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Statins are among the most commonly prescribed medications in cardiovascular care—and for good reason. Backed by decades of research, statins have been shown to prolong life by reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke, and other complications of atherosclerosis. But how exactly do they work?  Let’s break it down.  Statins...

At Cardiavision, we believe that early detection saves lives—and we're here to make that possible.  I'm Dr. Kimberly Brockenbrough, a board-certified radiologist specializing in cardiovascular imaging. My focus—and the mission of Cardiavision—is to look closely at your blood vessels before problems arise. Using advanced diagnostic imaging, we assess the health...

Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death globally, often progressing without symptoms until a critical event occurs. Early detection, particularly among individuals with risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, or a family history of heart disease, can drastically improve outcomes. The Preventative Heart Health Package offers a modern, data-driven...

When people think of diabetes, they often focus on blood sugar levels, insulin, and dietary choices. But did you know that diabetes is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease? In fact, having diabetes or even pre-diabetes significantly increases your chances of developing coronary artery disease (CAD)—a serious...

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.  1 in 3 people (both men and women) will die from heart disease. To put this in perspective, one in eight women die from breast cancer.   Risk factors for a heart attack include obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol, a...