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Cardiovascular Disease

If you or someone you care about has been faced with cardiovascular disease, you know how uncertain life can seem. We want to help you feel more at ease. In this section, you'll find information about heart attacks, congestive heart failure and other cardiovascular conditions.

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The American Heart Association’s Guidelines for Women

by Patricia Griffin Kellicker, BSN

The American Heart Association (AHA) first released female-specific guidelines in 1999. Current guidelines take into consideration a better understanding of the disease, and are the first to rely solely on clinical evidence.

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Coronary Angioplasty

Coronary Angiography

Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)

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