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

Heart Health / By / February 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 can help keep you healthy for years to come. Making nutritious and heart-healthy meals is …

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Healthcare at home: New in-home vaccine program makes staying well easier than ever

Navigating Healthcare / By / February 6, 2023

Your family’s health is important. But between rushing to work and school, running errands, doing chores and… well, life, a doctor’s appointment often becomes just one more task on your ever-growing to-do list. But a new program from Baylor Scott & White Health can make getting preventative healthcare more convenient for you and your family. …

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

Heart Health / By / February 6, 2023

Heart disease is often underdiagnosed in women, and 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 well aware of the traditional risk factors for heart disease, such as hypertension, diabetes, …

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The truth about 6 popular “heart health” supplements

Heart Health / By / February 8, 2023

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 you need to know about the most common dietary supplements used for heart health. Food …

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

Heart Health / By / January 31, 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 procedures are concerned,” said Robert Jay Widmer, MD, PhD, interventional cardiologist on the medical …

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

Heart Health / By / January 27, 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 had a minor heart rhythm condition known as supraventricular tachycardia, or SVT, but it …

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What to know about getting a second opinion for cancer

Cancer / By / January 30, 2023

When you’re diagnosed with cancer, you want to feel comfortable and in control of your care. In some cases, a second opinion can provide that extra level of confidence that you’ve considered all your options and you’re choosing the right treatment plan for you. While a few types of cancer emergencies require immediate attention, most …

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Why is my hand shaking? What causes hand tremors and when to worry

Brain Health / By / January 26, 2023

Have you ever noticed your hand shaking while you pour your morning coffee or stand in line at the grocery store? Shaky hands, the medical term for which is “hand tremor,” are more common than you might think. Some people may disregard them if they are not very noticeable or bothersome in day-to-day activities. But …

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Happily ever after: Couple ties the knot after lifesaving liver transplant

Transplant / By / January 24, 2023

When Brandi and Pete fell in love, he was healthy—but liver disease was slowly taking its toll. Brandi knew in her heart it was her destiny to save his life by donating her liver. This is their love story, in their words. Pete: The diagnosis I learned I had liver disease about six years before …

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