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(20-Jun-2017) Cardiologists call the results 'exciting,' but stress that only research in humans can confirm the findings |
(20-Jun-2017) But the connection was only seen with certain types of the cholesterol-lowering drugs |
(15-Jun-2017) Eating them can reduce your risk of heart disease as effectively as statins, heart experts say |
(30-May-2017) It's possible, but hard work in today's 'Western' culture, study finds |
(25-May-2017) Two trials show promise for non-statin approach to heart health |
(22-May-2017) Weight-lifters using the synthetic hormones have lower pumping capacity, study finds |
(15-May-2017) But heart experts note that screening sooner can help some patients make lifestyle changes early in the game |
(10-May-2017) High blood pressure, smoking in teens tied to worse mental functioning at mid-life, study finds |
(05-May-2017) Study found lighting up occasionally as damaging to blood vessel health as regular smoking |
(02-May-2017) Patients more likely to receive repair than replacement from the most experienced surgeons, study finds |
(01-May-2017) Study found it was linked to longer, disease-free life |
(24-Apr-2017) Obesity steals the most years of all, researchers say |
(19-Apr-2017) Greater education is needed on the lifesaving benefits of 'high-intensity' treatment, researchers say |
(18-Apr-2017) Doctors, patients often confused by differing advisories on the cholesterol-lowering drugs |
(11-Apr-2017) Survey found they know it raises heart risks, but are confused, discouraged about how to lower it |
(11-Apr-2017) Dementia expert says take up heart-healthy habits sooner rather than later |
(10-Apr-2017) Researchers cite rise in blood pressure and diabetes, but one specialist questions the findings |
(07-Apr-2017) Overtreatment may lead to excess worry and worse outcomes, report says |
(06-Apr-2017) Exercise and other lifestyle adjustments should be tried first, Consumer Reports advises |
(03-Apr-2017) These factors linked to patients' greater use of cholesterol and blood pressure-lowering drugs |
(28-Mar-2017) Heart expert explains the difference between good and bad types |
(20-Mar-2017) Individualized scans of the arteries may be a better means of spotting patients at risk, researchers say |
(17-Mar-2017) Days spent hunting, farming and eating unprocessed foods keeps their arteries clear, researcher says |
(13-Mar-2017) Foods to eat, and those to avoid |
(09-Mar-2017) Study found that weight did not affect life span as much as quality of life |
(09-Mar-2017) But that doesn't mean the excess weight is harmless, researchers say |
(08-Mar-2017) Study found younger patients had low levels of HDL 'good' cholesterol |
(23-Feb-2017) Or is the link the other way around? Study finds a connection, but cause-and-effect isn't clear |
(22-Feb-2017) Study found black seniors at higher risk for subsequent attack compared to whites |
(22-Feb-2017) Diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking may set you up for Alzheimer's, research suggests |
(15-Feb-2017) Heart disease is leading cause of death in U.S., but many don't know they have it |
(14-Feb-2017) Blocked arteries can restrict blood flow to the legs, feet, kidneys -- even brain, specialists say |
(14-Feb-2017) American Heart Association estimates that nearly half of Americans will have heart disease in less than 20 years |
(08-Feb-2017) Even small amount in 30s, 40s appears to boost the odds, study finds |
(07-Feb-2017) Too few Americans aware of modifiable heart disease risk factors, such as blood pressure and weight |
(03-Feb-2017) Don't ignore chest pain and seek medical attention immediately, heart specialists say |
(30-Jan-2017) Whether taking them results in fewer heart attacks and strokes isn't yet known, researcher says |
(26-Jan-2017) And heart disease remains the nation's leading killer |
(24-Jan-2017) The supplements linked to muscle pain, other adverse effects similar to statins |
(10-Jan-2017) In just 10 weeks, cholesterol, blood pressure and weight improved among women in study |
(04-Jan-2017) Guidelines suggest the meds could help ward off heart trouble, but too many people are missing out, study finds |
(14-Dec-2016) Study finds tracking people's activity with the devices is cheaper, more reliable that conventional methods |
(30-Nov-2016) Eliminating trans fats from the U.S. diet may be one factor in this healthy trend, CDC researchers say |
(18-Nov-2016) One hospital reported 3 times more heart admissions after the 2005 storm compared to before |
(15-Nov-2016) Injectable drugs could provide major advance in heart-disease prevention, researchers say |
(14-Nov-2016) Researchers chalk it up to better meds, prevention efforts |
(09-Nov-2016) Increased doses reduced death risk in those with existing heart disease |
(31-Oct-2016) Studies find bike users have fewer heart attacks, lower blood pressure |
(31-Oct-2016) Lifestyle appears more important than the HDL number, study suggests |
(26-Oct-2016) People with familial hypercholesterolemia have higher risk of heart attack before 40, researchers say |
(17-Oct-2016) Doctors, patients should be aware of risky combinations, heart group says |
(27-Sep-2016) Dietary changes, other meds and even surgery also can help lower cholesterol levels, study finds |
(07-Sep-2016) Being overweight ups odds for most prevalent form of attack, but may slightly lower chances for another type |
(29-Aug-2016) While number of cancer drugs rose, development of new heart medicines stalled, study finds |
(17-Aug-2016) Study finds people who are active and eat well have fewer brain effects linked to the disease |
