Your heart is a remarkable machine with four essential valves—tricuspid, pulmonic, mitral, and aortic—working around the clock to keep blood flowing in the right direction. But when these valves aren't functioning properly, conditions like stenosis and regurgitation can develop, leading to potential health issues.

A recent study published in Thorax has raised important concerns about the impact of discontinuing positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA). The study, titled "Association of positive airway pressure termination with mortality and non-fatal cardiovascular events in patients with obstructive sleep apnoea," explores the potential risks involved when patients with OSA stop using PAP therapy. At Cross County Cardiology, we believe it’s vital for patients and healthcare providers to understand these findings, as they highlight critical implications for managing OSA and its cardiovascular risks.

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We care about your overall health, and that includes your mental well-being. Recent research has shown that anxiety and depression can significantly impact heart health, especially in younger women.

If you’re under 50 and experiencing anxiety or depression, you may be nearly twice as likely to develop conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or diabetes over the next decade. These risk factors, which traditionally affected older adults, now pose a considerable threat to younger women as well.

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At Cross County Cardiology, our Education Team is committed to providing the latest insights on heart health, especially for those entering their golden years. As pioneering research continues to evolve, so does our approach to cardiac care. Today, it’s not just about treating heart disease after it strikes—it’s about preventing it in the first place.

A reputable physician, Dr. Rick Pumill, with three decades of esteemed service dealing with heart diseases, particularly atrial fibrillation, points out a frequently overlooked potential trigger for this irregular heart rhythm: sleep apnea.

Welcome to another informative piece brought to you by the Cross County Cardiology Education Team—where we break down complex heart procedures so they’re easier to digest (no stress required 😉).

t Cross County Cardiology, we believe knowledge is power, especially when it comes to your heart health. Today, we’re diving into a topic that might surprise you: asymptomatic valvular heart disease (VHD) in the elderly. It's like a silent guest at the party, one that many don’t even know is there—until it causes a problem. Let's break down what this means and why it's so important for older adults.

Ever wondered how your heart keeps up with its relentless 100,000 beats a day? Spoiler alert: It’s not magic—it’s science! 🔬 The heart is powered by an electrical system that could rival a mini power plant, and understanding how it works can help you appreciate just how vital it is to keep it healthy.

At Cross County Cardiology, we are always working to provide the latest research and medical advancements to our patients. Today, we want to share important information about a recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. This study sheds light on how we can improve the treatment of patients who have both atrial fibrillation (AFib) and stable coronary artery disease (CAD).