by Aubree Dugas | May 31, 2020 | Cardiologist - Heart Doctor
According to the C.D.C., the number of adults diagnosed with heart disease is 30.3 million! That is about 12% of the nation! Additionally, the obesity rate in the US is about 40%. These are the two primary factors that you should be aware of when considering your...
by Aubree Dugas | May 22, 2020 | Interventional Cardiology
According to the C.D.C.’s latest studies, around 42% of the US population is considered to be obese. Unfortunately, some of the leading causes of preventable death is the US are conditions directly related to obesity. When these conditions begin affecting your...
by Aubree Dugas | May 12, 2020 | Varicose & Spider Veins
The veins are the “straws” of our bodies, so to speak. Our veins return blood back to our heart. However, if the walls of these important blood transporters are damaged, pressure can build up within them, which can slow the blood flow. The slower the blood moves...
by Aubree Dugas | Apr 28, 2020 | Varicose & Spider Veins
If you have developed vein issues such as varicose or spider veins, your doctor may recommend a variety of treatment options. Your treatment options may include injections, minimally invasive procedures or even surgery. Sclerotherapy is the main treatment option for...
by Aubree Dugas | Apr 14, 2020 | Get Heart Healthy
You’ve likely had your blood pressure checked at every doctor’s appointment in your teen to adult life. The nurse calls out those special numbers and unless you are in the medical field yourself, you trust that whatever he/she said is a good number unless told...
by Aubree Dugas | Apr 8, 2020 | Get Heart Healthy, Weight Loss
A healthy lifestyle and a healthy diet are both critical to preventing and fighting cardiovascular disease. There are some simple things that you can implement now, before any issues arise, that can drastically reduce your risk of heart disease. If you already suffer...
by Aubree Dugas | Mar 19, 2020 | Get Heart Healthy
More than 25% of deaths in the United States are linked to heart disease. Unless you were born with a heart defect, heart complications may not be on the radar for you at all until it directly impacts you or a loved one. This article will uncover many common...
by Aubree Dugas | Mar 12, 2020 | Get Heart Healthy
Heart disease is the single leading cause of death in both men and women in the United States today, claiming more lives than all forms of cancer combined. Unfortunately, if you have a heart, you are at risk for heart disease! The good news is, there are many things...
by Aubree Dugas | Mar 7, 2020 | B12 Injections, Weight Loss
Weight is one of the many silent heart risks. At CT Cardio, we not only treat patients who are at risk or currently dealing with heart problems, but we strive to educate and prevent healthy heart habits that will keep you out of our office for those reasons. Those who...
by Aubree Dugas | Feb 29, 2020 | B12 Injections
What is B12? Vitamin B12 is a nutrient absorbed through the intestine through foods such as meat and dairy products. It is essential to keeping the body’s nerve and blood cells healthy. It also is a strong contributing factor in the production of DNA, formation of...
