Understanding your family medical history, especially cholesterol, is crucial in helping to prevent heart disease. There are two specific conditions you should consider when thinking about family history and genetic predisposition to heart disease. By doing early prevention and genetic testing, you can cultivate a lifestyle that reduces your risk. But, when it comes… Continue reading Hereditary Cholesterol: Why You Need To Test For It
You have to know your risk factors, not your doctor. I mean, if your doctor knows them and you don’t, does that make any sense to you whatsoever? I’m Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum on this journey with you to reach a heart healthy life. I’m going to tell you something just to remind you; we… Continue reading Empowered Through Information: Know Your Risk Factors
A woman dies about once every minute from heart disease. Though most women aren’t aware of it, cardiovascular disease is the number 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. Despite this fact, only about half (44%) of women recognize that heart disease is their number 1 killer. Recently, heart disease… Continue reading Heart Disease Symptoms Are Different For Women Than For Men
It’s crucial you are your own advocate when it comes to healthcare, especially in the emergency room. Unfortunately, the medical system has been misdiagnosing and under-appreciating the impact of heart disease on women. This includes that place where we may go when we need help the most- the emergency room. We’ve heard many stories of… Continue reading Be Your Own Advocate
The American Heart Association recently took a stand outlining issues that Asian Americans face impeding them from getting high quality heart health care and some steps that can be taken to remedy this. There are a variety of issues that can be faced by this group when it comes to diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular… Continue reading How We Work Toward Better Heart Health Care For Asian Americans
A study by the European Society of Cardiology found noise pollution doesn’t just hurt our ears. It can also hurt our hearts, particularly our young hearts. Findings included that people 50-years-old or younger were more likely to have a heart attack. This included those who typically would have had low risk for heart attacks, including… Continue reading Noise Pollution in Cities Can Cause Heart Problems
People ask me all the time why I became a cardiologist. It was that one profession, that one thing that could help people live as healthy as they can be by taking care of their hearts. I have loved to move and eat well my entire life. Whether it’s dancing, skiing, walking, biking, hanging out… Continue reading Live From The Heart
Women. We are mothers, spouses, professionals, sisters, friends, daughters. Oftentimes, we’re presidents of our own homes and CEOs of the lives of the ones we love. With all that, is it any wonder that heart disease is the number one killer of women? Think of all the things on your to-do list for this week.… Continue reading What About You? Heartcare is the New Self Care
As women enter their 40s, they often confront many health concerns that have the potential to significantly impact their quality of life. It’s a time when the body starts to manifest various changes, and certain health conditions can become more prevalent. Understanding these possible health challenges is absolutely critical for preserving not only physical well-being… Continue reading Common Health Issues for Women in Their 40s
Many studies have shown that adopting a plant-based diet can greatly reduce the risk of developing heart diseases and can also reverse some of the damage already done to the heart. Heart disease remains the number one cause of death globally. By adopting a plant-based diet, you are greatly reducing your risk of developing heart… Continue reading How a Plant-Based Diet Can Improve Your Cardiovascular Health
