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A Happy Heart for the Holidays

Right coronary heart attack symptoms look nothing like those of a “typical” left coronary attack. Here’s what to look for.

Heart Attacks: What Women Need to Know

Failing to recognize heart attack warning signs can be deadly. Unfortunately, many women experience atypical symptoms.

Why Healthy People Have Heart Attacks

Get a better handle on your cardiac health by understanding the inner workings of your ticker.

How Saving Your Teeth Could Save Your Life

Your teeth aren’t just for smiling and chewing—they could be the key to a longer life.

The One Thing Vanessa Williams Won’t Leave the House Without

The multitalented actress wants women to take charge of their heart health.

Could Your Painkiller Kill You?

A new study links heart attack risk and painkillers in high doses.

Personality Change After Heart Attack?

Can a heart attack cause a personality change? Our caregiving expert says yes—and gives tips on how to cope.

Heart Attack Treatments

If you’ve suffered a heart attack, these are the most common treatments offered.

Heart Attack Survivor Patricia Zaid

She survived a heart attack, and now Patricia Zaid is living Better Than Before.

What Is a Heart Attack?

A look at what happens to your heart during a heart attack.

Heart Attack Basics

Causes and symptoms of heart attack.

Heart Attack: A Survivor's Story

When she had a major heart attack at age 39, Alicia McDine knew it was time to start taking care of her own health above all else.

Stroke and Heart Attack Basics

What takes place when these leading killers attack?

Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention

Take these steps for optimal heart health.

Heart Attack Signs

Know what to look for and get help early to improve your heart attack survival chances.