“Heart disease is 80% preventable,” said Dr. Businaro, “And how you can prevent heart disease is to make sure you know your risk factors.” Modifiable risk factors, according to Dr. Businaro, include: Other risk factors, such as family history, aren’t things you can change, but they are important knowledge to have when considering your risk […]
Heart disease
Do diabetes and heart disease make you more sensitive to heat?
Jeremy Byrd, MD, explained why diabetes or heart disease can make you more sensitive to heat in the summer, and what you can do to protect yourself.
Why Southerners are more likely to have heart disease
Cardiologist Lauren Holliday, MD, explained why Southerners are more likely to have heart disease and what you can do to reduce your risk.
Why kidney disease, heart disease and diabetes are connected
Nephrologist Carlos F. Zayas, MD, explained why kidney disease, heart disease and diabetes are connected and what you can do.
Sodium and heart failure nutrition
In this short video, Prisma Health dietitian Lisa Akly, RDN, explains the importance of nutrition and limiting sodium for those with heart failure. “From a nutritional standpoint, salt is salt regardless of its description,” said Akly. While some variations on salt are said to be ‘healthier’ than others, this isn’t really the case. Himalayan pink […]
Heart palpitations: When to worry
In this short video, cardiologist Chris Armstrong, MD, spoke about heart palpitations and the signs and symptoms of arrhythmias. He also answered common questions about heart palpitations, including: Dr. Armstrong emphasized the importance of speaking to a doctor about testing your heart if you experience heart palpitations, especially if you’ve had the experience more than […]