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Heart Health

How to Perform CPR

Nicholas Peacock, DO, explains the right way to perform CPR when someone's having a heart attack
Healthy Living

‘Tis the Season — for the Flu

Learn why we're more vulnerable to the flu during the winter months — and how you can protect yourself
A woman feeling sick while decorating for the holidays
Healthy Living

Sudden Emergencies

Sometimes symptoms that come on fast can signal a serious, even life-threatening problem
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Pain You Shouldn't Ignore

When it's a bad idea to "tough it out"
pain you shouldn't ignore
Healthy Living

How the Body Regulates Heat

Understanding heatstroke, hot flashes and fever
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Heart Health

Why Should You Get to the Hospital Quickly For a Heart Attack?

Neeraj Jolly, MD, explains why you shouldn't wait to seek treatment if you think you're having a heart attack
Heart Health

What is an Accredited Chest Pain Center?

Yanina Purim-Shem-Tov, MD, MS, explains what it takes to receive accreditation as a Chest Pain Center
Heart Health

Door-To-Balloon Time and Its Effect on Heart Attack Survival

Why having a short "door-to-balloon time" improves a patient's chances of surviving a heart attack