Category: OHH News

From plant-based meat substitutes to turmeric supplements, there are many food trends that claim they have benefits for heart health. Find out which ones are backed by research and which ones need further study.

An arrhythmia is an abnormal heartbeat caused by a malfunction of the heart’s electrical system. The condition can range from minor to serious, but there are ways to manage the risk.

Commonly prescribed blood thinners require ongoing follow-up care. OHH has established the Anti-Coagulation Clinic to monitor patients’ use of blood thinners.

Maintaining a healthy weight lowers your risk of heart disease. There are many different options for weight loss, and it is important to find the one that works best for you.

Cardiac catheterization can be used in the diagnosis and treatment of many different heart disorders. During a cardiac cath, a catheter is threaded to your heart through a vein or artery in your arm, neck, or groin.

OHH’s Heart Valve Institute is committed to minimally invasive techniques to treat all types of heart valve disorders. We are the most experienced transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) center in the state of Oklahoma.

Music affects the body in many ways and can play a role in the journey toward heart health as part of stress reduction and fitness routines.

Premature ventricular contractions are a type of arrhythmia that happens when extra beats originate in the bottom chambers (or ventricle) of the heart. Lifestyle changes, medications, or ablation therapy may be recommended to treat different severities of PVCs.

Oklahoma Heart Hospital Research Foundation focuses on clinical research to advance our knowledge and treatment of heart disease. This innovation impacts treatment of heart disease in Oklahoma and throughout the world.

A simple heart scan saved one fire chief’s life. The Hearts for Heroes program partners with Oklahoma Blood Institute to provide free heart scans for firefighters who donate blood.

Mitral valve prolapse is a heart condition where the flaps of the mitral valve allow blood to flow backward in the heart. While many cases are mild and only require monitoring, some severe cases require treatment.

May is High Blood Pressure Education Month. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, has few symptoms but can lead to significant health risks.

Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy is a genetic disease that causes the tissue of the heart muscle to die and be replaced with scar tissue.

Marijuana is one of the most commonly used drugs in the United States, but its impact on heart health isn’t entirely known. Studies have shown a potential increase in risk of heart attack, worsening of heart rhythm issues, and interactions with medications for heart disease.

Supplements may play a role in lowering risk for heart disease as well as promoting a healthy lifestyle, but they there are still many unknowns regarding the role of supplements in heart health.

Medications for heart rhythm disorders fall into two main categories: anticoagulants and antiarrhythmics. It’s important for patients to understand the safety and risks of these medications.

There is a strong connection between mental health and heart health, which is influenced by both behavioral and physiological connections. Taking proactive steps to manage mental health can have a positive influence on heart health.

Eating a healthy diet is one of the best tools available to reduce the risk of heart disease. During National Nutrition Month, focus on adding fruits, vegetables, and whole grains to your plate to help reduce your risk.

The Thermocool Smarttouch Catheter offers a new and highly effective treatment for patients with persistent atrial fibrillation.

Adults with congenital heart disease, which is a structural defect of the heart present since birth, have an increased risk of arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, endocarditis, and congestive heart failure.