How a caregiver became a patient Poole has been a team member with Prisma Health for 25 years, working hard within the Cath Lab, using advanced imaging technology to perform tests and other procedures on patients facing cardiovascular disease. April 5th was a workday like any other. Poole felt perfectly fine heading into work, with no warning […]
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Recognizing the signs of a silent heart attack
“With silent heart attacks, people don’t have those classic symptoms,” said Dr. Salmon. “Symptoms can happen off and on and not be immediately obviously related to a problem with the heart.” Dr. Salmon noted that the following symptoms could be a sign of a heart attack, even without the telltale arm or chest pain: “Men […]
Can you have a heart attack and not know it?
Heart attacks aren’t always obvious. Cardiologist Chris Salmon, MD, explained how to recognize a silent heart attack.
Can a blood clot cause a heart attack?
Can a blood clot cause a heart attack? Cardiologist Michael Cryer, MD, answered this question and explained how it happens.
Are heart problems more likely during the holidays?
Why are heart problems more likely during the holidays? Cardiologist Sunday Olatunde, MD, answered why holidays can be risky for the heart,
What is broken heart syndrome?
Cardiologist John Erwin, MD, has seen how serious broken heart syndrome can be. He answered our common questions on heart attacks caused by broken heart syndrome and more.