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Heart Care Center

One in three American adults have some form of cardiovascular disease due to at least two of the main risk factors: smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. Use this center to find out the facts, lower your risk and maintain your heart health


Cardiovascular Conditions InBrief Concise fact sheets on common heart ailments InDepth Detailed reports of symptoms, risks and treatments Congenital (Birth Defects) Information on heart disorders present at birth Diagnostic and Surgical Procedures Methods that detect and treat heart disease Quick Resources Glossary Common heart terms defined Healthy Cardiovascular System A basic primer on how the heart works Heart Disease Center Timely news and links to national resources Hypertension Center Overview of the causes and cures		Keeping Healthy Diet Center Reviews of popular diets and healthy eating tips Medications and Natural Supplements Descriptions of commonly prescribed drugs and complementary therapies Smoking Center Learn how to kick this high-risk habit Sports & Fitness A guide for the body, mind and spirit Healthy Living Calculators Activity Calculator Basal Metabolism Body Mass Index Calories Burned Calorie Energy Needs Coronary Heart Disease Risk Depression Risk Diabetes Risk Exercise Guide Ideal Body Weight Waist-to-hip ratio