Brooklyn Cardiovascular Care

12/18/2017

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website. Please visit https://www.brooklyncardiovascularcare.com/

11/11/2017

10/26/2017

October 29 is World Stroke Day. Spread awareness: http://www.worldstrokecampaign.org/learn.html

Face the Facts: Stroke is Treatable Awareness What is a stroke? Stroke happens when the blood supply to part of the brain is cut off. Without blood, brain cells can be damaged or die. This damage can have different effects depending on where it happens in the brain. It can affect people’s body, mobi...

10/20/2017

For those who do not like drinking regular plain old water… try these infused water recipes

Jazz up your water with infusions - here are 12 great combinations to keep it fun.

10/18/2017

Seasonal Produce (Fall and Winter)
http://www.heart.org/HEARTORG/HealthyLiving/HealthyEating/Nutrition/Seasonal-Produce---Fall-and-Winter_UCM_444862_Article.jsp #.Wefg6oWcFZV

The American Heart Association explains how it's easy to add tasty and heart-healthy foods to your everyday meals with cold weather produce.

09/28/2017

September is Atrial Fibrillation (AFib) Awareness Month. Approx. 15 percent of strokes are a result of untreated AFib. Learn more about AFib and prevent stroke happening to you:



https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=7jpp3xCTcCc

AFib occurs in an estimated 2.7 million Americans and is the most common type of irregular heartbeat. An estimated 15 percent of strokes are a result of untr...

09/27/2017

Q&A with Dr. Loewinger

Q: Can the flu increase heart attack risks?

A: Everyone hates to get the flu, but most people don’t think about the effects of the flu on their heart. The flu dehydrates you through sweating and vomiting and other mechanisms. Dehydration puts strain on your heart and makes you more vulnerable to heart attacks. Everyone with heart disease or major heart disease risk factors like diabetes needs to get a flu shot.

09/25/2017

In celebration of 's close victory, here's an informative article from Penn State on tips for cutting down on salt. Use it at your next tailgate!
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http://news.psu.edu/story/313131/2014/04/23/medical-minute-trying-cut-salt-try-herbs-and-spices-instead

09/22/2017

Today is the first day of fall. Enjoy.


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09/20/2017

Pets lower blood pressure! Our furry friends aren't just cute, they contribute to a longer, healthier life.

On that note, four newborn kittens were just found in the basement of the headquarters of the Brooklyn Medical Society. If anyone wants to do a good deed, gain an adorable friend, and lower their blood pressure, let us know ASAP and we will give you all the pertinent information.

09/19/2017

https://news.heart.org/best-way-to-keep-blood-pressure-under-control/

Maintaining a healthy weight could be the key to keeping your blood pressure in check.

09/18/2017

Fall is almost here. Check out which produce are in season.

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