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Ladies: 5 Tips To Prevent Heart Trouble

Heart disease is the number-one killer of women. In fact, nearly 37 percent of all female deaths in America are caused by cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to the American Heart Association.

The good news is that many of the risk factors for heart disease are controllable, so you can help lower your chance of developing CVD. And in many cases, making small life changes can have a big impact.

We've asked five top female cardiologists at BIDMC's CardioVascular Institute to share their tips on what you can do today to protect your heart tomorrow

Above content provided by Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. For advice about your medical care, consult your doctor.

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