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Two brothers, two hearts and two life-saving procedures

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Mar 15, 2023

Like most brothers, Don and Keith Elam shared many things: a boyhood spent in small-town Texas, family milestones and celebrations, and starting their own lives with their own families. But one day in 2020, they shared the same startling news....

After heart attack, John has a new outlook on life

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Mar 10, 2023

You’ve probably heard that time is priceless if you’re having a heart attack. That certainly proved to be true for Dallas resident John McKay. The 67-year-old husband and father of two started Saturday, Aug. 20, with his regular workout routine...

6 simple exercises to improve your heart health

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Feb 27, 2023

Your heart is one of the hardest-working muscles in your body. It pumps about 100,000 times a day, pushing blood throughout the rest of your body. Just like your other muscles, your heart needs exercise to keep it strong. And...

Understanding your options for advanced heart failure treatment

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Feb 21, 2023

Advanced heart failure. It can be a scary diagnosis. It’s normal to worry about the idea of needing a heart transplant and wonder what you can do to avoid it.That’s the ultimate goal of the heart transplant team at Baylor...

What to expect at your first appointment with a cardiologist

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Feb 17, 2023

Keeping your heart healthy is critical to living your best life. And if you have a family history of cardiac problems or risk factors for heart disease, you or your primary care doctor may want your heart to get some...

How a workout injury revealed my rare heart condition and saved my life

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Feb 14, 2023

Hello! I’m Matt Howerton. I’m a Texan, a television news reporter and a unicorn. That’s an odd introduction, right? But it’s true. And I promise, there’s a good story behind it all—one that begins with me hitting the gym to...

5 ways to show your heart some love this Valentine’s Day

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Feb 10, 2023

Some people love to celebrate Valentine’s Day with extravagant pink and red celebrations. Some just see it as any other day. And for some, it can be a source of stress and pressure, especially if you’re in a romantic relationship.Regardless...

5 tips for heart-healthy eating at home (and 5 simple recipes to get you started)

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Feb 9, 2023

Thankfully, when it comes to heart disease, many risk factors are things we have control over, including our diet and the meals we choose to prepare at home. Even if you’ve already been diagnosed with heart disease, these healthy habits...

9 women’s health conditions linked to heart disease that may surprise you

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Feb 6, 2023

心脏病通常是诊断的女性,一个d its risk factors are often overlooked. That’s why it’s so important to take charge of your own health and your own risk factors.So, what are your risk factors, you ask? You’re probably...

The truth about 6 popular “heart health” supplements

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2023年2月3日

If you’re looking to improve your heart health or manage a condition like heart disease or high cholesterol, you may have come across supplements claiming to improve heart health. But do these supplements really work as they claim? Here’s what...

What to expect in the cath lab and how to prepare for your procedure

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Feb 2, 2023

Getting scheduled for a medical procedure can create some anxiety in the best of us. No matter how many times a hospital team has done the procedure, it’s new to you—and new means unknown.“We see this often where cath lab...

20-year-old runner experiences “sudden death,” saved by neighbors doing CPR

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Feb 1, 2023

It started off as a normal Sunday like any other for 20-year-old Landon Wyrick. After church, lunch and some errands, he went for a run. For years, running has been his way to stay active after high school.He knew he...

Does dietary cholesterol matter? A cardiologist’s perspective on diet and heart health

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Dec 15, 2022

Most people know that too much cholesterol is bad for the heart. But that’s where understanding stops, and confusion about food sets in—the relationship between dietary cholesterol intake and heart health isn’t as simple as it may seem.Logic may tell...

Triglycerides: What your levels mean and how to lower them

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Sep 8, 2022

You already know you need to have your cholesterol checked regularly—that’s common knowledge. But you may need to know your triglyceride numbers, too.According to Catherine McNeal, MD, an internist on the medical staff at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center...

Chest pain? You might need a cardiac CT scan

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Aug 8, 2022

Nearly 6.5 million people visit America’s emergency rooms each year for chest pain. Additional millions of people seek out cardiologists to evaluate their chest pain, concerned they may be at risk for heart disease.If that’s you, it’s important to know...

My smartwatch EKG says I have an irregular heartbeat. Now what?

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Aug 1, 2022

Every day, I’m amazed at how many of my patients own smartwatches or wearable devices. In fact, a recent study by Pew Research found approximately one in five Americans owns and wears a smartwatch. That translates to 66.5 million people.Young...

LAAO procedure for AFib: An alternative to blood thinners

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Jul 25, 2022

If you’ve been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation (AFib), your doctor may have mentioned the Left Atrial Appendage Occlusion (LAAO) procedure. An alternative to blood thinners, this minimally invasive treatment option is helping many people get back to living a happy,...

Living with heart failure: When to consider advanced care

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Jun 6, 2022

Your home has many systems that keep it running smoothly, such as electrical, mechanical, structural, chemical and plumbing—and the same holds true for your heart. When all your heart’s systems are running as they should, it functions normally.But when one...

Why is hypertension (aka high blood pressure) dangerous?

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2022年6月4日,

You’ve heard of hypertension and you get your blood pressure checked regularly at your doctor’s visits, but what is high blood pressure, and why is it worrisome? Here’s what you need to know, especially if you have a history of...

What to know before getting a heart stent

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May 25, 2022

Heart stents are a potentially lifesaving treatment in preventing heart damage during and after a heart attack. The procedure opens arteries that are causing the heart attack and can relieve other blockages that may be causing chest discomfort called “angina.”But before getting stents...

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