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Why Heart Attacks Are Missed in So Many Women
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Why Heart Attacks Are Missed in So Many Women

C. Noel Bairey Merz, MD | October 13, 2018

Women are just as likely as men to have a heart attack. But more women than men are dying. Here’s how to avoid that fatal gender gap…

Is Your Low-Dose Aspirin Too Low to Do You Any Good?
Cardiovascular Disease

Is Your Low-Dose Aspirin Too Low to Do You Any Good?

Peter M. Rothwell, MD, PhD | October 8, 2018

If you’re taking daily aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke, there’s a good chance you’re not getting the amount you really need.

Atrial Fibrillation Gone? You’re Still at Risk for Stroke
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Atrial Fibrillation Gone? You’re Still at Risk for Stroke

Tom Marshall, MB ChB, MSc, PhD | October 3, 2018

Even if your atrial fibrillation was successfully treated, you're still at increased risk for stroke—but you can reduce it.

What’s This “Heartbeat” in My Husband’s Stomach?
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What’s This “Heartbeat” in My Husband’s Stomach?

John M. Kennedy, MD | September 25, 2018

Your heartbeat belongs in your chest, right? So what does it mean if you feel a pulsating sensation in your stomach? Read on to find out…

Still Under Stress After a Heart Attack? If You’re a Woman, Your Life Is In Jeopardy
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Still Under Stress After a Heart Attack? If You’re a Woman, Your Life Is In Jeopardy

Hawkins Gay, MD, MPH | September 25, 2018

Women who’ve had one heart attack yet continue to ignore their emotional health are at great risk for another heart attack.

Have AFib? You May Be Able to Drink Coffee After All
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Have AFib? You May Be Able to Drink Coffee After All

September 23, 2018

Caffeine is safe for most people with heart arrhythmias according to the largest-ever study—and may prevent arrhythmia episodes.

Is Your CPR Training Course Good Enough?
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Is Your CPR Training Course Good Enough?

September 13, 2018

CPR training courses are not as good as they should be, says the American Heart Association. Here’s how to be sure your CPR training can save lives.

What’s Coffee Doing to My Blood Pressure?

What’s Coffee Doing to My Blood Pressure?

Mark C. Houston, MD | August 27, 2018

Plenty of things can raise our blood pressure. But caffeine doesn’t affect everyone’s blood pressure the same way. Read on for details…

Don’t Wait for a Heart Attack to Do Cardiac Rehab
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Don’t Wait for a Heart Attack to Do Cardiac Rehab

Barry A. Franklin, PhD | August 14, 2018

Cardiac rehab is what you do to get into shape after a heart attack, right? Not always. Why it’s smart to start rehab to prevent a heart problem…

How to Hit a Moving Target: Health Information that Keeps Changing
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How to Hit a Moving Target: Health Information that Keeps Changing

Suzanne Steinbaum | August 11, 2018

When every day seems to bring different information about how to take care of yourself, what should you really do? Advice from Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum.

Pain-Relieving Stretch for Peripheral Artery Disease
Cardiovascular Disease

Pain-Relieving Stretch for Peripheral Artery Disease

Neel P. Chokshi, MD, MBA | August 8, 2018

A simple stretch relieves the painful hip and leg cramps caused by peripheral artery disease. Learn more…

How to Avoid Heart Failure, the “Forgotten” Heart Disease
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How to Avoid Heart Failure, the “Forgotten” Heart Disease

July 19, 2018

A heart attack is not the only threat facing people who don’t exercise. Here’s how to prevent an incurable condition that slowly robs you of your life.

Personalize Your Heart Disease Prevention Plan
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Personalize Your Heart Disease Prevention Plan

Suzanne Steinbaum | July 14, 2018

Precision medicine has become extremely helpful in cardiology. And you don’t need expensive tests to figure out what’s right for you.

Quiz: What Do You Know About Dangerous Blood Clots?
Cardiovascular Disease

Quiz: What Do You Know About Dangerous Blood Clots?

July 13, 2018

Blood clots can lead to stroke, heart attack and other dangerous conditions. Take this quiz to see if you know all you should to protect yourself…

Do You Need a Statin? Here’s How to Find Out?
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Do You Need a Statin? Here’s How to Find Out?

Parag H. Joshi, MD, MHS | June 20, 2018

Do you need a statin? The best way to know is with a heart CT scan—it can reveal dangerous plaque calcification and help you decide.