Men’s Health Awareness Month
Manhattan Cardiology
by Manhattan Cardiology
2y ago
June is Men’s Health Month, 30 days dedicated to fostering discussion and education of some of the key health issues which affect men today. As cardiologists, this mission is important to us. While heart disease is the leading cause of death in men, tending to affect them at younger ages than women, one study showed that men are a third less likely to have gone to a doctor within the past year than women. It’s so important that we close that gap – it can literally save lives. How does heart disease affect men? Heart disease is the leading cause of death among men in the United States. Accordin ..read more
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Postpartum Preeclampsia
Manhattan Cardiology
by Manhattan Cardiology
2y ago
Dr. Denise Pate of Medical Offices of Manhattan, discusses postpartum preeclampsia, why it happens, how dangerous it can be, and what you can do to help prevent and treat it. What is postpartum preeclampsia? Preeclampsia is the development of hypertension and the onset of one of the following: protein in urine, low platelet count, abnormal kidney function, abnormal liver function, new headaches, shortness of breath or visual changes. Postpartum preeclampsia is the above but developing these symptoms more than 2 days but less than 6 weeks after delivery. What are risk factors for postpartum pre ..read more
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Erectile Dysfunction & Heart Disease
Manhattan Cardiology
by Manhattan Cardiology
2y ago
Erectile dysfunction is a subject that can be surrounded by feelings of insecurity, embarrassment, even shame, but it’s something that we should be able to discuss openly. Difficulty achieving an erection is something that more than half of men likely experience at some point in their lives, but erectile dysfunction, in which this occurs repeatedly over a period of time, is not normal and may also be related to an underlying medical issue. What causes erectile dysfunction? Sexual arousal may seem like a pretty basic thing, but the simple ability to achieve and maintain an erection can be affec ..read more
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6 Exercises to Boost Your Heart Health
Manhattan Cardiology
by Manhattan Cardiology
2y ago
It’s probably not news to you that staying physically active is an important part of a heart-healthy lifestyle. The heart is a muscle, and regular exercise is essential to keeping it strong. Moving your body on a frequent basis is also important to preventing harmful buildup of plaque and cholesterol in the bloodstream, and shedding extra weight that may force your heart to work harder. All of these are key to avoiding long-term cardiovascular issues like heart disease and stroke, but for many of us the realities of the pandemic have ruled out going to the gym and other types of exercise which ..read more
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The Effect Stress Has On Your Heart
Manhattan Cardiology
by Manhattan Cardiology
2y ago
Our Physician Assistant, Rebecca Kraskow, discusses the effects stress has on your heart.   What effect does stress have on your heart? If you’ve been unusually stressed out lately, you’re certainly not alone. With the events of the past year, it’s completely understandable to be feeling a little bit more frazzled than usual. However, it is important to find ways to mitigate your stress levels, and not just for the sake of your mental health. Too much stress can be detrimental to your heart health. It has been shown to increase your blood pressure and heart rate, causing your heart to wor ..read more
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The Effect Caffeine Has On Your Heart
Manhattan Cardiology
by Manhattan Cardiology
2y ago
Dr. Kambiz Shekib of our sister brand, Medical Offices of Manhattan discusses the effects caffeine has on your heart. Sources: UpToDate & AHA   What effect does a high caffeine intake have on your heart? Caffeine is a most commonly utilized drug in the world; found in everyday products which include tea, coffee, sodas, and energy supplements. Compared to other drugs, caffeine is consumed through generally longer durations increasing its quantity in a person’s body. The general average quantity of caffeine per serving, measured in milligrams, is approximately 100 in black teas and regu ..read more
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Drinking Alcohol with Heart Disease
Manhattan Cardiology
by Manhattan Cardiology
2y ago
It’s unlikely that there are many people who would try to make the argument that drinking alcohol is actually good for you, but there can be a somewhat surprising amount of confusion over how drinking actually affects your heart. For people who’ve already had a heart attack or are dealing with high blood pressure or heart disease, it’s doubly important to get accurate information about how booze can impact the cardiovascular system.   What does alcohol do to your heart? Alcohol has a number of effects on the heart, both in the short and the long term. When you take a drink, the immediate ..read more
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What Is Holiday Heart Syndrome?
Manhattan Cardiology
by tidalwave-admin
3y ago
Even if you’re not typically much of a drinker, there’s typically a greater temptation to tie one on during special occasions, and the winter holidays are no exception. ‘Tis the season to be jolly, but too much cheer can be harmful to your cardiovascular health, and this is the case even if knocking back a few is something of a one-off for you. While it’s okay to enjoy some boozy drinks from time to time, researchers have found that the effects of binge drinking on your heart can linger even weeks after the hangover is long gone. This results in an annual heart attack spike of about 15% in the ..read more
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How to Recognize Stroke Symptoms
Manhattan Cardiology
by tidalwave-admin
3y ago
Stroke is one of the most common and dangerous cardiovascular complications affecting Americans, with roughly 800,000 cases occurring annual in the United States. This medical condition causes one in six cardiovascular deaths nationwide – an American dies from a stroke roughly every four minutes – and is also one of the leading causes of long-term disability in older adults. While this condition primarily affects people over the age of 55 or who have specific genetic and lifestyle risk factors, strokes are not limited to any specific age group or demographic cohort. They can happen to anyone ..read more
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Is Turkey Good For Your Heart?
Manhattan Cardiology
by tidalwave-admin
3y ago
If there’s a natural cheat day built into the calendar, Thanksgiving is probably it. In general, it’s okay to loosen your diet regimen a little bit on turkey day, but you should try to keep track of what you’re putting in your body. There are the obvious unhealthy foods we associate with the holidays – stuffing, pecan pie, and so on – but what about the bird itself? Turkey is often touted as a heart-healthy alternative to other proteins, but the truth is not quite as simple as that. While a turkey burger is definitely better for you than a beef patty, how healthy it actually is depends on the ..read more
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