Fainting Spells Demystified

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: March 8, 2023

Although fainting is often associated with dramatic scenes in old-fashioned movies, it’s actually a sign that a serious medical condition is present. In the medical world, it’s referred to as syncope, and it can last for a brief amount of time. A fainting spell is usually caused by a lack of blood flow and oxygen

It Just Might Be Time to See a Nutritionist

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: March 1, 2023

When it comes to your health and way of eating, nothing is more valuable than the advice of a licensed nutritionist or dietician. Cookie-cutter diets don’t cut it. No two people have the exact same dietary needs. Nutritional specialists have special knowledge and understanding of how what we put into our bodies has on the

A Look at Heart Attack Recovery

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: February 27, 2023

A heart attack can be one of the most frightening events a person can go through. Panic is the first emotion felt, blended with fear. For those who survive, the recovery is vital for quality of life going forward. A heart attack’s effects can vary depending on the degree of damage done to the heart.

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