Athletes, Exercise, And The Heart

Athletes, Exercise, And The Heart

In this week’s “Heart to Heart” episode, Dr. Baucum talks about the importance of regular exercise, like walking a mile a day, for heart health. While being sedentary may seem fine now, it can lead to a loss of heart elasticity over time. He also discusses how...
Safeguard Your Heart From Viral Infections

Safeguard Your Heart From Viral Infections

Viruses like a cold or flu are common, especially as we head into the winter months. They can make us feel pretty miserable for a few days. Unfortunately, that’s not always the worst of it. Viral infections have the potential to wreak havoc on your cardiovascular...
How Tech Is Transforming Heart Care

How Tech Is Transforming Heart Care

Dr. Mohammed Osman examines the latest advances in cardiac technology in this episode of the “Heart to Heart” podcast. From smarter monitors that guide treatment to fitness trackers that alert patients to concerns, technology is giving doctors and patients powerful...
Athletes, Exercise, And The Heart

Football Season And Heart Health

In this week’s episode of “Heart to Heart,” Dr. Baucum discusses football season and reflects on Damar Hamlin’s sudden cardiac arrest in 2023. He highlights the importance of having defibrillators at games, when athletes should be screened and why former players...