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Cod Liver Oil vs. Fish Oil: What’s the Difference, and Which Should You Take?

Written By Joanna Foley, RDPublished on Oct 2, 2025
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9 Unexpected Health Benefits of Swimming

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Brilinta (Ticagrelor) Dosages for Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Justin DeFlorian, PharmD, BCPSUpdated on Sep 24, 2025
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7 Ways to Naturally Reduce Cholesterol Without Medication

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The Best Allergy Medications for People With High Blood Pressure

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Sep 2, 2025
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What Foods Are Highest in Sodium?

Written By Joanna Foley, RDPublished on Sep 2, 2025
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How Much Does a Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) Scan Cost?

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8 Brilinta (Ticagrelor) Interactions to Consider

Written By Justin DeFlorian, PharmD, BCPSUpdated on Aug 22, 2025
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Can You Drink Coffee With Blood Pressure Meds? 11 Caffeine Interactions to Be Aware Of

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Aug 22, 2025
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12 Foods That Can Help Lower Blood Pressure

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Aug 19, 2025
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How to Know If You’re at Risk of a Heart Attack

Written By Christina Palmer, MDUpdated on Aug 12, 2025
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5 of the Best Foods for Perimenopause

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDPublished on Aug 6, 2025
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Beta Blockers for Anxiety Are Becoming More Popular, but Are They the Right Treatment?

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on Aug 1, 2025
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A Guide to Understanding Your Heart’s Ejection Fraction

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Aug 1, 2025
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How Different Drugs Cause Heart Damage — Plus, Signs to Look for

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Aug 1, 2025
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Do Statins Cause Dementia? Experts Review the Evidence for You

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPUpdated on Aug 1, 2025
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Beets Help Lower Blood Pressure — But Not for Everyone With Hypertension

Written By April Benshosan, MSPublished on Aug 1, 2025
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7 Side Effects of Blood Pressure Medications You Should Know About

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Jul 25, 2025
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Red Yeast Rice vs. Statins for High Cholesterol: How Do They Compare?

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Jul 24, 2025
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Can I Switch from Warfarin (Coumadin) to Xarelto?

Written By Arnisha Carter, PharmD, BCPSUpdated on Jul 10, 2025
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Xarelto Dosages for Kids and Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Sonja Jacobsen, PharmD, BCPS, BCOPUpdated on Jul 8, 2025
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Diabetes and Heart Disease: It Might Be Time for You to See a Cardiologist

Written By Christine Giordano, MDUpdated on Jul 7, 2025
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High A1C Levels Can Lead to Heart Disease — Here’s Why You Should Get Tested

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MDUpdated on Jul 3, 2025
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Does Alcohol Raise Cholesterol Levels? Here’s What You Should Know

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Jul 1, 2025
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When Should You Take Blood Pressure Medication?

Written By Alice Perlowski, MD, MA, FACCUpdated on Jun 27, 2025
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Pradaxa vs. Eliquis: 5 Key Differences to Consider

Written By Stacia Woodcock, PharmDPublished on Jun 26, 2025
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Warfarin vs. Eliquis: 7 Differences Between These Blood Thinner Medications

Written By Patricia Weiser, PharmDPublished on Jun 25, 2025
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7 Nexletol Side Effects You Should Know About

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Jun 20, 2025
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St. John’s Wort, Paxlovid, and More: 8 Xarelto Interactions to Be Aware Of

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDUpdated on Jun 18, 2025
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Is THC Bad for Your Heart and Blood Pressure?

Written By Christina Palmer, MDUpdated on Jun 6, 2025
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6 High-Fiber Nuts Perfect for Snacking

Written By Joanna Foley, RDPublished on Jun 2, 2025
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What Are the Signs of Severe Dehydration? How to Know If You Need to Go to the ER

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Jun 2, 2025
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PCSK9 Inhibitors vs. Statins for High Cholesterol: 7 Ways They Compare

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDUpdated on May 29, 2025
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Should I Use an At-Home Cholesterol Test Kit?

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What Causes High Cholesterol? And Why It Matters

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From Semaglutide to THC: 7 Medications That Can Increase Your Heart Rate

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Apr 29, 2025
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Protecting Your Heart: 7 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Suddenly Stop Your Statin

Written By Rachel Feaster, PharmD, BCOP, BCPSUpdated on Apr 1, 2025
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Blood Pressure Medications: How They Work and the Names of Common Generics

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Is All Red Meat Bad for You? Not Necessarily, a Dietitian Says

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDPublished on Apr 1, 2025
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Is Amiodarone Safe for AFib?

