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EKG test: What is it for?
An electrocardiogram (also known as an EKG or ECG) is a quick, non-invasive and painless…
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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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PTSD after heart attacks and other mental health concerns
An article on the New York Times wellness blog said heart attacks may have dramatic…
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Heart stress tests: What do they show?
If you’re simply feeling stressed, that’s not a reason for a stress test. But if…
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What is cardiopulmonary rehabilitation?
Cardiopulmonary rehab is the combined term for cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitations. Both are education and…
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Think small: Tiny arteries have a huge impact on heart health
It is common in the world of cardiology, when artery health is discussed, to focus…
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Stand up to POTS: What to know about Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) is defined by a “constellation of signs and symptoms,” rather…
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