What is heart disease?

Beating an average of 72 times a minute, your heart pumps oxygen and nutrient-rich blood throughout your body, while simultaneously removing the waste products you don’t need.

When blood flow becomes limited or stopped, the body shuts down and - without intervention - can lead to death.

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• What is heart disease?
• What causes heart disease?
• What are the symptoms of a heart attack?
• How can I prevent heart disease?
• How is heart disease treated?