https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/rss-feedRSS feed for Heart and Vascular Blogen{A95BFF33-6A8F-4F7E-9AED-79A8BEE043AF}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2021/april/when-is-it-safe-for-an-athlete-with-a-heart-condition-to-return-to-playReturning to a sport or exercise regimen after an injury can be daunting. Doing so after being diagnosed with a heart condition can feel like a life-or-death decision.Wed, 14 Apr 2021 20:00:00 -0400{038F9DC9-03C5-4AD2-9FE0-674B59EDEBFA}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2021/january/rethink-your-weight-loss-resolutionObesity is a known risk factor for heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes because it’s linked to high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and high triglycerides. Education alone does not solve this problem. Learn how small tweaks to your lifestyle can be beneficial to your health. Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500{7AF7E1EA-CE0E-496D-9303-77B838EB8F0A}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/december/why-can-you-feel-your-pulse-in-your-stomachHave you ever noticed your pulse in certain parts of your body but not others? Let’s explore why you can feel your heartbeat in places other than your chest. Fri, 11 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500{6F630599-E2B8-45CE-B1B8-E129AF96EF48}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/december/what-causes-high-blood-pressureHere’s what you should know about high blood pressure—also known as hypertension. Wed, 09 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500{AACBEFAB-284D-4103-955E-07A721AA8BF8}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/august/4-silent-heart-attack-signs A silent heart attack may have few, if any, symptoms. Here are the signs to look for that may save your life or the life of someone you love.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500{F0F72BA6-69C4-4706-AA70-C34553E75196}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2016/may/shortness-of-breathShortness of breath happens to everyone sometimes, but when it’s constant, it might mean an underlying health problem.Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500{B6F5E9D6-514D-41B5-BBDB-50D720E23601}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/october/vaping-and-your-heart-what-we-know-so-farVaping is more than a passing fad: 3,500 adolescents start vaping every day, and one in 20 Americans use e-cigarettes today.Fri, 16 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400{30866A0C-1B03-483C-A6D5-712D250BA4CF}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/october/how-do-social-determinants-of-health-affect-heart-careYou may have heard the term “social determinants of health” but not known exactly what it meant. Put simply, social determinants are the factors that determine how easy or hard it is for someone to get good medical care and live a healthy life.Thu, 15 Oct 2020 20:00:00 -0400{B4B89B8C-E7FA-430E-A2D7-AE2599626689}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/october/can-you-live-with-an-aortic-aneurysmWith the right information, you can help to prevent, detect and manage an aortic aneurysm.Wed, 14 Oct 2020 20:00:00 -0400{DD7DBBCB-18C3-46EC-A6EF-FBAB957C81C5}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/august/avoid-these-foods-if-you-have-heart-failureIf you’re living with heart failure, making some simple adjustments to your diet can improve your quality of life. Like, eliminating certain foods and drinks from your diet, especially things that increase fluid retention, contribute to blood sugar problems, or lead to obesity. Thu, 27 Aug 2020 20:00:00 -0400{20F09F31-7428-4D25-8B4B-D322C1901DAA}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/august/12-reasons-to-see-a-cardiologistChances are at some point you’ve thought about whether or not to see a cardiologist. General cardiologists are practitioners that focus on the heart. If you are at risk for heart disease, a routine check-up with this specialized physician can help you to be on top of your heart health!Fri, 21 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400{BEF58695-3A13-40B2-A398-8CE7A6EDFB22}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/august/everything-you-need-to-know-about-cardiac-catheterizationCardiologists use a procedure called cardiac catheterization to see how well your heart is working. We discuss what this procedure entails and how you’ll prepare for and recover from it.Sun, 09 Aug 2020 20:00:00 -0400{A42A6871-5E07-4DC7-9A58-5F50624922D5}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/june/heart-and-vascular-telemedicine-visitHere are a few steps and expectations for before, during and after a heart and vascular telemedicine visit. Wed, 08 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400{242B7BFC-D7B0-4F80-A5D3-886A25A85592}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/june/delaney-donaghy-family-storyIn the last four years, Delaney Donaghy’s father has survived three widowmaker heart attacks. She credits his remarkable survival to the care he’s received at Penn Medicine.Sun, 28 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0400{3C1E25AC-6B9B-4772-A1DE-A80A31E16372}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/june/meet-doctor-michael-fradleyMeet Dr. Michael Fradley: Cardio-Oncologist and ElectrophysiologistFri, 26 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0400{01A216C8-F820-4E4E-AE47-75CC70E4F245}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/june/coronavirus-and-heart-diseaseLearn the role heart disease and high blood pressure play in coronavirus risk, and who’s most at risk for heart complications from severe COVID-19 illness.Wed, 03 