Dignity Health | Health Matters | Hello humankindness | Dignity Health Health Matters What Do Blood Pressure Readings Mean? NOV 09, 2024 When you see your doctor, it seems like one of the first things they do is check your blood pressure readings. Even pharmacies and grocery stores have blood pressure machines for you to check your pressure on your own. So checking your blood pressure... Posted in Heart Health Article Additional information about Dignity Health | What Do Blood Pressure Readings Mean? Category Year Allover Wellness: Benefits of Yoga for Heart Health NOV 09, 2024 Yoga seems to be more popular than ever. If you haven't tried it by now, it's likely you at least know someone who goes to yoga groups or stretches along with an instructor on TV. Because of its prevalence, most people know that yoga is a practice that strengthens and balances the whole body while relieving stress and increasing flexibility, but medical researchers are now looking at the benefits of yoga for heart health as part of the overall well-being this workout can provide. Posted in Heart Health Article The Surprising Link Between Mental Health and Heart Disease NOV 08, 2024 The connection between mental health and heart disease is nothing new to health care professionals. Doctors have long known that behaviors associated with certain mental health disorders can increase the risk of heart disease, but that might not be the whole story. Research now shows that the connection between mental health and heart disease could be physiological as well as behavioral. Posted in Heart Health Article Cardiologist Appointment: What You Need and What to Expect NOV 08, 2024 Visiting a cardiologist for the first time might seem intimidating, but detecting a problem and taking early steps to treat it greatly increases your chances of living a longer, healthier life. By making a few simple preparations beforehand, you can take full advantage of your visit. Posted in Heart Health Article Is High Cholesterol in Your DNA? 3 Common Types of Inherited Cardiac Disorders NOV 08, 2024 If your family has a history of heart problems and you're wondering if these issues are hereditary, you may be on the right track. Scientists now know that several common cardiac disorders may be inherited. But what does that mean for you? Should you undergo genetic testing to learn if you're at higher risk for elevated cholesterol levels or even a heart attack? Posted in Heart Health Article Heart Attack Symptoms: Know the Gender Differences NOV 08, 2024 If you were experiencing a heart attack, you'd get help immediately, right? Unfortunately, many people with heart attack symptoms wait more than two hours to seek help, according to the National Institutes of Health. Some people may fear embarrassment if they're rushed with sirens to the ER only to find that it's a false alarm. Others may be deniers: "I can't be having a heart attack." Posted in Heart Health Article Stress and the Heart: How Are They Connected? NOV 07, 2024 There is a definite connection between stress and the heart. We all need some stress in our lives in order to function. For example, fear and stress help us react when we're in dangerous situations, and stress due to upcoming deadlines helps some people perform better. But when stress is elevated to the level that it affects us physically or mentally, it's no longer healthy, especially for the heart. When this happens, we need to reduce our stress levels before they cause damage. Posted in Heart Health Article Load more