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October 22, 2026

Would You Recognize a Heart Attack?

Heart attacks don’t always look like they do on television. Learn the warning signs you shouldn’t ignore and why protecting your heart begins long before symptoms appear. If you’ve watched enough medical dramas, you probably think you know what a heart attack looks like. Someone suddenly clutches their chest, gasps for air, and collapses while everyone rushes around shouting for a doctor. Hollywood certainly knows how to make an entrance. But in real life, a heart attack doesn’t always come with that kind of drama. Sometimes the symptoms are surprisingly subtle. And that’s part of what makes heart disease so dangerous. People may not recognize what’s happening until precious time has passed. So, would you recognize a heart attack if it happened to you or someone you love? A Heart Attack Isn’t Always What You Expect According to the American Heart Association, chest discomfort is the most common warning sign of a heart attack. But it doesn’t always feel like a sharp, crushing pain. Some people describe pressure, squeezing, fullness, or tightness in the center of the chest. The discomfort may last several minutes or disappear and return. And chest discomfort isn’t the only symptom. Other warning signs include: Pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw, or stomach Shortness of breath, even without chest discomfort Breaking out in a cold sweat Nausea or lightheadedness Unusual weakness or fatigue Some heart attacks begin suddenly and intensely. Others develop more gradually, with symptoms that are easy to…

Life’s Greatest Adventures Don’t Come With an Expiration Date Adrienne Barbeau has spent more than six decades entertaining audiences on Broadway, television, and film. And at 81, the legendary actress has no intention of slowing down. From originating the role of Rizzo in the Broadway production of Grease to playing Bea Arthur’s daughter Carol on the groundbreaking…

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Heart attacks don’t always look like they do on television. Learn the warning signs you shouldn’t ignore and why protecting your heart begins long before symptoms appear. If you’ve watched enough medical dramas, you probably think you know what a heart attack looks like. Someone suddenly clutches their chest, gasps for air, and collapses while…

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Tony Weaver Jr.: Weirdo, Self-Acceptance & Storytelling

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Everyone likes to vent once-in-a-while when feeling angry or upset because it feels good and it’s a great way to reduce stress…or is it? Although venting sounds good in theory, psychologists claim it doesn’t make you feel any better but might actually make you feel worse! Although experts are uncertain why this happens, they do…

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Finding Your Place and Being Present For more than two decades, Wes Hampton has stood on stages around the world as a member of one of gospel music’s most celebrated groups. As a tenor with the Grammy Award-winning Gaither Vocal Band, Hampton has recorded more than 25 albums with the group and performed as part…

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Ever rolled down the window, cranked up the music and convinced yourself you were now perfectly qualified to drive another two hours? Yeah. Your brain may disagree. Most of us know falling asleep behind the wheel is dangerous. The problem is what happens before that. Fatigue can slow reaction time, affect judgment and make it…

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Supermodel Kim Alexis talks about her remarkable modeling career, faith, family, giving back and finding purpose in life’s next chapter.

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For years, creatine had a certain image. You probably pictured a giant plastic tub sitting beside a gym bag belonging to a 22-year-old guy who spends an impressive amount of time looking at his biceps in the mirror. But creatine has grown up. Researchers are increasingly interested in what this familiar sports supplement may offer…

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Financial stress has a way of showing up uninvited. Sometimes it’s a stack of credit card bills. Sometimes it’s rising living expenses, an unexpected medical bill, a job change, or simply discovering that life costs more than you planned. Whatever the reason, financial pressure has a way of affecting much more than your bank account….

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If you have an active lifestyle, you’ve probably heard the term “electrolytes” more than a few times. Fitness experts are always talking about how important it is to replace electrolytes after a hard workout. But, what exactly are electrolytes and why do you need them? What Are Electrolytes? Did you know that your body conducts…

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Have you ever picked up your phone because you were worried about something happening in the world, only to put it down 30 minutes later feeling considerably worse? Congratulations. Your plan worked perfectly. You’re now much more informed and possibly much more anxious. We live in a time when there is always another headline, another…

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Money has a way of following us everywhere. You can leave work at the office. You can turn off your phone. But it’s considerably harder to turn off the little voice reminding you that the credit card bill is due Tuesday, the car is making that strange noise again, and the refrigerator has suddenly decided…

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