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0400{51B81BE8-3CA1-40F0-AB19-6F77675D5FF1}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/june/keeping-your-heart-healthy-during-covidLearn 5 ways to keep your heart healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic — especially if you have a chronic heart condition.Wed, 03 Jun 2020 20:00:00 -0400{2C2B5AA8-7793-4249-99B6-15991E7B58A8}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/may/recovering-from-heart-surgery-during-covid19Learn how to recover from heart surgery during COVID-19 by taking a few extra a precautions. Fri, 29 May 2020 20:00:00 -0400{21021589-27CD-4E86-9DE9-B686C6D1B445}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/may/cardiomems-remote-monitoring-for-heart-failure-patientsThere is a new remote monitoring option called the CardioMEMS HF System that allows heart failure patients to be monitored from home. Wed, 13 May 2020 20:00:00 -0400{C649A569-7E29-40D3-A9D6-FF38DD432A96}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/april/keep-your-heart-health-on-track-during-covid19To help your heart “keep calm and carry on” during COVID-19, try these simple suggestions.Wed, 22 Apr 2020 20:00:00 -0400{3548CC75-D41A-4EE3-9CF2-85F476F2FFAC}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/march/working-from-homeWorking from home may sound like a dream, but it can quickly lead to a sedentary life. Here are a few tips to help you get moving. Thu, 19 Mar 2020 20:00:00 -0400{4ACD8EE8-9866-409B-954E-8731848AB8D5}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/february/8-things-every-woman-should-know-about-her-heartHere are eight things women should understand about their heart and their risk for cardiovascular disease. Tue, 25 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0500{B579646E-B476-437B-A710-1100A0AA8B71}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/february/what-is-a-stress-testWhat exactly is a stress test, and what can you expect during the procedure?Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500{AC42D868-441D-4F71-B285-75358F7AFECE}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/february/heart-disease-in-the-information-ageWe previously shared 5 Tips for Managing and Treating Heart Disease in the Information Age. For heart month, we rounded up five more!Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500{BDF569D2-1E96-4D7A-A204-D128999D0BD8}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/february/good-for-meIf you are scratching your head about certain food trends, here's what the latest research says.Tue, 11 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0500{8705E1D8-3FE4-41BD-A53E-9C04D2E5B6F1}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/february/talking-to-your-loved-ones-about-heart-healthHere are five additional things to consider when talking to a loved one about their heart healthMon, 03 Feb 2020 19:00:00 -0500{7F97D3F1-E9D2-44E2-AF44-37B0AA341FDC}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/february/how-to-find-and-choose-a-cardiologistBelieve it or not, there are many different reasons that people seek out the care of a cardiologist. From those without symptoms to those with active disease, cardiologists comprise a specialty that is geared toward both the prevention and treatment of heart disease.Sun, 02 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500{DF8E52FB-A846-4ED4-8C4F-292F15BA50C6}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2020/january/meal-planning-with-prediabetesIf you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes, follow these five mealtime modifications to help manage your symptoms and discover a healthy new you.Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500{BBD8230A-FECD-4444-8138-8D66E24C29FD}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/december/camaraderie-in-heart-healthCardiac rehab sessions gave Janice Byers much more than just a healthy heart. Learn more about Janice's story and her newfound friendship with fellow patient, Anna Wheeler.Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500{A61B32DD-7F40-4D50-BAE1-995DDD4CE916}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/december/heart-palpitationsIf your heart skips a bit, is it because of excitement or a heart condition? Found out more about heart palpitations and when to see your provider.Mon, 02 Dec 2019 19:00:00 -0500{B2CBC56C-67F0-412E-812F-62C8E7184805}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/november/mitral-valve-prolapseMitral valve prolapse is the most common heart valve condition in the United States. For many, it's not considered dangerous, but it does need to be monitored and managed. Here's what you should know if you've been diagnosed. Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500{1DE9B340-1F9B-4A27-A6A4-A1D08BBA4ED1}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/november/leaky-heart-valveWhen heart valves work perfectly, blood moves in only one direction. But some valves don’t close tightly enough, causing blood to leak backward or to squeeze past closed valves. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment of leaky heart valves. Thu, 07 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500{0A93F209-1D4A-484F-9A5F-8812E3EB80BB}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/november/mitral-valveThe mitral valve is one of four heart valves that keep blood flowing in the right direction. Learn how to keep your mitral valve healthy and reduce your risk of heart valve problems.Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0400{11A97A44-93F2-40B3-8831-1EF420A02A53}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/september/how-5-bad-habits-affect-heart-healthHeart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the US. Learn more about how to keep your hearth healthy by avoiding these 5 habits.Wed, 09 Oct 2019 20:00:00 -0400{07E529E0-E615-4BCF-964A-93F0A6A34836}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/august/5-ways-to-care-for-your-aortic-valveThe largest of the heart’s four valves is the aortic valve. Learn 5 ways to care for your aortic valve. Thu, 22 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400{83BE4F7C-FE2B-455B-BA02-94F33C940501}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/august/2019-o2breathe-walk-teamJoin the Penn Medicine and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia team at the 2019 O2breathe Walk! Mon, 19 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0400{BC21CB70-90EB-40A7-A49F-D363FF477DB8}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/august/meet-cardiovascular-surgeon-dr-marisa-cevascoWe sat down with Penn Medicine’s new cardiovascular surgeon, Dr. Marisa Cevasco, to learn a bit about herself and what motivated her to pursue a career in cardiac surgery. Tue, 13 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0400{C53478C2-B326-410B-9DFC-D7A1ECFD79EB}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/august/join-penn-medicines-2019-philadelphia-heart-walk-teamJoin the Penn Medicine community, American Heart Association (AHA) and people of all ages at the 2019 Philadelphia Heart Walk Saturday, November 2nd at Citizen's Bank Park to support the fight against heart disease and stroke!Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400{945E0E82-39BF-4258-A28C-02C57EC207C4}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/august/working-with-a-cardiologistCardiologists are doctors who have extra education and training in preventing, diagnosing and treating heart conditions. Learn why you might need to see with a doctor who specializes in heart conditions. Sun, 11 Aug 2019 20:00:00 -0400{07C32F47-0C51-476E-982C-EE9ED08F33C0}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/july/heart-attacks-and-young-womenThe number of young women who are hospitalized from a heart attack is increasing, and these women are less likely than men to receive the right treatment. Hear from Jennifer Lewey, MD, Director of the Penn Women’s Cardiovascular Center about the possible reasons why. Wed, 03 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400{B9C37708-A262-4C08-8642-859AA23A88A5}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/july/try-a-new-fitness-activity-this-summerMark your calendars! Now that summer is in full swing, it’s time to shake up your fitness routine and try something new. The Philadelphia region boasts lots of low-cost, unique fitness events that will get your heart pumping. Mon, 01 Jul 2019 20:00:00 -0400{F546DCBB-9937-4920-B4F5-E43CF9E82C7C}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/june/blood-pressure-knowing-your-numbers-and-how-to-control-themDr. Robert Norris discusses the importance of knowing your blood pressure numbers and what they mean for living a healthy lifestyle.Fri, 21 Jun 2019 00:00:00 -0400{EFC912CA-C79A-4F4B-8892-37D640ED0A3B}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/june/lyme-carditisLyme carditis only occurs in about 1% of lyme's disease cases, but it can have serious effects. Here's what you need to know.Thu, 13 Jun 2019 20:00:00 -0400{B2673C3C-F140-48C0-8BB9-B6331528C219}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/april/becoming-a-beacon-for-bicuspid-aortic-valve-diseaseThe largest heart valve program in Philadelphia and the Mid-Atlantic region grew even bigger with the opening of Penn’s Center for Bicuspid Aortic Valve Diseases.Mon, 01 Apr 2019 20:00:00 -0400{0B3A4B83-C854-4CA1-9372-661016345E61}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/march/gum-disease-and-heart-diseaseYou might think the mouth and heart don’t have much in common. But increasing evidence suggests they may be closely linked. Sun, 03 Mar 2019 19:00:00 -0500{83A600BE-74F6-4122-A356-0863AD7A48B8}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/february/so-youve-taken-the-heart-risk-assessmentCongratulations! If you’re reading this, you have likely taken a huge step in preventing heart disease. You’ve found out your risk. Many times, taking the first step can be the most difficult step of all. Now it’s time to take control of your own heart health.Tue, 26 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500{1D47D591-1327-4CDA-8AB6-FF545CBFF0E1}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/february/blood-pressure-medication-recallOver the last few months, dozens of medications prescribed to people with high blood pressure have been recalled because they contain small amounts of chemicals that may cause cancer.Tue, 12 Feb 2019 19:00:00 -0500{4DAD63D9-53EC-4224-8F0C-5A37603709A5}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/february/before-you-shovel-snow-know-the-signs-of-heart-attackShoveling snow is a strenuous exercise that can put undue strain on the heart. Factor in cold air, which constricts the blood vessels and increases blood pressure, and you have a dangerous combination for people with coronary artery disease or other forms of heart disease.Mon, 11 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500{BF768BA9-E357-4379-8A98-F8B942DBE633}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/january/5-superfoods-to-improve-heart-healthAdding nutrient-rich superfoods to your diet can improve your heart health – and add delicious variety to your plate.Thu, 31 Jan 2019 19:00:00 -0500{2EB38C23-626B-499F-9952-D5AA91C17AD2}https://www.pennmedicine.org/updates/blogs/heart-and-vascular-blog/2019/february/give-your-heart-a-restExercise and nutritious foods aren’t the only things that can boost your heart health. The better night's sleep you get, the healthier your heart will be. Thu, 31 Jan 2019 19:00:00 -0500