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Heart Disease Prevention & Management

Learn how to protect your heart as you age. Explore common heart conditions, risk factors, prevention strategies, treatment options, and practical advice to help you manage heart disease and advocate for your health.
Find information about different types of heart conditions, preventing or managing heart disease over time, the diets and meal plans that have heart-healthy principles, and how to seek and advocate for treatment.

Can Sleep Impact Your Health?

Sleep is critical for maintaining good health, yet it is often taken for granted. Adults should get seven to nine hours of sleep per night, but about 1 in 3 of us report not getting enough rest. Find out how quality sleep is connected to better health.

Fit Movement Into Your Day

Multiple short periods of exercise can be as beneficial as longer periods for some aspects of fitness. Find out how to personalize your physical activity to make sure it is what you want to do and when you want to do it.

More Ways to Manage Your Health

Get information on prevention and how to manage ongoing health conditions focused on physical and mental health. From exercise tips to diet and nutrition, this is your one-stop shop for caring for yourself and loved ones.

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