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Chronic stress is a risk factor for heart disease, and acute stress can trigger heart attacks. Regular yoga or other exercise may help prevent both conditions by releasing stress and strengthening the heart muscle. [AP/Wide World Photos. Reproduced by permission.]

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Heart Disease Congenital Heart Disease Rheumatic Heart Disease Myocardial Infarction (MI) Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Bibliography Internet Resources

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