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Heart attack — not shark attack — almost brings surfer down

November 15th, 2011 - 9:45 am

New imaging technology helps determine cause, treatment for heart symptoms Many surfers fear sharks. But not Mike Politowicz, 45, a seasoned surfer with 30 years of experience. “Surfing is a form of relaxation,” he says.  Relaxation, that is, mixed with … Continue reading →

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Happy Holidays, Happy Heart

December 17th, 2009 - 6:00 am

Ah, the holidays ? a time when most people have added chaos in their lives. Between stressing over finances and the best gifts to buy, fighting traffic at the mall and packing the calendar with parties, it can be the complete opposite … Continue reading →

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“You have been given a life sentence!”

April 14th, 2009 - 5:00 am

Editor’s Note: The following story is from Bob Dimler, a Mayo Clinic patient and participant in the “One Voice” program. I was told these words following a night in the ER where I received superior care/ treatment to determine if … Continue reading →

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