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Everyone from PCA wishes you and your family a fun and save Labor Day Weekend. Ways to eat healthier on Labr Day Weekend. For more tips on health eating, cooking and recipes: heart.org/healthyforgood

Everyone from PCA wishes you and your family a fun and save Labor Day Weekend. Ways to eat healthier on Labr Day Weekend. For more tips on health eating, cooking and recipes: heart.org/healthyforgood

Walking might be the best exercise there is. All you need is a comfortable pair of shoes and about 2.5 hours to spare each week that's just 20 minutes a day! In no time, you'll find yourself getting stronger, losing weight and reducing your risk of heart disease and stroke. PCA cares about your heart health, grab a loved one and go for a walk.

Dr. Chen is responsible for PCA’s Structural Heart Disease Program, which includes TAVR, MitraClip and the latest structural heart disease interventions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKzoRnGtPtc

DID YOU KNOW? Venous reflux disease is two times more prevalent than coronary heart disease (CHD) and five times more prevalent than peripheral arterial disease (PAD). * Varicose veins may be more than just a cosmetic issue.... * Varicose veins are not the same as spider veins. * Varicose veins affect both men and women. * More than 30 million people suffer from venous reflux disease, or a more serious form of vein (venous) disease called chronic venous insufficiency (CVI). * Given the common misunderstanding that varicose veins are only a cosmetic issue, only 1.9 million people seek treatment. See more

Are you looking for a Mandarin speaking Cardiologist? Dr. Chen, Dr. Kuo & Dr. Wen speak fluent Manderin. View thier profiles at our PCA Website. http://www.pcacardiology.com/cheng-han-chen--md.html http://www.pcacardiology.com/allen-kuo--md.html... http://www.pcacardiology.com/kenneth-wen--md.html

PCA Cardiologists are Bilingual: 1. Dr. Chen: Mandarin 2. Dr. Wen: Mandarin & Taiwanese 3. Dr. Van: Vietnamese 4. Dr. Suk: Korean (not great) ... 5. Dr. Li: Korean, Cantonese & Spanish 6. Dr. Dam: Vietnamese 7. Dr. Kuo: Spanish, Mandarin & Taiwanese See more

About Congenital Heart Defects The word congenital means existing at birth. The terms congenital heart defect and congenital heart disease are often used to mean the same thing, but defect is more accurate. This kind of heart ailment is a defect or abnormality, not a disease. A congenital heart defect (CHD) results when the heart, or blood vessels near the heart, don’t develop normally before birth.... Your PCA healthcare team can be a vital source of information. Dr. Turiy is Board Certified in Pediatrics and Pediatric Cardiology. Additionally, Dr. Turiy cares for PCA's Adult Congenital patients at our Laguna Hills, Orange, Costa Mesa, Placentia and Long Beach Outpatient Facilities. She has received numerous awards and distinctions for academic and clinical excellence. She has published several articles in various cardiology publications, and participated in multiple research projects.

PCA Staff walking at the AHA Heart Walk! We love our patients!

Cheng-Han Chen, M.D. is a cardiologist in Laguna Hills, CA caring for Orange County patients heart needs. Dr. Chen completed his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees at MIT in Materials Science and Engineering. He received his MD degree from UCSD and his PhD in Bioengineering from UCLA. As a medical device engineer at Medtronic, he played an important role in the development of the Endeavor and Resolute drug-eluting coronary stents. His Internship and Residency were completed at ...UCLA where he also completed his Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship. Dr. Chen went on to complete his Interventional Cardiology Fellowship at Columbia University Medical Center-New York Presbyterian Hospital, including a dedicated second year focusing on Structural Heart Disease. While at Columbia, Dr. Chen was closely involved in the major clinical trials involving TAVR. Dr. Chen has presented his research at major national and international conferences including AHA, ACC, and TCT, and has authored multiple manuscripts and book chapters on subjects ranging from Interventional Cardiology to Cardiac Stem Cells. Dr. Chen joined PCA from the Faculty of the world-renowned Columbia University Medical Center where he served as a Clinical Instructor. Dr. Chen is responsible for PCA’s Structural Heart Disease Program, which includes TAVR, MitraClip and the latest structural heart disease interventions. In addition to this list of impressive cardiovascular credentials, Dr. Chen is an accomplished violinist and is fluent in Mandarin Chinese. In his spare time, Dr. Chen enjoys spending time with his wife and children. Dr. Chen possesses a keen intellect, a passion for clinical cardiology and a driving enthusiasm for providing excellent cardiovascular care to his patients with a strong emphasis on interventional procedures. Dr. Chen is a Cardiologist serving Orange County patients in Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Laguna Beach, Laguna Niguel, Aliso Viejo, Mission Viejo, Lake Forest, Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, Ladera Ranch, Rancho Santa Margarita, Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Huntington Beach, Fountain Valley, Irvine and Tustin.

