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Women And Heart Disease
Heart disease is no longer considered a "man's" disease, but many women remain unaware of the extent of their risk. How can you prevent heart disease?

Lifestyle Changes For A Healthier Heart
Learn how diet, exercise, smoking and stress contribute to your heart health.

Special Harvard Commentary: The Mixed Blessing Of Heart CT Scans
A new generation of computed tomography (CT) scanners is making it possible to take very clear pictures of coronary arteries, including any blockages, without the need for more invasive, more expensive procedures. This is a good development, right? Well,

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My 60-year-old brother recently died of a massive heart attack. He seemed healthy. He was not overweight, he exercised daily and ate well, he took his cholesterol medication and he saw his doctor regularly. Others in my family have died of sudden heart attacks. Is there any genetic test that I (and my siblings) should undergo to see if we are at risk for sudden heart attack?

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