Heart Health

In recognition of Heart Health Month, it’s a good time to take stock of what you’re doing to help ensure a healthy heart as you age. Heart disease remains the number one killer in our country and in women, a diagnosis of heart disease means you’re more likely to die…

Chances are if you’re over 65, you’re likely dealing with hypertension or high blood pressure. Statistics are that up to 80% of people over 65 have measurable high blood pressure. Aging can definitely contribute to hypertension, so keeping track of where you stand is important. For a broad overview of…

Maybe you’re one of those people who never even think about your blood pressure except when you’re at the doctor’s office for a check-up. That might be a mistake, however, especially as you’re getting older or if others in your family suffer from high blood pressure. The reality is, high…

If you’re taking a statin to control high cholesterol, when you head out to dinner do you resist ordering the steak with buttery potatoes? Or do you cheat because you think the statin will cover your concerns? While it’s true that not all high cholesterol foods will raise your cholesterol…

Those who suffer from high blood pressure probably understand why it’s called a “silent killer.” Often there are few if any symptoms to alert you to a problem and it’s only when there’s an acute crisis do you realize the danger you’re in. So, unless you’re vigilant with your meds…

Aspirin, or its earlier incarnations, has been around for thousands of years as an effective pain management remedy. And it’s been prescribed in a low-dose baby aspirin formula for decades as an effective preventive strategy for people who are at risk for a 2nd heart attack or stroke, or for people at high risk for…