Salinas Valley Cardiac Care
Heart Health Services in the Central Coast
Your heart is a strong organ that works hard day in and day out, pumping
an average of 7,000 liters of blood a day. The heart is built to last
a lifetime, and it can with proper effort. Human comforts and amenities
have significantly changed the lifestyle habits the heart was built to
accommodate, and it needs a little help making it through the extended
lifespan modern medicine has brought us.
Heart disease is a leading killer in the United States. Our bodies were
not designed to eat fatty and sugary foods on a regular basis without
getting exercise. Unfortunately, high blood pressure and high cholesterol
have no warning signs, leaving many people ignorant about their current
cardiovascular health. It is important to have a blood pressure and cholesterol
check every 2 years to maintain optimal cardiac health.
Comprehensive Cardiovascular Services
Cardiac care is a prominent service at Salinas Valley Medical Clinic. We
educate patients on how to keep their heart health, perform cardiovascular
health treatments through the
Central Coast Cardiology facility, and perform a variety
cardiothoracic surgeries.
The following are warning signs that you need a heart checkup:
- Tight feeling in chest
- Difficulty breathing
- Feeling winded after climbing stairs
- Heart starts pumping faster for no reason
- Loud snoring, as this could be the result of sleep apnea which impacts
your cardiovascular system
- Constant coughing
Remember that heart disease is often called the silent killer. While you
may have symptoms that hint at a problem, it is highly likely there will
be no signs until it’s too late. With regular physicals you can
stay on top of your heart health and remain confident that everything
is working as it should.