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2.5 billion. No, it's not how old the Earth is. It's the average amount of times the heart beats in a lifetime, according to the American Heart Association. A quick review on this important organ: The ...

Many parents know that their own pulse or heart rate should be within about 60 to 100 beats per minute. Your child, however, may have a higher pulse rate, depending on their age. Because heart rate ...

We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through one of our links. McClatchy newsrooms were not involved in the creation of this content. As you grow older, your health issues can increase, and ...