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  What Women Need to Know About Menopause and Heart Health

  January 8, 2017

  Menopause is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, but you can take measures to ensure you minimize your risk.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: heart disease, Heart Health, menopause, preventative medicine, womens health

  

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  Heart Attack Symptoms Are Different for Women

  January 3, 2017

  Women often have heart attack symptoms that are more subtle than those experienced by men. Learn about telltale heart attack symptoms in women.Watch Now

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Women's Health

  Tagged with: angina, chest pain, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, shortness of breath

  

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  Mechanical vs. Tissue Heart Valves: What’s Right for Me?

  December 3, 2016

  Learn more about the differences between mechanical heart valves and tissue heart valves, and which type is right for you.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: heart valve disease, heart valve replacement, mechanical heart valve, mechanical vs. tissue heart valve, tissue heart valve

  

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  Gum Disease and Heart Problems: What’s the Link?

  March 1, 2023

  Find out more about gum disease, how it's connected to heart disease, and what you can do to keep your risks low.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: diabetes, Gingivitis, gum disease, heart disease, periodontal disease, Periodontitis, tartar

  

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  The Link Between Sleep and Heart Health

  September 19, 2016

  If you're not getting enough shut-eye, you might be raising your risk for heart disease. Learn about the connection between sleep and heart health.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: heart disease, high blood pressure, sleep, sleep and heart health, sleep apnea

  

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  What Does Heartburn Feel Like? Heartburn vs. Heart Attack

  December 19, 2022

  Is your chest pain a heart attack or severe heartburn? Learn how to tell the difference between heartburn and a heart attack.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: chest pain, Digestive Issues, heart attack, Heart Health, heartburn, symptoms

  

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  Family Ties: Are Heart Problems Hereditary?

  June 16, 2016

  Heart disease is linked to family history, but that doesn't mean you can't minimize your risk. Learn about what you can do to improve heart health.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: genetics, heart disease, Heart Health, HVI

  

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  Tips for a Heart-Healthy Cookout

  May 3, 2023

  Find out how to make your next cookout heart-healthy. We've got tips on grilling up healthful foods for your next summer get-together.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: healthy eating, heart, Heart Health, Heart-Healthy Recipes, lifestyle tips, Nutrition

  

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  Traveling with Heart Disease: Having a Safe Trip

  June 3, 2016

  Can you travel if you have heart disease? Learn about the precautions people with heart disease should take before vacationing.Read More

  Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

  Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

  Tagged with: heart disease, safety, travel tips