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Women And Heart Disease
Heart disease is no longer considered a "man's" disease, but many women remain unaware of the extent of their risk. How can you prevent heart disease?

Lifestyle Changes for a Healthier Heart
Learn how diet, exercise, smoking and stress contribute to your heart health.

Special Harvard Commentary: The Mixed Blessing of Heart CT Scans
A new generation of computed tomography (CT) scanners is making it possible to take very clear pictures of coronary arteries, including any blockages, without the need for more invasive, more expensive procedures. This is a good development, right? Well,

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Fit And Fat -- Does It Matter?
It is true that exercise is beneficial even if you don’t lose weight. However, being physically fit while remaining overweight leaves you with health risks that you just don’t need.

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At 78 years old, I am in pretty good shape. A couple of years ago, an echocardiogram showed a small leak in my mitral valve. A year later, a follow-up test showed some leakage in my tricuspid valve. The valves aren’t causing me any problems right now, but how will I know if they need to be repaired? I like to exercise, but don’t want to make these valve problems worse. Is it okay for me to walk on a treadmill at a speed of 3 to 4 miles an hour and lift light weights?

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