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Why Meditation Is Good for Your Heart
How you can take a vacation from stress with a daily meditation.
Learn MoreWhat to Do and Not Do When Someone Is Having a Stroke
Here’s how to recognize the signs of a stroke so you can get help quickly.
Learn MoreHot Outside? What to Do If You Have Heart Disease
Heat and humidity may be harder to handle if you have a heart condition or take certain medications, so take these precautions.
Learn MoreHow to Improve Your Cardio Endurance
Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just want to improve your stamina, here’s how to do it.
Learn MoreIf You Have These Symptoms, a Neurosurgeon May Help
Seeing a neurosurgeon isn’t an everyday occurrence, but here’s why you might need one.
Learn MoreAtrial Fibrillation (AFib)
Also called afib, atrial fibrillation is a common type of abnormal heartbeat. The heart rhythm is fast and most often irregular. In atrial fibrillation, the electrical impulse of the heart is not regular. This means parts of the heart cannot contract in an organized pattern. As a result, the heart cannot pump enough blood to…
Learn MoreLung Nodules
A lung nodule is a small growth in the lung. Lung nodules are smaller than three centimeters in diameter. A growth larger than three centimeters is called a lung mass. Most lung nodules are benign (benign). Benign lung nodules can have a wide variety of causes, including: Infections Noninfectious disorders such as sarcoidosis, granulomatosis with…
Learn MorePatent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) is a congenital heart defect that results from an abnormal connection between the aorta and the pulmonary artery in the heart. While in the womb, the aorta and the pulmonary artery are connected by a temporary blood vessel called the ductus arteriosus as part of normal fetal circulation. The baby receives…
Learn MoreSarcoidosis
Sarcoidosis is a disease in which inflammation occurs in the lymph nodes, lungs, liver, eyes, skin, or other tissues. The exact cause is unknown. In those who have the disease, tiny clusters of immune cells called granulomas form in certain organs of the body. The disease can affect almost any organ, but most commonly affects…
Learn MoreSupraventricular Tachycardia (SVT)
Supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) is an abnormally fast heartbeat. It’s a general term that includes many types of heart arrhythmias. A normal heart rate is 60 to 100 beats per minute. A heart rate of more than 100 beats per minute is called a tachycardia. Heart rates over 100 beats per minute that occur above the…
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