The key to preventing and/or reducing the effects of heart attacks and heart disease is to understand your risk factors and to take action. From making changes in your lifestyle to knowing what medical resources to turn to for help, a well-educated approach to preventing and managing heart disease is the solution to longevity and a healthy, high quality of life.
Within this section, you will find helpful information, including:
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