Written By Alice Perlowski, MD, MA, FACCUpdated on Mar 27, 2025
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Have Heartburn That Won't Go Away? Your Heartburn Could Be Something Else

Written By Katie E. Golden, MDUpdated on Mar 3, 2025
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How Does Stress Affect Your Heart?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Mar 3, 2025
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Depression and High Blood Pressure: Is There a Connection?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Mar 3, 2025
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Blood Thinners for Atrial Fibrillation (AFib): Which Is Best?

Written By Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPSUpdated on Feb 24, 2025
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Are OTC Statins Available? Not Yet, But They Could Be Soon

Written By Daphne Berryhill, RPhPublished on Feb 20, 2025
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Saturated vs. Unsaturated Fat: Know the Differences to Build a Balanced Diet

Written By Joanna Foley, RDUpdated on Feb 11, 2025
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Preventing and Treating High Blood Pressure If You Have Diabetes

Written By Alice Perlowski, MD, MA, FACCUpdated on Feb 10, 2025
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How Does a Heart Attack Affect Your Mental Health?

Written By Renée Fabian, MAUpdated on Feb 7, 2025
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5 Outdated High Blood Pressure Medications You Should Consider Upgrading

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Why Is My Resting Heart Rate High?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Feb 4, 2025
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When Should You Worry About Low Heart Rate (Bradycardia)?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Feb 3, 2025
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Written By Sarah Gupta, MDUpdated on Jan 23, 2025
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9 Medications That Can Cause High Cholesterol Levels

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Jan 16, 2025
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Written By ThienLy Neal, PharmDUpdated on Jan 13, 2025
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Mounjaro and Heart Health: How Mounjaro Can Help If You Have Cardiovascular Disease

Written By Brian Clista, MDPublished on Jan 7, 2025
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Heartburn vs. Heart Attack: How to Tell the Difference

Written By Sarah Pozniak, MDUpdated on Dec 16, 2024
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9 Foods Loaded With Lycopene: A Dietitian Explains How This Antioxidant Boosts Your Health

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDPublished on Dec 10, 2024
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Should You Take Red Yeast Rice for Cholesterol?

Written By Sarah Pozniak, MDPublished on Dec 9, 2024
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What Medications Are Typically Prescribed After Having a Heart Attack (Myocardial Infarction)?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Dec 9, 2024
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Does Menopause Increase My Heart Disease Risk?

Written By Christina Palmer, MDUpdated on Dec 6, 2024
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Is Coffee Good or Bad for Your Heart?

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDPublished on Dec 3, 2024
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What Should You Avoid After a Heart Stent?

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3 Cold Medicines to Consider If You Have a Heart Condition — Plus, Ones to Avoid

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Dec 2, 2024
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Lisinopril vs. Benazepril and More: What’s the Best ACE Inhibitor?

Written By Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBAUpdated on Nov 7, 2024
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10 Types of Foods That Are High in Niacin (Vitamin B3)

Written By Cara Rosenbloom, RDPublished on Nov 1, 2024
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Does Alcohol Raise Your Blood Pressure? What You Need to Know

Written By Alice Perlowski, MD, MA, FACCUpdated on Oct 28, 2024
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Krill Oil vs. Fish Oil: Which One Is Better for Heart Health?

Written By Laura M. Ali, MS, RDN, LDNUpdated on Oct 24, 2024
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5 Proven Benefits of Hot Baths

Written By Katrina EresmanUpdated on Oct 22, 2024
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7 Beta Blocker Interactions to Be Aware Of

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Oct 21, 2024
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What Is the Best Diet for Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS)?

Written By Candace Nelson, MS, CNUpdated on Oct 18, 2024
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Is a Heart Attack in Women Different? Learn How to Recognize the Signs

Written By Meg Burke, MDUpdated on Oct 7, 2024
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Can You Have a Heart Attack Without Knowing It? Learn the Signs of a Silent Heart Attack

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Oct 7, 2024
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8 Tums Side Effects You Should Know About

Written By Nicole E. Cieri-Hutcherson, PharmD, BCPS, NCMPUpdated on Oct 3, 2024
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Coronary Artery Calcium Scan: What It Is and Who Needs One

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDPublished on Oct 3, 2024
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Systolic vs. Diastolic: Explaining the Top and Bottom Numbers in a Blood Pressure Reading

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What’s Atenolol’s Mechanism of Action? How This Beta Blocker Works

Written By Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBAPublished on Oct 2, 2024
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How Low Is Too Low? Common Symptoms and Causes of Low Blood Pressure

Written By Farzon A. Nahvi, MDPublished on Oct 1, 2024
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7 Medications to Avoid With Atrial Fibrillation: NSAIDs, Decongestants, and More

Written By Hindu Rao, PharmD, APh, BCACPPublished on Oct 1, 2024
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Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease (ASCVD): Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments

