How Does My Heart Work?
Did you know that your heart is made up almost entirely of muscle and it’s strong enough to lift approximately 3,000 pounds? Whoa! Talk about having heart; that’s one strong little organ! Every year...
View ArticleA Woman’s Heart
Quick— what’s the number one killer of women in the United States? Did you say breast cancer? Breast cancer is certainly a threat to women’s health, and not one to be taken lightly by any means, as we...
View ArticleThe Happy, Healthy Heart
Think of just how often we mention our hearts. Hearts are synonymous with love, and Valentine’s Day immediately comes to mind. The perceived shape for the heart is the universal symbol for love. In...
View ArticleChest Pain? Call 9-1-1!
February is American Heart Month It’s that time of year again…time to call attention to the fact that heart attacks are the leading cause of death in the United States. More than 600,000 people die...
View ArticleWhat is that pain in my chest?
Let’s start by making one thing very clear: If you, or someone you are with, experiences chest pain, call 9-1-1 immediately. Do not hesitate. Chest pain is a very serious condition and can be life...
View Article5 Keys to a Healthy Heart
Do you know which organ is the body’s strongest? How about which muscle does the most work over the course of a lifetime? If you guessed the heart, you are correct. Tipping the scale at a mere 11...
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