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(VIDEO) Country rap musician Colt Ford shares his personal story of surviving a near-fatal heart attack
Marty Velasco Hames
March 11, 2025

It was the evening of April 4, 2024 on a concert stage in Gilbert, Arizona. Colt Ford and his band were performing their signature blend[...]

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Back on Track After Heart Bypass Surgery
Joel Streed
April 12, 2019
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Teamwork, Tenacity at the Heart of Mat Walker’s Recovery
Joel Streed
February 20, 2019
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Embracing Life Wholeheartedly
Joel Streed
February 18, 2019
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Comprehensive Care Makes for a Brighter Future
Joel Streed
February 13, 2019
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Heart Surgery Puts Sarah Bopp Back in the Race
Joel Streed
January 14, 2019
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Feeling Fantastic After Heart Valve Surgery
Joel Streed
December 7, 2018
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Serving the Underserved in Bolivia
Joel Streed
October 23, 2018
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The Heartbeat Goes on for Dave Andros After Cardiac Arrest
Joel Streed
August 1, 2018
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Full-Spectrum Care for a Complex Heart Condition
Joel Streed
June 27, 2018
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Routine Checkup Leads to Lifesaving Heart Surgery
Joel Streed
June 13, 2018
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A Healthier Heart and Renewed Zest for Life After Bariatric Surgery
Joel Streed
May 18, 2018
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Settling on a Steady Heart Rhythm
Joel Streed
April 9, 2018

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