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Not Enough People Know the Signs of a Heart Attack

by Aimee Amodio

23 Feb 2008 01:39 PM

A survey from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control found that too many Americans don't know all the warning signs of a heart attack.

Heart Attack Aftermath: Returning to Work

by Aimee Amodio

07 Feb 2008 04:56 PM

Returning to work after a major injury or health crisis can be exciting. You may be tired of resting and feeling a touch of cabin fever! Or, the prospect of going back to your regular routine may be frightening.

Lower Your Risk of Heart Disease with a Good Meal

by Aimee Amodio

30 Dec 2007 04:23 PM

You like to eat, right? For many people, a good meal with friends or family is one of life's finest pleasures. There are some meals that can help reduce your risk of heart disease -- ensuring that you will be around for many meals with friends and family to come. Cut back on salt.

Five More Ways To Protect Your Heart

by Aimee Amodio

11 Oct 2007 06:39 AM

Don't stop at just five changes to protect yourself from heart disease. Here are some more things you can do to help lower your risk of heart disease. Watch your cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, and triglycerides. Keep a copy of your blood work from annual check ups.

Six Ways To Protect Your Heart

by Aimee Amodio

09 Oct 2007 03:25 PM

There are so many little things you can do that add up to BIG protection for your heart. Here are some tips for keeping your ticker safe and healthy. Eat plenty of omega-3 fatty acids.

I Didn't Know I Had A Heart Attack

by Aimee Amodio

09 Oct 2007 07:46 AM

I've been taking classes at a glass studio in Portland. How does this relate to heart attacks? One of the owners had one recently, and ended up having a quadruple bypass! He told me he didn't know he was having a heart attack.

How Serious Is Your Racing Heart?

by Aimee Amodio

26 Sep 2007 01:56 PM

When I was in college, I had a frightening period of heart palpitations. After lots of tests (including wearing a Holter monitor) we figured out that it was most likely stress related. That didn't make it any less frightening when my heart was thumping away for no apparent reason.

Are iPods Bad For Pacemakers?

by Michele Cheplic

11 May 2007 01:21 PM

Who knew a tiny piece of technology could cause so much trouble? A new study presented to a group of heart specialists claims those popular Apple iPods can cause implanted pacemakers to malfunction.

A Nap Can Be Good For Your Heart

by Aimee Amodio

16 Feb 2007 10:00 PM

Enjoy an afternoon siesta? Like to catch a few zzzs between lunch and the end of the work day? Here's some good news -- research from the University of Athens in Greece says that a midday nap may help reduce the risk of fatal heart problems.

For Women Only- Signs of a Heart Attack

by Alison Palmer

01 Feb 2007 07:18 PM

Did your mother ever use the phrase "I am just sick and tired" on you when you were growing up? Mine did. She was sick and tired of my antics quite a bit. Sadly, this same phrase may also be the only signs a woman experiences when she is having a heart attack.



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