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Dr. Caren and Dr. Urman's Heart Health
e-Newsletter
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Patients and professional colleagues alike have recognized Dr. Mark Urman and Dr. Jeffrey Caren as being sensitive and caring physicians as well as having exceptional clinical judgment and awareness of the current thought in clinical cardiology.
Drs. Caren and Urman are proud to be Attending Cardiologists in the
Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute - recognized as a
Top 10 Heart Program in the nation
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A reflection of the leading edge cardiac services we offer and the results we obtain for our patients, their families and the community
# 1 Cardiology and Heart Surgery Program in Los Angeles
# 1 Heart Program in California
# 1 Heart Program in The Western US.
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Health News
| Death of Loved One May Trigger Heart Rhythm Trouble |
| When partner passes, odds for atrial fibrillation appear to rise, study suggests |
WEDNESDAY, April 6, 2016 Losing your nearest and dearest may break your heart, literally.
People are more likely to develop an irregular heartbeat following the death of their spouse or life partner, particularly if they'r... » Read the full article |
| 'Paleo' Diet May Help Older Women's Hearts, Waistlines |
| Trendy eating plan may cut cholesterol, disease risks in postmenopausal women, Swedish research suggests |
SUNDAY, April 3, 2016 The so-called Paleo diet may help older women lose weight and lower their future risk of diabetes and heart disease, a new study has found.
Women experienced these benefits... » Read the full article |
| Waistline May Predict Heart Disease Better Than Weight |
| Study finds 'apple-shaped' diabetes patients had higher odds for cardiac decline |
SATURDAY, April 2, 2016 When it comes to heart health, new research adds to the argument that a pear-shaped body, which is heavy in the hips, may be better than an apple-shaped body, which carries more weight around the belly.
... » Read the full article |
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| Warfarin Can Be Safe, Effective for People With Irregular Heartbeat |
| Study supports well-managed use of the cheap, standby drug, but one expert prefers newer blood thinners |
| Stem Cell Therapy Shows Promise Against Heart Failure |
| A second study found bypass surgery might also extend the lives of people with the disease |
| Psoriasis May Raise Risk for Aneurysms in Abdomen: Study |
| But overall chances of experiencing often fatal ruptures remain small, doctors say |
| Even Non-Obese Report Better Mood, Sex Drive After Dieting |
| Calorie cutters said their sleep and relationships improved, too |
| After Pregnancy-Linked Diabetes, Healthy Diet May Ease Blood Pressure |
| Eating nutritious foods seems to counter higher risk, researchers find |
| Fatty Foods, Drowsy Days |
| Study found men who preferred fat-filled fare were more likely to be habitually sleepy |
| The Health Risks Posed by Mindless Munching |
| Being more aware of your food might help improve cholesterol and blood sugar levels, study suggests |
| Health Tip: Dig Into More Flavorful Foods |
| Seasonings boost taste |
| Eat To Your Heart's Content |
| Common sense guidance to heart healthy diets |
| Too Much Sitting May Shorten Your Life, Study Suggests |
| Getting out of the chair for just 30 minutes more a day has health benefits, researchers say |
| Exercise May Counter Harms From Too Much Sitting, Study Says |
| Fewer risks for heart disease, diabetes seen among physically active adults |
| Health Tip: Exercise for a Healthier Heart |
| Activity helps protect against heart disease |
| Health Tip: Walking is Good for You |
| Here are potential benefits |
| Does Exercise Help or Hinder Your Diet? |
| Research shows a workout dulls the appetite, at least temporarily |
| Building Muscle Could Boost the Body's Most Important Muscle |
| People with heart disease should prioritize weight training over weight loss, study says |
| Expert Panel Reaffirms Daily Aspirin's Use Against Heart Disease, Colon Cancer |
| Guideline applies to people in their 50s, many in their 60s, who are already at higher risk for heart disease |
| A Few Key Steps Can Protect Your Heart and Kidneys |
| Study cites smoking, body fat, exercise, blood pressure among factors to pay attention to |
| FDA: 2 Diabetes Drugs May Be Linked to Heart Failure Risk |
| Warning pertains to drugs containing saxagliptin or alogliptin |
| Metformin Safer for Heart Than Other Common Type 2 Diabetes Drugs: Study |
| Large analysis found up to 40 percent lower risk of heart disease death versus sulfonylureas |
| FDA Approves First Wire-Free Pacemaker |
| Treats irregular heartbeat without wired leads. Likely is possibly appropriate for only a small percentage of patients requiring pacemakers at this point. Heart experts explain that wire lead in typical pacemakers can malfunction and need repair |
| Harmful Artery-Stiffening Seen in Healthy 40-Year-Olds |
| Evidence of brain changes at such an early age surprises researchers |
| Obesity in Teens Seems to Raise Risk for Illness, Death in Middle Age |
| Health experts worry trend will only get worse, since teens followed in long-term study were thinner than kids today |
| Lonely, Isolated People May Be Prone to Heart Disease, Stroke |
| Study found social isolation raised the risk by 30 percent |
| Treating Depression Might Help Stem Heart Woes: Study |
| Effective treatment shown to lower risk of major cardiovascular complications, researchers report |
| A Test To Help Determine Your Risk of Heart Attack |
| CardioHealth, a 5 minute non-invasive test can help us tell if you have or are at risk of developing plaque in your arteries. Are you at risk for a heart attack or stroke? |
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