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… Sudden Heart Failure On this page: Overview … failure? Sudden heart failure can be caused by certain health problems and by some things that you do. Health … tract infection. Irregular heart rhythms (arrhythmias). Conditions that affect your need for oxygen. These include …
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… Electrical System of the Heart On this page: Overview Overview … starts in the right atrium in a group of special heart cells called the sinoatrial (or sinus) node. These cells act … (EKG) Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… Stroke: How to Prevent Another One On this page: Overview … pressure medicines to lower blood pressure. Manage other health problems You can help lower your chance of having … figure out what type of treatment is best for you. Have a heart-healthy lifestyle Do not smoke or allow others to …
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… Myxoma Tumours of the Heart On this page: Overview Overview … in the blood to the body and cause problems, such as a stroke. How are they treated? Treatment for a myxoma tumour … Stenosis Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… a blood transfusion, a person (the recipient) receives healthy blood from another person (the donor). The donated … life-threatening levels (severe anemia). When severe, these conditions (including splenic sequestration, acute chest … A statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Stroke , …
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… Heart Failure: Avoiding Triggers for Sudden Heart Failure Actionset Overview Triggers are things that … other doctors and any over-the-counter medicines or natural health products you take. Take this list with you when you …
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… Heart-Healthy Lifestyle On this page: Overview Overview A heart-healthy lifestyle is a way of living that helps keep … lifestyle can help lower your risk of a heart attack and stroke. It can also improve the quality and length of your …
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… Heart Arrhythmias and Exercise Actionset Overview If you have an irregular heartbeat ( arrhythmia ), it's important to talk to your … for you. Regular activity can help keep your heart and body healthy. The type and amount of exercise that's is safe for …
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… Heart Valve Disease On this page: What are the types of heart valve disease? Heart valve disease can affect any of … Stenosis Current as of: September 7, 2022 Author: Healthwise Staff Medical Review: Rakesh K. Pai MD, FACC - …
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… Target Heart Rate Last updated March 7, 2018 To help create a strong, healthy heart and lungs, it’s necessary to do physical activity at …
