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  • Left Heart Catheterization

    A left heart catheterization is a procedure to look at your heart and its arteries. You may need this procedure if you have chest pain, heart disease or your heart is not working as it should.

  • Right Heart Cath

    Right heart catheterization is a procedure to check the pressure in your heart and lungs.

  • Heart and Vascular Care

  • Adult Congenital Heart Disease

  • Congenital Heart Disease Program

  • Can drinking water help you lose weight? Here are some tips on how to get more water in your day

    Leonardo da Vinci once said, “Water is the driving force of all nature.” I can’t explain to you how true this really is. Water is your body's main chemical component, and makes up about 60% of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water.

    How much water do we really need?

    Eight 8-ounce glasses per day, right?! Well, maybe not. This magical number has no real scientific data behind it. In 2004, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) did an extensive review of evidence and concluded that the combination of thirst and usual drinking behavior is adequate to maintain normal hydration. However, because water needs vary considerably, and because there is no evidence of chronic dehydration in the general population, a minimum intake of water cannot be set. Based on the average total water intake from U.S. survey data, the IOM set guidelines for an Adequate Intake (AI) for adults aged 19-30 years as follows: Women: approximately 2.7 liters (91 ounces) of total water each day Men: approximately 3.7 liters (125 ounces) of total water each dayAn individual’s water requirements can fluctuate greatly, even on a day-to-day basis, depending on physical activity, environmental conditions, diet, and medical status. People who are very physically active, or who are exposed to high temperatures, typically require increased fluid intake. Specialty diets may also increase fluid needs in order to lessen the burden on the kidneys and liver by helping to excrete waste products.

  • Medications for Heart Disease

    If you already have symptoms of heart disease, any one or combination of the following medications may be prescribed for you. It is important that you take your medication as prescribed by your doctor.

  • Why am I so tired and what can I do about it? How to combat the most common symptom of multiple sclerosis

    Fatigue occurs in up to 80% of patients with Multiple Sclerosis. It is believed to be related to the impaired nerve conduction which occurs as a result of the damaged myelin and axons (nerves). It is by far the most common symptom of MS and is one of the leading factors in persons leaving the workforce.

  • EKG for Heart Problems: Only the First Step

     

  • Bob Saget’s Death Highlights Dangers of Head Injuries

    TV star Bob Saget’s recent death from head trauma has raised awareness of the dangers of brain injuries and may leave you wondering when you should go to the ER after hitting your head.