Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory, systemic condition that primarily affects a persons back. Continue reading →

This article was originally published here Curr Pharm Des. 2021 Feb 16. doi: 10.2174/1381612827666210216151645 Continue reading →

By JAMES D. LOMAX, MD The month of February is traditionally recognized as American Heart Month. Because of the ongoing pandemic, this recognition has been overshadowed by COVID-19 statistics about new coronavirus strains, hospitalizations and deaths Continue reading →

By Dr. Kris Vijay Heart failure is the No Continue reading →

A cricketer died of a heart attack while playing a local tournament in Maharashtras Pune district. Read on to know if athletes are more prone to sudden cardiac deaths. In a tragic accident, a cricketer died after suffering from a heart attack during a local tournament in Maharashtras Pune district. Continue reading →

Every February, social media blushes scarlet with pictures and selfies of physicians Going Red for Women. Continue reading →

Heart disease is one of the most preventable diseases, and yet it remains the number-one leading cause of death in the U.S. Lifestyle changes, such as exercising regularly, eating a heart-healthy diet, and not smoking have been shown to greatly reduce a persons risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. However, Dr Continue reading →

In the new normal, utilize technology even in matters of the heart February is tagged by the American Heart Association as the heart month. You probably notice all information or articles you may come across this month are all about matters of the heart. Continue reading →

Introduction Atherosclerosis occurs when macrophage and elements of fat, mostly cholesterol and its derivatives, are formed in the artery walls, limiting blood flow.1,2 Atherosclerosis is a disease, which develops gradually. Mild atherosclerosis usually does not have any symptoms. However, the progressed atherosclerosis leads to formation of blood clot, which completely blocks blood flow and results in a heart attack, stroke or coronary artery disease (CAD).1 Atherosclerosis is a progressive disease and is associated with several risk factors such as hypercholesterolemia, high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, high triglycerides, genetic abnormalities, as well as life style factors including stress, physical inactivity and tobacco smoking. Continue reading →