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    Your Guide to Medical Records

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    The Ice Bucket Challenge – for the Heart?

    Yes, sudden exposure to cold water (not unlike the Ice Bucket Challenge) can stop the racing heartbeat caused by supraventricular tachycardia. Learn more about SVT and how ice water can “shock” the heart back into a normal rhythm.

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    Energy Drinks & the Heart:
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    Get the Most Out of Your Health Insurance


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  • Understand Adult Congenital Heart Disease

    Children who are born with congenital heart problems grow up to be adults with heart issues. Growing up doesn’t simply mean that you “outgrow” heart issues. Due to continuing improvements in heart surgery and medical treatments, there are now more adults living with the heart conditions they were born with than children living with congenital heart disease. The transition from being a child to an adult with congenital heart disease can be complicated, but it is essential to continue effective and comprehensive heart care throughout life.

    What Is It?

    • Life As an Adult with Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)

    Symptoms

    • Pulmonary Regurgitation: When the Pulmonary Valve Leaks

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  • Common Congenital Conditions in Adulthood

    • Congenital Aortic Stenosis
    • D-Transposition of the Great Arteries
    • L-Transposition of the Great Arteries
    • Pulmonary Regurgitation: When the Pulmonary Valve Leaks
    • Tetralogy of Fallot 

  • Congenital Heart Disease & the Healthcare System

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    Genetic Testing for Congenital Heart Disease

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    Continuing Care as an Adult with Congenital Heart Disease

    Fontan Procedure, Single Ventricle

    Medications for Treatment of Congenital Heart Disease (CHD)

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  • Living an Active, Healthy Life

    Living with Congenital Heart Disease: Choosing Good Daily Habits

    Physical Activity & Adults with Congenital Heart Disease

    Physical Limitations & Adult Congenital Heart Disease

    Pregnancy & Congenital Heart Disease

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    Employment Considerations for Adults with Congenital Heart Disease

    Living with Congenital Heart Disease:
    College & Career Training

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    Aortic Dissection: A Rare, Dangerous Condition that Can Mimic a Heart Attack

    Finding Affordable Health Insurance

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    Know Your Meds Worksheet

    SecondsCount Manage Your Meds Checklist

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    Lauren Gray - Born “Blue” But Now Living a Healthy, Colorful Life

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