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Heart Disease

Michele Norris

My “Shortness of Breath” Turned Out to Be Chronic Heart Failure

This woman thought her symptoms were simply from asthma and allergies. Her doctor even agreed. Then, she took a turn for the worse.
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My “Asthma” Turned Out to Be Chronic Heart Failure

A man explains a doctor's visit for his wheezing eventually led to his chronic heart...
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7 Amazing Heart Disease Breakthroughs of 2019

Advancements in research, tests, treatments, and prevention strategies have taken a leap forward this year....
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Niacin Flush: What It Is and What You Can Do About It

Niacin is often prescribed for high cholesterol, but it comes with some potentially unpleasant side...
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If You Don’t Eat a Banana Every Day, This Might Convince You to Start

An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Not so much. Try this fruit, instead.
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This Is What Really Causes an Enlarged Heart, According to a Heart Doctor

An enlarged heart is a serious condition, but luckily, there are usually signs something's wrong...
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8 Silent Signs You May Have Heart Murmur

Heart murmurs can be harmless or signal a more serious heart problem. These are the...
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15 Stroke Symptoms in Women We’re Likely to Ignore

Did you know that signs of a stroke can be different in women than men?...
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5 Easy Ways to Lower the Top Blood Pressure Number

Try these tweaks to improve your systolic pressure, ensure an accurate reading, and potentially extend...
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The Worst Eating Habits for Cholesterol

Having high cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease. Here are the eating...
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Subtle Signs You May Have Clogged Arteries

These surprising clues can point to clogged arteries and underlying heart disease, according to Joel...
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The 50 Best Foods for Your Heart

Add these heart-healthy foods to your everyday diet and your ticker will thank you—for decades...
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23 Foods That Help Lower High Blood Pressure

Consuming less sodium may be important to help slash blood pressure levels, but eating more...
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10 Subtle Signs You Could Have Congestive Heart Failure

As the heart weakens, it sends you signals that all is not right. Knowing how...

What to Do If Someone Is Having a Heart Attack: Must-Know First Aid

If you think someone is having a heart attack, taking action immediately can save their...
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8 Sneaky Heart Attack Symptoms Women Might Be Ignoring

Heart disease is a top killer of women, but heart attack symptoms are different than...
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17 Natural Remedies for High Blood Pressure (And One Cool Medication Trick)

Cutting down salt is just the beginning. Read on for tips on keeping your circulatory...

My Healthy Baby Had Cardiac Arrest—Here’s How It Could Have Been Prevented

There's nothing worse than losing a child, and despite losing Simon at four months of...
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10 Foods That May Help Lower Cholesterol

Protect your heart by eating more foods that have a beneficial effect on cholesterol. Here...