Karen Huskins and her parents were celebrating at her friend’s wedding reception on Memorial Day weekend when Karen’s mother, Harriet, went into cardiac arrest. It was a terrifying moment for everyone. “Mom had told me earlier that she didn’t feel well,” says Karen. “She thought she just had heartburn, so she brushed off the symptoms […]
At age 44, Molly Anderson was seemingly in good health. She had no risk factors for heart disease, lived an active life and was happily running her own thriving jewelry business — mollybeads. As she prepared for a jewelry trunk show in the North Carolina mountains in the fall of 2018, Molly didn’t feel quite […]
Minimally-invasive IntraVascular Lithotripsy Procedure Breaks Up Calcium in Blocked Arteries for Stent Placement in High-Risk Patients For high-risk patients with complex coronary artery disease, treatment options are often limited. That’s because undergoing surgery for many patients with a variety of health complications simply isn’t an option – the risk of complications is just too […]
Health experts spend a lot of time talking about unhealthy foods to avoid like those high in fat, sugar and cholesterol. But with so many great foods to choose from, it’s worth taking the time to learn about the natural, unprocessed foods that provide the greatest health benefits. These “superfoods” can and should be incorporated […]
Congenital Heart Disease Facts Congenital heart disease (CHD) is the MOST common birth defect affecting one in 100 babies born in the United States. There are approximately one million children and 1.4 million adults with congenital heart disease living today. In the US, diseases of the heart are the #1 cause of mortality in children, […]
As a cardiologist specializing in heart failure, I’ve become acutely aware of how holiday choices can impact your physical and emotional health. My goal is to help you enjoy a holiday season that is merry and bright. So let’s go over a few holiday tips that are great for everyone – but are especially important […]
*This article was re-printed from WakeMed Heart to Heart Magazine. Subscribe Today! COVID-19 brings so many questions for all of us, but for patients with heart disease – those questions often come with greater worry from people who are already managing health problems and risk factors. We’ve consulted several experts from our WakeMed Heart & […]
One in 10 cardiovascular deaths worldwide has been attributed to consuming too much sodium. High sodium intake is associated with high blood pressure, kidney damage, and weight gain. Where do Americans get their sodium from? According the American Heart Association, on average, Americans consume 3,440 mg of sodium per day. Only a small amount of total […]
Planning a trip to the grocery store this weekend? Pump up your heart health by choosing foods that are low in sodium. Reducing Your Sodium Intake Nearly ninety percent of Americans consume too much sodium. If you are trying to reduce your salt intake here are some tips to help guide you when grocery shopping: […]
Health Benefits of Taking a Quick Break Taking five-minute breaks from sitting at your desk, especially if you work on a computer, can have several benefits: #1 – It helps your concentration. Short breaks can help increase your concentration, alertness, and work speed. #2 – It can lower stress and reduce accidents. Breaks can help […]
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