Mayo Clinic Minute: What high triglycerides mean and why it matters to your heart
You may be familiar with high-density, or good cholesterol; low-density lipoproteins (LDL), or bad cholesterol; and their connections to heart health. But what about triglycerides? Often that word gets skimmed over when talking about cholesterol levels. Dr. Regis Fernandes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, says triglycerides provide the body with energy from food. High levels can indicate signs of other conditions, like diabetes or prediabetes, that can increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Watch: The Mayo… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Little by little: Small changes can lead to heart health, Mayo Clinic expert says
Several countries observe Heart Month in February JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Switching from an unhealthy diet and sedentary lifestyle to healthy eating and exercise can be daunting. In this expert alert, Juan Cardenas Rosales, M.D., an internal medicine physician and medical director of the international medicine practice at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, shares s mall steps and one big one that can lead to a heart-healthy life. Taking the first step can be difficult, whether trying… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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A Valentine's Day story of love, legacy and the gift of life
Harley and Justine Duffer with their newest family member, Peyton The Duffer family ’s home is filled with lots of love this Valentine’s Day. They have a new baby girl, and Dad got the lifesaving heart transplant he needed. Take a look at the special way the Duffer family is now recognizing love, legacy and the gift of life. Watch: A Valentine’s Day story about love, legacy a nd the gift of life https://youtu.be/fTwBlCmcpAY Journalists: Broadcast-quality video… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Isometric exercise: Using body weight to lower blood pressure
When you think about exercise, sweating through a cycling class, adding up miles from a brisk walk or pumping iron in the weight room may come to mind. But there's a different form of exercise that uses something besides movement to give you a workout. It's isometric exercise, which is gaining attention for its role in helping lower and control your blood pressure. What is isometric exercise? Isometric exercise focuses on tightening or contracting a specific… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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A silent tumor, precancerous polyps and the power of genetic screening
Tammy LeDoux could never have imagined she had a tumor the size of a pineapple growing on her left ovary. Or that precancerous polyps were lurking in her stomach and colon. "I never had any cramping. I never had any pain. I never felt anything hard or lumpy in my abdomen or down in my pelvic area. I never knew anything was there," says Tammy, an information technology analyst who lives in Wisconsin. The surprising… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Diversity science researcher achieving goal of making difference in people's lives
From the time she was a young woman, Gladys Asiedu, Ph.D., knew she wanted to help people. Her path to achieving that goal began in Ghana. Learn about her journey and the difference she is making as a diversity science researcher. Gladys Asiedu, Ph.D., always knew she wanted to make a difference in people's lives. A steady focus on that altruistic goal would ultimately lead her to Mayo Clinic. As a child in Ghana in… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Aspiring innovators aim to transform medicine with the next big idea
Residents and students at Mayo Clinic learning the craft of their careers are also adopting a mindset to transform healthcare. Programs at Mayo are helping these enterprising inventors ask the right questions and take the steps to bring their innovative ideas to market. (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Playing it safe: Tips to stay in the heart safety zone during the big game
Millions of football fans will be gathering to cheer on their favorite team during Sunday's big game. And with the excitement around the highly anticipated sporting event comes some advice about staying heart safe as a spectator. Dr. Satyajit Reddy, a Mayo Clinic sports cardiologist, says that while those on the field certainly have some risk from a medical perspective, some studies indicate that fans watching the big game may have an increased risk of heart emergencies.… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Heart attack symptoms in women are often different than men
MANKATO, Minn. — Sweating, nausea, dizziness and unusual fatigue may not sound like typical heart attack symptoms. However, they are common for women and may occur more often when resting or asleep.Unlike with men, pain, pressure or discomfort in the chest are not always severe or even the most prominent heart a ttack symptom in women. That’s why women need to understand their unique symptoms while also working to reduce their risk of heart disease. "It's… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: SUDEP is a rare but deadly epilepsy complication
Seizures are produced by abnormal electrical activity in the brain that builds up and produces symptoms. About 1 in 26 people have epilepsy, which is a neurologic disorder that causes seizures. And as Dr. Anthony Fine, a pediatric neurologist and epileptologist at Mayo Clinic, explains, there's also a rare complication of epilepsy that exists which can be deadly. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/vCMDRPNOPqc Journalists: Broadcast-quality video (1:10) is in the downloads at the end… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Genetic testing pinpoints cardiovascular risk in patients with aortic disorders
A new Mayo Clinic systematic review has shed light on genetically inherited aortic disorders in patients, highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment for those with inherited cardiovascular risk. (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: What is vascular dementia?
An estimated 55 million people are believed to be living with dementia, according to the World Health Organization. Vascular diseases contribute to approximately 25% of all diagnoses. When blood vessels are damaged or blocked, it can deprive your brain of vital oxygen and nutrients, which could lead to a condition called vascular dementia. Watch: The Mayo Clinic Minute https://youtu.be/Q-kourqRrPQ Journalists: Broadcast-quality video pkg (1:03) is in the downloads at the end of the post. Please courtesy:… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Lifestyle links to heart health go beyond food, exercise, Mayo Clinic Healthcare expert explains
Countries around the world observe Heart Month in February LONDON — What are steps you can take beyond a healthy diet and exercise to improve your heart health? In this expert alert, Gosia Wamil, M.D., Ph.D., a cardiologist at Mayo Clinic Healthcare in London, answers that question and more. Gosia Wamil, M.D., Ph.D. 1. Does loneliness affect heart health? Lone liness and social isolation have been linked to heart disease, Dr. Wamil says. "Studies suggest that… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Mayo Clinic Minute: Hypertension and cardiovascular disease in the Black community
February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. African Americans are significantly affected by heart disease, resulting in higher mortality rates compared to white Americans. One of the reasons for the disparity is due to high hypertension rates in the Black community. Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, can increase your risk of developing heart disease. Dr. LaPrincess Brewer, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist, discusses cardiovascular disease… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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Treating stomach cancer
More than 26,000 people in the U.S. will be diagnosed with stomach cancer this year, and nearly 11,000 people will die of the disease, according to the American Cancer Society. Stomach cancer accounts for about 1.5% of all new cancers diagnosed in the U.S. each year. Stomach cancer, also known as gastric cancer, can affect any part of the stomach. In most of the world, stomach cancers form in the main part of the stomach. In the… (Source: News from Mayo Clinic)
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