Tag Archive: vein health

A woman is sitting in with her fist under her chin looking stresses, while a brightly lit Christmas tree is in the background
December 19, 2025

How Holiday Stress Impacts Your Circulation (and What to Do About It)

United Vein & Vascular Centers®

Between travel, last-minute shopping, full calendars, and financial or family pressures, the holiday season can be as stressful as it is joyful. While most people understand the emotional toll of stress, fewer realize how deeply it can affect the body, especially circulation. Stress triggers physical responses that increase blood pressure, constrict blood vessels, and disrupt healthy […]

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Dr. Dominic Zambuto, National Medical Director, Physician
December 15, 2025

Ask the Doc: 7 Vein Symptoms You Should Never Ignore with Dr. Domenic Zambuto

United Vein & Vascular Centers®

Welcome to Ask the Doc, a new educational series from United Vein & Vascular Centers designed to bring clarity, confidence, and medically grounded answers to the vein-health questions patients ask most. Each week, a UVVC physician will break down essential topics surrounding vein and vascular care, what symptoms matter, when to seek help, and how […]

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Patient holding birth control pill, highlighting impact on circulation and vein health
November 27, 2025

How Hormonal Birth Control Affects Vein and Blood Flow Health

United Vein & Vascular Centers®

Hormonal birth control is a common choice for many women, offering effective pregnancy prevention and a range of other health benefits. But did you know it can also impact vein and blood flow health? Understanding these effects is key to making informed choices for your body. Hormonal contraceptives alter hormone levels, which can sometimes increase […]

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