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National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: Is It Your Time for a Colonoscopy?
March 6, 2023
The 80s and 90s were a legendary time for cinema, with the release of some of the most well-known movies to date, including Thelma & Louise, Forrest Gump, Clueless, Space Jam, Titanic and the list goes on. But if these renowned pieces of pop culture were introduced to the big...
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Did You Brush? The Surprising Link Between Dental Health and Your Heart
February 6, 2023
Thank you for joining us on this 28-day journey of heart health. We hope you’ve found it helpful and that you’ve learned something about your heart that you may not have known before.
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Heart Disease: An Unwanted Heirloom
February 6, 2023
You’ve got your father’s eyes, and your grandmother’s laugh, but what about your uncle’s heart disease? While many inherited traits are good, others – like heart disease – aren’t. It’s important to know how your family’s history of heart disease can affect your own heart health.
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Five Surprising Ways to Boost Your Heart Health
February 6, 2023
You probably know that healthy eating and regular physical activity are critically important to maintaining good heart health. But there are a number of other things you can do to give your heart an extra boost that might surprise you.
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Minutes Matter: Knowing the Signs Can Save a Life
February 6, 2023
When a heart attack strikes, minutes matter. Those first few minutes following a heart attack are critical in determining the short-term and long-term outcome for the patient in the days to come. According to the National Institutes of Health, about half of those who die from heart attacks will die...
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Heart Health at Any Age
February 6, 2023
Things change as we get older. How you took care of yourself in your 20s might be very different from how you take care of yourself today. That said, it’s important to understand what you should keep in mind as you age. Check out these pointers on what to remember...
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Got Kids? Give ‘Em Heart!
February 6, 2023
As a parent, there are a number of great reasons to get your kids to think of their health as a priority. And there are a number of great ways to help them do that, including regular physical activity.
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We Heart Dessert
February 6, 2023
How many of us want to beat a hasty path to the freezer for a few scoops of ice cream after dinner? While it’s nice to treat yourself from time to time, it’s important to keep the decadent desserts as a special treat, rather than an every-night occurrence.
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Sleeping Beauty
February 6, 2023
Consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most beneficial things you can do for the health of your mind and body. And it’s particularly important for your heart. Even though it keeps beating after you close your eyes, it benefits from the lowered blood pressure that happens...
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Your Once-A-Year Day: Annual Screenings are Good for Your Heart
February 6, 2023
Playing an active role in your preventive health is a key factor in preventing heart disease and managing your risk factors for heart problems. And one of the best preventive health measures is your annual check-up with your primary care provider. Even if you don’t have a heart condition, it’s...
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