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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 22, 2016
As the weather gets warmer, getting back in shape can be easier with lots of fun outdoor activities from which to choose—whether walking, biking, swimming, or golf. Many common summer ‘chores’ also c...
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June 20, 2016
By MedStar Health Research Institute
Baby Boomers at Risk for this Silent Disease Most people who have hepatitis C, a viral infection of the liver, have no symptoms until the disease has caused significant liver damage. That’s why it’s i...
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February 23, 2016Shingles is a painful and serious illness that affects nearly 1M people in the US each year. Understanding risks and symptoms can help with prevention.
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January 07, 2016Physicians are spreading the word about the growing local incidence of Chagas disease, a parasitic infection that can damage the heart.
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September 02, 2015
An inaccurate diagnosis at another hospital almost cost Steven Jones his life. Fortunately, his wife, medical director of Washington Cancer Institute at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, knew ...