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  • Sudden Cardiac Arrest

    Sudden cardiac arrest occurs when the heart stops pumping, and is a leading cause of death in the United States. Learn about symptoms and treatment.

  • Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)

    A heart attack is a condition that blocks blood flow to the heart and causes damage to the heart muscle. Learn about symptoms and treatment.

  • Heart Disease in Women

    Women face unique risks, warning signs and symptoms of heart disease. Here's what women—and men who care about them—need to know about this condition.

  • Chest Pain

    The number one cause of death in America is heart attack, and the top symptom of a heart attack is chest pain, so people should take such pains seriously.

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