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Numbers to know for a healthy heart

When it comes to heart health, prevention is key.
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Comparison of diuretics shows no difference in heart failure survival

A recent NIH clinical trial found that there was no difference between two popular diuretic drugs in improving survival among patients hospitalized with heart failure.
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Risk of developing heart failure much higher in rural areas vs urban areas

Large NIH-supported study showed that rural-dwelling Black men are at greatest risk.
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Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac arrest is a life-threatening condition in which the heart suddenly stops beating.
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Physical Activity and Your Heart

Physical activity is any body movement that works your muscles and requires more energy than resting. Being physically active is one of the best ways to keep your heart and lungs healthy.

Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome

Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome is a problem with the heart’s electrical system that controls the heartbeat that can make the heart beat too quickly or with an irregular rhythm.

Defibrillators

Defibrillators are devices that restore a normal heartbeat by sending an electric pulse or shock to the heart. 

Angina (Chest Pain)

Angina is chest pain or discomfort that happens when an area of the heart does not get enough oxygen-rich blood. It is a common symptom of heart disease.

Smoking and Your Heart

Cigarette smoking causes about 1 in every 5 deaths in the United States each year. Smoking harms nearly every organ in the body and raises your risk of heart and blood vessel diseases.

Heart Tests

Learn about different tests and procedures to help diagnose heart diseases and conditions.

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Getting to Know #OurHearts
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ACC (American College of Cardiology) 2023 Annual Meeting
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The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) provides global leadership for a research, training, and education program to promote the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, and blood disorders and enhance the health of all individuals so that they can live longer and more fulfilling lives.

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