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Tuesday • Posted by Dr. Richard Gajdowski • in Health and Wellness, Heart Health
If you or someone you love has chest pain, going to the emergency room can feel scary. Knowing what will happen can help you feel safer. When you arrive, the doctors and nurses will work fast to check your heart. 1. Quick Check When You Arrive A nurse will ask how you feel and how bad the pain is. If the pain sounds serious, you will be seen right away. They might put a monitor on you to check your heart rate and oxygen. 2. Heart Test (EKG) You will likely get a heart test within 10 minutes. The test is called an electrocardiogram
5/14/2025 • Posted by Dr. Nichole Lewis, Emergency Medicine, and Dr. Nashat Latib, Emergency Medicine • in Diabetes, Health and Wellness, Heart Health, Women's Health
Health often takes a backseat for women. Preventive screenings are an important way to stay healthy. Breast cancer caught at its earliest stage has a survival rate of over 99%. Hypertension can silently damage your body for years before revealing itself through a heart attack or stroke.
5/5/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Caregiver Support, Health and Wellness, Heart Health
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. It's a time to raise awareness about the symptoms and treatment for stroke. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. It is also a leading cause of disability.
2/12/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Health and Wellness, Heart Health
Did you know that about 80% of cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, can be prevented? It is important to take care of your heart health by having positive lifestyle habits and working with your healthcare provider. Understanding Your Risk Old and young people need to keep their heart healthy. Eating healthy, exercising regularly, and seeing your healthcare provider can help you keep your heart healthy. It is important to take care of your heart health by having positive lifestyle habits and working with your healthcare provider.
1/2/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care • in Diabetes, Health and Wellness, Heart Health
Obesity is associated with a range of diseases, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnea, and some cancers. Weight loss can improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Even a small loss can make a difference. For example, a 5% weight reduction for a person who weighs 200 pounds is 10 pounds. This change could lower the risk for some chronic diseases. Approximately 2 out of every 3 adult New Yorkers are overweight or have obesity. Over 49% of adults in the United States are trying to lose weight.
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Tuesday • Posted by Dr. Richard Gajdowski
If you or someone you love has chest pain, going to the emergency room can feel scary. Knowing what will happen can help you feel safer. When you arrive, the doctors and nurses will work fast to check your heart. 1. Quick Check When You Arrive A nurse will ask how you feel and how bad the pain is. If the pain sounds serious, you will be seen right away. They might put a monitor on you to check your heart rate and oxygen. 2. Heart Test (EKG) You will likely get a heart test within 10 minutes. The test is called an electrocardiogram
5/14/2025 • Posted by Dr. Nichole Lewis, Emergency Medicine, and Dr. Nashat Latib, Emergency Medicine
Health often takes a backseat for women. Preventive screenings are an important way to stay healthy. Breast cancer caught at its earliest stage has a survival rate of over 99%. Hypertension can silently damage your body for years before revealing itself through a heart attack or stroke.
5/5/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care
May is National Stroke Awareness Month. It's a time to raise awareness about the symptoms and treatment for stroke. Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States. It is also a leading cause of disability.
2/12/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care
Did you know that about 80% of cardiovascular disease, including heart disease and stroke, can be prevented? It is important to take care of your heart health by having positive lifestyle habits and working with your healthcare provider. Understanding Your Risk Old and young people need to keep their heart healthy. Eating healthy, exercising regularly, and seeing your healthcare provider can help you keep your heart healthy. It is important to take care of your heart health by having positive lifestyle habits and working with your healthcare provider.
1/2/2025 • Posted by Fidelis Care
Obesity is associated with a range of diseases, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, sleep apnea, and some cancers. Weight loss can improve blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Even a small loss can make a difference. For example, a 5% weight reduction for a person who weighs 200 pounds is 10 pounds. This change could lower the risk for some chronic diseases. Approximately 2 out of every 3 adult New Yorkers are overweight or have obesity. Over 49% of adults in the United States are trying to lose weight.
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