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Poor diet. Lack of exercise. Genetics. Extra pounds. Everyone knows these are contributing factors to developing cardiac issues, but you might be surprised to learn that loneliness can also lead to heart disease.

We spoke with Amanda Vest, MD from the CardioVascular Center at Tufts Medical Center about what doctors have learned so far about the connection between COVID-19 and pre-existing heart conditions.

Animals are known to improve our mood and help calm us down. Learn more about pets and heart health from Dr. Brian Downey at Tufts MC.

Can cold temperatures cause heart issues? We asked Clinical Nursing Director of Tufts MC's Cardiac Catherization Lab to explain more.