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  3. Rate of heart valve disease expected to double by 2040; early diagnosis can save lives
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Published: February 22, 2026

Rate of heart valve disease expected to double by 2040; early diagnosis can save lives

The American Heart Association highlights urgent need for timely detection and treatment on Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day
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