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Life is precious, and so is your heart. Our advice from leading medical experts gives you the tools you need to prioritize your heart health — everything from lifestyle tips to recipe ideas and helpful guidance for specific heart conditions.

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October 5, 2026/Heart Health

Warning Signs of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Fainting or nearly fainting with exertion are red flags worth taking seriously — but sometimes family history is the only clue

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October 5, 2026/Heart Health

Triggers That Can Worsen Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Symptoms

Anything that raises your heart rate or causes dehydration can worsen obstruction, leading to symptoms

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September 29, 2026/Heart Health

Alcohol and AFib: What You Should Know

Alcohol raises your risk of AFib, worsens existing disease and makes treatments less effective

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September 11, 2026/Heart Health

Common Heart Medications and What They Do

Heart medications can help manage blood pressure, cholesterol and other issues that contribute to heart disease

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September 4, 2026/Heart Health

5 Heart Disease Myths You Shouldn’t Believe

If you’ve heard that heart disease mostly affects men or that you’re fine if you don’t feel any symptoms, it’s time to learn the facts

Healthcare provider listening to older person’s heart with stethoscope
September 2, 2026/Heart Health

Understanding Your Risk of Sudden Cardiac Arrest With Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)

HCM raises your risk, but monitoring and treatment can bring it back down

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August 14, 2026/Heart Health

Living With Recurrent Pericarditis: 10 Tips for Managing Flares and Feeling Your Best

Taking prescribed medicines, prioritizing rest and finding sources of joy can help heal your heart and boost your spirits

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August 14, 2026/Heart Health

What Medications Can Treat Recurrent Pericarditis?

There are several options to reduce inflammation and manage symptoms

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August 13, 2026/Heart Health

Myocarditis vs. Pericarditis: What You Should Know

These conditions involve inflammation in different areas of your heart, leading to differences in symptoms and treatments

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July 16, 2026/Heart Health

Lifesaving Beats: How CPR Songs Make a Difference

Using a familiar song can help you time chest compressions to do the work of a stopped heart

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