Tag Archives: CT Scan

Knowing your heart’s calcium score can save your life

Posted on July 9, 2012 by Sherman Health

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD—also known as Coronary Artery Disease) is caused by the buildup of plaque in the arteries to your heart. Why does that matter? We’ll cut right to the chase. CHD is the leading cause of death among … Continue reading →

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Heart Myth or Fact #20: If I were at risk, my doctor would order heart tests

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Sherman Health

MYTH You shouldn’t assume that you don’t have heart disease just because your doctor hasn’t ordered any exams. Cancer screenings tend to be recommended routinely while heart tests, such as CT Scans, are not. However, they should be. Buildup from … Continue reading →

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Why Women Should Care About Heart Health

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Sherman Health

When it comes to disease-fighting awareness, it’s easy to think of cancer prevention first, and all other diseases second. This is especially true for women and breast cancer. The color pink has become a nationwide hue to mark the entire … Continue reading →

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Ask the Cardiologist: How much do I need to exercise?

Posted on February 1, 2011 by Sherman Health

Dr. Maciej Malinski (pictured in animated form above and real-life form on the right) is on the medical staff at Sherman Hospital. He has been kind enough to answer some frequently asked questions related to maintaining a healthy heart in … Continue reading →

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