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How to Have a Heart-to-Heart about Health
January 28, 2021Understanding the risk factors, signs and symptoms of heart disease can have a big impact on the likelihood of a positive outcome and a strong recovery when issues arise. Besides recognizing these in yourself, it’s also important to be able to recognize them in your loved ones and be able to comfortably discuss them. By detecting potential heart problems early,…
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It Does That? Fun Facts About Your Hard-Working Heart
January 28, 2021Your heart is one hard-working muscle – a fascinating, giant pump that’s working every second of every minute of every day. It’s working hard for you, so let these fun facts about your heart inspire you to work a little harder to keep it healthy. Your adult heart beats about 100,000 times a day. That’s at least one beat every second, or…
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Give Your Brown Bag a Boost
January 28, 2021You’re at work. It’s lunchtime. Your brown bag lunch is waiting for you in the office fridge. Maybe it’s two-day-old meatloaf. Maybe it’s a turkey sandwich. Either way, you’re not too thrilled about it. We’ve all been there. We’ve also been there when the co-workers stop by and invite you out to the new burger joint down the…
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Thank you!
January 28, 2021Thank you for joining us on this 29-day journey of heart health. We hope you’ve found it helpful and that you’ve learned something about your heart that you may not have known before. Remember, heart health isn’t about a crash diet. It’s not about getting up at 5 am to run 10 miles every day or vowing to never eat dessert again. And it’s not…
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
January 28, 2021You’ve got your father’s eyes, your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t. It’s important to know how your family’s history with heart disease can affect your own heart health. If you don’t know your…
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
January 28, 2021You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you. Laugh. Research has pointed to laughter having several benefits for your heart health, including increased blood flow and lowered…
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
January 28, 2021When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die within an hour of their first symptom. Being able to quickly recognize what’s happening…
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
January 28, 2021How well do you take care of your teeth and gums? Some research has shown a link between poor oral health and poor heart health. Studies have shown a link between gum disease and increased heart disease risk and that poor oral health can increase the risk of bacterial infection in your bloodstream. One study published by the American Heart Association showed gum disease…
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Heart Health at Any Age
January 28, 2021Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age. Check out these pointers on what to remember as each decade comes and goes, as well as some things to keep in mind at every age. All Age…
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Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!
January 28, 2021As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity. Creating a more active family lifestyle can be done anytime, anywhere. Family walks after dinner, weekend excursions like hiking or skiing, a trip to the local pool, a…
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Heart Disease 101: Warning Signs for Women
January 28, 2021As the number one killer of men and women in the U.S., you might think that gender doesn’t matter when it comes to heart disease. But it does. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about one in 16 women age 20 and older have coronary heart disease, while only approximately half of women recognize that heart disease is women’s number one killer. Additionally, women can sometimes experience heart attack symptoms differently from men.
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An Egg White a Day…
January 28, 2021If you’re an egg lover, you may scoff at eating just the whites. Not so fast. If you’re open to a change, utilizing just the whites of the egg every now and then can benefit your heart, particularly if cholesterol is a concern. Egg whites are low in calories, high in protein and have no cholesterol. This egg white omelet is a great way to give them a try. Cook one up today!
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Not All Symptoms Are Obvious: Overlooked Symptoms to Watch
January 28, 2021We’ve all seen when heart attacks happen in the movies. A character is walking along when, suddenly, they grab their chest – wincing with pain – and immediately tell someone, “Call 911! I’m having a heart attack!”
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Namaste Healthy: The Heart Benefits of Yoga
January 28, 2021Manage blood pressure. Control cholesterol. Reduce blood sugar. Get active. Eat better. Lose weight. Stop smoking. There’s a reason the most talked about ways to improve your heart health also make up the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Life’s Simple 7® a list of seven lifestyle strategies that can help you lower your risk for heart disease: they work!
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30 Minutes a Day Can Help Keep Heart Disease Away
January 28, 2021Did you know that exercising as little as 30 minutes every day can improve your heart health and quality of life?
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Give Your Kitchen Pantry Some Love
January 28, 2021Eating smart for your heart starts at home. But how do you know what to stock up on to keep your meals heart-healthy? We’ve compiled a guide to help you plan your next grocery trip to stock up on nutritious foods that can help you and your family stay healthy – and satisfied at the dinner table, today and every day.
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Clinch Valley Welcomes Bobby Gentry ONP-C
January 27, 2021Clinch Valley Health announced today that Bobby Gentry ONP-C has joined its staff at Clinch Valley Physicians Associates and will be offering orthopedic services to the residents of Tazewell and surrounding counties. Bobby will join Dr. Walid Azzo, M.D., PhD, FAAOS. Bobby graduated from Walden University. He is a board-certified orthopedic nurse practitioner. Most…
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Welcome Orthopedic Surgeon Walid Azzo, M.D. PhD, FAAOS
January 25, 2021Clinch Valley Health today announced that orthopedic surgeon Walid Azzo, M.D. PhD, FAAOS has joined its staff and will be offering orthopedic services to patients throughout southwest Virginia and southern West Virginia. Dr. Azzo comes to Clinch Valley Health after serving the Bluefield area for more than 25 years. Dr. Azzo is board-certified in…
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Why I Got the COVID-19 Vaccine
January 18, 2021By Teri Crawford Brown RNC, MSN, Lead Administrative Supervisor For most of us, this past holiday season was unlike any other we have experienced. Instead of the typical hustle and bustle of holiday parties, family gatherings and being surrounded by those we love – this year was just different. I know for me personally, I missed my Mommaw. She is 89 years old…
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Brighter Days Ahead: Celebrate the New Year with a Healthy Start
December 31, 2020A new year is always an opportunity for a fresh start. A new beginning. That’s one of the big reasons so many of us set New Year’s resolutions. Turning the page on the calendar gives us a chance to turn the page on unhealthy habits, resolve to be better, healthier versions of ourselves and look to the future with hope for what’s to come. As we look…
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