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  • Ask our physician
    My physician told me that I have blockages in my arteries. He's referred me to Deborah Heart and Lung Center, but said that I might need intervention or surgery, depending on the severity of the problem. What’s the difference between intervention and surgery? —John T., Toms River
  • A grand opening
    The Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate at Deborah Heart and Lung Center This new program offers the latest in treatment, education and management for patients with diabetes.
  • Deborah’s a Top 50 Hospital!
    Deborah Heart and Lung Center has been named one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by Thomson Reuters in a study of more than 1,000 hospitals.
  • Hope for severe asthma sufferers
    Millions of Americans suffer from asthma, a lung problem characterized by swelling and narrowing in the airways, leading to wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness and coughing.
  • Deborah’s hybrid OR
    Deborah Heart and Lung Center’s new planned hybrid operating room (OR), scheduled to open in 2012 with state-of the- art technology, will offer our patients advanced care surgical options.
  • Cold weather comfort food
    Whether you’re watching the big football game or unwinding after a day sledding with your kids, these healthy recipes are sure to keep you feeling in the spirit of the season.
  • Stay sharp!
    Have you ever walked into a room and then suddenly forgot why you entered? Memory loss can be troubling, especially if you have a family history of Alzheimer’s disease or other types of dementia.
  • Deborah specialists in your community!
    Want to see Deborah Heart and Lung Center specialists closer to home? Now you can.
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  • Got pre-diabetes? If your doctor has told you that you have pre-diabetes, consider it as glass-half-full news instead of all-bad news.
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  • What's that murmur? When your healthcare provider listens to your heartbeat, one of the things he or she is looking for is a heart murmur, an extra or odd sound that may be due to heart valve problems or congenital heart defects (a heart defect you were born with).
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  • The rush on energy drinks Remember the days when a quick pick-me-up meant you reached for a cup of coffee or a candy bar?
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  • Aspirin: The cure-all in your medicine cabinet? Wouldn't it be great if you could take a pill that would reduce your risk of heart attack, cancer and stroke?
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In the News
  • Make your favorite recipes heart-healthy A steaming bowl of fettuccine Alfredo for dinner followed by your mom's famous gooey chocolate chip cookies for dessert—your favorite guilty-pleasure meal.
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  • Preventing weight gain: More than just fruits and veggies Fruits and vegetables are great for your health.
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  • Sleep apnea treatment could boost heart health For people who suffer from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment is often the answer to a good night's sleep.
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  • Short, intense exercise best for diabetes Those who have type 2 diabetes but struggle with making time to exercise may want to check this out:
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