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Heart Healthy In Her 80's

On the 5th of each month we bring you stories about women's heart heath. It's our partnership with Wellmont health system to Live Red for women. MORE
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Heart Attack Reveals Other Heart Issues For Local Woman

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the US, that's why every fifth of the month we "live red" here at WCYB. It's our partnership with Wellmont Health System to keep you informed on the deadly disease. MORE
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Calcium Scores Help Detect Heart Disease Early

On the fifth day of each month WCYB partners with Wellmont Health System to bring you all the facts about women's heart disease. MORE
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Woman Gets Rare Heart Tumor; Sucessfully Recovering

Millions of women die every year from heart disease. That's why we "Go Red" every fifth day of the month here at News 5 WCYB. It's our partnership with Wellmont Health System to raise awareness of women's heart health. MORE
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Go Red: Local Doctor Becomes The Patient

On the 5th day of every month News 5 "goes red". It's part of a campaign to raise awareness about women's heart disease with Wellmont Health System. MORE
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Quick Thinking Saves Woman

A local woman is alive and well thanks to some quick thinking and fast action by EMS and doctors. MORE
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Heart Attack Prevention

Doctors Say Hypertension Can Lead To Heart Disease

Early menopause is what Leslie Lee thought was happening two years ago. "I just started dripping sweat. My back was drenched with sweat. I felt really light headed. My heart just started racing," she said. MORE
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Woman Has Weight Loss Surgery for Heart Health

Sue Frye has endured her share of health-related hardships. After surviving breast cancer, her body told her something else was wrong. MORE

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Family History Affects Heart Disease Risk

A local mother is feeling better after suffering a heart attack last November, but now she's dealing with heart disease at a young age. MORE
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Open Heart Surgery At 40

For more than a year, News 5 WCYB has told you stories about women's heart health. It's part of our Go Red For Women Campaign with Wellmont Health System to raise awareness about heart disease. MORE
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Disease Prevention With Family Medical History

Do you know your family medical history? That information could save your life when it comes to preventing heart disease. MORE
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Spreading The Word About Heart Health

It's the 5th of the month and that means it's time to talk about heart health. MORE
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Heart Failure Signs And How To Get Help

Barbara Spears is feeling a lot better these days; she's even getting around without a wheelchair. She was diagnosed with heart failure and fluid started building up a while back. MORE

Increasing Heart Disease Risk Awareness

In this month's Go Red for Women story, a local doctor is leading the way to make women aware of heart disease risks. MORE
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Heart Valve Replacement Surgery

On the 5th of each month we team up with Wellmont Medical systems to bring you a story about women's heart health. This month's story is about one woman's heart valve replacement surgery. MORE
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Vest Helps Woman Dance Again

This month's Go Red For Women story is about a dancer in Kingsport who is still dancing with a heart condition. MORE
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Go Red For Women Campaign Continues

Today is November 5th and on the fifth of every month we bring you a story about women's heart health. MORE

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Common Disease In Our Region Often Goes Undiagnosed

Peripheral Artery Disease affects hundred in our region. MORE
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A Woman Receives News That Will Change Her Life Forever

Linda Brewer was on the way to her physician for a pre-op on a hernia. That's when doctors gave her some news that would change her life forever. MORE

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