heart disease
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of heart disease
First recorded in 1860–65
Example Sentences
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"I have heart disease, high blood pressure and problems with my eyes," she said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 25, 2026
Between 2020 and May 2026, Comwel ruled that 46 warehouse and delivery workers, including Jang, died of a stroke or heart disease that count as work-related deaths.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Drinking 2-4 cups of caffeinated coffee per day was associated with lower risks of heart disease, heart failure and stroke.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 22, 2026
This could explain why in some studies, decaf coffee is also associated with lower risks of Type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
The patient’s condition and diet and lifestyle put him at serious risk of developing heart disease over the next few years.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
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