Congestive heart failure (CHF), or simply heart failure, is a cardiovascular condition that affects the ability of the heart to work properly. Over time, the heart is unable to supply the rest of the body with enough oxygen-rich blood. This lack of oxygen-rich blood causes our body to compensate in a variety of ways, which […]
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Congestive heart failure, also known as CHF, is a medical condition that affects the heart’s ability to pump blood properly. When the heart is not functioning as it should, it can lead to a range of symptoms, including shortness of breath, fatigue, and fluid buildup in the body. If your organs don’t get enough blood, […]
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If you have been diagnosed with coronary artery disease (CAD) — also known as coronary heart disease — you may wonder which treatment options are available to you. Coronary artery disease is a common heart condition where the blood vessels that bring blood and oxygen to your heart (called your coronary arteries) become narrow due […]
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Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease, affecting more than 20 million adults in the United States.1 If you have coronary artery disease or have a high risk of developing coronary artery disease, you may wonder about the newest ways to prevent and treat the condition. Before any new therapies […]
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Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease in the United States, affecting more than 18 million people. Coronary artery disease might also be called coronary heart disease or ischemic heart disease. This disease occurs when cholesterol deposits cause the blood vessels that bring blood to your heart, called your coronary […]
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High cholesterol, also known as hypecholesterolemia, is an extremely common condition in the United States. Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that your body needs to function properly, but high levels can be damaging to your health. There are a few different types of fats (lipids) that your body maintains a fine balance of, including […]
High cholesterol, also known as hypercholesterolemia, is an extremely common condition affecting roughly 86 million American adults.1 Most cases of high cholesterol can be treated with changes in diet and exercise habits.2 However, in many cases, medicine is needed to treat high cholesterol, including for individuals at high risk of developing a heart attack or […]
When you hear the word “cholesterol,” you probably think of it in a bad light. Many of us have had our doctors tell us that we need to lower our cholesterol levels, but there’s more to learn about this waxy substance. Our bodies need cholesterol to function properly, but too much can be harmful to […]
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with high cholesterol, you may be wondering what treatments are available to you. Your doctor will discuss options for how to lower your high cholesterol. Most people can manage their cholesterol with lifestyle changes, but medications may also be used in cases where these modifications aren’t enough. It’s important to […]
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Recent clinical trials for high blood pressure have provided some new information about:1, 2 How blood pressure numbers and the ways we monitor blood pressure predict the risk of complications1 The importance of regular blood pressure monitoring in patients with specific types of high blood pressure1 Possible new ways to control blood pressure using a […]
