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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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The ‘widow-maker’: One patient’s life-changing heart event
Don Nystrom retired at the age of 57 and has enjoyed life immensely with his…
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Bypass open heart surgery with TAVR
For some patients in need of a heart-valve replacement, the standard approach of open-heart surgery…
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Heart attacks in women: 3 things to know
Though cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women, there…
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Stress and your heart: What you should know
Persistent stress isn’t good for us, but can it cause heart trouble? The answer to…
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Marathons and heart risk: What endurance athletes should know
Endurance athletes appear to be in excellent shape. However, recent reports have suggested that extreme…
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Menopause and heart disease: Are they connected?
Heart disease is the leading cause in female deaths. History tells us heart disease risk…
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Eating out? How to choose heart-healthy
Doc’s orders: A well-balanced, low-sodium diet. You’ve got this. You’re making changes. And then it…
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Chest pain and discomfort: What you need to know
Chest discomfort could indicate a heart, gastrointestinal or other issue. In any case, it should…
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