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Hello, here is your February 2017 issue of Heart Health e-Newslettter.
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Dr. Caren and Dr. Urman's Heart Health
e-Newsletter
Our monthly newsletter is intended to raise awareness of heart health-related issues and to encourage our readers to be educated and to take charge of their health and live healthier, more fulfilling lives. One of a doctor’s primary obligations is to educate patients. In fact the origin of the word ‘doctor’ is (via Old French) from the Latin doctor which means ‘teacher’ (from docere ‘teach’).
This complimentary monthly educational service is for our patients and their families but please forward it to anyone who might find it of interest. Click here to enter our website and learn more about our practice. We encourage you to contact us if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
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Today
Friday, February 3, 2017
is National Wear Red Day!
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Enhanced Access Membership Program (EAMP) 2017
The Patient-Physician Relationship is The True Core of Great Medical Care
“It’s far more important to know what person has the disease than what disease the person has.“ – attributed to Hippocrates, the father of Western Medicine.
- Personalized concierge services not covered by private insurance of Medicare
- Three annual membership options to choose from. Patients choose what works best for them.
- Increasing levels of priority and enhanced access for routine appointments and testing and to speak with your cardiologist on routine matters.
- Priority completion of administrative paper-work and fees waived
- Global CARE coverage (for Concierge level members). Critical care air rescue and evacuation anywhere in the world with the coordination of your cardiologist and the Cleveland Clinic.
- Validated parking (Premier and Concierge members)
- Convenient VIP parking for Concierge members for office visits
Current members should look for renewal information in the mail this month or speak to our staff when visiting our office before the end of the year.
If you are not a current EAMP member, and wish to maximize your experience with our office and your top-tier cardiologist, click here for more information or call our practice manager, Lilly Garzona at 310.659.0715.
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Health News
| Fat Near the Heart a Hazard for Postmenopausal Women |
| Study ties 'paracardial' fat to raised risk of hardening of the arteries |
TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2017 When a certain type of fat collects around the heart, it may be a sign of developing heart disease in postmenopausal women, a new study suggests.
As estrogen levels fall during menopause, deposit... » Read the full article |
| Timing of Your Meals Might Reduce Heart Risks |
| American Heart Association report suggests eating more earlier in the day may be healthier |
TUESDAY, Jan. 31, 2017 People who want a healthy heart should be mindful of not only what they eat, but when they eat, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).
The report is a r... » Read the full article |
| Study Suggests Newer Cholesterol Drugs Are Safe |
| Whether taking them results in fewer heart attacks and strokes isn't yet known, researcher says |
MONDAY, Jan. 30, 2017 A combination of drugs that drastically lowers "bad" cholesterol levels appears safe for heart patients, but whether it prevents heart attacks or strokes isn't yet known, researchers report.
"It ma... » Read the full article |
| U.S. Heart Failure Rates on the Rise |
| And heart disease remains the nation's leading killer |
THURSDAY, Jan. 26, 2017 Heart failure rates are going up in the United States, according to a new report from the American Heart Association.
The same report also said that heart disease remains the leading cause of dea... » Read the full article |
| Can Coffee Perk Up Heart Health, Too? |
| In lab tests, caffeine blocked inflammatory response, but did not prove cause-and-effect |
MONDAY, Jan. 16, 2017 The caffeine in your morning cup of joe may do more than jolt you awake -- it may also help dampen the type of inflammation that's linked to heart disease risk factors, a new study suggests.
Resear... » Read the full article |
| Wearable Sensors May Spot Illness Before Symptoms Start |
| New technology could help sense infections, type 2 diabetes and other conditions, scientists say |
THURSDAY, Jan. 12, 2017 Wearable sensors to track things such as heart rate, activity and skin temperature may help you keep track of your health and warn you of impending illness, a new study suggests.
Researchers rec... » Read the full article |
| Brisk Walk May Help Sidestep Heart Disease |
| In just 10 weeks, cholesterol, blood pressure and weight improved among women in study |
TUESDAY, Jan. 10, 2017 Walking at moderate intensity may lower the risk of heart disease, a small study suggests.
