Infarto/ angina pectoris

What is hypertension why should you take notice

Dr Mark Thomas
2024-04-25

Hypertension is much more common than you might think. Around a third of UK adults have high blood pressure and many may not even realise. The only way to know is to get tested. Dr Mark Thomas explains what the numbers on blood pressure readings mean and how he can help you if you have been recently diagnosed. Mostrare di più

Angina: When is it serious?

Dr Dwayne Conway
2024-04-25

We invited highly esteemed consultant interventional and general cardiologist Dr Dwayne Conway to shed light on how cardiovascular health and angina symptoms relate to heart attack risk. The revered specialist also reveals the most important risk factors associated with heart attack risk and the lifestyle measures which can improve heart health most significantly. Mostrare di più

breathlessness heart problems

Dr Michael John Van der Watt
2024-04-24

Even though most of us probably wouldn't associate breathing difficulties with heart problems, it can be a common warning sign that something is wrong with your heart. Cardiologist, Dr Michael John Van der Watt explains which heart conditions can leave a person feeling tired and breathless. Mostrare di più

Echocardiogram: a powerful diagnostic tool for the heart

Dr Malcolm Burgess
2024-04-24

An echocardiogram (a cardiac ultrasound) is used to assess most types of heart disease. Dr Malcolm Burgess explains when this diagnostic tool is used, the accuracy of results and what next steps might be needed. Mostrare di più