Protecting Women’s Hearts: A discussion of a gender specific dynamics of heart health
Cardiovascular Disease, which includes both heart attack and stroke, remains the number one cause of death in Women in the United States. In fact, more women die from heart disease and stroke than the subsequent five causes of death combined! Unfortunately, despite robust public health campaigns, still only 44% of women recognize cardiovascular disease as […]
Navigating the Complexity of High-Density Lipoprotein (HDL)
A correlation between high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels and the risk of dementia has become a focal point for research and a topic of casual conversation due to widespread interest and recent publications in mainstream media. A study titled: Association of plasma high-density lipoprotein cholesterol level with risk of incident dementia: a cohort study of healthy […]
Exploring the Intimate Link Between Women’s Sexual Health and Heart Health
There has been growing recognition of the interconnectedness between various aspects of women’s health. One particularly intriguing area of research that has emerged is the intricate relationship between women’s sexual health and their cardiovascular well-being. Studies suggest that understanding and addressing women’s sexual health may have implications for assessing their risk for heart disease. While […]
Embracing Dry or Damp January
As we ring in the New Year, the traditional talk of “Dry January” starts popping up in the media and casual conversation. The concept of abstaining from alcohol for a period, often after a season of over-indulgence, has become a popular resolution over the past few years. Beyond its popularity, the decision to mindfully abstain […]
Introducing Monika Jacobson: Our new Director of Lifestyle Health
We could not be more thrilled to welcome our newest team member, Monika Jacobson, to The Prevention Center and Bale Doneen family! Monika, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) by training, joined our team in November and will serve as our Director of Lifestyle Health. She comes to us with a wealth of experience working with […]
Lipoprotein(a): New kid on the block, or a well-known foe?
Our commitment to comprehensive cardiovascular care has been steadfast for more than 20 years; this includes evidence-based genetic testing. One genetic test garnering recent public attention is lipoprotein(a), an inherited lipid disorder affecting around 23% of the population. Though it is just now showing up in the mainstream media, Lipoprotein(a) is nothing new for Bale […]
Our own Brea Seaburg runs NY Marathon, despite having Type 1 Diabetes
Please read this story from The Spokesman-Review about Prevention Center for Heart & Brain Health nurse practitioner Brea Seaburg, who recently ran the New York Marathon! As Brea said: “I don’t want to be defined by this chronic illness.” https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2023/nov/07/despite-type-1-diabetes-local-nurse-practitioner-d/ Share This Article
Lessons from the Blue Zones: The Vital Role of Community
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Low-Dose Colchicine: Another tool in the BDM toolbox
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