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內容簡介 Heart disease kills more people than anything else - not because we don't know how to prevent or treat it, but because most of what cardiologists know never reaches the people who need it most. This book closes that gap. Cardiology 123! Your Heart, Your Health, Explained Simply is a clear, practical guide to understanding your heart and taking control of your cardiovascular health. Written by a practicing cardiologist in plain language (no medical degree required), this book covers everything: how your heart works, what can go wrong, what actually works for prevention and treatment, and what's just hype. Every chapter uses a simple framework - does this treatment help you live longer, feel better, both, or neither? - so you can evaluate any medication, procedure, or lifestyle change your doctor recommends. The book includes practical checklists, a conversation framework for your next doctor's visit, medication and lifestyle hierarchies ranked by benefit, and dedicated chapters on women's heart health, pregnancy, men's health, LGBTQ+ heart health, and longevity. Whether you've been diagnosed with a heart condition, you're caring for someone who has, or you're healthy and want to stay that way, this book gives you the tools to make informed decisions. Not a replacement for your doctor - but the knowledge you need to have better conversations with them.