Heart Health Center

Heart Condition Encyclopedia

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

Healthy Recipes

Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Apple Baked Pancake

Broccoli Sun Dried Tomato Gratin

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Fast Fact

Number of dollars per heart disease death spent on heart disease research by the federal government, according to a report by the Institute of Medicine.

Featured Heart Health Articles

Are Women With Heart Disease Overlooked and Under Treated?

Our expert discusses the results of two new heart studies, and what they mean for women. Read More

The Worst Foods for Your Heart

Autoimmune Disease and Medication Heart Risk

Lower Risk of Stroke for People on Statins and Fibrates

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Heart Health Videos

Guidelines For Cholesterol Intake, from Sharon Mulvagh, MD

Heart Bypass Surgery Vs. Angioplasty

The Different Types of Cholesterol

High Cholesterol Leads to Early Heart Attack

Heart Health Tip: Choose Healthy Foods

When dining out, remember that au gratin, crispy, escalloped, pan-fried, saut ed, and stuffed foods are generally high in fat and calories. Healthier choices include steamed, broiled, baked, grilled, poached, and roasted foods. If you're not sure about a certain dish, don't hesitate to ask your server how it's prepared.