"We know walking is an excellent form of exercise, but research has been mixed on how successful a walkin... » Read the full article |
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February 03, 2017
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| Heart Risks May Boost Women's Colon Cancer Risk, Too |
| This was true even in normal-weight women, study suggests |
| 'Ablation' Procedure Helps 3 out of 4 Patients With Irregular Heartbeat |
| But results may not be lasting, and patients may still need to take medications |
| Too Much Sitting Ages You Faster |
| Cells of elderly sedentary women look much older than their actual age, specifically with shortened telomeres which are linked with heart disease. |
| Short Stretches of Exercise May Have Anti-Inflammatory Effect |
| 20 minutes on a treadmill linked to drop in immune cells tied to inflammation, study finds. Higher levels of inflammation can contribute to heart disease by affecting the arteries |
| Health Tip: Get Moving Toward a Healthier You |
| Here's what you can do |
| Health Tip: Investing in Your Fitness |
| Don't fall for fads and gimmicks |
| 'Weekend Warriors' Can Still Stretch Their Life Spans |
| Study found those who exercised one or two days a week saw gains similar to those who worked out regularly |
| Could Mom's Pre-Pregnancy Blood Pressure Predict Baby's Gender? |
| Higher -- but still normal -- readings may mean a boy, study suggests |
| Pregnancy OK for Most Women With Congenital Heart Conditions: Report |
| Preconception counseling helps moms-to-be understand potential risks, doctors say |
| Health Tip: Stick With Your Healthy-Eating Resolution |
| Remain committed to your New Year's pledge |
| Health Tip: Improve Your Diet |
| Eat healthier foods |
| 'Eat to Your Heart's Content' |
| Learn more about the best heart-healthy dietary options |
| Blood Levels of Meat-Linked Chemical Tied to Odds of Heart Trouble |
| Produced when meat, eggs and dairy are digested, TMAO may trigger plaque buildup in vessels, researchers explain |
| Even One High-Fat Meal Can Harm Your Liver, Study Finds |
| Over time, rapid effect of 'fat loading' could contribute to disease, researchers say |
| High Blood Pressure Often Undiagnosed, Untreated |
| Half of mobile clinic patients with the condition said they didn't know they had it, study finds |
| 17 Million U.S. Adults May Have Tough-to-Spot High Blood Pressure |
| 17 Million U.S. Adults May Have Tough-to-Spot High Blood Pressure |
| Learn More About an Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitor |
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| High Blood Pressure Increasing Worldwide |
| And health risks may appear even at levels once considered safe, researchers contend |
| Government-Backed Salt Reduction Efforts Could Deliver Big Health Pay Day |
| Researchers estimate a 10 percent cut in salt could save millions worldwide from heart disease |
| Could a Therapy for Irregular Heartbeat Harm the Brain? |
| Small study shows higher rate of brain lesions in people receiving ablation for ventricular arrhythmias |
| Migraine Linked to Higher Stroke Risk After Surgery |
| The risk is small, but concerning, researchers say |
| Young Thyroid Cancer Survivors May Face Long-Term Health Risks |
| Study found that thyroid cancer survivors diagnosed before age 40 were five times more likely to develop swelling around the heart, more than twice as likely to develop heart valve disease, compared to people in the other group. They were also more likely to have high blood pressure and heart rhythm disorders. |
| Your Health Record in a Heartbeat? |
| Study suggests an ECG could serve as a secure 'password' for a patient's electronic medical history |
| Soft Robotic Sleeve Shows Promise for Failing Hearts |
| But device has only been tested in pigs, so far |
| What are Heart Failure, Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest? |
| A string of recent celebrity deaths serves as a stark reminder that cardiovascular disease is the No. 1 killer around the world (CNN) |
| A Test To Help Determine Your Risk of Heart Attack |
| CardioHealth, a 5 minute non-invasive test can help us tell if you have or are at risk of developing plaque in your arteries. Are you at risk for a heart attack or stroke? |
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