Is the size of my heart the same as my fist? Separating folklore from fact
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According to the American Heart Association, more than half of U.S. adults are unaware that heart disease is the leading cause of death, even though it has held this position for over a century. This lack of awareness extends to basic facts, including the common misconception: is the size of my heart the same as my fist? The answer is more complex than this old adage suggests.