5 Healthy Snacks for People with Diabetes On The Go 1. Fruit Smoothie 2. Precut Veggies (sugar snap peas, zucchini sticks, cucumber slices, or bell pepper strips)... 3. Bean Dip to Go (Beans provide as much protein as meat with much less fat. Just one half-cup serving gives you one-third of your daily fiber requirement. Mash one-third of a cup of pinto or fat-free black beans with salsa. Spread on a corn tortilla or scoop up with baked tortilla chips) 4. Peanut Butter and Banana Toast 5. Whole Fruits (Fruits such as bananas, nectarines, and cherries could be considered nature’s perfect snacks. They’re nutritious, delicious, and easily portable. Each fruit has its own healthy benefits. For instance, citrus varietiesincluding grapefruits and orangesprovide a boost of vitamin C and fiber. And berries pack an antioxidant punch)

Facts, Causes, Risks and Prevention of Stroke https://www.goredforwomen.org//facts-causes-risks-and-prev Because stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States, you probably have a friend or family member who has suffered from it. Due to a family history or other risk factors, even a woman who has always thought of herself as perfectly healthy can find herself suddenly experiencing the symptoms of stroke.... Take a look at the statistics: About 795,000 Americans each year suffer a new or recurrent stroke. That means, on average, a stroke occurs every 40 seconds. Stroke kills more than 137,000 people a year. That’s about 1 of every 18 deaths. On average, someone dies of stroke every four minutes. About 40 percent of stroke deaths occur in males, and 60 percent in females. Among Mexican Americans age 20 and older, 2 percent of men and 2.7 percent of women have had a stroke. What is a stroke? A stroke happens when either a blood vessel that carries oxygen and nutrients to the brain is blocked by a clot or the vessel bursts. When either of these occur, the brain does not receive the oxygen-rich blood it needs and brain cells begin to die, and quickly. That’s why it’s so important to know the signs and symptoms of stroke you need to be able to take action the moment you suspect something is wrong. The kind of stroke caused by a clot is called an ischemic stroke, and is by far the most common type, accounting for 87 percent of all cases. A hemorrhagic stroke is the kind where a weakened blood vessel bursts and bleeds into the brain, compressing the surrounding brain tissue. This kind accounts for about 13 percent of stroke cases. The third kind of stroke, known as mini stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), is caused by a temporary clot. This type should more rightly be called a warning stroke because while they may last only a minute or two, they’re a major wake-up call to start making some lifestyle changes and consult your doctor ASAP. Knowing your risks While the number and frequency of stroke cases in the U.S. is startling, the answer isn’t to live in fear that you’ll be next. Instead, learn the major risk factors and take a good look in the mirror. While some risk factors are outside your control like race, age and gender there are many you do have the power to control, such as diet, cigarette smoking, cholesterol and blood pressure. Take a look at the full list of risk factors for stroke and consult your doctor about the ones that apply to you. For a more comprehensive look at the statistics by demographic, check out the American Heart Association’s latest update on heart disease and stroke statistics.

Go Red For Women is the American Heart Association's national movement to end heart disease and stroke in women. Did you know that 80 percent of cardiac events may beb prevented with education and lifestyle chagnes. GoRedForWomen.org