(09-Aug-2016) Panel does recommend screening kids for obesity starting at age 6 |
(03-Aug-2016) 'Danger zone' for women earlier than thought, study finds |
(01-Aug-2016) But it does raise diabetes risk, research with twins found |
(25-Jul-2016) Study suggests need for better management of other health problems |
(19-Jul-2016) Risk factors improved after just 10 days of sugar restriction, study finds |
(18-Jul-2016) High blood pressure is the most important controllable risk factor |
(14-Jul-2016) Getting hypertension, cholesterol under control could be key to avoiding later dementia, too, study finds |
(05-Jul-2016) High levels of animal-based saturated fats were tied to earlier death, unsaturated fats seem healthier |
(05-Jul-2016) Study found Americans who ate the most grains, dairy and livestock products had more health issues |
(30-Jun-2016) Untreated, the condition also makes arteries age decades faster, study reports |
(30-Jun-2016) Heart disease tends to develop earlier than it does in women, researchers say |
(29-Jun-2016) Obesity, diabetes epidemics may be to blame, doctors say |
(20-Jun-2016) Driving cholesterol down to very low levels produced no extra benefit |
(16-Jun-2016) Canadian study highlights a potential opportunity to improve public health |
(15-Jun-2016) Better control of risk factors such as smoking, high blood pressure likely behind the change |
(24-May-2016) Study found 3 months of exposure linked to higher cholesterol levels, especially for those with diabetes |
(17-May-2016) Former Super Bowl MVP focuses on daily exercise and limiting red meat, salty foods |
(25-Apr-2016) But it's not clear if they could reduce symptoms more or help you live longer than your doctor can |
(07-Apr-2016) Study cites smoking, body fat, exercise, blood pressure among factors to pay attention to |
(28-Mar-2016) Fatal strokes seven times more likely if drugs to control blood pressure, cholesterol aren't taken as prescribed |
(16-Mar-2016) Study found seniors who met more heart-healthy goals showed less decline in thinking skills |
(14-Mar-2016) Researchers say finding shows early treatment is important to avert heart attack |
(09-Mar-2016) Traditional Chinese exercises might reduce depression, improve quality of life for heart patients |
(09-Mar-2016) High blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and depression among common co-existing conditions |
(03-Mar-2016) The one possible exception: people who take sleeping pills for insomnia, researchers say |
(19-Feb-2016) Eating better, exercising and managing cholesterol can help reduce your risks |
(16-Feb-2016) Research also finds other dietary cholesterol doesn't appear to up heart disease risk |
(09-Feb-2016) But obesity still rose and physical activity remained the same, study showed |
(04-Feb-2016) Authors warn against using body size as sole measure of good health, but other experts cite risks of too much weight |
(13-Jan-2016) They wear out faster but don't carry the clotting risks that metal valves do, research shows |
(22-Dec-2015) Steps include controlling blood pressure and cholesterol |
(21-Dec-2015) Not enough evidence to recommend for or against checking everyone under 20, expert panel says |
(16-Dec-2015) Heart attack and stroke are leading causes of death worldwide, too, report finds |
(10-Dec-2015) Rates are much higher in obese children versus normal-weight, agency notes |
(08-Dec-2015) Risk doubles for high cholesterol and blood pressure, but danger to any one child is low, findings suggest |
(07-Dec-2015) American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines reflect concerns about obesity, suicide |
(04-Dec-2015) Those who felt useful to others were 20 percent less likely to die during study period |
(03-Dec-2015) Only half who should are using medications to help prevent heart disease |
(01-Dec-2015) Many don't meet targets, and expert says even those targets aren't good enough to prevent heart attacks |
(25-Nov-2015) Don't forget to take your meds with you when you travel, expert says |
(25-Nov-2015) Risk of sudden cardiac death was still higher, decades after women had lost the pounds, study found |
(09-Nov-2015) Up to two-thirds of those who could benefit from statins aren't getting them, researchers say |
(09-Nov-2015) Study shows evidence of cardiac scarring often appearing on scans, even if no attack was reported |
(09-Nov-2015) Cooperation is key to program's success, but benefits were modest, study finds |
(09-Nov-2015) Less than 6 percent of adults tracked in long-running research are keeping critical risk factors at bay |
(26-Oct-2015) Younger women less likely than men to be warned of risk, get same treatments or survive after heart attack |
(16-Oct-2015) Chronic inflammation could explain possible connection, researchers theorize |
(16-Oct-2015) HDL cholesterol seems to change, and might encourage plaque build-up, research suggests |
(16-Oct-2015) Study found optimists more likely to take meds, exercise and eat healthy |
(14-Oct-2015) Harvard doctors argue for and against this medical ritual |
(12-Oct-2015) People who process alcohol slowly also saw improvements in blood sugar levels, study says |
(09-Oct-2015) Lack of knowledge can affect outcomes, chances of second strokes, survey authors say |
(30-Sep-2015) Study finds heavier boys face even greater odds of future trouble |
(23-Sep-2015) Having the jitters may undercut some of the negative effects of prolonged sitting, British study contends |
(23-Sep-2015) Those found naturally in dairy, meat products may help, while low levels of artificial trans fats might not hurt |
