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Electrophysiology (EPS) Exam: What Is It and Why...

December 14, 2018

A way to find problems with your heart.

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Raise your Afib awareness and cut your risk

October 29, 2018

AFib is the most common type of arrhythmia, affecting up to 6.1 million people in the U.S.

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The silent dangers of PAD

October 26, 2018

8.5 million Americans are affected by PAD, but many don’t know they have it. Are you one of them?

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How to avoid a heart attack when your team is ...

October 25, 2018

Have you ever watched your favorite team blow a lead and said, “You guys are killing me?" Well, you might not be far from the truth.

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How Alcohol Abuse Affects Your Heart Health

October 5, 2018

Be aware of the risks before having a drink.

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The Menopause and Heart Disease Link

September 14, 2018

When most women think about menopause, they think about symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings and weight gain. However, there's another, more...

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All heart: little changes add up for a heart-healthy...

August 21, 2018

Losing weight is the best way to boost your heart health but extreme diets and lifestyle changes are often too much change to keep up long-term...

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High Cholesterol: What You Should Know

August 15, 2018

Having high cholesterol can lead to serious health complications, including heart attack and stroke. Learn what cholesterol is, its causes, risk...

tags: cardiac health , cardiology , cardiovascular health , cholesterol , hdl , heart attack , heart health , high cholesterol , ldl , stroke

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The Difference Between Heart Attacks, Cardiac ...

August 15, 2018

The risk factors may be the same, but understanding the differences between a stroke, heart attack and cardiac arrest could mean the difference...

tags: cardiac arrest , cardiology , heart attack , heart health , stroke

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Heart-Healthy Summer Foods

June 5, 2018

Summer is a season of sun-soaked gatherings and grilling out. Amid all the cookouts and events, it can be tempting to help yourself to just one...

tags: cardiology , heart attack , heart health

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Greg's Heart Attack Recovery Story

June 1, 2018

Parham Doctors' Hospital's Rehab Team gave me a second chance at life. I am eternally grateful.

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Understanding the latest blood pressure guidelines

February 1, 2018

The latest evidence shows that high blood pressure, even at moderate levels, is harmful to your health, so prevention and earlier diagnosis are...

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Heart & Vascular

Electrophysiology (EPS) Exam: What Is It and Why...

Raise your Afib awareness and cut your risk

The silent dangers of PAD

How to avoid a heart attack when your team is ...

How Alcohol Abuse Affects Your Heart Health

The Menopause and Heart Disease Link

All heart: little changes add up for a heart-healthy...

High Cholesterol: What You Should Know

The Difference Between Heart Attacks, Cardiac ...

Heart-Healthy Summer Foods

Greg's Heart Attack Recovery Story

Understanding the latest blood pressure guidelines