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The Importance of Regular Heart Check-Ups: What You Need to Know

AMS Cardiology

These tests may include: Electrocardiogram (ECG) : Records the electrical activity of your heart. Echocardiogram : Uses sound waves to create images of your heart. Stress test : Assesses your heart’s function under stress. Blood tests : Measure cholesterol levels, blood sugar and other markers of heart health.

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Cryptogenic Stroke

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

A stroke is often a devastating occurrence for several reasons: A stroke can be life threatening and stroke is widely recognised as a leading cause of death worldwide A stroke can be disabling and can destroy a person’s quality of life A stroke can recur and cause more damage/death the next time.

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