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Chest pain 
Lists possible conditions that can cause this symptom, discusses when to consult a physician, and suggests ways to manage the pain based on the underlying cause.
Source: Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec (MSSS)
Heart attack 
Presents the causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Includes suggestions on a heart healthy lifestyle to follow after a heart attack.
Source: Ministère de la Santé et des Services sociaux du Québec (MSSS)
Nitrates (nitroglycerin) 
Discusses the purpose of this heart medication, how it is taken, possible drug interactions, common side effects and recommended lifestyle changes.
Source: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (HSFC)
From: Heart disease
What is coronary artery disease? 
Highlights complications of this common form of heart disease. Discusses causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment choices for coronary artery disease (CAD).
Source: Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (HSFC)
From: Heart disease
Angina (angina pectoris) 
Provides an overview of this condition, and includes information about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and management. Suggests ways to improve or prevent worsening of the blood and oxygen supply to the heart.
Source: Capital Health (Edmonton)
What is angina? 
Discusses what causes this chest pain or discomfort, looks at other symptoms associated with angina, and identifies the two main types: stable angina and unstable angina.
Source: Capital Health (Edmonton)
From: Heart school
Patient information on angina 
Discusses what angina is, what causes it, classic symptoms, and other symptoms more specific to women. Includes exercise advice, management information, and educational videos.
Source: Capital Health (Edmonton)
From: Heart school
Determining whether angina is stable or unstable 
Explains how angina occurs and the difference between stable and unstable angina. Includes a chart showing how a doctor can differentiate between both types of angina based on answers to a set of typical questions.
Source: British Columbia Ministry of Health
Heart attack and unstable angina: surgery 
Describes situations where coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery is beneficial in the treatment of a heart attack.
Source: British Columbia Ministry of Health
Heart attack and unstable angina: treatment overview 
Describes the initial treatments that may be given by health professionals when a heart attack is occurring and the tests and treatments administered during a hospital stay. Outlines complications that may occur as a result of damage to the heart muscle.
Source: British Columbia Ministry of Health
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