American Heart Association-Stroke Association

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• Lauri Evans' Why

  On Jun 16

  Lauri's why is keeping family and friends safe.

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• Does When and How Often I Eat Matter?

  On Jun 06

  There are plenty of ways to eat, and they are not equal in their effect on your weight and heart health. Recently the American Heart Association investigated this topic and published a scientific statement about meal planning and the timing and frequency of...Full Post

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• Twice the Diagnosis, Twice the Passion

  On Jun 06

  When Kimberly was diagnosed with heart failure, her first thought was for her identical twin, Shaun Rivers, to be tested. Her diagnosis was the same, so the twins took up recovery together. Today, they are advocates for heart health in their community. Full Post

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• Track your blood pressure at home

  On May 19

  Tracking blood pressure readings at home helps you achieve and maintain a healthy heart

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• Introducing My Cardiac Coach™, a free app from American Heart.

  On May 16

  After a heart attack, you're told to focus on recovery. Then you're left to figure it out. What are the next steps? Where do you find reliable information? How do you make good health habits and stick to them? Or keep track of medications and doctor's appoi...Full Post

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• Managing Your Cholesterol Doesn't Have To Be Hard

  On Apr 14

  High cholesterol is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease and stroke, the No. 1 and No. 5 killers in the U.S. Learn what you can do to lower your risk. Full Post

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• Hyper-K: Not Good for Your Heart

  On Mar 21

  Hyperkalemia is too much of a good thing: potassium. When it occurs it can interfere with the electric signals produced in the middle muscle tissue of the heart, possibly leading to different types of heart rhythm problems. Full Post

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• Open-Faced Italian Vegetable Sandwich with Ham or Turkey

  On Mar 21

  Simple Cooking with Heart offers this great-tasting decked-out sandwich that fits into a healthy eating plan.

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• The Day I Died

  On Mar 08

  Sometimes it takes a life-changing event to shift your perspective on what’s important in life, and no event is more life-changing than death. Since my own death in November 2014, I have learned more about living. Full Post

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• Share From Your Heart

  On Feb 17

  Whether you’ve been diagnosed with a valve problem, care about someone who has, or just want to help build a world free from the consequences of heart valve disease, we invite you to join us. Use your messages for good! Full Post

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