(22-Sep-2015) Patients who got reminders on healthy living saw improvements in cholesterol, blood pressure, weight |
(10-Sep-2015) But finding does not prove certain intestinal bacteria determine size of one's waistline |
(09-Sep-2015) More with insurance may lead to better treatment of high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes |
(28-Aug-2015) A leading cause of heart disease |
(12-Aug-2015) But clear link seen between trans fats and heart troubles, early death |
(11-Aug-2015) New recommendations note these adolescents not recognized as high-risk group |
(29-Jul-2015) But it's not yet ready for standard care |
(27-Jul-2015) For people at risk of heart attack or stroke |
(24-Jul-2015) Praluent for people with prior history of heart attack or stroke who've already tried a statin |
(10-Jul-2015) Salt, cholesterol consumption higher at sit-down restaurants, researchers find |
(06-Jul-2015) Noninvasive look at arteries may benefit people without obvious heart symptoms |
(24-Jun-2015) Risk factors include poor diet and exercise habits |
(24-Jun-2015) And two-thirds who are aware don't get treatment for condition that raises risk of heart disease |
(18-Jun-2015) Medications may cost as much as $12,000 per person each year |
(15-Jun-2015) Food companies will likely need to petition government before using partially hydrogenated oils |
(11-Jun-2015) Trials show they slash levels of 'bad' LDL cholesterol, and could benefit those who don't tolerate statins |
(08-Jun-2015) Review of more than a million patients finds the drugs are no worse for recall than other cholesterol fighters |
(02-Jun-2015) People taking a statin had lower risk of dying in weeks after the heart surgery, researchers say |
(28-May-2015) Rates may even be higher, and experts warn that too little daily activity can cause serious harm |
(20-May-2015) Fewer unhealthy signs are needed before black women's risk starts to rise, study finds |
(20-May-2015) Statins and fibrates both drop chances by about one-third, study suggests |
(19-May-2015) Metabolic syndrome, which includes high blood pressure and obesity, increases with age, researchers say |
(14-May-2015) Watch fat content, too |
(11-May-2015) Regular physical activity seems to put off age-related increases in men by up to 15 years |
(07-May-2015) About one-quarter have high levels of this heart-disease related blood fat, but experts say many people still at risk |
(01-May-2015) Small reduction seen with cholesterol-lowering drugs, but study couldn't prove cause-and-effect link |
(27-Apr-2015) If approved, medications could be used by people who don't respond to statins |
(20-Apr-2015) New American Heart Association guidelines outline health care strategies for these patients |
(06-Apr-2015) Analysis finds 483,500 people aged 17 to 21 would get a cholesterol drug, based on NIH advisory |
(20-Mar-2015) Less than one-third of antioxidant makes it to where it's needed |
(05-Mar-2015) Large Finnish study found a nearly 50 percent increase in people taking cholesterol-lowering drugs |
(04-Mar-2015) People who followed it closely were 47 percent less likely to develop disease |
(03-Mar-2015) Eaten regularly, they might boost chances as much as 68 percent, study finds |
(02-Mar-2015) Study found half had high blood pressure, half had high cholesterol and 15 percent were diabetic |
(26-Feb-2015) About 1 in 5 patients taking cholesterol-lowering drugs doesn't benefit, researchers find |
(13-Jan-2015) Excess weight likely a big factor, but other conditions also appear to matter |
(13-Jan-2015) Better screening, control of high cholesterol and blood pressure cut deaths and hospitalizations, study finds |
(05-Jan-2015) Very heavy people slip into poor health over time, researchers find |
(23-Dec-2014) New guidelines from the American Diabetes Association recommend greater statin use |
(23-Dec-2014) Intensive procedures ordered less often, survival rates higher during cardiology conferences, study found |
(22-Dec-2014) Use of clarithromycin along with the cholesterol-lowering meds had higher risk of side effects |
(16-Dec-2014) Review found those who took yoga classes saw improvements in blood pressure, cholesterol, weight |
(05-Dec-2014) Fewer than one in 10 forgot their daily dose after cellphone prompt, study says |
(05-Dec-2014) But benefits of cholesterol-lowering drugs outweigh risks, experts say |
(28-Nov-2014) Offer plenty of fruit and veggies |
(24-Nov-2014) Many eligible for cholesterol-lowering drugs based on age alone, study finds |
(20-Nov-2014) But researchers add that eating behaviors mothers pass on might play greater role than genetics |
(17-Nov-2014) Mental stress test shows blood flow reduction among younger women compared to men and seniors, researchers report |
(17-Nov-2014) Study found this combination drug dropped 'bad' LDL levels |
(17-Nov-2014) New medicine might help those who can't tolerate commonly used statins |
(12-Nov-2014) Rare genetic variation appears to cut the risk of heart attack in half, study reports |
(06-Nov-2014) As 'good' cholesterol goes up, odds of heart disease, stroke go down |
(04-Nov-2014) Finding suggests even if blood vessels aren't blocked, heart attack risk still increases significantly |
(17-Oct-2014) People who ate out a lot also had worse cholesterol levels than those who dined at home |
(16-Oct-2014) Sunflower oil linked to better cholesterol readings, study finds |
(10-Oct-2014) But expert doesn't recommend taking statins to prevent recurrence |
(03-Oct-2014) Women with this form of arthritis are more susceptible, researchers say |
(01-Oct-2014) Lifestyle changes could make big difference for people with a genetic risk, researchers say |
