Sleep divorce, the practice of sleeping separately from your partner to improve sleep quality, is often the result of untreated sleep apnea. Unfortunately, it can cause resentment and strain in relationships.
Heart Disease in Women: The Unique Challenges & Risk Factors
Heart disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. However, symptoms and risk factors, such as hormone changes and pregnancy complications, can differ from men.
What is Pulmonary Embolism?
Pulmonary embolism (PE) is a condition in which one or more blood clots block the arteries of the lungs, resulting in reduced oxygen flow to the affected area. Although it affects the lungs, it is considered a cardiovascular disease. In fact, it’s one of the most common cardiovascular diseases, affecting around 900,000 U.S. adults every year. The most common cause …
Holter Monitor vs. Wearable Device
Both Holter monitors and wearable devices have been found beneficial in detecting arrhythmias and heart rate abnormalities. But which device would be most beneficial overall? First, let’s look at the differences between the two:Holter MonitorsHolter monitors are compact, portable devices that take a continuous recording of your heart’s rhythm.(5) They are equipped with electrode stickers that stick to your chest and are …
Sex & Heart Health: 4 Surprising Benefits
Alright, let’s do it; let’s talk about how sex can promote better heart health. While it’s not regularly talked about, the benefits are pretty wide-ranging. From increasing blood flow to lowering stress levels. Not only that, but studies have also shown that men who have sex at least twice per week decrease their likelihood of having a heart attack. And …
Low Blood Pressure: When It’s Safe & When It’s Not
Low blood pressure, also known as hypotension, is a condition in which the amount of pressure your blood exerts against your artery walls is lower than normal. In certain cases, this is nothing to worry about and can even be a sign of good health. However, low blood pressure can also be dangerous if it falls too low, and can …
Pericarditis 101
Pericarditis is an inflammation of the membrane that surrounds the heart. The pericardium is a double later membrane that surrounds the heart, providing the heart with cushion and protection. In this article we’ll discuss its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention.What Causes Pericarditis?There are many things that can cause pericarditis, including: Infections: Viruses are the most common cause of pericarditis. Other …
We’ve Partnered with Ognomy | At-Home Sleep Apnea Diagnosis, Testing & Treatment
Cardiogram is excited to announce that we’ve just partnered with Ognomy! Ognomy is a licensed telemedicine platform that specifically treats obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is a chronic sleep disorder, occurring in one billion people globally.1 That’s a lot. And of those with it, around 80-90 percent of cases are not diagnosed.2 Unfortunately, this condition can create other health complications …
We’ve Launched Our AFib Project!
Cardiogram is reviewing our features related to atrial fibrillation (AFib), which has prompted us to launch our latest AFib Project! Over the past several years, Cardiogram has developed clinically-validated algorithms to estimate the risk of atrial fibrillation, sleep apnea, hypertension, and diabetes using anonymous data from wearables. Our team is constantly working behind the screens to improve these algorithms, and to use …
Why is Fiber Important for Your Heart Health?
There are plenty of health-based dietary fads that come and go. But one we know is here to stay? Eating more fiber. Namely through plant-based foods. Fiber, which can essentially be found in any whole, plant-based food, is necessary to incorporate into your daily diet in order for your body to function optimally. The benefits of fiber range from lowering …