Don't Miss a Beat: World Heart Day 2026 World Heart Day 2026, observed on 29 September, carries a urgent message: “Don’t Miss a Beat.” Cardiovascular disease remains the world’s number one killer, claiming approximately one in three lives globally—more than any other condition. Yet too many warning signs go unnoticed
🌕🏮 Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! 🏮🌕 May the glow of the full moon bring warmth to your heart, joy to your home, and happiness to those you love. ✨ Wishing everyone a beautiful Mid-Autumn Festival filled with family, togetherness, laughter, and delicious mooncakes! 🥮❤️ 🌙 月圆人团圆，幸福常相伴 Happy Mid-Autumn Festival! 🥰 #fortecardiology
A Singapore study found that when the PSI exceeds 100 (Unhealthy range), heart attack cases rise by 9%. For those with chronic heart conditions, the risk is even higher. Fine particles (PM2.5) don't just irritate your lungs—they enter your bloodstream, raising blood pressure, causing inflammation, and promoting blood clots. Protect
Every cigarette you smoke steals time from your life. According to research published by University College London in 2024, each cigarette shortens life expectancy by an average of about 20 minutes—roughly 17 minutes for men and 22 minutes for women. That adds up fast: a full pack of 20 cigarettes
While a single high LDL reading is a warning sign, it is the cumulative damage—your LDL burden over years, or “exposure time”—that dictates your true risk of severe atherosclerosis. Think of it like radiation: a brief, intense exposure has consequences, but continuous, low-grade exposure over decades is what silently forges
A large-scale UK Biobank study tracking over 461,000 individuals for nearly nine years found that drinking six or more cups of plain water per day is associated with a significantly lower risk of coronary heart disease. The risk reduction was 19% for men and 20% for women, highlighting hydration as
🏃♂️ Common Questions About the Treadmill Test ❓ How long do I need to run? ❓ How often should I have a treadmill test? ❓ What if I didn’t get enough rest before the test? Could this affect my results? A treadmill test is a simple heart test that monitors
As a cardiac sonographer, these are some of the questions I hear most often during an echocardiogram. Understanding the answers can help you feel more at ease and better appreciate what an echocardiogram can reveal about your heart. 💙 Swipe through to learn more about some of the most commonly
Prediabetes is a metabolic condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough to be classified as Type 2 diabetes. Driven by insulin resistance, it forces the pancreas to overproduce insulin until it begins to fail. Silent and symptomless, it is dangerously easy to ignore—but
Singapore's story has always been one of resilience, unity, and looking ahead with confidence. As we celebrate our nation's 61st birthday, we're reminded that a strong community is built on the well-being of the people who call it home. Thank you for allowing Forte Cardiology Clinic to be part of
