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Heart disease is the number one cause of death for both men and women.
February is Heart Month, a good time to review the many risk factors for heart attack and …
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Know the Signs of a Heart Attack
A heart attack is a frightening event that you probably don’t like to think about. But, if you learn the signs of a heart attack and what steps to take, you can save a life – maybe your own.
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…New Heart Procedure to Remove Implant Leads
More than 2 million people in the United States rely on an implanted device such as a pacemaker or defibrillator to regulate their heart rate and rhythm. As more and more patients have cardiac devices implanted at younger ages, the …
From Your Wrist to Your Heart: An Innovative Cardiac Catheterization Option
Physicians are now providing an innovative cardiac catheterization technique that reduces recovery time and bleeding, and may provide a less stressful option for some patients needing the procedure. Called radial artery access, the procedure uses arteries in the wrist for …
The Search for Quality Healthcare Services and Physicians
Research shows that we search for the most experienced physicians. However, convenience plays a key role in our selection of healthcare providers and facilities. Whether searching for a primary care physician, a heart specialist or a physical therapy center, most …
Problems of the Heart: A Cooper Cardiologist Explains
Heart Disease. Heart Failure. Heart Attack. Cardiac Arrest. Exactly what do all these terms mean and how do they differ?
A Cooper cardiologist explains: “Heart disease is an umbrella term for a number of complex problems affecting the heart muscle, …