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When you read about a heart-healthy diet, it sounds so … grim. Do you really have to give up all your favorite snacks and meals? You may, but what you replace them with can quickly become new favorites, both for your taste buds and your heart.

What’s the big deal about sleep apnea? Isn't it just really bad snoring? If you have sleep apnea, you literally stop breathing for many seconds at a time, many times a night. The consequences can be deadly.

Mammograms and Pap smears for women. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests for men. Skin-cancer screenings for all. Should you also add a stress test? Stress tests help your doctor evaluate your heart health. Find out when you need one.

When your doctor says that you have prediabetes and aren’t yet diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you might think you’re in the clear. But your elevated blood glucose levels still raise your risk for heart attack and stroke. Here’s what to do.

In movies and TV, a character clutches their chest in pain to show they’re having a heart attack. In real life, the symptoms may be more subtle. Know the early signs of a heart attack so you can get help in time.

Hearts abound in February, as we celebrate Valentine’s Day. But the most important heart to cherish is the one in your chest. Here’s how and why the best Valentine is a heart-healthy weight.

Your cardiologist orders an echocardiogram. You’re more than a little bit nervous. What happens when you get an echocardiogram (aka an “echo”)? What does it reveal about your heart health? Does it mean you had — or will have — a heart attack?

Your heart skips a beat. Or two. You’re not in the thrall of new love, so you wonder what’s going on. Are heart palpitations normal? Or are they a sign that something’s wrong with your heart?

Chest pain isn't something to ignore. Not only should you seek medical attention right away, but it's crucial to follow up with a heart specialist to receive crucial management of the underlying issue.

Information on cardiac amyloidosis and why Dr. Ola Akinboboye is the right Cardiologist for you.

Happy Mothers day!!!! From: Laurelton Heart

Struggles to get to the clinic? Trying to reduce your exposure to COVID-19, as well as other contagious illnesses, and still need to see your doctor? Telehealth is safe and easy — receive quality care from anywhere.

Dear patients due to COVID 19 always remember to wash your hands for 20 seconds( singing happy birthday song) , wear your mask or any face covering at all times while out doors. REMEMBER to stay 6ft apart when in large group setting. STAY SAFE