Make Cardiovascular Health a Priority Starting This Heart Month
Lead With Your Heart
It is as important as ever to put your heart first. Starting this Heart Month, make cardiovascular health a priority. We are here to help, whether that means partnering in disease prevention or teaming up to treat and manage your condition using the latest biomedical and technological advances. Visit us in person or by video visit. Through the pandemic, we are prepared to safely care for you, as always, with compassion and expertise.
Don’t Delay Heart Care During the Pandemic
Caring for your heart is essential, even during the pandemic. Hear from Dr. Jack Boyd, cardiothoracic surgeon, about the importance of not delaying heart care along with the safety protocols at Stanford Health Care. Delaying heart treatment can worsen your condition and put you at risk for complications. Keep your prescriptions filled and maintain regular doctor visits. We are ready to safely care for you.
During a heart attack, every minute counts. Be prepared and know the warning signs. Chest discomfort, pain, or pressure is the most commonly reported symptom in men and women. Women are likely to report some of the other common symptoms like shortness of breath, fatigue, lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, and back or jaw pain. In an emergency, the hospital is still the safest place you can be.
The Heart of AFib Virtual Event: Risk, Prevention, and Treatment
Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is the most common irregular heart rhythm, with about 1 in 4 Americans expected to develop the condition in their lifetime. It can cause heart palpitations and fatigue, and increase your risk of stroke, heart failure, and death. If treated properly, individuals diagnosed with AFib can expect a good quality of life and normal lifespan. Learn about the mechanics of AFib, the latest treatments, and what you can do to reduce your risk. Our experts are at the forefront of AFib prevention and treatment.
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Black Americans are Harder Hit by Heart Disease
February is also Black History Month. Black Americans disproportionately experience heart disease risk factors like high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity.
Women Experience Distinct Symptoms of Heart Disease
The symptoms of heart disease are unique in women. Learn strategies for heart disease prevention and how anxiety and depression influence heart health.
Good Vascular Health is Key to Longevity
Vascular health is key to longevity. Learn how to protect yourself against disease and about a new minimally invasive procedure for stroke prevention.
Heart Disease is Preventable
Even if you have a family history of heart disease, that history won’t necessarily become yours. Learn practices to prevent disease and what the future of treatment looks like.
South Asians are at Higher Risk for Heart and Vascular Disease
Compared to any other ethnic group, people of South Asian descent have 4x the risk of heart attack and stroke and are likely to suffer these events a decade earlier in life.
Every Step Counts Toward the Health of Your Heart
Many people feel fine until the day they have their first heart attack. Having a healthy heart involves leading a healthy lifestyle. Even a little bit of exercise can help.
Take Care of Your Heart
Know the factors that can influence your heart health — like blood pressure, sugar, and cholesterol — so you can lower your risk for heart attack and stroke, no matter your age.
Many of us took up stress eating over the past year. Use this factsheet to construct a healthy eating plan with foods that can lower your risk of heart disease, heart attack, and stroke.
Show Your Heart Some Love: 30-Day Challenge
Ready to jump-start your heart health? Small daily changes can add up to make a big difference, adding years to your life. Over the next 30 days, commit to doing one small heart-healthy activity each day. Download this PDF to get activity ideas, as well as a calendar to help you track your progress and celebrate your wins.
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Access to Expertise in Your Local Community
Stanford Health Care is your partner for the prevention and treatment of heart disease. We offer convenient access to world-class cardiology care with locations in Castro Valley, Concord, Emeryville, Hayward, Livermore, Menlo Park, Oakland, Palo Alto, Pleasanton, Portola Valley, San Ramon, Santa Clara, and Walnut Creek. Find a heart specialist close to where you live or work.
