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Breast Cancer and Heart Disease: What is the Connection?

January 17, 2022 by Alain Bouchard, MD Leave a Comment

Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon

This article was written in collaboration with Dr. Ramey Marshell, Arkansas Cardiology, Baptist Health Heart Institute. Advances in screening and treatment have improved survival for patients with breast cancer. There are currently over 3 million breast cancer survivors and they are projected to be over 5 million by 2030. On average, women with breast cancer […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Heart Disease Tagged With: breast cancer, cardio-oncology, heart disease

The Breast Cancer and Heart Disease Connection with Dr. Ramey Marshell

January 17, 2022 by Alain Bouchard, MD 2 Comments

Breast Cancer Cells

There has been growing interest in the complex issues surrounding the relationship between treatment of breast cancer and heart disease. But who is at risk? How can we prevent cardiac complications? What kind of follow-up is there for breast cancer patients after remission? Dr. Alain Bouchard discusses these questions and more with Dr. Ramey Marshell […]

Filed Under: Heart Disease, Podcast Tagged With: breast cancer, cardio-oncology, heart disease

Choosing the Right Sources of Carbohydrates is Essential for Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

November 1, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD Leave a Comment

Choosing the right sources of carbohydrates is essential for preventing cardiovascular disease

In this article from June 24, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute explores a very simple way to improve our cardiovascular health through diet. OVERVIEW Recent studies show that people who regularly consume foods containing low-quality carbohydrates (simple sugars, refined flours) have an increased risk of cardiovascular events and premature mortality. Conversely, a high […]

Filed Under: Diet & Nutrition, Featured Articles, Heart Health

Standing Up is Still Doing a Little Exercise!

October 25, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD 1 Comment

Standing up

In this article from December 21, 2020, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute has some good news for those seniors who hate exercise: standing up can count! OVERVIEW Sedentary lifestyle is associated with a significant increase in the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, certain types of cancer and an increased risk of dying prematurely. […]

Filed Under: Exercise, Featured Articles

Effects of Cold on Cardiovascular Health

October 18, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD Leave a Comment

Effects of Cold on Cardiovascular Health

In this article from February 16, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the effects of cold temperatures on cardiovascular health. OVERVIEW Exposure to cold causes a contraction of blood vessels as well as an increase in blood pressure, heart rate, and the work of the heart muscle. The combination of cold and […]

Filed Under: Exercise, Featured Articles, General Health, Heart Health

Cryptogenic Stroke and PFO with Dr. Mustafa Ahmed, Dr. Soo Young Kwon, and Dr. Ekaterina Bakradze

September 28, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 4 Comments

Cryptogenic Stroke and PFO

When a patient has a PFO, or hole in the heart, doctors are left with a decision: to close or not to close. Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Mustafa Ahmed discuss cryptogenic stroke and PFO, as well as the role of the heart-brain team, with Dr. Soo Young Kwon and Dr. Ekaterina Bakradze, both of […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Podcast Tagged With: cryptogenic stroke, patent foramen ovale, PFO, Stroke

Intermittent Fasting with Courtney Peterson, PhD

September 9, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 2 Comments

There are many different forms of intermittent fasting.

Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Courtney Peterson, PhD, in a discussion of intermittent fasting, from methods, effects, and current clinical trials in the field. If you are interested in participating in one of Dr. Peterson’s trials, please call 205-484-5633. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (2) Tell Us How We're […]

Filed Under: Diet & Nutrition, Featured Articles, Heart Health, Podcast Tagged With: diet, intermittent fasting

Disparities in Cardiovascular Care with Dr. Antoine Keller and Dr. Stephen Clarkson

August 26, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD Leave a Comment

Rural communities, especially in the South, are affected by disparities in cardiovascular care.

How can the medical community cross the divide caused by disparities in care, and where can those lines be drawn? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Antoine Keller at Baton Rouge General and Dr. Stephen Clarkson at UAB in a discussion of racial, geographic, and socioeconomic divisions affecting cardiovascular care for our communities. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Heart Disease, Podcast Tagged With: aortic stenosis, heart disease

Gradual Return to Physical Activity After Recovering from COVID-19

July 21, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD Leave a Comment

Returning to physical activity after recovering from COVID-19 should be gradual.

In this article from April 25, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute explains how patients recovering from COVID-19 should return to physical activity. OVERVIEW People with persistent symptoms or who have had a severe form of COVID-19 or who may have a history of cardiopathy should consult a doctor before resuming physical activity. People […]

Filed Under: Exercise, Featured Articles, General Health Tagged With: coronavirus, COVID-19

The Ketogenic Diet with Dr. Amy Goss

June 17, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 1 Comment

Dr. Amy Goss

What is the ketogenic diet, and what is its effect on cardiovascular health? Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Amy Goss, Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition Sciences at UAB, in a discussion of all things keto. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. Photo from @AmyMGoss 4.71/5 (7) Tell Us […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Podcast

Diets, Diets, Diets: Diffusing the Confusion with Dr. Danielle Belardo

May 27, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD Leave a Comment

From trendy diets to shifting opinions on carbs, today’s world is full of conflicting information about proper nutrition. Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Danielle Belardo, a cardiologist from California, in a discussion ranging from omega-6 fats to the paleo diet. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (4) Tell Us […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Podcast

Why Do the Japanese Have the Highest Life Expectancy in the World?

May 20, 2021 by Martin Juneau, MD Leave a Comment

In this article from March 9, 2021, Dr. Martin Juneau of the Montreal Heart Institute looks at the reasons behind the high life expectancy of the Japanese. OVERVIEW The Japanese have the highest life expectancy at birth among the G7 countries. The higher life expectancy of the Japanese is mainly due to fewer deaths from ischemic heart […]

Filed Under: Diet & Nutrition, Featured Articles, General Health, Heart Health

Cardiac CT: From Prognosis to Diagnosis with Dr. Satinder P. Singh

May 13, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD 6 Comments

Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Satinder P. Singh, Chief of the Cardiopulmonary Radiology and Director of Cardiac CT at UAB, in a discussion of cardiac CT cases, from prognosis to diagnosis…back to prognosis! Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (7) Tell Us How We're Doing… Was This Article Helpful?

Filed Under: Coronary Artery Disease, Featured Articles, Podcast, Tests & Investigations

AFib Dilemma: Stroke vs. Bleed with Dr. Yoaav Krauthammer

April 23, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD Leave a Comment

How should we attempt stroke prevention in AFib patients with high bleeding risk?

Dr. Alain Bouchard is joined by Dr. Yoaav Krauthammer in a discussion of stroke prevention in patients with atrial fibrillation and high bleeding risk. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 5/5 (11) Tell Us How We're Doing… Was This Article Helpful?

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Heart Disease, Podcast Tagged With: atrial fibrillation, Stroke

Primary Prevention with Dr. Martha Gulati

April 9, 2021 by Alain Bouchard, MD Leave a Comment

Primary Prevention with Dr. Martha Gulati

Does an aspirin a day keep the doctor away? Is alcohol good or bad for your cardiac health? In this week’s episode, Dr. Alain Bouchard and Dr. Martha Gulati delve into everything you ever wanted to know about primary prevention. Subscribe to the MyHeart.net Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Podcasts. 4.43/5 (14) Tell Us How We're […]

Filed Under: Featured Articles, Podcast, Risk & Prevention

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