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6 Common Atrial Fibrillation Myths — Busted!
Our experts debunk some common myths about A-fib, the most common arrhythmia in the U.S.
Yes, Shoveling Snow Can Actually Be Dangerous to Your Heart
Every year, snow shoveling sends more than 11,000 people to the hospital each year. Here’s what you need to know about clearing your snow if you have heart attack risk factors.
Why Does Restenosis Happen (and What Can Be Done About It)?
Restenosis, or when an artery gets blocked again after you’ve had it reopened, unfortunately happens. Understand why and what treatments are available.
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3 Types of Chest Pain That Won’t Kill You
Not all chest pains are symptoms of a heart attack. Learn which symptoms could be signaling trouble and which are probably something else.
From Anorexia to Obesity: How Weight Affects Your Heart
A cardiology expert explains how heart health is directly affected by too much or too little weight — as well as how little change is necessary to make a big improvement.
Can a Stomach Problem Mimic a Heart Condition?
Find the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Cardiologist Steven Nissen MD, answers this one about symptoms of heart disease.
How Much Do You Know About Heart Health? Here’s What’s Important
Do you know the symptoms of heart attack? Would you know what to do if you are having a heart attack? Do you even know if you are at risk?
Should I Start Seeing a Cardiologist at a Certain Age?
Find the truth about questions that pique your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Cardiologist Steven Nissen, MD, answers this one about genetics and heart disease.
Will Stem Cell Research Change Treatment of Heart Disease?
Find the truth about questions that spark your curiosity in our series, “The Short Answer.” Preventive cardiologist Haitham Ahmed, MD, MPH, answers this one about heart disease.
