Heart Health

Your heart health is one of the most important indicators of your overall wellness, yet many people don’t know where they stand when it comes

Your heart works tirelessly every day, and protecting it should be one of your top priorities. The good news is that you don’t need to

Your heart is the engine that keeps your body running, and caring for it should never be rushed or one-size-fits-all. Unfortunately, traditional healthcare often limits

Dr. Crandall has always been a proponent of limiting the amount of soft drinks in his patients diets, but after the recent findings below, you should

Unfortunately, a full two-thirds of American adults are overweight. The obesity crisis – and accumulation of unhealthy belly fat – gets even worse during midlife.

Stress is more than just a feeling of being overwhelmed and it can have a real impact on your heart. From racing pulses during a

Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, yet many of its warning signs can appear subtly long before a major cardiac event occurs.

At The Palm Beach Clinic for Concierge Internal Medicine and Cardiology, educating patients about the early warning signs of heart disease is a vital step

Concierge medicine offers a tailored healthcare approach that is gaining attention, especially among patients managing chronic and complex conditions like heart disease. At The Palm

Irregular heartbeat, stroke, and arthritis are among the serious health problems facing Pope Benedict XVI as he becomes the first pontiff to step down in

The effects of light on our bodies can vary depending on the color spectrum. Blue wavelengths, beneficial during the daytime, can disrupt our sleep patterns

Heart failure, a condition where the heart becomes too weak to pump blood effectively, can be significantly improved with an implantable heart pump. A study

For most people with heart disease, extended travel is generally safe. However, it is essential to consult with their doctor before embarking on significant journeys,

As the abuse of injected heroin and other addictive opioids continues to spread across the United States, heart experts are sounding the alarm about an

Researchers have found that the amount of sleep an individual gets can impact their risk of stroke, with race also playing a role in this

The initial post-heart attack doctor visit is essential for your recovery and overall heart health. During this visit, you will receive crucial information that will

Is Heart Disease Genetic? Genetics plays a role in heart disease. For example, specific genetic conditions, such as familial hypercholesterolemia, result in very high counts of

Dr. Crandall’s best selling book titled The Simple Heart Cure was a #1 best selling cardiology book on Amazon. The book offers it’s readers the opportunity to

Azithromycin is one of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics on the market. Most people know it by the name Z-Pak. It is also one of

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, but research continues to show that prevention is possible with the right lifestyle choices. One of

We often think of coronary artery disease as an ailment that reflects problems of our modern lifestyle. But thanks to coronary calcium scoring, we now

Dr. Chauncey Crandall chooses articles for his BLOG that he believes either directly relates to his patients or could be a helpful tip to those who read it.

The death of America’s most famous astronaut Neil Armstrong due to complications following quadruple heart bypass surgery might seem surprising, considering how routine this major operation has

Cardiac ischemia occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is reduced, often due to narrowed or blocked coronary arteries. Prompt and accurate diagnosis is

Angina is a symptom of underlying heart disease characterized by chest pain or discomfort caused by reduced blood flow to the heart muscle. It serves

Chest pain is a common symptom that can signal various heart conditions, but one particularly painful and serious cause is angina pectoris. Angina occurs when

Cardiomyopathy refers to diseases of the heart muscle that impair its ability to pump blood effectively. This condition can lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and

Coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when the arteries supplying blood to the heart become narrowed or blocked due to plaque buildup, leading to chest pain,

Managing heart failure requires a comprehensive approach to maintain quality of life and prevent hospitalizations. An effective heart failure action plan begins with understanding symptoms