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Mother Waiting for a Heart Transplant Helps Others as a 'Go Red for Women' AmbassadorMother of two, Zuleyma Santos, is working with the American Heart Association to raise awareness about the dangers …

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Woman describes surviving sudden cardiac arrest at age 22: "It can happen at any time to anybody"Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women in the U.S. Each year, more than 350,000 out-o …

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Maine woman says CPR saved her young daughter's lifeFor this month’s Heart Health 8 in partnership with the American Heart Association, WMTW sat down with a Maine woman who likely saved her daughter’s …

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Diets high in protein, zinc and vitamin B3 boost heart health, study findsPeople who consume a Mediterranean-type diet high in nutrients such as protein, zinc and vitamin B3 may see improvements in he …

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4 Ways Your Feet Are Telling You That Your Heart's in TroubleAvoiding tobacco, staying physically active, and eating a balanced diet are all good practices to help keep your heart healthy. Other tips …

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Frequent marijuana smoking linked to higher risk of heart attack, study suggestsPeople who smoked marijuana more than once per month were more likely to have their first heart attack before age 50, ne …

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