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Category: Vascular Health

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Artery vs. Vein: What’s the Difference?

By Kara Heer Artery vs. Vein – What’s the Difference Between Them? The blood vessels in our bodies that make up the cardiovascular system are veins, arteries and arterioles.   Arteries are blood vessels that carry oxygen in the blood away from

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Vein Health for Older Adults

Vein Health: 5 Exercises for 65+ It’s no secret that as people age, they’re more likely to develop varicose veins in their legs and feet. That’s why eating a balanced diet, avoiding tobacco, and breaking up long periods of sitting are so

Animated look at COVID-19 in the bloodstream.
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Vascular Complications from COVID-19 Infection

Authored by: Garett Braeburn, OMS III Similar to previous strains of coronavirus (SARS, MERS), research suggests that COVID-19 can cause serious vascular complications. The most common vascular issues include deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary emboli and acute limb ischemia (ALI). Exactly how COVID-19 causes

A female physician performs a vascular ultrasound on a patient's leg while monitoring a screen.
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Vascular Ultrasound: What Is It and How Does It Work?

When it comes to monitoring the condition of your veins and arteries, a vascular ultrasound can help. Whether you are showing signs of a vascular concern, have been diagnosed with a disease, or are striving to prevent a vascular illness from occurring

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How Smoking Affects Your Blood Vessels

For nearly a century, healthcare providers have informed people of the negative health effects that come from smoking cigarettes. While it is true that the research and education shared with the public over recent decades have encouraged millions of people to stop

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The Role of Exercise in Improving Vascular Health

The Role of Exercise in Improving Vascular Health Having a healthy vascular system is an important part of living an overall healthy life. Strong blood vessels lead to good circulation which can have a big impact on how you feel physically and

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Gangrene: What You Should Know

It is no secret that having good blood circulation is an important part of maintaining good overall health. After all, your body can’t function without the help of oxygen-rich blood flowing through its organs and tissues. But what happens when blood flow