May is Stroke Awareness Month! Stroke is often thought of as a disease that affects only the elderly. Three-quarters of all strokes occur in people over the age of 65, however; strokes can affect anyone of any age. What causes a stroke? A stroke occurs when the flow...
Is anxiety a contributing factor to heart disease? Can it also deter recovering from heart related issues? Many doctors believe so. If you suffer from anxiety, it is important to do all you can to manage your anxiety to prevent other health problems also. However, if...
As we remember American Heart Month every February, it is important to us that we discuss heart issues that affect many of our patients. A heart murmur is a common medical condition. Although the numbers vary from various medical authorities, as many as 30-50% of...
One of the leading causes of death is cardiovascular disease. Although we cannot change certain risk factors such as age and family history, we can help prevent cardiovascular disease and hope to live a long, healthy life. You probably know that exercise and a...
February is the month we dedicate as American Heart Month! On Friday, February 1st, CCMH went red for heart health awareness. Every year, we join with individuals across the nation to bring awareness to heart disease on the first Friday of February. CCMH is dedicated...