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Supplements for Heart Health: What You Need to Know

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Sep 3, 2024
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When Is Low Blood Pressure an Emergency? An ER Doctor Explains the Potential Dangers

Written By Michael Dreis, MDPublished on Sep 3, 2024
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Ramipril Dosages for Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDPublished on Aug 21, 2024
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7 QT-Prolonging Drugs: How These Medications Can Affect Heart Rhythms

Written By Tegan Smedley, PharmD, APhPublished on Aug 16, 2024
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Is Aspirin Bad for You? Risks to Know About

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Aug 13, 2024
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The Best Probiotics for GERD (Acid Reflux) and Heartburn

Written By Nicole Rowe, MDUpdated on Aug 12, 2024
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When’s the Best Time to Take Cholesterol Medication? (Plus 4 More Tips for Taking Statins)

Written By Kristianne Hannemann, PharmDUpdated on Aug 9, 2024
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Is Palm Oil Bad for You? Here’s What to Know About This Food Ingredient

Written By Janis Jibrin, MS, RDNPublished on Aug 1, 2024
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7 Supplements You May Want to Avoid If You Have High Blood Pressure

Written By Sheila Marie, PharmDUpdated on Aug 1, 2024
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A Guide to Heart Arrhythmias

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Aug 1, 2024
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6 Candesartan Interactions to Be Aware of

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDPublished on Jul 30, 2024
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12 Health Problems Stress Can Cause

Written By Christina Palmer, MDUpdated on Jul 29, 2024
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How to Stop Taking Atenolol Safely, Plus 3 More Tips for Taking It

Written By Tegan Smedley, PharmD, APhPublished on Jul 25, 2024
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How Long Does It Take Atenolol to Lower Heart Rate? Answers to 6 Atenolol FAQs

Written By Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBAPublished on Jul 25, 2024
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How to Lower Blood Pressure Fast: 6 Safe Methods You Can Try at Home

Written By Alice Perlowski, MD, MA, FACCUpdated on Jul 19, 2024
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Confused About the Link Between High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, and Stroke? We’re Here to Explain

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Jul 8, 2024
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Many People at Risk of Heart Disease Live in Counties Without a Single Cardiologist

Written By Trinidad Cisneros, PhDPublished on Jul 8, 2024
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Step-by-Step Instructions to Check Your Blood Pressure at Home

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How to Choose the Best Blood Pressure Medication for You

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6 Exercises to Improve Heart Health

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How Long Does It Take Lisinopril to Work? 5 Things to Know About This ACE Inhibitor

Written By Kristine Foley, PharmDUpdated on Jun 18, 2024
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Diltiazem vs. Metoprolol for Atrial Fibrillation: 4 Differences to Know

Written By Amy B. Gragnolati, PharmD, BCPSPublished on Jun 18, 2024
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What Does a Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Order Mean and Why Are They Used?

Written By Katie E. Golden, MDUpdated on Jun 17, 2024
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What Do You Need to Know About Beta Blockers and Exercise? A Cardiologist Explains

Written By Sarah Studyvin, DO, MPHPublished on Jun 17, 2024
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Carvedilol or Metoprolol: Which Is the Better Beta Blocker?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Jun 7, 2024
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Are Fish Oil Pills Better for You Than Eating Fish?

Written By Kerry Hackworth, MS, RD, LDNPublished on Jun 7, 2024
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Looking for a Healthy Salt Substitute? Here Are 8 Salt Alternatives for Better Heart Health

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Fluid Restriction for CHF: How Much Water Should You Drink?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Jun 5, 2024
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Is Fast Food Always That Bad for You? A Dietitian Provides Some Insight

Written By Katie Horrell, MS, RDN, CPTUpdated on Jun 3, 2024
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6 Blood Thinner Interactions You Should Be Aware Of

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Jun 3, 2024
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Is Aspirin a Good Blood Thinner for Preventing a Heart Attack and Stroke?

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MDUpdated on May 30, 2024
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How Can You Live a Full Life When You Have Heart Failure?

Written By Marcia FrellickPublished on May 28, 2024
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9 Tips for How to Exercise With Heart Failure

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What Is Heart Rate Variability and Why Does It Matter?

Written By Christina Palmer, MDPublished on May 20, 2024
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Nexletol Dosages for Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Stacia Woodcock, PharmDPublished on May 13, 2024
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Lisinopril, Ramipril, and More: 6 ACE Inhibitors to Know About

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on May 7, 2024
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Can You Reverse Heart Failure? In Some Cases, Yes

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on May 6, 2024
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AFib vs. VFib: What Are the Differences in Symptoms and Treatment?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on May 3, 2024
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How to Get Enough Omega-3 If You Don’t Eat Fish

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on May 1, 2024
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Olive Oil vs. Butter: Is One Really Healthier?

