Screening for sudden death in athletes has been a topic of controversy, due to its expensive costs and time involved in conducting the exams. But the unfortunate fact is sudden deaths do occur in sports. A ... Continue Reading
Activity Level Determines Heart Health, Not Age
As both men and women begin to age the arteries in their bodies become susceptible to arterial stiffening. Arterial stiffness occurs as a result of age and atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). It ... Continue Reading
Get Fit And Beat Your Genetics: Reduce Hypertension
Everyone knows that a healthy ticker is vital to a long and healthy life. Unfortunately, some people are dealt a bad hand and cannot help that their genetic makeup makes them susceptible to hypertension, ... Continue Reading