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Heart Condition Encyclopedia

From atrial fibrillation to venous thromboembolism, your guide to some of the most common heart-related terms. Read More

Healthy Recipes

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Fast Fact

Number of seconds that pass between each person who dies from cardiovascular disease in the United States, according to the CDC.

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Heart Health Tip: Best Practices for Blood Pressure Taking

When getting your blood pressure taken, it's important to obtain as accurate a reading as possible. So don't drink coffee or smoke cigarettes 30 minutes prior, and wear short sleeves so your arm is exposed. For five minutes beforehand, sit with your back supported and your feet flat on the ground, and rest your arm on a table at heart level.