Long History with Vascular Health Clinics Gives Barbara Daugherty a Clean Bill of Health

Vascular health problems, for the past few months, have been a recurring issue for Barbara Daugherty, a Harrison resident, who thought she would have to live with her numerous complications – until she met Dr. Omar P. Haqqani, chief of vascular and endovascular surgery at Vascular Health Clinics in Midland, MI. Barbara first became aware … Devamını oku

Gerald Wade Owes VHC Gratitude for Curing Him of Peripheral Arterial Disease, Smoking Addiction

Gerald “Jerry” Wade, a Midland resident, had tried and failed on three separate occasions with his physician to treat the peripheral arterial disease that was blocking blood flow to his legs. All of this changed, however, when he became acquainted with Dr. Omar P. Haqqani, Chief of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at Vascular Health Clinics … Devamını oku

Robert Winchester’s Carotid Endarterectomies Lower Risk for Potential Stroke

“I wouldn’t be here today if it wasn’t for Dr. Haqqani,” said Midland resident Robert Winchester. Two years ago, Robert became acquainted with Dr. Omar P. Haqqani, Chief of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery at Vascular Health Clinics in Midland, Michigan, after being referred by his physician. Back in 2015, Robert experienced the first of two … Devamını oku

Reducing Your Risk of a Stroke Is Possible

The loss of vision in an eye, weakness or slurring of speech, or the paralysis of an arm or a leg: these are the symptoms of a stroke. If such symptoms resolve within 24 hours they are referred to as TIA (Transient Ischemic Attacks) or “mini-stroke.” Most people have known someone who has suffered from … Devamını oku

Natural Ways to Prevent Heart Disease

The term cardiovascular disease refers to issues involving not only the heart itself, but the proper flow of blood to the heart and other organs. The most well-known conditions are heart attacks, strokes and high blood pressure (hypertension). According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart attacks are the leading cause of death … Devamını oku

Surprising Causes of Heart Disease

The most well-known causes of heart disease are common knowledge among many, although the news about them still needs to be spread. Obesity, diet, lack of exercise and smoking are among the most common quoted issues that lead to heart attacks, stroke and high blood pressure. However, there are still people who are not aware … Devamını oku

Six Heart Health Myths and Facts

There is a lot of good information now available that is helpful in learning the causes, prevention and treatment of cardiovascular issues. Heart disease is the most common killer of Americans men and women. Between 2009 and 2013, 610,000 Americans died from heart attacks. Every year, 710,000 people in the United States have a heart … Devamını oku

Insomnia Could Increase the Risk of Heart Failure

Insomnia is now being linked to heart disease. Defined as the inability to fall asleep, stay asleep, and the body not being refreshed upon waking, insomnia has long been known to cause problems during the day. Irritability, the inability to concentrate and noticeable poor memory are symptoms that are easy to detect. But less visible … Devamını oku