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What is a heart attack? A heart attack, also called a myocardial infarction, is a type of heart disease. It happens when blood flow to the heart suddenly becomes blocked. Without the blood coming in, the heart can't get oxygen. If not treated quickly, the heart muscle begins to die. But if you get quick treatment, you may be able to prevent or limit damage to the heart muscle. That's why it's... https://medlineplus.gov/heartattack.html
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