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Stephanie Fontyn

@FontynStephanie

UofG Biomed #biom4180

Joined January 2020
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Innovation Factory@iF_hamont21 Jul 2020
#HamOnt based @SteriRight launches N95 mobile mask sanitizing technology in response to #COVID19. ow.ly/9RRc50AEa5m. #healthtech #innovation
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SteriRight@SteriRight27 Aug 2020
SteriRight's services include the ability to disinfect hard surfaces and objects, including hidden areas, using the @CloroxPro electrostatic sprayer in a quick, safe, and effective way! @HWDSB @dsbn @HaltonPolice @HaltonDSB @HamiltonFireDep @HCDSB youtube.com/watch?v=VwKVrxD3…
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Hamilton EcDev@hamiltonecdev15 Jul 2020
#Healthinnovation at work in #Hamilton #Hamont based @SteriRight new medical device delivers a mobile decontamination service for organizations looking to sanitize N95 respirators for employees at risk due to potential #COVID19 exposure. investinhamilton.ca/blog/202… #canada
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Very important to keep in mind during quarantine! #biom4180
CardioSmart (@CardioSmart) profile pictureCardioSmart@CardioSmart8 Apr 2020
Take care of your body during stressful times: 🧘 Take deep breaths, stretch or meditate 🍎 Eat healthy, well-balanced meals. 🏋️ Exercise regularly 😴 Get plenty of sleep. 🍷 Avoid alcohol & drugs Get more info: bit.ly/2DkcyMZ
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Having a baby can be very rewarding! Unfortunately, some risks are associated with being pregnant. Some women may experience peripartum cardiomyopathy. Although this type of heart failure is uncommon, it may have serious effects. Check out my infographic for more info! #biom4180
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Here are my references for my infographic! Hope you liked it #biom4180
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As mentioned in our lecture, estrogen levels may have a cardioprotective role in women. This article shows how women experiencing early menopause that received estradiol therapy reduced the progression of fatty deposits by more than half! #biom4180 heart.org/en/news/2020/03/03…
Estrogen therapy in early menopause may help keep arteries clear

Estrogen therapy in early menopause may help keep arteries clear

Taking an estrogen pill early in menopause could slow the progress of fatty buildups in the neck arteries, according to new research.

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This article is very related to out lecture on sex differences. As mentioned in class, women experience heart attacks differently then males. #biom4180 heart.org/en/news/2020/03/06…

Changing the way we view women's heart attack symptoms

Both women and medical professionals need to change the way they think about the signs of a heart attack, experts say.

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I wonder if this is similar to what we learned in the athletics lecture where watching sports can have an impact on the heart #biom4180 heart.org/en/news/2019/12/05…

NFL coaches' drive for success can be hard on their hearts

Heart disease has struck many pro football coaches, and though nobody has studied the connection, doctors see plenty of risks.

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Research shows that those with persistent asthma are 1.5 times more at risk for atrial fibrillation than those without asthma. Inflammation could be the link between both of these, however its not the only contributor heart.org/en/news/2020/02/04… #biom4180
Persistent asthma linked to increased risk for heart rhythm disorder

Persistent asthma linked to increased risk for heart rhythm disorder

People with persistent asthma may be more likely to develop atrial fibrillation, a new study shows.

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Many types of CVD is associated with air pollution. This includes acute myocardial infarction, heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, atherosclerosis and cardiac arrest. #biom4180 ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/2882…
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Although statins, aspirin or the Mediterranean diet haven't been found to reduce this risk, some specific nutritional foods such as broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts may have a positive impact! #biom4180
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CardioSmart (@CardioSmart) profile pictureCardioSmart@CardioSmart1 Apr 2020
High #cholesterol is often preventable and treatable. Studies show that keeping LDL low can prevent someone from developing clogged arteries & also reduces #heartattack or #stroke risk: bit.ly/3dHOOmK
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JACC Journals (@JACCJournals) profile pictureJACC Journals@JACCJournals2 Apr 2020
Ambulatory monitoring devices are enabling a new paradigm of healthcare by collecting and analyzing long-term data for reliable diagnostics. Learn more in this week's #JACC State-of-the-Art Review from @JagSinghMD et. al bit.ly/2w3aiJV @MGHHeartHealth
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CardioSmart (@CardioSmart) profile pictureCardioSmart@CardioSmart1 Apr 2020
Presented at #ACC20/#WCCardio, a new study has found an alarming uptick in deaths linked to #highbloodpressure: bit.ly/2JwbDff
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CardioSmart@CardioSmart1 Apr 2020
Presented at #ACC20/#WCCardio, a new study has found an alarming uptick in deaths linked to #highbloodpressure: bit.ly/2JwbDff
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Did you know diabetics are at a higher risk for CVD? Good thing SGLT-2 inhibitors have been shown to reduce cardiovascular death and heart failure hospitalizations for type 2 diabetics! academic.oup.com/eurheartj/a…

Heart failure outcomes with empagliflozin in patients with type 2 diabetes at high cardiovascular...

AbstractAims. We previously reported that in the EMPA-REG OUTCOME® trial, empagliflozin added to standard of care reduced the risk of 3-point major adverse

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Did you know diabetics are at a higher risk for CVD? Good thing SGLT-2 inhibitors have been shown to reduce cardiovascular death and heart failure hospitalizations for type 2 diabetics! #biom4180
Research shows having a dog can reduce the risk of CVD and mortality. This can be attributed to decreases blood pressure, increases in physical activity and alleviating social isolation! #biom4180 sciencedaily.com/releases/20…
Dog ownership associated with longer life, especially among heart attack and stroke survivors

Dog ownership associated with longer life, especially among heart attack and stroke survivors

Dog ownership was associated with a 33% lower risk of early death for heart attack survivors living alone and 27% reduced risk of early death for stroke survivors living alone, compared to people who...

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Today is National Walking Day! One way to stay active during social distancing is to go outside and walk! Research shows walking can reduce CVD by 31% and decrease the risk of dying by 32%. Benefits of walking are evident in both men and women! #biom4180 health.harvard.edu/staying-h…
Step up your walking game - Harvard Health

Step up your walking game - Harvard Health

People who walk 8,000 steps per day (about 4 miles) may live longer than those who walk just 4,000 steps per day—and walking speed doesn't seem to matter....

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Due to the recent pandemic a lot of individuals have to work from home. This drastic change may bring about additional stress. Here are some suggestions that can help alleviate some stress, and therefore lead to a healthier heart! #biom4180 heart.org/en/news/2020/03/26…
Stopping the stress of working from home

Stopping the stress of working from home

Your job might have moved home, but these tips can keep anxiety from coming along with it.

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