Clot Chronicles: CORONA-VTE — Cardiovascular Findings in COVID-19
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December 1, 2020
Blood Clot
November 24, 2020
What is a Blood Clot?
Updated November 2020 Blood clotting, also known as coagulation, is the body’s first line of defense against bleeding. When we…
November 24, 2020
The First Six Months
Updated November 2020 A look at life after a blood clot THE BODY’S RESPONSE Once you’ve had a blood clot,…
November 24, 2020
The Clot Connection: Thrombosis, Heart Attack, and Stroke
Updated November 2020 Blood clots play a major role in myocardial infarction (MI), or heart attack. Over time, the coronary…
November 24, 2020
Visiting the Emergency Department for a Blood Clot: What to Expect
Updated November 2020 Taking a trip to the emergency department (ED) is stressful and potentially costly – but it can…
November 24, 2020
Direct Oral Anticoagulants (DOACs) vs. Warfarin: Key Differences
Updated November 2020 For over half a century, vitamin K antagonists (VKAs) such as warfarin were the only available oral…
November 24, 2020
A Guide to INR Levels
Updated November 2020 After being diagnosed with a blood clot (thrombosis), your healthcare provider may prescribe warfarin for treatment. Warfarin…
November 23, 2020
Inflammation, Diet, Health, and Clots: What You Need to Know
Updated November 2020 Inflammation is a hot topic in the medical community and has been shown to increase the risk of thrombosis and…
November 23, 2020
Exercise: The Surprising Benefits
Updated November 2020 It’s well-known that exercise is essential for heart health – but what else does it have to offer? More than…
November 23, 2020
Stepping into Success: Exercise After a Blood Clot
Updated November 2020 After experiencing a blood clot, which can appear as a pulmonary embolism (PE), a blood clot in…
November 23, 2020
Just Relax: Practicing Meditation to Combat Stress and Improve Your Health
Updated November 2020 Stress. Everyone deals with it in their lives, but too much of it can be very unhealthy.…
November 23, 2020
Yoga: The Medicine You Didn’t Know You Needed
Updated November 2020 Yoga is an ancient Hindu discipline that’s centered around holding the body in different positions. While doing…