Heart Health Archives - Page 6 of 8 - University of Maryland Medical System Health Hub

Heart Health

How to Avoid Holiday Heart Syndrome

December 14, 2020

Overindulging in alcohol is common around the holidays, but drinking too much can affect your heart. Here’s how you can determine if you have holiday heart syndrome.

Do You Need a Daily Aspirin?

December 7, 2020

For years, aspirin was recommended as a prevention measure against heart attacks and strokes. Let’s take a look at the risks associated with daily aspirin consumption, as well as who may still benefit from this preventive treatment.

The Link Between Family History and Cardiovascular Health

December 2, 2020

Your genetic makeup can increase your risk for cardiovascular disease, but you can take steps to shift the narrative. Find out what you can do.

How Much Do You Know About High Blood Pressure?

October 27, 2020

High blood pressure affects many people and can have dire health consequences, but there is a lot of misinformation out there about this important health metric. Get the facts behind the myths.

Heart Complications Don’t Discriminate by Age

September 3, 2020

Many people believe that heart complications only affect older people, but they can actually affect people at any age. Learn more about how heart problems can touch all age groups and what you can do to reduce your risk.

7 Common Cholesterol Myths Busted

September 1, 2020

Keeping your cholesterol levels in check can help you avoid heart disease. Unfortunately, there is still a lot of misinformation out there about cholesterol, what it does to the body, and how to maintain healthy levels. Learn the truth behind the myths.

Heart Failure at Home: 5 Ways to Stay Safe

August 24, 2020

The success of heart failure treatment depends on how you manage the condition at home. Learn what you can do to stay safe and out of the hospital.

Stress-Induced Heart Attacks: Fact or Fiction?

August 15, 2020

Discover how stress silently impacts your heart health and learn simple strategies to protect yourself from its harmful effects.

4 Ways Cardiac Rehab Gives Your Heart a Fresh Start

August 5, 2020

After having a cardiac event, whether it’s a heart attack or surgery, cardiac rehabilitation is an essential part of your recovery. Find out what cardiac rehab is and how it can improve your life.

Yes, Meditation Can Help Lower Your Blood Pressure

August 4, 2020

Meditation provides many health benefits that are still being uncovered by research, but did you know it can lower your blood pressure? Find out how meditation can have this effect on your body and how to do it.

Follow Us on Social Media

Listen to Our Newest Podcasts

News

Read the latest news releases and media coverage about UMMS innovations, discoveries and research and find resources for journalists.

About Us

The University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS) is dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. We bring trusted, easy-to-understand health information, reviewed by our expert medical staff, that covers everything from injury prevention and safety tips to managing chronic conditions and new developments in care.

We are committed to sharing the knowledge and innovation of UMMS to help you live healthier, happier lives.