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Recognizing the Signs of Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Oct 1st, 2024

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is thought to affect at least 8.5 million adults in the United States alone, but the true figure is likely up to 50% higher due to undiagnosed cases. PAD can lurk for years undiscovered, until it causes a serious event like a stroke or heart attack....

What is a Stress Test, and Should I Have One? Sep 19th, 2024

You already know you’re stressed. In fact, the stressors in your personal life, work life, and the world at large may even have been what sent you to the doctor. Maybe you have chest pain or heart palpitations. Or you feel so fatigued that you have to drag yourself through...

Hypertension-Friendly Diet Changes You Can Make Today Aug 7th, 2024

Hypertension is often dubbed the "silent killer" because initially, it does not produce symptoms but can lead to severe health complications over time.  At Lone Star Heart and Vascular Center in Tomball, Texas, our experienced cardiologists are passionate about educating patients on the intersection of nutrition and heart health. By...

Why You Should Never Ignore Chest Pain Jul 3rd, 2024

Depending on the severity, you may either be very alarmed or dismissive of chest pain. While in some mild cases, chest pain may be benign, in many situations, it’s a sign of a life-threatening condition. Chest pain doesn't always feel like a sharp stab — it can also feel dull...

Walnuts May Help Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease Nov 11th, 2020

SciTechDaily: A Study on Anti-inflammatory effects of walnuts