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Dr. Caren and Dr. Urman's Heart Health
e-Newsletter
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Patients and professional colleagues alike have recognized Dr. Mark Urman and Dr. Jeffrey Caren as being sensitive and caring physicians as well as having exceptional clinical judgment and awareness of the current thought in clinical cardiology.
Drs. Caren and Urman are proud to be Attending Cardiologists in the
Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute - recognized as a
Top 10 Heart Program in the nation
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A reflection of the leading edge cardiac services we offer and the results we obtain for our patients, their families and the community
# 1 Cardiology and Heart Surgery Program in Los Angeles
# 1 Heart Program in California
# 1 Heart Program in The Western US.
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Health News
| ADHD Meds May Pose Heart Risks for Some Kids |
| Study found slightly higher chance of irregular heartbeat shortly after starting methylphenidate |
WEDNESDAY, June 1, 2016 Ritalin, a popular drug for treating attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), might increase the risk of an abnormal heart rhythm shortly after a young person starts taking it, a new study suggests.» Read the full article |
| Common Abnormal Heart Rhythm Linked to Cancer Risk |
| But study only found an association and doesn't prove that atrial fibrillation causes cancer |
WEDNESDAY, May 25, 2016 Women with a common heart rhythm abnormality may be at an increased risk of developing cancer, particularly of the colon, a new study suggests.
"We found a significant relationship between atrial f... » Read the full article |
| After Heart Attack, New Threat: Heart Failure |
| 1 in 4 survivors develops this serious condition within 4 years, study finds |
TUESDAY, May 24, 2016 Risk of heart failure appears high within a few years of a first heart attack, a new study finds.
"Heart failure is a major medical problem with a high chance of hospitalization and death," said study... » Read the full article |
| Half of Heart Attacks Might Be 'Silent' |
| Without typical symptoms, many miss out on crucial medical care, experts say |
MONDAY, May 16, 2016 As many as half of all heart attacks may be "silent" -- without the typical crushing chest pain, shortness of breath and cold sweats, new study findings suggest.
Among nearly 9,500 Americans included ... » Read the full article |
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| Booze, High Blood Pressure a Dangerous Mix |
| Study links moderate drinking to heart damage in people with hypertension |
| Elderly Benefit From Intensive Blood Pressure Treatment |
| No greater risk of complications such as falls, fainting, study finds |
| FDA Calls for Less Salt in Processed Foods |
| Agency sets short- and long-term goals in effort to cut Americans' risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke |
| Could Spuds Be Bad for Blood Pressure? |
| Eating potatoes 4 or more times a week linked to higher readings in study |
| Health Tip: Make Time for Fitness |
| Exercise at home or between tasks |
| Message for Heart Failure Patients: Exercise |
| You'll feel better and maybe even live longer, researcher says |
| Researchers Say They Have Found Genetic Variation Linked To Lower Heart Disease Risk |
| Individuals “who had a copy of...a gene called ASGR1 that had 12 letters deleted had a 34% lower risk of heart disease.” (Wall Street Journal) |
| Wearable Monitor Helps Spot 'Masked' High Blood Pressure |
| Black people with undetected problem twice as likely to eventually have abnormal readings at doctor: study |
| Joe Montana Scoring Points Against Heart Disease |
| Former Super Bowl MVP focuses on daily exercise and limiting red meat, salty foods |
| Health Tip: Eat Healthier |
| Suggestions for more nutritious fare |
| High-Salt Diets May Raise Heart Risks for Kidney Patients |
| Study found higher odds for heart attack, stroke in people who consumed more sodium daily |
| Restoring Blood Flow Beats Exercise for Poor Leg Circulation |
| Opening vessels could prevent new scarring in muscles, researchers say |
| Race May Influence Risk for Irregular Heart Beat |
| Whites with heart failure more likely to develop atrial fibrillation, research finds |
| Sleep Apnea May Raise Risks for Angioplasty Patients |
| Research suggests that breathing disorder could exacerbate heart disease |
| Sleep Apnea May Raise Heart Risks in People With Pacemakers |
| Study found the combo was linked to raised odds of irregular heartbeat |
| Heart Failure Risk Seems to Rise in Winter |
| Threat falls when weather warms, but reason for seasonal differences is unclear, study finds |
| Eat To Your Heart's Content |
| Common sense guidance to heart healthy diets |
| FDA to Re-examine What Makes a Food 'Healthy' |
| Agency acknowledges changing standards, concerns |
| FDA Unveils Makeover of Nutrition Facts Label |
| Added sugars, relevant portion sizes among the highlights of revision |
| 5 Warning Signs of Stroke |
| More younger people at risk; treatment must be administered quickly, neurologist says |
| Health Tip: Cleanse Your Body Naturally |
| Eat healthy and avoid 'detox' diets |
| Watch Walking to Gauge Health After Heart Surgery |
| Patients' pre-op gait is big clue to longer-term survival, study finds |
| Blood Pressure Patterns May Predict Stroke Risk |
| Odds increase with rapid rise in middle age, study finds |
| 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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