News Summary
February marks American Heart Month, and Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi is offering $75 heart score screenings and coronary calcium scans to promote heart health. These screenings utilize computerized tomography scans to assess calcium levels in coronary arteries, helping prevent heart attacks. With advanced AI technology being piloted in the UK for better heart health diagnosis, now is the perfect time for residents to prioritize their heart wellness. Schedule your screening today and take a proactive step towards a healthier future!
Heart Health Takes Center Stage in Oxford This February!
Hey Oxford! February is not just the month of love; it’s also American Heart Month! To help you keep your heart in tip-top shape, Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi is rolling out a fabulous offer to the community. They’re providing $75 Heart Score screenings and coronary calcium scans all month long!
What’s a Coronary Calcium Screening?
Wondering what a coronary calcium screening is? It’s a quick and painless process that uses a computerized tomography (CT) scan to check the status of your heart. The whole process takes just about 10 minutes! You’ll get the lowdown on how much calcium is hanging around in your coronary arteries. Sure, calcium is needed for various body functions, but too much of it can lead to plaque build-up in the arteries, which is definitely not good for business.
Why All the Fuss About Calcium Levels?
Well, there’s some pretty eye-opening research showing a direct link between high calcium levels in those arteries and the chances of having a heart attack in the future. So, keeping an eye on those levels can be a smart preventive measure!
Why Now is the Time to Check In on Your Heart
According to the CEO and administrator at Baptist North Mississippi, this month serves as a perfect reminder for folks to pay a little extra attention to their heart health. It’s all about catching potential issues before they escalate!
Getting Your Appointment
Getting a spot for one of these screenings is easy-peasy. You can book your appointment at the hospital located at 1100 Belk Boulevard or head over to the Oxford Diagnostic Center at 504 Azalea Drive. And don’t stress about fasting—there’s no need to skip your meals! Just make sure to steer clear of caffeine for 12 hours before your appointment.
Curious About the Latest Tech in Heart Health?
While you’re checking up on those heart scores, there’s also buzz about exciting new tech aimed at improving heart health. An AI technology, developed by Caristo Diagnostics, is currently being piloted in five hospital trusts in the UK. It’s a remarkable tool that can spot inflammation in the heart that conventional CT scans might miss.
A Revolutionary Approach
This nifty AI technology combines X-rays and cutting-edge computer technology to give a deeper look at heart health. Anticipation is building as a decision from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (Nice) on how this tech will be used within the NHS is expected soon.
Speaking of game changers, studies have shown that patients flagged by this AI technology were much more likely to receive treatment or lifestyle change recommendations. Talk about a win for heart health!
Heart Disease Numbers Worth Noting
Currently, about 7.6 million individuals are living with heart disease in the UK, and the costs to the NHS are staggering, hitting £7.4 billion annually. Surprisingly, only around 350,000 patients undergo cardiac CT scans each year. That highlights just how crucial awareness and proactive screenings are!
What Happens After Your Screening?
If your screening results indicate potential risks, don’t worry! There’s a team ready to help you come up with a prevention or treatment plan. With the right guidance, you can make lifestyle changes that could significantly impact your heart health.
Wrap Up
So there you have it, Oxford! February is the perfect time to take charge of your heart health. With affordable screenings and new tech making strides in detection and prevention, there has never been a better time to check in on your heart. Schedule your screening today and take a proactive step towards a healthier future!
For more information or to schedule your appointment, head over to www.baptistonline.org/locations/north-mississippi or give them a call at 662-636-4252. Don’t wait—your heart will thank you!
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- Oxford Eagle: Baptist North Mississippi Offers $75 Preventive Heart Screening
- BBC: New Heart Screening Technologies
- The Guardian: Groundbreaking AI Heart Attack Scans
- NDTV: Blood Test Detects Heart Failure Risk
- PR Newswire: Caristo Diagnostics AI Technology for Early Diagnosis
- Wikipedia: Heart Disease
- Google Search: Heart Health
- Google Scholar: Heart Screening Technologies
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Heart
- Google News: Heart Health News
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