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Heart disease remains a debilitating condition for a lot of Americans. It is the prime cause of death in the US, according to the CDC/Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Specific risk factors are associated with higher chances of heart disease. Risk factors can either be modified or simply cannot be changed. Therefore, there are… Read More
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Quitting smoking is just so important when it comes to maintaining good heart health. For smokers, stopping smoking is just the most important step to take, if good cardiovascular health is your aim. Smokers need to realize that it is dangerous to resort to this deadly pursuit. Statistics point the way. Smokers are twice more… Read More
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The Link Between Cavity and A Healthy Heart A study conducted by University of Florida researchers has found the same bacteria associated with gum problems and diseases such as dental caries or cavities are also linked to heart disease. This discovery could change the way heart conditions are diagnosed and treated. Oral bacteria can be… Read More
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What is open heart surgery/CABG? Open heart surgery or Coronary Artery Bypass Graft is a surgical procedure that is used for the treatment of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) or Coronary Heart Disease (CHD). Coronary Artery Disease is the blockage or narrowing of arteries. Arteries are the blood vessels responsible for the supply of oxygenated blood… Read More
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A stroke is the effect of a blocked blood vessel in the brain. Usually this is caused by a blood clot being pumped through the blood system. When the vessel is blocked, blood can no longer reach those sections of the brain. This causes the brain to start dying. Brain damage occurs when brain cells… Read More
