Ask a Doc: The facts on coronary artery disease Coronary artery disease is a build-up of plaque in the arteries Check out this story on azcentral.com: http://azc.cc/2hyStbu Answer: Coronary artery disease is a build-up of plaque in the arteries, which restricts the flow of oxygen-rich blood and nutrients to the heart. The build-up of plaque could rupture, resulting in a heart attack or sudden cardiac death.
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Appreciation: Fisher’s greatest moments came off-screen
The former ‘Star Wars’ actress, daughter of actress Debbie Reynolds and singer Eddie Fisher, best-selling author and activist died at age 60. The former ‘Star Wars’ actress, daughter of actress Debbie Reynolds and singer Eddie Fisher, best-selling author and activist died at age 60. Singer Eddie Fisher and wife Debbie Reynolds cuddle their two youngsters, 4-month-old Todd, left, and 19-month-old Carrie. Carrie played Princess Leia in “Star Wars” films and later wrote books about her fight against drug and alcohol addiction.