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Selfie safety

March 16, 2020

Pressure to take captivating selfies has led to injury and even deaths. Stay safe and follow these tips when taking selfies.

tags: facebook , instagram , selfie deaths , selfies , selfie safety , social media , twitter

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Is chocolate good for your heart?

February 14, 2020

Chocolate may contain specific benefits to your heart health. Find out how the right chocolate can lead to a healthy heart.

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5 heart risk factors to watch after age 40

February 10, 2020

Your risk of heart disease and heart attack increases as you age. Watch for these 5 risk factors after age 40.

tags: age and your heart , cholesterol , heart attack , heart disease , high blood pressure

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What is A-fib: know the symptoms, reduce the risks

September 23, 2019

A-fib—or atrial fibrillation—is a serious condition. Get the facts on symptoms, treatment, and reducing risk of stroke or heart failure.

tags: afib , afib treatment , atrial fibrillation , atrial fibrillation risks , atrial fibrillation symptoms

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5 Heart Attack Risks You Rarely Hear About

February 14, 2019

Many times your heart’s health is slowly compromised by conditions like diabetes, obesity or chronic stress, which could manifest into a heart...

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