(09-Sep-2014) Researchers found the earlier they were given, the less arteries hardened in adulthood |
(02-Sep-2014) But researchers say exercise, education may help overcome deficiencies |
(26-Aug-2014) Task force guidelines could apply to half of U.S. adults |
(18-Aug-2014) Lifestyle changes, wider use of medications driving the trend, researchers say |
(05-Aug-2014) But long-term use of statins may raise odds of diabetes among people with risk factors, experts say |
(04-Aug-2014) Taking cholesterol-lowering drugs was linked to a 29 percent reduction in risk of cancer death in study |
(17-Jul-2014) Researchers found more signs of thickening in neck arteries of these women during mid-life |
(04-Jul-2014) But research is still preliminary, experts say |
(03-Jul-2014) Young adults who adopt healthier lifestyle can cut their heart disease risk, researchers say |
(04-Jun-2014) They still have an increased likelihood of heart attack, death, researchers found |
(05-May-2014) Study found that less that 4 percent had their blood levels tested, countering recent guidelines |
(30-Apr-2014) Study found even with normal blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels, the obese had more artery plaque |
(25-Apr-2014) Doctors need to re-emphasize importance of healthy diet to patients, researcher says |
(15-Apr-2014) Deaths from stroke also fell in the 8-year study from England |
(07-Apr-2014) Review of 26 studies finds one serving per day tied to healthier arteries, especially in men |
(03-Apr-2014) Thought to be a modern malady, it was as prevalent in ancient times as it is today, study suggests |
(31-Mar-2014) Study of 6th-graders links greater strength to lower risk for heart disease |
(31-Mar-2014) Whether it also prevents heart attacks and strokes isn't known yet, experts say |
(27-Mar-2014) Tendency to eat more, exercise less when it's cold and snowy outside may explain trend |
(27-Mar-2014) Study found hospitalizations for heart disease, stroke dipped after Michigan passed workplace smoking ban |
(27-Mar-2014) Study found kids in special program had lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, weighed less in their 30s |
(19-Mar-2014) Biggest jump in cholesterol-lowering drugs would be among men over 60, study estimates |
(16-Mar-2014) Daily exercise, fruits and veggies, not smoking all help, cardiologist says |
(06-Mar-2014) Researchers report it was independently associated with higher risk of heart disease, diabetes |
(25-Feb-2014) Study looked at circumstances of firefighters who died on the job |
(24-Feb-2014) HIV screening also recommended under revised American Academy of Pediatrics guidelines |
(15-Feb-2014) Cardiologist offers advice to lower your risk of heart disease |
(12-Feb-2014) Almost two-thirds of those enrolled in health plans have been properly treated, but more must be done |
(11-Feb-2014) Many are not taking steps to change their lifestyle and protect their heart |
(10-Feb-2014) When combined with other cholesterol-lowering treatments, they could be as good as high-dose statins alone |
(06-Feb-2014) Pregnancy, childbirth, female hormones can all influence lifelong risk, experts say |
(04-Feb-2014) Study found no effect, but longer-term trials may be needed to see a benefit, experts add |
(04-Feb-2014) Firefighters who followed it most closely saw less weight gain, lower risk of heart trouble |
(24-Jan-2014) Study finds slow fetal development linked to later cardiovascular problems |
(02-Jan-2014) Angelina Jolie's double mastectomy, new heart care guidelines also made headlines |
(02-Dec-2013) Study found variation tied to increased fats in the blood |
(02-Dec-2013) Researchers weigh results of 8 studies, find excess pounds raise death risk over time |
(20-Nov-2013) Researchers found greater odds of developing heart conditions, diabetes despite lack of symptoms |
(18-Nov-2013) In early studies, injections lowered cholesterol and blood pressure in animals |
(13-Nov-2013) But experts question whether people responding to Harris/HealthDay poll understand broader impact |
(13-Nov-2013) Recommendations focus on patient risk factors rather than cholesterol numbers, experts say |
(07-Nov-2013) But it might have a future as a weight-loss drug, results suggest |
(31-Oct-2013) Doctors, patients share responsibility for preventing and treating co-occurring conditions, experts say |
(29-Oct-2013) Study of Swedish seniors found a reduced death risk of up to 30 percent |
(24-Oct-2013) However, total cholesterol remains too high and screening rates too low, experts say |
(04-Oct-2013) 'Toxic' stress takes physical toll, study says |
(03-Oct-2013) If proven safe, effective in larger studies, ALN-PCS might someday be used with or instead of statins, researchers say |
(02-Oct-2013) Study finds statins reduce gum inflammation |
(01-Oct-2013) But even with new study, jury's still out on safety of cholesterol-lowering drugs |
(19-Sep-2013) Your age, weight are factors |
(19-Sep-2013) But heart benefits of these drugs are significant, expert says |
(03-Sep-2013) It appears to improve blood fat levels and may aid weight loss, researchers report |
(27-Aug-2013) They're far more prone to heart attacks than women, study found |
(20-Aug-2013) Higher albumin levels in urine tests point to kidney and heart trouble in blacks more than whites, study finds |
(24-Jul-2013) Stopping cholesterol-lowering drug could raise odds of the disease, researchers suggest |
(23-Jul-2013) Same link not seen in men, researchers report, although they're not sure why |
(16-Jul-2013) Study strengthens link between excess pounds and cardiovascular troubles |