Written By Joanna Foley, RDPublished on May 1, 2024
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What Do ACE Inhibitors Do, and How Do They Work?

Written By Daphne Berryhill, RPhPublished on May 1, 2024
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What Is ‘Dry Scooping’ Preworkout, and Is It Bad for You?

Written By Candace Nelson, MS, CNUpdated on Apr 26, 2024
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Is Ibuprofen a Blood Thinner? Plus 6 More FAQs About NSAIDs and Blood Thinners

Written By Nicole E. Cieri-Hutcherson, PharmD, BCPS, NCMPUpdated on Apr 17, 2024
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Omega-3 Dosages: How Much Should You Take Per Day, and How Much is Too Much?

Written By Daphne Berryhill, RPhPublished on Apr 17, 2024
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Atrial Flutter vs. Atrial Fibrillation (AFib): What You Need to Know About the Differences

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Apr 15, 2024
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Are Olives Just as Good for You as Olive Oil?

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDPublished on Apr 15, 2024
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Is There a Connection Between Weight and Heart Disease?

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Here Are the Major Differences Between a Heart Attack and Heart Failure

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Apr 5, 2024
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What I Eat to Help Manage My Heart Disease

Written By Michelle Rhodes, RNPublished on Apr 5, 2024
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What Should Your Heart Rate Be During Exercise?

Written By Valerie Anne Jones, MDUpdated on Mar 26, 2024
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10 Propranolol Side Effects You Should Know About

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Mar 26, 2024
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The United States of Statins: Which Parts of the Country Have Higher Fills?

Written By Tori Marsh, MPHPublished on Mar 20, 2024
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How Do Compression Socks Work?

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Can Calcium Supplements Raise Your Risk of Heart Disease? A Cardiologist Explains

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Mar 15, 2024
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The 8 Most Heart-Healthy Nuts

Written By Kerry Hackworth, MS, RD, LDNPublished on Mar 14, 2024
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When to See a Cardiologist: 9 Reasons to Schedule an Appointment

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Mar 11, 2024
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Full-Fat vs. Low-Fat Dairy: Which One Is Better for You?

Written By Katie Horrell, MS, RDN, CPTPublished on Mar 6, 2024
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What a Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA) Means for Your Baby

Written By Meredith Grace Merkley, DO, FAAPPublished on Mar 5, 2024
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Can Stress Cause a Stroke?

Written By Meg Burke, MDUpdated on Mar 1, 2024
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What’s the Difference Between Heart Rate and Blood Pressure?

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDUpdated on Mar 1, 2024
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7 Tikosyn (Dofetilide) Side Effects You Should Know About

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Feb 28, 2024
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Propranolol Dosages for Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPPublished on Feb 27, 2024
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Lovastatin Dosages: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Emilie White, PharmDPublished on Feb 27, 2024
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Heart Bypass Surgery: Recovery Time and Life Expectancy

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10 Foods and Drinks to Avoid If You Have High Blood Pressure

Written By Timothy Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Feb 15, 2024
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Omega-3, Omega-6, Omega-9: What Are the Differences and Benefits?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDPublished on Feb 9, 2024
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Helping My 88-Year-Old Mother Navigate a Heart Procedure Known as TAVR

Written By Judi KettelerPublished on Feb 7, 2024
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Enalapril Dosages: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Alex Evans, PharmD, MBAPublished on Jan 30, 2024
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GoodRx Savings Helped Prevent Over 250,000 ER Visits and Hospitalizations for Major Cardiovascular Events

Written By Tori Marsh, MPHPublished on Jan 25, 2024
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What’s the Best Diet for Stroke Prevention and Recovery?

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What Are the Causes and Triggers of Atrial Fibrillation?

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How to Lower Triglyceride Levels to a Healthier Range

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MDUpdated on Dec 18, 2023
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7 ACE Inhibitor Side Effects You Should Know About: Cough, Angioedema, and More

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Who Should Take Low-Dose Aspirin to Help Prevent Health Problems?

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Dec 7, 2023
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8 Invokana Interactions and How to Manage Them

Written By Hindu Rao, PharmD, APh, BCACPPublished on Dec 6, 2023
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Heparin Dosages for Adults: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Rachel Feaster, PharmD, BCOP, BCPSPublished on Dec 4, 2023
Medication Education: drug interaction propranolol

11 Propranolol Interactions You Should Know About

Written By Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACPUpdated on Nov 28, 2023
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Pravastatin vs. Simvastatin: How Do They Compare for High Cholesterol?

Written By Alex Brewer, PharmD, MBAPublished on Nov 17, 2023
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