signs warning signs of heart attack
Afew heart attacks are sudden and intense, but most heart attacks start slowly, with mild pain or discomfort. Often people aren’t sure what’s wrong and wait too long before getting help. This is especially true for women. Here are some of the signs that can mean a heart attack is [...]

Heart disease is a type of cardiovascular disease. In addition to heart disease, the term cardiovascular disease encompasses a variety of heart conditions, such as high blood pressure and stroke. Coronary heart disease (CHD) is caused by a narrowing of the coronary arteries, which results in a decreased supply of blood and oxygen to the [...]

The most common cause of cardiovascular disease is atherosclerosis (sometimes called “hardening” or “clogging” of the arteries). Atherosclerosis is the build-up of cholesterol and fatty deposits (called plaque) on the inner walls of the arteries that restricts blood flow to the heart.
Without adequate blood, the heart becomes starved of oxygen and the vital nutrients it [...]

What are the Warning Signs of Heart Attack and Stroke?
Warning Signs of Heart Attack:
Some heart attacks are sudden and intense, but most of them start slowly with mild pain or discomfort with one or more of these symptoms:
Chest discomfort
Discomfort in other areas of the upper body
Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort
Other signs including [...]

The normal human heart has two major coronary arteries, so named because, together with their branches, they surround the heart like a crown (or corona). From its branch off the aorta, the left main coronary artery quickly divides into two vessels: the left anterior descending artery and the circumflex artery. Another vessel, the right coronary [...]

SCREENING TESTS
In most cases, the first step is to get tested to find out for sure if you have heart disease, and, if so, how severe your condition is. Most tests are done outside the body and are painless. Ask your doctor which of the following tests are right for you.
Electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) makes [...]

Both heart attacks and strokes stem from coronary heart disease. Stroke is the number three killer of Americans and a leading cause of serious disability. Consequently, it is very important to reduce risk factors, know the warning signs, and know how to respond quickly and properly at the onset of symptoms.
Heart attack signs include chest [...]

TREATMENTS:
Defibrillators – If a heart has stopped or has a dangerously abnormal heart beat, treatments to try to restore the normal heart rhythm include an external defibrillator (a machine that administers an electric shock) and an implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD, a device that includes a thin wire that is inserted into the heart to deliver [...]

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Being overweight isn’t just about how you look. As waistlines get bigger so does the risk of heart disease, strokes and some cancers. It’s the same for children, with strong evidence that even their cholesterol levels are increasing. Sadly, overweight kids also risk getting picked on and the result can be low selfesteem that makes [...]

Medical History (check all that apply)
Heart Disease
High Cholesterol
Diabetes
Irregular heart beat
Heart Murmurs
Chest Pain or Pressure
Dizziness/Fainting
Back or Neck Pains
Arm Pain or Weakness
Leg Pain or Weakness
Abdominal Pains
Stomach Ulcers
Cancer
Circulation problem
Fatigue/low energy
Loss of Sex Drive
Difficulty with Erections
Eating Disorders
Asthma or Emphysema
Anxiety Symptoms
Depression
Sleeping problems
Snoring
Night Restless legs
High blood pressure
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Shortness of Breath
Stroke or Seizure
Depression
Low Blood Sugar
Thyroid Problems
Menstrual Problems
Family and Genetic History (check [...]

Neuropathy occurs when there is damage to the peripheral nerves. The peripheral nervous system is separate from the central nervous system, which is the brain and the spinal cord. The peripheral nerves are like wires leading from the spinal cord to the muscles, skin and internal organs, and they relay messages back and forth from [...]