(10-Jul-2013) Chances of disease were higher than when fat was in other parts of the body, researchers report |
(09-Jul-2013) Study found whites, Asians more affected than blacks, Hispanics |
(01-Jul-2013) Unnecessary screenings contribute to rising U.S. health costs, study suggests |
(28-Jun-2013) Study found those who suffered disorder were more likely to run into heart trouble, even after accounting for lifestyle factors |
(27-Jun-2013) Antidepressants and painkillers among the medicines most widely prescribed |
(25-Jun-2013) But study of overweight patients found lifestyle changes may prevent complications such as kidney failure, eye damage |
(19-Jun-2013) Advocates say AMA's move will boost resources to fight weight-gain epidemic, but others question decision |
(17-Jun-2013) Harmful effects in older patients include muscle, kidney damage, researchers say |
(04-Jun-2013) It reduces symptoms of type 2 diabetes, studies found, but surgical risks exist |
(03-Jun-2013) But heart benefits of statins outweigh risks, expert says |
(24-May-2013) Some popular brands associated with high blood sugar levels in study, but odds of problems are low |
(23-May-2013) Overweight people on cholesterol-lowering drugs saw less fitness improvement than others in small study |
(14-May-2013) Finding might reassure women considering the procedure, researcher says |
(13-May-2013) Prompt recognition and treatment offer best chance of full recovery |
(09-May-2013) American Heart Association cites stress-busting, dog-walking benefits of companion animals |
(08-May-2013) They don't reduce the risk of heart attack, heart failure or death, researchers report |
(07-May-2013) Study finds statin medications tied to lower death risk after nearly 4 years of follow-up |
(01-May-2013) Healthy eating helped men lower bad cholesterol |
(01-May-2013) Yet no clear evidence the program improves diabetes, high-blood pressure, other ills, at least in early years of enrollment |
(16-Apr-2013) Findings suggest a second look at what range is considered normal, researcher says |
(09-Apr-2013) But expert says actual increase is 'modest' and many other factors contribute to disease |
(04-Apr-2013) Distance rather than speed reaps the benefits, researchers say |
(01-Apr-2013) People who quit may do better with different type or dose of cholesterol-lowering drugs |
(22-Mar-2013) Boosting physicians' fitness might have trickle-down effect for entire population, experts say |
(19-Mar-2013) Study authors stress that improved diet, quitting smoking can minimize the odds |
(18-Mar-2013) Healthy lifestyles do double duty against 2 major disease groups, study finds |
(11-Mar-2013) Taking the B vitamin offered no benefit in lowering cardiac deaths or heart attacks, researchers say |
(11-Mar-2013) Ranexa shows effectiveness, especially in patients with poor blood sugar control, study finds |
(11-Mar-2013) Study finds 'hardening of the arteries' widespread throughout history, showing it's not just a modern ill |
(08-Mar-2013) Reasons why it may be performed |
(08-Mar-2013) But viewers who might benefit aren't the ones asking for prescriptions, study suggests |
(07-Mar-2013) Reason for link between teeth, gums and heart health is still unclear, researcher says |
(07-Mar-2013) Brazilian study doesn't necessarily mean that heart attack or stroke risk rises in winter |
(01-Mar-2013) Study found those who did charity work had lower body fat, cholesterol levels than those who didn't |
(28-Feb-2013) This could be a very early signal of cardiovascular issues, Australian researchers say |
(28-Feb-2013) The more calcium inside vessels, the higher the odds for the brain attacks, study found |
(27-Feb-2013) Study found that about one-quarter of participants dropped the vitamin due to adverse effects |
(21-Feb-2013) Experts credit healthier fare at schools, information campaigns for the turnaround |
(15-Feb-2013) But large U.S. government study shows there's a lot of room for improvement to prevent complications |
(07-Feb-2013) Annual celebrity-studded fashion show reminds women heart disease is their No. 1 killer |
(06-Feb-2013) Severe calcium build-up in aortic valve can block blood flow to body |
(06-Feb-2013) Choosing products like safflower oil may be less heart-healthy than believed |
(04-Feb-2013) Study finds higher rates of chronic disease, disability and lower self-rated health |
(01-Feb-2013) Annual event urges Americans to don red to spread awareness of the No. 1 killer |
(30-Jan-2013) Lowered blood pressure, cholesterol levels may be the key, researchers say |
(30-Jan-2013) Kynamro can be used when the body can't eliminate 'bad' cholesterol, FDA says |
(18-Jan-2013) Smoking, high blood pressure especially dangerous for those with subarachnoid hemorrhage |
(18-Jan-2013) These patients less likely to take prescribed medications that could prevent second stroke |
(15-Jan-2013) Study found only high blood pressure was a greater predictor of heart attacks, strokes and blood clots |
(04-Jan-2013) Who's at risk |
(02-Jan-2013) Disorder affects about 1 million in U.S. |
(13-Dec-2012) Older women who lose weight and then regain it may raise their risk of cardiovascular trouble |
(12-Dec-2012) While there's been improvement, Americans still need to get off the couch and eat right |
(03-Dec-2012) Study found patients who ate more vegetables, fruits and fish lowered their chances of heart attack, heart failure, stroke |
(28-Nov-2012) Moderate exercise reduced death risk even without drugs, but not as much |
(28-Nov-2012) Study should put claims of health benefits to rest, experts say |
(12-Nov-2012) Results are similar whether patients eat beforehand or not, experts say |
