France, Italy, Germany and Spain suspended the rollout of the AstraZeneca-Oxford COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, March 15, amid reports of blood clots in people who received the shot. French President Emmanuel Macron said during a press conference that the country decided to halt the use of the AstraZeneca-Oxford jab as a precaution. He added that the rollout will resume … Continue reading France, Italy, Germany and Spain suspend use of AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine amid blood clot fears
Japan Health Ministry issues HEART WARNING for Pfizer and Moderna covid vaccines
The Japan Health Ministry has been receiving several reports of young people developing severe heart inflammation after taking the Pfizer or Modern mRNA vaccines. The public health officials recently held a meeting with a panel of experts to discuss the rate of myocarditis and pericarditis in young men and teenagers. All over the world, previously healthy … Continue reading Japan Health Ministry issues HEART WARNING for Pfizer and Moderna covid vaccines
The world is now witnessing a pandemic of N-STEMI heart attacks caused by blood clots
A certain type of heart attack is on the rise around the world. Healthcare professionals in Scotland have seen a sharp uptick in a potentially fatal type of heart attack called an N-STEMI attack. This condition is the result of partially blocked arteries that cut off the blood supply to the heart. It presents less tissue … Continue reading The world is now witnessing a pandemic of N-STEMI heart attacks caused by blood clots
5 Supplements for managing blood pressure
Eating a healthy diet is key to maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. After all, many of the minerals needed for blood pressure management, such as potassium and magnesium, come from a variety of nutritious foods. If you’re eating a balanced diet, then you have nothing to worry about. But if your regular diet mainly consists … Continue reading 5 Supplements for managing blood pressure
“It’s terrifying”: Connecticut mom speaks out after teen son develops heart condition post COVID-19 vaccination
Connecticut resident Rachel Hatton’s son was diagnosed with a serious heart condition days after taking the COVID-19 vaccine. In a recent interview with NBC Connecticut, Hatton recounted what his 17-year-old son Gregory went through post-vaccination. She said that Gregory started complaining of severe chest pain three days after getting the second dose. He felt worse on the fourth day and … Continue reading “It’s terrifying”: Connecticut mom speaks out after teen son develops heart condition post COVID-19 vaccination
Heart inflammation in COVID-19 vaccine recipients seen across the US
States across the country have reported multiple cases of heart inflammation occurring shortly after taking the COVID-19 vaccine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is currently investigating whether the vaccine caused the condition. But research from other countries suggests that the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine may increase young men’s risk of heart inflammation. Utah, Wyoming and Rhode Island each recorded one … Continue reading Heart inflammation in COVID-19 vaccine recipients seen across the US
Fat isn’t fit: Study directly links obesity to heart disease
The phrase “fat but fit” — referring to being healthy despite being overweight or obese — is a myth, according to the findings of a recent study. Swedish researchers revealed that having a BMI of 25 or higher is linked to an increased risk of heart disease and other health conditions. Using the data of more … Continue reading Fat isn’t fit: Study directly links obesity to heart disease
Men with erectile dysfunction are at greater risk of being diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat
Struggling to keep your erection up is bad news in itself, but men with erectile dysfunction may have more to worry about than just lack of sex. According to a recent study published in the American Journal of Medicine, men with erectile dysfunction are more likely to be diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib). Exploring the link between erectile dysfunction and irregular heartbeat … Continue reading Men with erectile dysfunction are at greater risk of being diagnosed with an irregular heartbeat
Even short periods of being sedentary is bad for your heart, caution researchers
Researchers from the University of Liverpool in the U.K. found that short periods of being sedentary can worsen cardiometabolic health. In a study published in the journal Diabetologia, the researchers revealed that reducing physical activity for at least two weeks can lead to a rise in blood sugar levels, disrupt cholesterol levels and impair cardiorespiratory fitness. Increased sedentary behavior worsens cardiometabolic health It’s no … Continue reading Even short periods of being sedentary is bad for your heart, caution researchers
Boosting your quercetin intake found to have heart-protective effects
Heart disease is a serious condition that can greatly reduce your quality of life. It can lead to cardiovascular events like stroke and heart attack that not only cause irreparable damage to survivors but also burden them with sky-high costs for emergency treatments like heart surgery. Fortunately, quercetin offers people with heart disease a more affordable alternative. Found in several fruits and … Continue reading Boosting your quercetin intake found to have heart-protective effects
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 