Getting to Heart Disease Before It Gets to You

The 80% blockage in Deneille Loprete's heart was clear as day on a scan—but you’d never know just by looking at her. Her only symptom was a feeling of heaviness, which she thought was indigestion. After narrowly avoiding a catastrophic heart event, this super mom is encouraging other women to speak up if something feels off.

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