Healthtech startup Seek has launched the first at-home lab test specifically designed to measure the impact of alcohol on women’s health. Founder Katie Garry’s inspiration for Seek stemmed from personal experiences. Recognizing the lack of resources for women who want to continue drinking while taking care of their health, Seek aims to fill this void by offering… Continue reading Seek Launches First At-Home Test for Alcohol’s Effects on Women’s Health
Welcome to the last step of our 10 Steps to Heart Health. Guess what? You did it. (Applause!) We’re here at the end, and I know that this has been a journey for all of you. Over the course of the past couple of months, we have worked to finish the year with a healthier… Continue reading Success! Next Steps for Your Heart Health Journey
Many, many years ago I got a call from this publishing house and they asked me if I wanted to write a series of articles about menopause. I had absolutely no interest. It wasn’t really relevant to me personally at the time, and I felt like I didn’t have that much to say. I could… Continue reading Heart Health and Menopause
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
