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August 6, 2021
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 310.659.0715
Cedars Sinai Medical Office Towers
8635 West Third Street Suite 890W
Los Angeles CA 90048
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Dr. Caren and Dr. Urman's Heart Health e-Newsletter
This complimentary monthly educational service is for our patients and their families but please forward it to anyone who might find it of interest. It usually is sent out the first Friday morning of each month with occasional additional special editions as well or with adjustments to our delivery schedule during health emergencies such as the COVID-19 pandemic. Click here to enter our website and learn more about our practice. We encourage you to contact us if you have any questions or wish to make an appointment.
We remain committed and available for your cardiac health needs.
As health care providers, there is nothing more important to us than the well-being of our patients.
It is important to keep yourself heart healthy while trying to remain safe. We Remain Open to Serve You We Are Caring For You in a Safe and Secure Environment Do Not Delay Your Potentially Life-Saving Cardiac Care
No matter
what the circumstances, we are here for you. Let us know if you have
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you healthy.
In keeping with CDC, state and county guidelines, safety protocols are still in place for staff, patients and visitors at our office. Safety protocols include physical distancing and masking requirements for all individuals, even if you are vaccinated.
All persons 12 years of age and older in LA County are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine (although those under age 18 can only get the Pfizer vaccine). Most of our patients have received their vaccinations. We strongly encourage all of our patients to get the COVID-19 vaccine when they are eligible, and as medically appropriate.
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| Those good-for-you foods include whole grains, fruits, veggies, legumes and nuts |
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In Focus
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» Statin Users May Have Added Protection Against Severe COVID-19
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 A new study found that patients taking statin medications prior to getting hospitalized due to COVID-19 had a 41% lower risk of dying during that hospitalization, even after adjusting for other factors like age, gender, other medical problems
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» Teens' Heart Risk From COVID Far Exceeds That of Vaccination
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 Teens have a far greater risk of heart inflammation from COVID-19 than from the vaccines that protect against it, new research shows
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» Flu Shot Might Help Ward Off Severe COVID
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 If you are infected with COVID-19, having had a flu shot makes it less likely you will suffer severe body-wide infection, blood clots, have a stroke or be treated in an intensive care unit
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» Deaths Related to Irregular Heart Rhythm May Be Rising, Especially Among Younger People
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 Deaths related to atrial fibrillation appear to be on the rise, especially among younger adults
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» Severe Sleep Apnea Could Damage Key Blood Vessels
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 Severe sleep apnea is associated with major changes in key arteries and could speed up vascular aging
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» Want to Avoid Sleep Apnea? Get Off the Sofa
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 Here's yet another reason to limit screen time and get moving: Boosting your activity levels could reduce your risk of sleep apnea
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» Dangers of Life-Threatening Second Heart Attack May Be Highest Soon After the First
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 A first heart attack is a serious, life-changing event, although most people now survive them. But a new study underscores the importance of doing everything possible to avoid another one
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Sleep Apnea Doubles Odds for Sudden Death
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With apologies to William Shakespeare, this is the stuff bad dreams are made of: Sleep apnea may double your risk for sudden death.The condition — in which a person's airway is repeatedly blocked during sleep, causing pauses in breathing — may also i ...
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AHA News: Bob Odenkirk's 'Small' Heart Attack? Doctors Say They're a Big Deal
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When actor Bob Odenkirk collapsed on the set of "Better Call Saul" last week in New Mexico, fans held their breath – and obsessively checked for updates on social media – until word came that he was expected to be OK."I had a small heart attack," he ...
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'Moderate' Drinking May Be Heart-Healthy
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Here's a reason to not feel guilty about drinking a glass of wine every evening: A new study suggests that people who drink moderately may have lower risks for both heart attack and stroke than teetotalers — even when they have a history of heart iss ...
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Stronger Hearts, Better Outcomes in Pregnancy: Study
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Thinking of starting a family? Start getting your heart in shape. New research suggests that how healthy a woman's heart is before conception affects outcomes in her pregnancy.Study author Dr. Sadiya Khan said the findings make a case for more compre ...
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Eating Meat Raises Risk of Heart Disease: Study
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Eating beef, lamb, pork and processed meats spells trouble for your heart, and the more you eat, the worse it gets, new research warns.The meta-analysis -- an overview of data from a large number of studies -- included more than 1.4 million people wh ...
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Statin's Health Benefits Far Outweigh Any Potential Harms: Study
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The heart benefits of cholesterol-lowering statins in people without heart disease far exceed the risks of any side effects, a new review finds.Statins are widely prescribed to people with heart disease, and recent guidelines recommend greater preven ...
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Whole Grains Every Day: Key to Your Health and Waistline
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Whole grains can help older adults maintain a thinner waist, lower blood pressure and lower blood sugar, new research suggests.Just three servings a day may do the trick, the authors said. One serving is a slice of whole-grain bread, a half-cup of ro ...
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Athletes Face Twice the Odds for A-Fib
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Athletes have a much higher risk of the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation than non-athletes, and younger athletes have a higher risk than older athletes, according to a new report from Britain. Atrial fibrillation (a-fib) is an irregular, oft ...
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