Heart Disease
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Is It Safe for People With Heart Disease to Exercise?
Most people know that exercise is important for your health. But for people with heart disease, questions about safety can raise concerns.
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“Arrested” Four Times
A fifty-one-year-old patient writes a book to thank the interventional cardiologist and team who saved his life at UH Portage Medical Center.
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Is Coronary Calcium Scoring Right for You? 4 Things to Know
While most people rely on their blood pressure or cholesterol numbers to manage their heart health, another test may be even better.
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First Drug to Prevent Heart Disease Is Approved
For the first time, an anti-inflammatory drug is on the market to prevent heart attacks and stroke.
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How Heart Disease Affects the Kidneys
The heart and kidneys share a special, life-sustaining connection, so that what’s good or bad for one is generally good or bad for the other.
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Salt Substitutes: A Healthy Alternative to the Real Thing?
Substitutes for table salt have been around for decades. But are they a healthy alternative to the real thing?
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How Heart Disease Is Different After Menopause
A woman’s risk for cardiovascular disease – including heart attack and stroke – increases significantly after menopause.
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A Heart Healed
Thanks to the care Kelly Rizer received with University Hospitals Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute, she experienced both life-saving heart surgery and her wedding within a short period of time.