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MARIA'S STORY
While I was pregnant with my third child at age 32, I started experiencing complications with my pregnancy. Unfortunately, my OBGYN failed to diagnose my early symptoms as heart disease. After I went back to the hospital and saw another doctor I was shocked to learn that I was having a massive heart attack. The doctors couldn't identify what caused or triggered my heart attack.
I'm under a physician's care and see a cardiologist regularly. Since the heart attack, I try to walk at least four miles a day and avoid foods high in cholesterol, salt, sugar, and fat. I know how important heart health is and so I try to pass this knowledge and healthy lifestyle on to my kids.
This experience has changed the way I look at life—and I live one day at a time now. I've reprioritized things in my life to focus on taking care of my family and myself. I recognize the importance of loved ones.
The Heart Truth has played a major role in my recovery. I've relied on the campaign's resources—especially the Web site—to learn facts about women and heart disease.
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