by Marketing Communications | Nov 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but the holiday season is also the most fatal when it comes to cardiac events. Studies reveal a sharp increase in coronary deaths during the holidays, with one study reporting a 33% increase during December and January....
by Marketing Communications | Nov 7, 2022 | Podcast
One of the leading risk factors for heart disease is diabetes. People with diabetes are more likely to have heart disease, and at a younger age, than people who do not have diabetes. Dr. Ray Smith discusses diabetes’ correlation with heart health and things you can do...
by Marketing Communications | Oct 21, 2022 | Podcast
Halloween is top-of-mind in this episode of “Heart to Heart.” Dr. Baucum dives into topics about how to make Halloween a heart-healthy and safe holiday. Listen to learn if a scary movie can trigger a heart attack, which Halloween treats are heart-healthy, which fall...
by Marketing Communications | Oct 20, 2022 | Blog
Studies show that high cholesterol puts you at an increased risk for heart disease and stroke. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 38% of American adults have high cholesterol. That means high cholesterol is a big...
by Marketing Communications | Oct 10, 2022 | Podcast
ACS is excited to partner with Baylor to bring greater access to advanced heart care to the Shreveport area. In this episode of “Heart to Heart,” Dr. Baucum shares that a physician from Baylor will be spending one or two days per month at ACS in Shreveport. This will...