Protecting your heart health long-term also includes preventing infections such as the flu, COVID-19 and pneumonia. Vaccines are considered safe for most people with heart disease and are an important way to reduce the risk of severe illness.
An increasing number of states are legalizing marijuana for recreational and medical use, but emerging evidence suggests it may have significant effects on cardiovascular health.
A cardiac stress test helps doctors see how well your heart works during physical activity or simulated exercise. It can help identify blocked arteries, abnormal heart rhythms and other problems before they worsen.
The PREVENT (Predicting Risk of Cardiovascular Disease Events) risk calculator may help reduce those numbers by helping doctors determine a person’s future risk for an atherosclerotic cardiovascular event and recommend preventive measures to lower that risk.
If you’ve ever used a smartwatch, fitness tracker or workout app, you’ve likely seen references to “heart rate zones.” But what exactly do heart rate zones mean, and do you really need to pay attention to them during workouts?
Herniated discs are a common spinal condition that can cause severe pain. When other treatments do not offer enough relief, it may be time to consider a surgical option. Fortunately, open surgical approaches have evolved into safe, minimally invasive procedures.
Research shows that women may experience different symptoms, risk factors and types of heart disease than men. Understanding these differences could help save lives.
Nearly every Nebraska Medicine surgical specialty now offers robotic-assisted surgery, giving patients more treatment options that use smaller incisions and advanced technology.
The best way to treat lymphedema is to prevent lymphedema. A newer reconstructive microsurgery called immediate lymphatic reconstruction helps repair damaged lymphatic vessels and greatly reduces the risk of developing lymphedema.
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