(07-Nov-2012) Study suggests synthetic version of human relaxin 2 could cut overall death risk |
(07-Nov-2012) Cholesterol-lowering drugs might benefit cancer patients, but more research is needed |
(06-Nov-2012) Eyelid fat deposits, thinning hair seemed to predict cardiovascular woes, study found |
(05-Nov-2012) Study found it lowered LDL cholesterol as well as high doses of statins |
(05-Nov-2012) Not even people with favorable heart history are free of danger, researchers say |
(05-Nov-2012) Study found variations by background; higher rates in Puerto Ricans, lower rates in South Americans |
(05-Nov-2012) Mouse and human trials show nonpharmaceuticals have beneficial effect |
(30-Oct-2012) Blood vessels acted differently after downing of two high-fat servings |
(23-Oct-2012) High blood pressure, high cholesterol are other danger signs for peripheral artery disease in men |
(18-Oct-2012) Patients undergoing angioplasty, stent placement more likely to be overweight, smoke, have high blood pressure |
(16-Oct-2012) CDC study suggests fewer trans fats in diet may have also played a role |
(09-Oct-2012) Fast walking, jogging reduced disease warning signs, but daily stroll did not |
(08-Oct-2012) Risk factors include obesity |
(19-Sep-2012) Mixture of sesame and rice bran oils has heart-healthy effects, preliminary study suggests |
(18-Sep-2012) Diabetes remission, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels noted after 6 years |
(04-Sep-2012) It's possible that other sources of the nutrient could help, researcher says |
(03-Sep-2012) Those with cluster of symptoms did worse on tests, showed brain changes on MRI |
(21-Aug-2012) One releasing biolimus showed better outcomes than bare metal stents |
(21-Aug-2012) But healthy lifestyle lessens the odds of cardiovascular disease, expert says |
(21-Aug-2012) Findings contradict previous reports on possible connection |
(20-Aug-2012) 'Fat and fit' concept may not apply to brain function, research suggests |
(14-Aug-2012) But lifestyle is still more important, experts say |
(07-Aug-2012) But small gains may be offset by obesity crisis, expert warns |
(03-Aug-2012) But nearly half have a predisposing issue such as hypertension, high cholesterol, agency says |
(24-Jul-2012) Researchers found two of three already had one risk factor for cardiovascular trouble |
(23-Jul-2012) Some question supporting evidence and drug-industry ties, but others say guidelines benefit certain children |
(20-Jun-2012) Patients maintained lower weight, improvement in cholesterol levels |
(12-Jun-2012) Women especially reported more fatigue with Pravachol, Zocor |
(22-May-2012) Better control of risk factors, improved care making the difference, CDC says |
(21-May-2012) High 'bad' cholesterol, pre-diabetes or diabetes affect almost one-quarter of teens |
(21-May-2012) But the effect was small and it's too early to recommend the drugs for this purpose, experts say |
(17-May-2012) Even among low-risk patients, cholesterol meds may slash risk for vascular event |
(08-May-2012) Study found that as drives got longer, waistlines expanded and fitness levels dropped |
(04-May-2012) Solution lies in instilling healthy habits, not adding medication, experts say |
(27-Apr-2012) Coding used by health professionals to report problems may not show true picture |
(09-Apr-2012) Lower levels are tied to a nation's wealth, easy access to health care |
(27-Mar-2012) 'Monoclonal antibody' showed promise in small, early study |
(26-Mar-2012) Preliminary study found patients had low LDL cholesterol years before cancer diagnosis |
(21-Mar-2012) Study offers more evidence that measurements from both limbs should become routine |
(21-Mar-2012) Levels of LDL 'bad' cholesterol lowered with no significant side effects, study says |
(19-Mar-2012) Study suggests possible modest effect, but drugs shouldn't be taken for this use, experts say |
(13-Mar-2012) Study finds 5 major patterns of food consumption based on environment, background |
(12-Mar-2012) Researchers contend diets laden with steaks, burgers boost death rates; beef industry disputes claim |
(12-Mar-2012) It's too early to say, but study suggests younger users may gain some benefit |
(29-Feb-2012) Study finds heart patients who take the cholesterol-lowering drugs less apt to be depressed |
(27-Feb-2012) Three-quarters of the costly procedures may be unneeded, researcher reports |
(22-Feb-2012) Researchers say prior tie between homocysteine, cardiovascular woes was due to faulty data |
(20-Feb-2012) Mom-to-be's high blood pressure, diabetes boost risk for cardiovascular disease, study says |
(16-Feb-2012) Experts say new drugs, devices have upped quality of life, life expectancy in past decade |
(14-Feb-2012) Better blood pressure, cholesterol, weight accompanies activity, regardless of sedentary time |
(13-Feb-2012) Study found less damage to small blood vessels in people who ate certain foods |
(07-Feb-2012) Experts say DVTs can strike any immobilized passenger, not just those in economy class |
(03-Feb-2012) Roughly 8 million women in the United States have heart disease, research shows |
(30-Jan-2012) Cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce cardiovascular events, death for both sexes, researchers say |
(27-Jan-2012) Study finds high consumption associated with early signs of diabetes, other health issues |
(25-Jan-2012) No risk factors by middle age is 'the fountain of youth for your heart' |
(13-Jan-2012) Use of generic versions of the cholesterol-lowering drugs in Britain may be a factor, study says |
(09-Jan-2012) But experts say finding shouldn't spur change in guidelines for the cholesterol-lowering drugs |
