Heart Disease Remains the #1 Cause of Death

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: February 21, 2023

Heart disease remains the number 1 cause of death in the USA and globally. It is responsible for 16% of the world’s deaths due to illness. It is followed closely by cancer. It is for this reason we wanted to make everyone aware of the signs of heart disease and to remind you that it’s

Things That Can Harm Your Heart Health You Might Not Realize

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: February 1, 2023

Let’s face it no matter how well you take care of yourself, health information in 2023 has gotten convoluted and confusing. It is a challenge to know who to trust and who to listen to. We wanted to give you a quick and dirty list of things to be aware of that can place you

Coronary Angioplasty and Stent Insertion

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: January 12, 2023

You often hear of patients having to have a stent put into their heart, during a coronary angioplasty following a cardiac event. As it has become a regular procedure in recent years, we wanted to write an article to increase awareness of what this procedure is and what it entails, should it become necessary for

Facing Cardiac Rehabilitation

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: December 28, 2022

If you have experienced a cardiac event such as a heart attack, angioplasty, heart surgery, or have heart failure it means that the muscle of your heart has been through trauma. It has been weakened. Just like any other muscle in the body, if it is weak, it will leave it open to further injury

Acute Coronary Syndrome, Explained

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: December 19, 2022

You may never have heard of Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS for short), but we are sure you are more familiar with the terms heart attack and unstable angina. These both fall under the umbrella of ACS. It is a blanket term that covers any sudden condition where the heart muscle becomes unexpectedly blocked. The blockage

Easy Exercises to Help Increase Circulation

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: December 6, 2022

When it comes to heart health the wellness of your cardiovascular system should be priority #1. If you are looking for ways to help ensure and promote good heart health movement is key. It is widely known that regular exercise can help improve cardiovascular health. It can lower the risk of developing heart disease as

Tips for Travel to Help Reduce the Risk of Deep Vein Thrombosis

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: November 15, 2022

The holiday season is approaching. Many of you will be traveling to visit family and friends. Before you start planning your trip, we want to remind you about the risks of deep vein thrombosis that travel presents. It is important to take the necessary precautions to avoid this complication if you are at risk. A

A Look at Prevention and Treatment of Arteriosclerosis

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: November 7, 2022

Vascular arteriosclerosis is a type of vascular disease that can be caused by various factors including uncontrolled ongoing high blood pressure and cholesterol. There are three different ways that arteriosclerosis can manifest and present itself. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) When plaque buildup forms in a coronary artery, it can block the flow of blood to

The Brain and Heart Health Connection – You Might Be Surprised!

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: November 4, 2022

You may not realize it but the heart and brain health hold a direct connection. By keeping your heart healthy you also reduce the chance of brain-related issues such as dementia and stroke. How this connection works Your heart is responsible for pumping blood through the entire body to all organs. Damaged blood vessels can