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Family History of Heart Disease? Here’s How to Stay Healthy

July 12, 2018

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. if you have a family history of heart disease, find out how you can stay healthy. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: cardiovascular disease, diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke
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High Cholesterol in Your 30s Is Possible, So Know Your Risks

January 24, 2018

Learn about your risk factors for developing high cholesterol and what you can do to lower your chances. Read More

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Categorized as: Fitness, Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition
Tagged with: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, hypertension, obesity
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5 Common Cholesterol Myths and Facts

September 26, 2017

Can you separate your cholesterol myths and facts? Learn five key facts about cholesterol and how to keep your level in a healthy range. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Atherosclerosis, familial hypercholesterolemia, healthy lifestyle, heart healthy, high cholesterol
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4 Critical Tips for Preventing Vascular Disease

September 8, 2017

Check out these four simple vascular disease prevention tips and learn how you can keep your blood vessels healthy. Read More

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Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, Atherosclerosis, deep vein thrombosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, Peripheral artery disease, pulmonary embolism, stroke, Vascular disease
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Essential Facts on Hyperlipidemia

February 17, 2017

Hyperlipidemia is a high level of fat in your blood, which may put you at risk for heart disease and other medical problems. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Atherosclerosis, heart attack, high cholesterol, Hyperlipidemia, Triglycerides
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Heart Disease Risk Factors in Women

February 3, 2017

You might be surprised to learn that heart disease affects more women than all types of cancer combined. Learn about women's heart disease risk factors. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol
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Talking to Your Doctor About Heart Disease Symptoms

February 1, 2017

Find out how to describe your symptoms and talk with your doctor about heart disease prevention and treatment options. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: diabetes, heart disease risk factors, heart disease symptoms, high blood pressure, high cholesterol
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Myths and Facts About Heart Disease

January 31, 2017

Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the United States, and in many cases, it's preventable. Discover heart disease myths and facts. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol, shortness of breath
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Celebrate Heart Month: What Is a Cardiologist?

January 14, 2017

A cardiologist is a heart specialist who treats many types of heart and blood vessel conditions. Learn about how you can talk to your cardiologist. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health
Tagged with: Cardiac catheterization, cardiologist, heart attack, heart disease, high cholesterol