by Marketing Communications | Dec 19, 2024 | Blog
Our region is in a heart-health crisis. Louisiana has one of the lowest scores for cardiovascular health in the country, ranking 42nd in the nation for cardiovascular health in America’s Health Rankings® by the United Health Foundation. More than 10% of Louisiana’s...
by Marketing Communications | Nov 15, 2024 | Blog
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in U.S. adults (accounting for 1 in every 5 deaths), as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Catching heart disease early often results in more effective treatment and better outcomes for...
by Marketing Communications | Oct 28, 2024 | Blog
Although the terms are often used interchangeably, cardiovascular disease and heart disease are not the same thing. Cardiovascular disease is an umbrella term for all diseases affecting the circulatory system, including the heart and blood vessels throughout the whole...
by Marketing Communications | Aug 15, 2024 | Blog
Chest pain can be scary. When it occurs, many people immediately think there is a problem with their heart. There are other causes of chest pain. In many cases, chest pain turns out to be benign. However, it is not a symptom that you should ignore. Types Of Chest...
by Marketing Communications | Jul 30, 2024 | Blog
Most people are aware of the increased risks that being overweight, smoking or having chronic stress can mean for heart conditions. Many of us don’t stop to think about the effect that high temperatures can have on our cardiovascular system. When temperatures...
by Marketing Communications | Jun 26, 2024 | Blog
Before we dive into the details of each closure procedure, let’s start with a quick explanation of what ASD and PFO closures are. Both procedures are performed to close holes in the wall separating the two upper chambers of the heart. An ASD closure is used to close...