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04/06/2026

Repost from CNN For decades, surviving a heart attack has come with a lifelong prescription: Stay on medications called beta-blockers to help protect your heart. But doctors are taking a closer look at whether long-term beta-blocker use is really necessary, especially beyond the first year of recovery.

For decades, surviving a heart attack has come with a lifelong prescription: Stay on medications called beta-blockers to help protect your heart. But doctors are taking a closer look at whether long-term beta-blocker use is really necessary, especially beyond the first year of recovery.

04/03/2026

Repost from WebMD Your nerves and muscles -- including your heart -- might not work the way they should if you don’t get enough potassium. https://wb.md/49gyGHz

04/02/2026

Repost from American College of Cardiology The latest High Blood Pressure Guideline recommends shared decision-making for resistant . 's new infographic helps explain renal denervation to patients & highlights benefits, harms & things to consider about the procedure.

04/01/2026

Repost from American Heart Association Tell your kids that THIS is how we used to plan a road trip. And after you finally convince them that you're being so serious, call the doctor and schedule that cholesterol screening.

03/31/2026

Repost from GoodRx Some medications are best taken at night because they may work better or have fewer side effects. Check this list to see if yours is one of them.

Night is the best time to take certain medications, including some blood pressure and cholesterol pills. Learn more about taking medications at night with GoodRx.

03/30/2026

Repost from IU Health Smart watches are offering more than fitness tracking. The latest wearables also measure health-monitoring features, including sleep, heart monitoring and fall (or crash) detection. If you have a heart condition, smart watches can measure everything from heart rate to blood pressure.

Certain smart watches can now monitor your heartbeats and alert you to problems. Learn more about their accuracy and drawbacks.

03/27/2026

Repost from American Heart Association Close game threatening to bust your March Madness bracket? This mindful breathing technique can help lower stress.

03/26/2026

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03/25/2026

Repost from Johns Hopkins Medicine Is forgiveness the key to happiness — and better health? Studies are increasingly saying yes, especially as we age.

Conflict doesn’t just weigh down the spirit; it can lead to physical health issues.

03/24/2026

Repost from American College of Cardiology March marks – the perfect opportunity to speak with your patients about heart-healthy food choices. Download a 🆕 infographic outlining the benefits of specific diets and tips to make grocery shopping easier and effective! Plus, access an infographic specifically focusing on salt intake, including how to interpret and translate sodium information into actionable steps to promote heart health.

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03/24/2026

Repost from World Health Organization (WHO) Whether it's dancing 💃🏾, hiking 🥾 , running, playing with your pet 🐶 or gardening 🌱, exploring different options can lead you to something that resonates with you. Don’t give up on trying new activities until you discover what brings you joy. Have you found the right one yet?

03/23/2026

Repost from American Stroke Association Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death and a leading cause of serious, long-term disability in the U.S. But it’s largely treatable if you act as soon as you recognize the symptoms:
👉 Face drooping
👉 Arm weakness
👉 Speech difficulty
📲 Time to call 911