Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death for women in the United States. While there are numerous factors that contribute to an individual’s risk of cardiac events, one predictor of CVD risk is Lipoprotein (a), or Lp(a). Recent studies have found that elevated levels of Lp(a) in youth tracks with adult atherosclerotic cardiovascular… Continue reading What You Need To Know About Lp(a) In Youth
Cardiopulmonary exercise testing (CPET) has been used for decades as a tool to evaluate and manage cardiac patients. CPET is a valuable diagnostic tool as it provides important data on the functioning of the heart and lungs that can be used to assess cardiovascular disease risk. The Role of CPET in Evaluating Coronary Artery… Continue reading A Practical Guide to Utilizing CPET for Cardiac Patients
I had gestational diabetes during my first pregnancy. I knew when I drank that allegedly “disgustingly sweet” drink and it tasted just like orange soda that I was probably doomed. From that point on in my pregnancy, there were no more sugary drinks. (I made my own lemonade without sugar to fulfill my cravings.)… Continue reading Gestational Diabetes Isn’t Really Over Once You Deliver
