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Senator's death calls attention to aortic dissection
An aortic dissection, a tear in the body’s largest artery, typically causes sudden, severe pain in the chest, back, or abdomen. This uncommon condition is most likely to occur in people with a thoracic aortic aneurysm, a bulge in the section of the aorta closest to the heart.
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Senator's death calls attention to aortic dissection
Taking breaks from sitting to move around may lower cancer risk
GLP-1 weight-loss drugs may lower the need for knee replacement
Peptides: What they are, potential benefits, and safety concerns
Atherosclerosis: Can AI help your doctor detect it?
Beef tallow, seed oils, and full-fat dairy: Are any of them heart-healthy?
Cardiac amyloidosis: Better detection and new treatments
Lose more weight and protect your heart by pairing exercise with eating fewer calories
American Cancer Society expands testing recommendations for colorectal cancer screening
Heart risks from cannabis remain hazy but warrant caution
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