(22-Dec-2011) Here are some suggestions |
(15-Dec-2011) Comprehensive update shows Americans gaining weight, eating more junk food, exercising less |
(14-Dec-2011) Wearing CPAP mask during sleep improved blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar in study patients |
(01-Dec-2011) Widely used statin drug helps lower bad cholesterol |
(23-Nov-2011) Statins reduce heart risks without raising odds of cancer, other illnesses, research shows |
(18-Nov-2011) Chronic skin condition may be associated with changes in HDL composition, researchers say |
(16-Nov-2011) Good cholesterol, blood pressure levels and more appear to reduce tumor risk, study finds |
(16-Nov-2011) Older males more likely to get preventive medications, researchers say |
(16-Nov-2011) Researchers say type AB raised chance of attack by 26%, but there's no proof of cause-and-effect |
(15-Nov-2011) The vitamin may increase stroke risk, researchers find |
(14-Nov-2011) In early trial, it lowered LDL levels by up to 64 percent |
(09-Nov-2011) While doing so lowers blood pressure, it might raise cholesterol, other risk factors for heart disease |
(24-Oct-2011) Study suggests a link, but more research is needed |
(13-Oct-2011) But certain populations still lag behind trend, especially in the South, experts warn |
(07-Oct-2011) Previously approved meds combined in one tablet |
(05-Oct-2011) Study found lowered risk related to higher levels of 'good' cholesterol |
(14-Sep-2011) Independent risk factor for heart disease, stroke and death, researchers say |
(13-Sep-2011) New program hopes to get more Americans to live healthier lives |
(07-Sep-2011) Findings will result in fewer brain stenting procedures, expert says |
(01-Sep-2011) Obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and other risk factors may be to blame, researchers say |
(29-Aug-2011) Factors that raise your risk |
(17-Aug-2011) But treating both inflammation, factors contributing to heart disease can lower risk, study shows |
(08-Aug-2011) Rate of finding blockage that requires action stretches from 23% to 100% |
(05-Aug-2011) Strategies are needed to protect infected kids from long-term cardiovascular harm, researchers say |
(01-Aug-2011) And the benefits are greater for women than for men, researchers say |
(28-Jul-2011) More than 8 million adults now have the inflammatory joint disease, perhaps linked to rising obesity rates |
(27-Jul-2011) But complication rate was relatively high and FDA approval may be years away, researchers say |
(26-Jul-2011) Current costs of $450 billion a year aren't sustainable, nation's heart experts say |
(25-Jul-2011) But refining the risk may not change clinical practice, expert says |
(21-Jul-2011) Another option alongside Plavix, but should not be taken with higher doses of aspirin |
(27-Jun-2011) Study authors not clear on why, but urge doctors to watch teens closely |
(21-Jun-2011) But heart benefits still outweigh potential downside, study authors say |
(16-Jun-2011) Hormone treatment may have some protective effect in postmenopausal women, researchers say |
(14-Jun-2011) But lowering cholesterol with statins reduces their odds for cardiovascular events, researchers say |
(13-Jun-2011) Measures tweak standards last changed in 2005 |
(09-Jun-2011) Cardiovascular trouble reduced as much as 25 percent by cholesterol drug in this high-risk group |
(02-Jun-2011) Short-term studies found no harm to vascular health |
(25-May-2011) As many as 1 million Americans may take the antidepressant and statin together, researchers say |
(25-May-2011) Low cost, better adherence are pluses, but side effects could be problem, experts say |
(24-May-2011) It raises your risk of a host of diseases |
(23-May-2011) Study suggests it can lead to unneeded aggressive, invasive procedures and treatments |
(20-May-2011) They hope early testing will lead to diet, lifestyle changes and more successful treatment |
(17-May-2011) But researchers still don't recommend taking the mineral |
(17-May-2011) Mutation leads to low levels of pregnancy hormone, study says |
(09-May-2011) Cholesterol levels improved even better in young patients than adults, study found |
(02-May-2011) People on the go 20 or more days per month had more cardiovascular risk factors |
(28-Apr-2011) But researchers stress people should not take bisphosphonates just to prevent heart disease |
(22-Apr-2011) People urged to eat better, exercise more before risk factors develop |
(13-Apr-2011) Although study participants had no memory problems at first, the disease had taken a foothold |
(12-Apr-2011) Dried apples lower bad cholesterol, study found |
(04-Apr-2011) It may be better than medication alone, researchers report |
(28-Mar-2011) Atrial fibrillation raises stroke risk, but it doesn't have to happen, study shows |
(24-Mar-2011) Despite possible upside, cocoa carries risks and won't overcome bad health habits, expert says |
(22-Mar-2011) Fibrates are gaining in popularity despite lack of proof regarding benefits, researchers say |
(16-Mar-2011) Certain heart patients fare equally well, researchers report |
(08-Mar-2011) Anti-inflammatory properties of HDL cholesterol may ward off cancer, researchers say |
(24-Feb-2011) Cholesterol drugs may calm immune system, reduce damaging inflammation, researchers say |
(22-Feb-2011) Researchers suggest this blood fat should become part of prevention guidelines |
(21-Feb-2011) Study finds link between cardiovascular disease and lower scores on mental skills tests |
(01-Feb-2011) Many Americans with these conditions are not treated effectively, health officials say |
