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Health Tip: Your Doctor Has Prescribed Cardiac Rehabilitation

Here's how it can help

November 22, 2010 RSS Feed Print

(HealthDay News) -- Cardiac rehabilitation may be just what the doctor ordered if you have heart problems and need to improve your health and well-being.

The U.S. National Heart Lung and Blood Institute says cardiac rehab may help by:

Reducing the risk of another heart attack or stroke.
Reducing the risk of a subsequent heart-related hospital stay.
Helping manage risk factors for heart disease, including high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes.
Promoting healthier lifestyle changes, such as getting regular exercise and eating a healthier diet.
Helping improve overall health and quality of life.