Cardiovascular Health Library

Cardiovascular Health Library

Heart Disease Center—Heart Attack

General Overview

A heart attack occurs when blood flow to the heart muscle is interrupted. This deprives the heart muscle of oxygen, causing tissue damage or tissue death.


Preventing Heart Attacks

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Practical prevention—diet helps maintain a healthy blood pressure

Hypertension affects 50 million Americans at some point in their lives. That's one in every four people in the US. The chance that your blood pressure will rise increases steadily as you grow older. Learn more about what you can do to prevent this common condition.

Reducing your risk of heart disease when you have diabetes


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Start a regular exercise program



Preventing Heart Attacks (Continued)

Tips for reducing stress in your life


Weight loss: what are your options?


Special Topics

Can your heart handle sex?


Surviving a heart attack: timing is crucial
