HEART HEALTH
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Preventing High Blood Pressure Begins in Childhood
Help your child tackle these three big risk factors for high blood pressure.
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How Your Genes Can Influence Your Heart Health
Most of us are aware that heart problems can result from lifestyle choices or medical conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure. But another potential influencer on your heart health could lie in your genes.
How Early Detection of Congenital Heart Defects Keeps Your Baby Safe
You have already counted each tiny finger and toe. A simple, painless test can make sure your baby’s heart is healthy, too.
Why a Wood-Burning Fireplace Could Be Hazardous To Your Health
Burning wood in your fireplace all winter may feel nostalgic and keep you warm, but smoke from those fires can also cause health problems.
Women Need to Take Care Of Their Hearts at Every Age
When you think of someone having a heart attack, it’s very likely that an older man comes to mind. The reality, however, is that heart disease continues to be the most common cause of death among women.
Vaping May Be More Dangerous Than Cigarette Smoking, Studies Show
Some people take up vaping to avoid the health hazards of smoking cigarettes. But when it comes to your heart health, a pair of recent studies show e-cigarettes are just as dangerous as cigarettes made from tobacco.
Could You Have Heart Disease And Not Know It?
For many people, the first sign of coronary artery disease (CAD) is a heart attack or life-threatening arrhythmia. Learn about a test that can help determine your risk for heart disease or CAD.
Be Careful In the Summer Heat if You Have Heart Disease
Enjoy fun in the sun this summer - but be cautious in the hot weather if you or someone in your family has heart disease or a congenital heart condition.