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February 01, 2023
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common inherited heart condition in the world, affecting approximately 1 in 500 people. It causes parts of the heart to thicken, which can make it more d...
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June 21, 2017
Quest for Better Health Leads to a New Outlook on LifeFour years ago, Angelo Campanella was far from the picture of health he is today. Only 53 years old, he weighed close to 400 pounds and had a numb...
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May 31, 2017
By MedStar Health Research Institute
Each year, MedStar Health awards scholarships to approximately 30 first-year Georgetown University medical students in order to pursue research during the summer. For eight weeks, each summ...
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May 29, 2017
By Jeffrey Dubin, MD, Chief Medical Officer
Most people barely notice their hearts beating. And that’s natural. But any noticeable change in the heartbeat should be concerning. Heart palpitations can be a sign of a serious condition, but some h...
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May 25, 2017
We are a nation obsessed with caffeine: Cans of caffeinated energy drinks with flashy names line beverage shelves. New coffee shops seem to open every day. Caffeine is added to gum, jelly beans, oatme...
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May 22, 2017
What comes to mind when you think of clinical trials? If you’re like most people, you think of cancer or other longer-term diseases in which people have time to weigh the benefits and risks before sig...
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February 23, 2017Did you take your medication today? 5 tips to help you stick to your medication regimen.