Heart Attack Risk
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Why Some Young Athletes Suffer Cardiac Arrest
Most cases of sudden cardiac arrest in young athletes are due to underlying heart conditions that are genetic and go unrecognized.
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Can (Holiday) Stress Cause a Heart Attack?
It should be no surprise that, left unchecked, the stress and anxiety of the holidays can be detrimental to both physical and mental health.
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More Young Adults Developing Heart Disease
An alarming trend in heart disease has taken hold among younger adults. The incidence of heart attacks in people under age 40 is on the rise.
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Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What's the Difference?
People often confuse heart attack and cardiac arrest. In short, heart attack is a plumbing issue. Sudden cardiac arrest is an electrical issue.
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Patient Has Steady Success with Integrated Treatment for Cardiovascular Disease
Denise Burris treated the process of getting her weight, diabetes and cholesterol numbers under control like a resolution, as well as a lifestyle shift and journey.
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Research Links Pollution to Cardiovascular Disease
The researchers estimate that pollution was responsible for nine million deaths worldwide in 2019, 5.1 million of which were due to cardiovascular disease.
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Why Heart Attacks Are on the Rise in Younger People
From 2006 to 2016, heart attacks for people younger than age 40 have increased by 2 percent every year. What is driving this trend?
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UH Physicians Recognize New Mom's Heart Symptoms as Serious, Not Stress
Jana Thomas knew something was wrong a few days after giving birth to her second daughter. When she described her symptoms to people, most told her she was stressed and tired from recently giving birth.