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Heart Failure
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•Last Updated: November 20, 2025
Heart failure (HF), also known as congestive heart failure, is a progressive condition that occurs when the heart cannot pump enough blood to oxygenate the tissues in the brain and body. It is typically caused by other heart conditions that change the heart's structure and function. Heart failure is common, and is the leading cause of hospitalization for patients over age 65 in the U.S.
Heart Failure falls under the Cardiovascular Health category.
