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CHD Facts for Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week
By Catherine Roberts Children

CHD Facts for Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week

Considered by the March of Dimes as the most prevalent types of birth defects, congenital heart defects (CHDs) are considered deadly health conditions that a baby is born with. CHDs change the function and/or shape of a newborn’s heart (or parts within) to the point of that overall health is compromised, which means treatment is typically required within the first hours, days, or months of life.

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Video: Children Embrace the Golden Age of Recess for Heart Health
By ActiveBeat Author Children

Video: Children Embrace the Golden Age of Recess for Heart Health

February is Heart Month. No, not Valentine’s Day (although that’s a thing too), but a month dedicated to cardiovascular health for individuals of all ages. Yup, that means kids too. And the American Heart Association (AMA) aims to teach kids the importance of staying active and eating healthy so they can lead stronger, healthier lives. Part of […]

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Causes of Chest Pain That Are Not Your Heart
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Gerald Morris Your Health

Causes of Chest Pain That Are Not Your Heart

Everyone worries that chest pain is related to the heart and they could be experiencing a heart attack, or myocardial infarction. But what about causes of chest pain not related to heart disease or a heart attack? We look into the 10 common causes of chest pain that don’t have anything to do with the heart.

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