heart disease
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of heart disease
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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Growing older brings a higher risk of serious illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, and dementia.
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High blood pressure is rising, and experts say it will dramatically increase heart disease among women in the coming decades.
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It’s further evidence of worsening health among younger U.S. adults—including deaths from conditions traditionally tied to aging, such as heart disease and cancer.
Long-lasting, low-grade inflammation is known to contribute to many conditions associated with aging, including heart disease, frailty, and cognitive decline.
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Such eating patterns have repeatedly been associated with lower risks of heart disease and stroke, type 2 diabetes, and obesity.
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