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Why some people have low sodium levels in their blood
Most Americans eat more sodium than their bodies require. Too much sodium can worsen high…
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Pacemaker surgery: Fixing low heart rate or bradycardia
A pacemaker is a device implanted during surgery, which “delivers electrical impulses to the heart…
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Causes of fainting: A sign of cardiac issues
According to the American Heart Association, about 41 percent of Americans have fainted at some…
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Prevent hypothermia, heart attacks in cold weather
Walking, shoveling snow and outdoor sports are a normal part of winter for Midwesterners. As…
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Dangers of shoveling snow: Heart attacks and back pain
While snow shoveling is a great way to get in an old-fashioned work out (since…
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How and when should I perform CPR?
It’s frightening whenever someone suddenly collapses with no warning and is unresponsive. But if you…
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Butter vs. margarine: Is one healthier?
Butter vs. margarine, two popular ingredients that people use regularly. There has been an ongoing…
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Healthy salt substitutes: Shake it up for blood pressure
We Americans love our salt, but consuming a high sodium diet can lead to high…
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Sudden cardiac arrest: Is it possible in kids?
Although sudden cardiac arrest is rare in younger people, it can happen. Sudden cardiac arrest…