The health of the respiratory tract is seriously threatened by the pollutants and toxins generated by the Canadian wildfires. PM2.5, or fine particulate matter, is of particular concern. These tiny particles have the ability to enter the bloodstream and travel deep into the lungs, where they can cause or exacerbate respiratory disorders including asthma, bronchitis, and even cardiovascular issues.
According to cardiologist Robert Segal, M.D., there might actually be a correlation. Dr. Segal continues that some drugs used to treat sinus infections can also raise blood pressure.
The effect of exercise on blood pressure is real and it may get stronger the longer and harder you exercise. If you have high blood pressure, you might worry whether exercising too much is dangerous rather than beneficial.
One of the simplest indicators of a person’s heart health is their cholesterol levels. Cardiologist Dr. Robert Segal with Manhattan Cardiology talks about cholesterol levels, health effects, and the tests people need to know about.
Although high blood pressure is one risk factor for heart attacks, it's not the only one. Other factors like smoking, high cholesterol, a family history of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, inactivity, and stress may also raise the risk of heart attacks.
There are several reasons to have a blood pressure monitor at home, but the major one is that high blood pressure, commonly known as hypertension, frequently has no symptoms and can be easily missed.