Your health: Ear-ly detection of heart problems
Columns HealthKnowing the signs: Lisa Boulton looks at studies trying to find visible outward signs prior to a heart problem.
Lisa Boulton
Lisa Boulton is the Medical Director of Amethyst Health Screening, a local company which carries out health checks and cardiovascular risk assessments for Lincoln residents and local businesses. She contributes on health-related topics for The Lincolnite.
Thursday, January 31
Wednesday, January 16
Your health: Pump up the volume!
ColumnsClever veins: Did you know our vein system is like having a second heart? Lisa Boutlon looks at how you can spot a problem to act quickly.
Wednesday, January 2
Your health: Don’t burst a blood vessel!
ColumnsAbdominal and cerebral aneurysms: Our health columnist looks at the dangers of aneurysms, and how to spot signs.
Monday, December 17
Your health: Are you an apple or TOFI?
Columns HealthCheck your waist: Lisa Boulton explains why it’s important to keep check on your waist measurements, as it could lead to health risks.
Thursday, December 6
Your health: Diabetes, its symptoms and risks
ColumnsDiabetes facts: This week, Lisa Boulton takes a look at diabetes — what is it, and what are the implications?
Thursday, November 22
Your health: Women and heart disease
ColumnsSpotting the signs: Lisa Boulton explains how even women need to be aware of the signs of heart diseases that lead to heart attacks.
Thursday, November 8
Your health: Walking pains could be Peripheral Arterial Disease
ColumnsSerious illness: This week, Lisa Boulton looks at Peripheral Arterial Disease, a condition which affects the limbs, and its prevention.
Thursday, October 25
Your health: Are you at risk of a stroke or heart attack?
ColumnsRisk factors: Lisa Boulton puts cardiovascular disease in context as Lincoln is affected more than the England average.
Thursday, October 11
Your health: Stop smoking, start living
ColumnsSmoking sickness: This week’s health column looks at the various diseases and illnesses smoking can lead to — if it doesn’t kill you first.
Thursday, September 27
Your health: Take control and stop smoking
ColumnsHelp to stop: There are many great initiatives and methods to stop smoking, if you have enough self-belief. Lisa Boulton looks at some tips.
