Parents of children with heart conditions have many questions about COVID-19. How will it affect their child? What will happen if their child gets the virus? Pediatric cardiologist Jon Lucas, MD, answered these questions and more. Should you be concerned about COVID-19 if your child has congenital heart disease? “While we should all be concerned […]
Heart disease
Chest pain and what it could mean
Pain in your chest is not something to ignore. But how do you know if it is something serious – like a heart attack – or if it is just heartburn? Cardiologist Brad Stevens, Jr. MD, explained what your chest pain could mean. “Chest pain is a broad topic from a medical standpoint. It could […]
Irregular heartbeat: Understanding atrial fibrillation
For cardiologist John Erwin, MD, one of the most common heart rhythm issues he sees in his practice is atrial fibrillation, or AFib.
What should you do if you have a family history of heart disease?
If you have a parent or sibling with heart disease, you have an increased risk of developing heart disease yourself. Cardiologist James Ampadu, MD, explained why it’s important to share this information with your doctor and what you can do to lower your risk. “It is imperative to gather knowledge about your family medical history […]
Coronavirus: Tips for heart disease patients
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), people who have underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. This includes people who have heart conditions. David McNeely, MD, Carolina Cardiology Consultants, explained why and what you can do to protect yourself from the virus. How does the virus impact […]
5 key risk factors for heart disease
Cardiologist Barry Feldman, MD, described risk factors for heart disease and what you can do to prevent it.