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Heart Attack https://utswmed.org/conditions-treatments/heart-attack/ Our specialized cardiac team quickly diagnoses and provides advanced treatments for heart attacks, using medications and other therapies to restore blood flow to...

4 tips to cut down on kids’ summertime sugar binge https://utswmed.org/medblog/reduce-added-sugar-kids/ In the U.S., kids eat three times more added sugar than they should each day, affecting mood, heart health, and sleep. Get four tips to eat less sugar this summer...

Mindful meditation can reduce stress, risk of cardiovascular disease https://utswmed.org/medblog/mindful-meditation-can-reduce-stress-risk-cardiovascular-disease/ An integrative approach to health includes not only good nutrition, adequate exercise and sleep, but also engaging in positive relationships and stress management...

5 tips to keep Thanksgiving meals safe and satisfying https://utswmed.org/medblog/5-tips-keep-thanksgiving-meals-safe-and-satisfying/ Thanksgiving is a holiday that often revolves around food and family – large portions of both. But that simply isn't prudent this year. UT Southwestern shares strategies...

4 studies that defy conventional thinking about race, weight loss, and heart health https://utswmed.org/medblog/heart-health-racial-disparities/ African-Americans are not genetically predisposed to heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Recent UT Southwestern studies dispel conventional thinking...

Reducing South Asian heart attack risk with culturally tailored care https://utswmed.org/medblog/south-asian-heart-doctor/ South Asian patients tend to develop heart disease earlier in life and at lower BMIs. Explore a new program at UT Southwestern designed to identify patients at risk...

Considering the keto diet? 3 health questions to think about https://utswmed.org/medblog/keto-diet-safety-healthy/ Is the keto diet safe? According to UT Southwestern, the answer is not as simple as ‘yes’ or ‘no.’ Patients should consider these 3 health questions before giving...

Getting to the heart of your pregnancy: What cardiovascular changes you can expect https://utswmed.org/medblog/pregnancy-heart-cardiovascular-changes/ Pregnancy puts a big demand on your heart. Learn how your cardiovascular system adapts to keep you and your baby healthy.