Kern Vascular Center
OUR SOCIAL MEDIA
This page shares how Kern Vascular Center uses social media to stay connected with our community, highlight the work of our teams, and offer a closer look at the care we provide every day.
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Today, we want to take a moment to celebrate and appreciate all the incredible healthcare providers out there! Your hard work, compassion, and dedication make a world of difference every single day, and we are beyond grateful for everything you do.![]()
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Although National Doctors’ Day has passed, @atc_bakersfield (Around The Clock) has decided to honor Dr. Bui with a special award for his outstanding commitment to patient care. Dr. Bui is not only an exceptional physician but also a kind, caring, and understanding doctor who truly puts his heart into his work.![]()
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Thank you, Dr. Bui, and thank you to all the amazing providers who go above and beyond for their patients. Your kindness and dedication do not go unnoticed!![]()
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With appreciation and gratitude,![]()
The KVC Team ❤️![]()
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✨Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)🌟![]()
is an enlargement of the lower part of the aorta, the major blood vessel supplying blood to the body. Smoking is a significant risk factor for AAA.![]()
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🌟 Key Facts on Smoking and AAA:![]()
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🌟Smoking increases risk: Smokers are 3 to 5 times more likely to develop an AAA than non-smokers.![]()
🌟Progression: Smoking accelerates the growth of an aneurysm, increasing the chance of rupture.![]()
🌟Rupture risk: The risk of an aneurysm rupturing is higher in smokers due to the weakening of the aortic walls.![]()
🌟Quitting helps: Stopping smoking reduces the risk of AAA growth and rupture, though former smokers still have a higher risk than those who never smoked.![]()
🌟Inflammation: Smoking promotes inflammation and atherosclerosis, contributing to AAA formation.![]()
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Overall, smoking is the most preventable cause of AAA development and complications.