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What is an Arrhythmia?

What is an Arrhythmia?Has your heart ever skipped a beat or starting beating too fast? You may have experienced an arrhythmia. Tune in now to learn more.

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Mitral Valve Prolapse

Mitral Valve ProlapseHeart trouble may sound like a click away if you have mitral valve prolapse (MVP). But this common misfiring in the heart is seldom serious. Learn what can be done if your MVP is out.

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Your Rights as a Patient

Your Rights as a PatientWhenever you go to a hospital or clinic for a major procedure or diagnostic test, one of the many forms you are given to sign is an "informed consent" form. Many people sign it without much thought. What does "informed consent" mean? Join our panel of legal experts as they clarify this important medical principle.

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Protecting from Infection

Protecting from InfectionGerms are a fact of life and catching an infectious disease like a cold may seem inevitable. But there are simple ways to protect yourself against the spread of disease. Handwashing, keeping up with immunizations, practicing safe sex and sensible food handling are good tools in the war against contagious disease.

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