heart disease

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FAQs About Heart Valve Disease

You’ve heard of heart disease, but heart valve disease is on the rise. Learn about the risk factors and screening options for this deadly condition.

Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?

Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?

Heart disease doesn't just affect men — it's also the #1 killer of women in the U.S.

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Clinically Speaking: Questions and Answers About High Triglycerides

Triglycerides are the often forgotten or ignored numbers in a cholesterol panel. But cardiologist Nieca Goldberg, M.D., says we need to pay attention.

Are You at Risk for Heart Disease?

¿Tienes riesgo de una enfermedad cardiaca?

Las enfermedades cardiacas no solo afectan a los hombres, también son la causa principal de muertes de mujeres en EE.UU.

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Conversación clínica: Preguntas y respuestas relacionadas con niveles altos de triglicéridos

Obtén respuestas de la cardióloga Nieca Goldberg, M.D., acerca de los peligros de niveles altos de triglicéridos y cómo podemos reducirlos

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The Intersection of Heart Disease, Diabetes and Stroke

Reducing your risk of one could reduce the risk of the others

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La intersección entre las enfermedades cardiacas, la diabetes y los accidentes cardiovasculares

Reducir el riesgo de una condición podría disminuir el riesgo de las otras

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Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs 101

Learn about the different types of medication for high cholesterol

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Can HPV Lead to Heart Disease in Women?

A growing body of research says it’s possible. Here’s what you need to know.

WomenTalk, "The Heart Truth"

WomenTalk, "The Heart Truth"

On this episode of WomenTalk, we're partnering with NIH/NHLBI to encourage women to take action to protect their heart health.

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Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack

Learn the important differences between a heart attack and cardiac arrest

Holly Morrell

Genetic Heart Disease Won't Stop Me from Living the Life I Love

Despite having many surgeries over the years, I live a happy, healthy life with heart disease

Anne Fulenwider

Q&A: Anne Fulenwider Says Heart Health and Telehealth Are In

The former Marie Claire editor talks about her journey from fashion to telehealth and how her mother’s sudden heart attack changed her view on women’s health

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What Is a Heart-Healthy Diet?

We asked trailblazing cardiologist Nieca Goldberg, M.D., about the best eating plan for a healthy heart and ways to prevent heart disease

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Did You Know That Heart Disease Affects Women of Color Differently?

The risk of cardiovascular disease among women, especially women of color, is poorly understood, yet the statistics speak for themselves. Here's what you need to know.

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A Patient’s Journey: How to Navigate Health Insurance for Heart Disease

Learn the facts about insurance coverage and access to treatments for heart disease

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FAQs: What Women Need to Know About Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in women. Knowing the symptoms could save your life.

Why Don’t Women Get the Same Treatment for Heart Disease as Men

Why Don’t Women Get the Same Treatment for Heart Disease as Men?

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women and men, so why are women being given different treatment?

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I Had Quadruple Bypass Surgery at 48

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women in the United States — and it doesn’t care how old you are

Symptoms of Heart Attacks in Women

Symptoms of Heart Attacks in Women

Knowing your risk factors and the warning signs can help save your life

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No, Latinos Don’t Actually Have Less Heart Disease – a New Large Study Refutes the Longstanding ‘Latino Paradox’

For at least three decades, studies have shown that Latinos have better heart health than other people, but new research calls that into question

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How Mental Health Affects Your Heart

Stress, depression and anxiety can affect your heart as well as your mind. What’s the connection between mental health and heart disease, and how can you reduce your risk?

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What Is Aphasia? An Expert Explains the Condition Forcing Bruce Willis to Retire From Acting

In a message posted on Instagram, Willis’ daughter, Rumer Willis, said that the condition was “impacting his cognitive abilities.”