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Vertigo or Dizziness: Is It the Heart?

Vertigo and dizziness are common symptoms that may be caused by an inner ear disorder, low blood pressure, a heart rhythm disorder, or many other medical conditions. This article explains the main causes, the signs to recognize, and the situations in which the heart may be responsible.

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The Heart Never Takes a Vacation

The heart never takes a vacation. Even during the summer, cardiovascular diseases remain a concern. Chest pain, shortness of breath, fainting, heart failure, high blood pressure, or forgetting to take prescribed medications should never be ignored. Learn the essential precautions to take before and during your vacation, the warning signs that require prompt medical attention, and the healthy habits that can help you travel safely while living with cardiovascular disease.

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Pacemaker and Defibrillator Clinics

Pacemaker and defibrillator clinics provide follow-up for implantable cardiac devices, either in person or remotely. They ensure proper device function, help detect arrhythmias, and allow technical settings to be adjusted when needed.

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Coronary heart diseases

Diabetes and Cardiovascular Complications – Medical Point of View

Diabetes is a chronic disease on the rise worldwide, closely linked to cardiovascular disease, whose complications can be reduced through good blood sugar control, healthy lifestyle habits, and appropriate treatments.

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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm

An abdominal aortic aneurysm is often discovered by chance, without any symptoms. Yet, if it tears or ruptures, the consequences can be serious—even fatal.
The key is to monitor the aneurysm’s evolution regularly in order to determine the right time to intervene.

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Diabetes – Patient’s Perspective

Living with diabetes requires discipline and perseverance but also trust and collaboration with one’s healthcare team. This story highlights the strength of partnership between the patient and healthcare professionals.

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Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia

Inappropriate sinus tachycardia (IST) affects about 1% of the population. It is not strictly considered an arrhythmia, but rather a condition where the heart beats faster than expected, even at rest, and accelerates excessively with minimal effort.

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Continuous and Interval Cardiovascular Exercise

Cardiovascular training, whether continuous or interval (HIIT), improves heart health, reduces the risk of cardiac recurrence, and is a cornerstone of cardiovascular prevention. Moving regularly, even a little, extends life expectancy and enhances quality of life.

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Coronary heart diseases

Triglycerides and Heart Disease

Often less well-known than cholesterol, triglycerides are another type of fat found in the blood. When too high, they may play a role in heart disease. Learn how they work, how they might affect your arteries, and what can be done to keep them under control.

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