Cardiac arrest and heart attacks are both extremely dangerous conditions that require immediate medical attention. Many people confuse the two and use the terms interchangeably, but they are not the same. The American Heart Association describes cardiac...
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In June 2023, WNY experienced a week of “air quality alerts”. You may have noticed the hazy skies and a smell of campfire smoke in the air. While this kind of phenomenon is more commonly found on the west coast, it was a first for many in the...
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Transient ischemic attack (TIA), also known as a “mini stroke”, occurs when a clot temporarily blocks a blood vessel. A TIA normally lasts a few minutes before the clot dislodges or dissolves, and blood supply returns. Because these episodes are...
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When a stroke happens, you’re working against the clock in more ways than one. Did you know one of the most commonly-used stroke medications is only effective when it’s administered early enough? “If you’re a patient experiencing an acute stroke...
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You’ve probably heard the saying “get your steps in”, and the recommendation to aim for 10,000 steps a day. When measured, 10,000 steps equates to 5 miles, which is a lot of walking. While it’s a great goal to walk 5 miles every day, it’s not...
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Maternal fetal medicine is a subspecialty of obstetrics, also known as perinatology. A maternal fetal medicine specialist (perinatologist) treats mothers and infants during high-risk pregnancies. The maternal fetal medicine team at Catholic Health offers...
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May is Stroke Awareness Month! The better you arm yourself with the facts about stroke, including warning signs and preventative measures, the more prepared you will be if a stroke happens to you or a loved one. Unfortunately, it’s not an unlikely...
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Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that affects nearly 2 million people per year. It occurs when the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue along the bottom of your foot, becomes inflamed. The plantar fascia connects the heel bone to your toes, and...
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If you’ve suffered from a bad injury or endure chronic pain, you might be referred to a physical therapist or physiatrist. If your physician recommends both, you may be wondering: what’s the difference? Why do I need to see two specialists for the same...
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If you suffer from a heart condition, or just had heart surgery or a heart attack, you may have heard your doctor mention starting a cardiac rehabilitation program. Cardiac rehab is a program designed to help people stay healthy and prevent another cardiac...
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