NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCSC) — Heart disease doesn’t stop at the heart; in fact, Lowcountry medical…
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This blood test may predict heart disease better than LDL cholesterol, some doctors say
“Bad,” or LDL, cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease and most people are…
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Living near trees linked with lower heart disease risk in cities
Living in cities that have more trees—and less grass and shrubs—was linked with decreased risk of…
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Four things you can do to reduce inflammation and cut heart disease risk, according to the experts
Many foods, supplements and even workouts nowadays claim to have anti-inflammatory properties. This certainly sounds like…
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Financial stress may be as bad for the heart as traditional risk factors for cardiovascular disease
Worrying about money and food may age the heart even faster than traditional risk factors of…
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Can a mammogram detect heart disease? What to know about breast calcium deposits
Nancy Preston didn’t have a heart attack. Nor did she have chest discomfort, shortness of breath…
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