heart disease

noun

: an abnormal condition of the heart or of the heart and circulation (such as coronary heart disease, arrhythmia, or heart-valve defect)

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But other studies show that hormone therapy — particularly when taken over age 60 — has no cardiovascular benefit at all or may even increase heart disease risk. — Mara Gordon, NPR, 7 Aug. 2026 Studies have linked regular bean consumption with a lower risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and obesity, which may contribute to a longer life expectancy. — Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Additionally, a healthy diet, regular movement, adequate sleep, and stress management can reduce hot flashes, improve sleep, and lower the risk of heart disease. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Eating too much fat gets a bad wrap for its association with heart disease. — Vanessa Caceres, Verywell Health, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for heart disease

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First Known Use

1830, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of heart disease was in 1830

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“Heart disease.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heart%20disease. Accessed 8 Aug. 2026.

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heart disease

noun
: an abnormal condition of the heart or of the heart and blood circulation

Medical Definition

heart disease

noun
: an abnormal condition of the heart or of the heart and circulation (as coronary heart disease, arrhythmia, or heart-valve defect)

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