Angioplasty or Bypass? Understanding the Best Option for Blocked Arteries
Clogged arteries are grave. They impair the flow of blood to the heart. They predispose heart attack. They influence your walking, working, and living without feeling tired all the time or having chest pains. In case tests reveal blocked arteries, treatment follows....
Warning Signs of Cardiovascular Disease in Women
Heart disease is not just a man’s problem. It affects women too. In fact, it’s one of the leading causes of death among women today. But many women miss the early signs. The symptoms can be different. They are often subtle. That’s why they go unnoticed. A heart attack...
Tuberculosis & Lungs: Causes, Impact & Why Early Diagnosis Saves Lives
Tuberculosis, also called TB, is one of humanity’s oldest and most persistent diseases. Right through prehistoric times, to ancient civilizations, to the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries, it has resulted in millions of deaths worldwide, leading to mass mortality. But...
Is Chest Pain Always a Heart Problem? Other Causes You Should Know
Naturally, when you feel chest pain, you may worry, as we’ve learned that heart attacks can be very serious. Is it always the heart that causes chest pain? It turns out the answer is actually no. It’s important to know that chest pain can have many non-cardiac causes,...
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