Heart Health

Prevention of Heart Disease Starts in...

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Heart Health, Tips for Kids

Prevention of Heart Disease Starts in...

You may think of heart disease as a problem for adults, not for young children. But according to the Centers for...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 9, 2019

How Poor Sleep Can Contribute to...

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Heart Health, Sleep

How Poor Sleep Can Contribute to...

In today’s fast-paced society, sleep deprivation has become increasingly pervasive in our demanding daily routines. Whether we lose out on sleep...Continue Reading

by Steward Health July 2, 2019

6 Ways to Get Creative with...

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Exercise Tips, Heart Health

6 Ways to Get Creative with...

If you’re not doing so already, then it’s time to get your body moving to gain the health benefits it provides....Continue Reading

by Steward Health March 4, 2019

Kristine Lilly Gets “Real” about Foods...

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Heart Health, Kristine Lilly, Nutrition

Kristine Lilly Gets “Real” about Foods...

Kristine Lilly is a legendary U.S. Soccer World Champion and Olympic Gold Medalist and Steward’s Community Wellness Ambassador. It is American...Continue Reading

by Kristine Lilly February 18, 2019

6 Fast Facts to Help Heart...

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Heart Health

6 Fast Facts to Help Heart...

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by Steward Health February 7, 2019

Looking to Improve Your Cholesterol Levels?

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Heart Health

Looking to Improve Your Cholesterol Levels?

Many people who receive news from their health care provider that their cholesterol levels are high assume they immediately need to...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 4, 2019

7 Mistakes Heart Patients Make

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Heart Health

7 Mistakes Heart Patients Make

If you’ve already had a heart attack, you’re at increased risk for another, but with a few smart moves, you can...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 1, 2019

How the DASH Diet Can Help...

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Heart Health, High Blood Pressure, Nutrition, Preventive Service, Stroke

How the DASH Diet Can Help...

The latest diet making the health news circuits these days is the DASH diet, and it’s peeking a lot of curiosity....Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 19, 2018

A Tiny Invention to Help a...

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Heart Health

A Tiny Invention to Help a...

Several hospitals across the Steward Health Care system are using a new safe alternative to conventional pacemakers to treat bradycardia, which...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 21, 2018

Test your Cholesterol Knowledge Quiz

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Heart Health, Quiz

Test your Cholesterol Knowledge Quiz

Keeping your heart healthy means keeping your cholesterol levels in check, which lowers your chances of getting heart disease or having...Continue Reading

by Steward Health April 10, 2018

Should You Be Taking an Aspirin...

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Aging, Heart Health

Should You Be Taking an Aspirin...

There’s a lot of research in the medical community about the benefits of taking a daily dose of aspirin to lower...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 16, 2018

So You Have High Blood Pressure,...

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Heart Health

So You Have High Blood Pressure,...

If you have been diagnosed by your health care provider as having high blood pressure, you may be wondering what that...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 15, 2018

Keeping the Beat

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Heart Health

Keeping the Beat

Your heart is relentless. It’s an amazing muscle that beats at least 60 times per minute, day and night, over 86,000...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 1, 2018

6 Secrets to Feeling Young at...

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Heart Health

6 Secrets to Feeling Young at...

Age is just a number when you’re young at heart. This is a great motto to live by, but staying young...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 25, 2017

Why Women Must Listen to their...

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Heart Health, Women's Health

Why Women Must Listen to their...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the number one killer of women causing more deaths...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 25, 2017

Healthy Heart, Healthy You

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Heart Health, Weight Loss

Healthy Heart, Healthy You

Often when face-to-face with a health care professional we hear things we already know but have been putting off acting upon...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 18, 2017

How Much Do You Know About...

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Heart Health

How Much Do You Know About...

We’ve all heard a lot about cholesterol levels, especially if your doctor is concerned that your level is too high, but...Continue Reading

by Steward Health September 11, 2017

When Should You Be Concerned About...

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Heart Health

When Should You Be Concerned About...

A Q&A with Nashoba Valley Medical Center Cardiologist Peter Ofman, MD   Dr. Ofman, who recently joined the medical staff at...Continue Reading

by Steward Health February 6, 2017

Man Up and Become Heart Smart

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General, Heart Health, Men's Health

Man Up and Become Heart Smart

Knowing the signs of a heart attack can play a significant role in the possible outcomes and treatment as numerous heart...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 23, 2016

Challenging Convention in Cardiac Care

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Heart Health

Challenging Convention in Cardiac Care

St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center is among the 50 top cardiovascular hospitals to use data to implement evidence-based practices. Pulled from Modern...Continue Reading

by Steward Health November 9, 2016

Nashoba Valley Medical Center Welcomes ​​Cardiologist...

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Heart Health, New Physician

Nashoba Valley Medical Center Welcomes ​​Cardiologist...

Nashoba Valley Medical Center and Steward Medical Group are pleased to welcome Peter Ofman, MD, a highly trained cardiologist to the...Continue Reading

by Steward Health October 25, 2016

Staying in Shape as You Age

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Aging, Exercise Tips, Healthy Living, Heart Health

Staying in Shape as You Age

Your overall health and level of independence as you enter your golden years are largely dependent upon how physically active you...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 22, 2016

Get Pumped With Heart Healthy Foods

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Healthy Living, Heart Health

Get Pumped With Heart Healthy Foods

Foods believed to be beneficial for cardiovascular health include: SALMON. Rich in omega-3 fatty acids that have an anti-clotting effect and...Continue Reading

by Steward Health August 3, 2016