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Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. Each year, more than half a million Americans die from this disease.
Certain traits, conditions, or habits, known as risk factors, may raise your chance of developing coronary artery disease. You can control most risk factors and help prevent or delay coronary artery disease, but some risk factors can't be controlled.
There are many risk factors for coronary artery disease, and the more you have, the greater your chance of developing the disease.






Women can increase their chances for a healthy pregnancy by eating right, exercising, not smoking, and getting early medical care, says a podcast featuring a National Institutes of Health obstetrician who oversees research on pregnancy and birth






Easy recipe for delicious fruit pops you can make at home.





All Maine kids are at risk for underage drinking. As a parent, there are things you can do in your community to help prevent underage drinking. This checklist can help you get started.