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Dr. Denise Pate of Medical Offices of Manhattan, discusses postpartum preeclampsia, why it happens, how dangerous it can be, and what you can do to help prevent and treat it. What is postpartum preeclampsia? Preeclampsia is the development of hypertension and the onset of one of the following: protein in urine, low platelet count, abnormal […]

Posted on June 2 2021

Erectile dysfunction is a subject that can be surrounded by feelings of insecurity, embarrassment, even shame, but it’s something that we should be able to discuss openly. Difficulty achieving an erection is something that more than half of men likely experience at some point in their lives, but erectile dysfunction, in which this occurs repeatedly […]

Posted on May 17 2021

It’s probably not news to you that staying physically active is an important part of a heart-healthy lifestyle. The heart is a muscle, and regular exercise is essential to keeping it strong. Moving your body on a frequent basis is also important to preventing harmful buildup of plaque and cholesterol in the bloodstream, and shedding […]

Posted on April 23 2021

Our Physician Assistant, Rebecca Kraskow, discusses the effects stress has on your heart.   What effect does stress have on your heart? If you’ve been unusually stressed out lately, you’re certainly not alone. With the events of the past year, it’s completely understandable to be feeling a little bit more frazzled than usual. However, it […]

Posted on April 9 2021

Dr. Kambiz Shekib of our sister brand, Medical Offices of Manhattan discusses the effects caffeine has on your heart. Sources: UpToDate & AHA   What effect does a high caffeine intake have on your heart? Caffeine is a most commonly utilized drug in the world; found in everyday products which include tea, coffee, sodas, and […]

Posted on March 30 2021

It’s unlikely that there are many people who would try to make the argument that drinking alcohol is actually good for you, but there can be a somewhat surprising amount of confusion over how drinking actually affects your heart. For people who’ve already had a heart attack or are dealing with high blood pressure or […]

Posted on February 26 2021

Even if you’re not typically much of a drinker, there’s typically a greater temptation to tie one on during special occasions, and the winter holidays are no exception. ‘Tis the season to be jolly, but too much cheer can be harmful to your cardiovascular health, and this is the case even if knocking back a […]

Posted on December 23 2020

Stroke is one of the most common and dangerous cardiovascular complications affecting Americans, with roughly 800,000 cases occurring annual in the United States. This medical condition causes one in six cardiovascular deaths nationwide – an American dies from a stroke roughly every four minutes – and is also one of the leading causes of long-term […]

Posted on December 7 2020

If there’s a natural cheat day built into the calendar, Thanksgiving is probably it. In general, it’s okay to loosen your diet regimen a little bit on turkey day, but you should try to keep track of what you’re putting in your body. There are the obvious unhealthy foods we associate with the holidays – […]

Posted on November 18 2020

Know that feeling when your heart skips a beat? It’s a fairly common sensation and may not be any cause for alarm – you might just be nervous or stressed (or if certain poets and songwriters are to be believed, falling in love). However, it could be a symptom of something more serious. A fluttering […]

Posted on October 15 2020