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A young Black man with the flu sitting on the couch at home. (Photo: Getty Images)

The Flu & Heart Attacks

One of the best things you can do for your heart health this season is get a flu shot. The flu doesn't just cause sore muscles, your arteries get inflamed too.
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A digital scan depicts the brain in blue, with an area on the right side a shade of red, showing the site of a stroke. (Photo: Thinkstock)

Stroke Awareness Month

“BE FAST” to Recognize Stroke Signs Many people have become familiar with the FAST acronym for identifying acute stroke symptoms. But a recently expanded version of the acronym can make it easier for those witnessing an acute stroke to identify it in nearly all cases. BE
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