that you maintain a check-up at regular intervals to ensure heart health. Regularly checking in on your heart can ward off
