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Las Vegas, NV – February 12, 2026 – As the nation recognizes American Heart Month, CC Vascular Medicine & Imaging is raising awareness about the critical connection between vascular health and heart disease—especially in women, who continue to face delayed diagnosis and unique symptom patterns.

“Your blood vessels tell a story long before symptoms appear,” said Carmel Celestin, MD, board‑certified vascular medicine specialist and founder of CC Vascular Medicine & Imaging. “When arteries or veins become narrowed, inflamed, or weakened, the heart must work harder. Early detection is one of the most powerful tools we have.”

Women Experience Heart Disease Differently

Women are more likely to experience microvascular angina, atypical chest discomfort, shortness of breath, fatigue, and symptoms triggered by stress. Autoimmune‑related inflammation and hormonal influences also play a role, contributing to delayed diagnosis.

“Women deserve a different conversation about heart disease,” Dr. Celestin said. “Their symptoms are often subtle, and their risk factors are frequently overlooked.”

Vascular Disease as a Predictor of Heart Risk

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is often the first sign of widespread plaque affecting the entire cardiovascular system. Symptoms such as leg pain with walking, numbness, or slow‑healing sores may indicate increased risk for heart attack or stroke.

Vein disease also contributes to cardiovascular strain. Chronic venous insufficiency increases inflammation, reduces mobility, and places additional pressure on the heart.

The Hidden Role of Microvascular Disease

Microvascular dysfunction—especially common in women—can cause chest discomfort, shortness of breath, and fatigue even when major arteries appear normal. Understanding these small‑vessel changes is essential for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Know Your Numbers: Cholesterol and Lp(a)

Cholesterol management remains a cornerstone of heart and vascular prevention. Dr. Celestin emphasizes the importance of checking Lp(a), a genetically determined cholesterol particle that increases clotting and plaque formation.

“Lp(a) is one of the most overlooked cardiovascular risk factors,” she noted. “Heart Month is the perfect time to ask your provider if you’ve ever been tested.”

A Call to Action for the Community

CC Vascular Medicine & Imaging encourages the Las Vegas community to take simple steps that protect long‑term heart and vascular health:

• Move daily
• Know your cholesterol numbers
• Ask about Lp(a)
• Discuss aspirin use with your provider
• Don’t ignore leg symptoms
• Get screened if you’re at risk
• Learn Hands‑Only CPR

Only 46% of people who suffer cardiac arrest receive CPR from a bystander, and CPR is 41% less likely when the person is Black or Hispanic. “A one‑minute CPR refresher can save a life,” Dr. Celestin said.

Vascular Screenings Available

The practice offers comprehensive, non‑invasive vascular screenings—including carotid ultrasound, CIMT, ABI testing, and abdominal aorta screening—to detect silent vascular changes early and create personalized prevention plans.

“Your legs often speak before your heart does,” Dr. Celestin added. “Listen to them.”

About CC Vascular Medicine & Imaging

CC Vascular Medicine & Imaging is a Las Vegas–based specialty practice dedicated to diagnosing and treating arterial, venous, and microvascular conditions through evidence‑based, patient‑centered care. The practice provides advanced vascular imaging, preventive screenings, and comprehensive management of complex vascular disorders.

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Company Name: CC Vascular Medicine and Imaging
Contact Person: Dr. Carmel Celestin
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City: Las Vegas
State: NV
Country: United States
Website: https://ccvascularmedicine.com/