President Lyndon B. Johnson, among the millions of people in the country who'd had heart attacks, issued the first proclamation in 1964. Since then, U.S. presidents have annually declared February American Heart Month.
https://www.heart.org/en/around-the-aha/february-is-american-heart-month
1 in 3 adults don’t get enough sleep.
Most adults need 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night. Kids and teens need even more. Yet the average high school student gets only 6.5 hours per school night, and about 20% get 5 hours or less!
Healing and repair of cells, tissues and blood vessels
Better brain function including alertness, decision-making, focus, learning, memory, reasoning and problem-solving
More creativity and productivity
Improved mood and energy
Healthy growth and development for kids and teens
Better ability to build muscle
Quicker reflexes
Less risk of chronic disease
Stronger immune system
Alzheimer’s disease
Cardiovascular disease
Cognitive decline and dementia
Depression
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood sugar
High cholesterol
Infections
Obesity
Accidents
Breathing problems
Hormone imbalance
Memory and cognitive issues
Increased appetite and unhealthy eating
Inflammation
Stress
Weight gain
Remember: 7 to 9 will help you feel fine, so get your ZZZs!
Did you know adding yoga to a regular exercise routine may help your heart?
https://www.health.com/adding-yoga-exercise-routine-cardiovascular-health-6944823
Do you have questions on how COVID can affect your heart? Dr. Andrew Ho discusses your cardiac health and the COVID pandemic.
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According to the American Heart Association, next to water, tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world, and at just a couple of calories per serving, it's loaded with flavonoids that make it one of the world's healthiest beverages as well. https://www.heart.org/en/news/2020/12/14/teatime-can-be-good-for-your-health
In this panel discussion, Dr. Andrew Ho and Dr. Candice Kim discuss symptoms and warning signs of heart disease, and the latest diagnosis and treatments available.
Are you looking for ways to keep your heart healthy? Walking is great for your heart! The American Heart Association recommends the acronym FIT (frequency, intensity, and time) when planning your next workout!
https://www.heart.org/en/news/2022/04/06/walking-your-way-to-better-health-remember-the-acronym-fit
Do you know the symptoms of high blood pressure—which doctors technically refer to as hypertension? Keep your heart healthy by getting your blood pressure checked regularly and knowing hypertension signs! https://www.health.com/condition/heart-disease/high-blood-pressure-symptoms
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. The American Heart Association estimates that more than 71 million Americans — one in five people — have one or more types of cardiovascular disease, including high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, congenital cardiovascular defects and congestive heart failure.
It is very important to take care of yourself if you've been diagnosed with any type of heart disease. Even though you may have heart disease, you can help control it, reduce your risk of suffering a heart attack and improve your chances of living a long life.
Andrew Ho, M.D., is here to explain when stents are needed and the advantages they provide for the treatment of cardiovascular disease.
