Understanding Heart Palpitations: Causes Beyond Heart Attack

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: January 28, 2024

Heart palpitations or heart flutters can be a scary and unsettling experience. It may cause you to worry about your heart’s health and raise concerns about the possibility of an impending heart attack. However, there are numerous reasons why your heart may palpitate, and not all of them are related to heart disease.   It

Steps You Can Take Right Now to Avoid a Heart Attack

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On: December 5, 2023

Heart attacks are not uncommon in today’s world, with many people suffering from heart-related complications that can lead to severe health problems, hospital visits, and even death. However, taking preventative measures can help reduce the risk of heart attacks and promote heart health. In this blog post, we will discuss some steps you can take

Should Everyone Learn CPR? – Tampa Cardio Chimes In

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: June 20, 2023

CPR stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. CPR is an emergency procedure geared toward attempting to restart a stopped heart and save a life.  Performing CPR immediately following a cardiac event triples the chance of survival. Yearly 335,000 people die as a result of cardiac arrest in the USA alone. Increasing the number of non-medical individuals who

Would You Recognize the Signs of a Heart Attack?

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: December 6, 2021

  In the USA, someone has a heart attack every 40 seconds. That is 805,000 heart attack events per year. The survival rate for a first heart attack is 90-97% if you get medical attention right away. If you are not hospitalized right away the chance of surviving drops to 50%. While the survival rate

The Stress of 2021 is Getting to Many – Broken Heart Syndrome is on the Rise

Posted by: Tampa Cardio

On: November 5, 2021

Stressed out? You need to read this… It was once believed to be an old wives’ tale, that someone could be so sad, so stressed, or so distraught that it could break their heart on a physical level. The truth isn’t so far from fable. Stress can impact your body in powerfully negative ways. When

Ventricular Fibrillation Happens Without Warning

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On: October 26, 2021

Ventricular Fibrillation happens without warning and stops the heart from working. Ventricular fibrillation is an increased rate chaotic heart rhythm that takes place in the lower chambers of the heart. In cases of VF, the heart loses the ability to effectively pump blood. This results in an almost immediate drop in blood pressure which results

Am I Having a Heart Attack – Tampa Cardio Shows You How To Tell, Quickly

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On: July 29, 2021

Am I Having a Heart Attack – Tampa Cardio Shows You How To Tell, Quickly Heart attacks continue to be a leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States today even above the incoming numbers for COVID. While the survival rate for heart attacks is high, it is strongest amongst

Common Symptoms and Warning Signs of a Heart Attack

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On: May 26, 2021

Do you know the signs? Feeling chest pain can be one of the scariest experiences of your life. It can be difficult to think straight when it happens so it’s imperative to fully know and understand what to look for before a crisis like this happens for you or a loved one. The sooner you

What are the Complications of Hypertension Left Untreated?

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On: May 10, 2021

They didn’t nickname high blood pressure the silent killer for no reason. It is important to check your blood pressure more regularly as you get older. If you notice readings in the warning sign or high range, keep an eye on it. If it continues to remain high over more than a few weeks talk

Energy Drinks Warning: Some Energy Drinks are Potentially Harmful to Your Heart

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On: March 1, 2021

Energy Drinks Warning: Some Energy Drinks are Potentially Harmful to Your Heart It used to be that stimulants were popular among dieters and athletes, but today energy supplements are drinks are sold in every grocery and convenience store. They are widely available and even marketed to teens and kids. There is no regulation on where