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Alcohol can impact atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation, sometimes referred to as “A-fib”, can be impacted by alcohol use. As one…
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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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Implantable cardioverter-defibrillators: 3 things to know
An implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) is a device placed in patients who have had a cardiac…
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Ejection fraction: A number you should take to heart
The American Heart Association defines ejection fraction as “a measurement, expressed as a percentage, of…
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Palpitations: A change in your heartbeat
Heart palpitations are common and can feel like your heart is missing or skipping a…
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Steer clear of energy drinks to protect your heart
You’ll want to read this if you depend on energy drinks to get through the…
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Heart condition? Check your medicine cabinet
Some medicines aren’t safe for people with heart conditions because they make heart problems worse…
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