(31-Jan-2011) Slashing sodium intake, switching to healthier fats key features of advisory |
(28-Jan-2011) Study finds benefit not tied to C-reactive protein |
(24-Jan-2011) Will triple by 2030, report says; experts urge prevention efforts |
(19-Jan-2011) Study found it's almost as likely that a new lesion is the culprit |
(12-Jan-2011) How well HDL functions may matter more than how high the level is, research suggests |
(12-Jan-2011) Even a little more activity spread through the average workday boosts health, study suggests |
(28-Dec-2010) Without lifestyle changes too, people remain susceptible to chronic health problems |
(28-Dec-2010) Diet, exercise, medication employed to cope with extraordinarily high levels |
(15-Dec-2010) But success is costly and much too limited, experts say |
(13-Dec-2010) High 'good' cholesterol seems to protect against Alzheimer's disease, study finds |
(02-Dec-2010) Number of strokes rising in U.S., but deaths drop almost one-third |
(18-Nov-2010) New research on the cholesterol-lowering drugs supports recent findings |
(17-Nov-2010) Results need to be confirmed in larger studies, experts note |
(16-Nov-2010) By turning off a genetic sequence, researchers said they raised the animals' HDL levels |
(15-Nov-2010) People with these deposits were at higher odds for cardiovascular disease, researchers say |
(10-Nov-2010) In fact, U.S. team finds the cholesterol drugs might even lower odds for a few tumor types |
(09-Nov-2010) Strategy reduced risk but increased side effects, researchers found |
(26-Oct-2010) These products claim to lower cholesterol, but levels of active agent run the gamut |
(19-Oct-2010) Aspirin may prevent heart attacks, stroke, kidney failure while statins cut risk of death, studies found |
(05-Oct-2010) Hormone seemed to help women but more study is needed, researchers say |
(01-Oct-2010) Up to one drink daily lowers women's risk by a third, researchers say |
(27-Sep-2010) Wider use would be cost-effective prevention method, researchers say |
(20-Sep-2010) Urgent need to help people control obesity, blood pressure, cholesterol, insulin resistance, expert says |
(02-Sep-2010) Statins, asthma meds, antidepressants and stimulants top the list |
(31-Aug-2010) Eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer fats can cut your 10-year risk of heart disease, study says |
(30-Aug-2010) Dutch study finds consuming small amounts in margarine daily didn't prevent cardiac trouble |
(30-Aug-2010) Prior history of blood flow problems, diabetes, narrowed arteries raises odds, study finds |
(24-Aug-2010) Procedure used in high-risk cases made little difference, researchers say |
(20-Aug-2010) Strategy helped those with cluster of unhealthy heart risk factors, study found |
(16-Aug-2010) Study found Swedish women who ate it a few times a month were protected |
(12-Aug-2010) Study found people preferred pills to the antioxidant-rich sweet to lower blood pressure |
(10-Aug-2010) Readings should be done at the same time in woman's cycle, researchers say |
(04-Aug-2010) But researchers caution any possible clinical application is many years away |
(26-Jul-2010) Regulating 'good' and 'bad' levels may help prevent mood disorder among elderly, researchers say |
(22-Jul-2010) High-dose users with very low 'bad' cholesterol don't benefit, researchers say |
(19-Jul-2010) About half get tested, while up to one-quarter have high 'bad' levels, research shows |
(29-Jun-2010) But intensive control does improve other conditions, including eye and kidney health, study finds |
(28-Jun-2010) Two studies published in advance of FDA hearing on drug's fate |
(28-Jun-2010) But connection needs to be confirmed by future study, researcher says |
(28-Jun-2010) There's little evidence that they actually prevent the condition, researchers say |
(21-Jun-2010) Those without other risk factors may not develop the condition, study suggests |
(18-Jun-2010) Eighty percent of stroke risk due to five lifestyle factors, international study finds |
(15-Jun-2010) Was associated with more heart rate variability in study |
(14-Jun-2010) But finding is an association and doesn't prove cause-and-effect, researchers say |
(09-Jun-2010) Electronic health records contribute to 24 percent reduction in past decade, says Kaiser Permanente |
(27-May-2010) Nearly 1 in 5 survivors risks another attack when doctors fail to prescribe the meds, study shows |
(26-May-2010) Both methods have pros, cons in clearing blocked neck artery, study shows |
(26-May-2010) The food industry is 'trying to do the right thing,' researcher says |
(21-May-2010) But heart-healthy benefits of the cholesterol drugs outweigh these risks, experts say |
(19-May-2010) Higher social status, better overall health could explain the link, researchers say |
(11-May-2010) But increases in diabetes and obesity could reverse the trend, experts warn |
(10-May-2010) High calorie count, though, means restraint would be wise, expert says |
(07-May-2010) Mutation can increase risk by up to 40 percent, researchers say |
(29-Apr-2010) Scientists spot inflammation-related enzyme that may be major contributor to heart disease |
(26-Apr-2010) High blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes now widespread, CDC survey finds |
(23-Apr-2010) Medicine-loaded particles delivered directly to stents, researchers say |
(20-Apr-2010) Sweeteners in processed foods account for nearly 16% of daily intake, study finds |
(20-Apr-2010) Serious risks double by waiting even a day after discharge, study finds |
(16-Apr-2010) Fewer brain lesions developed in patients taking Lipitor than placebo, researchers say |
(13-Apr-2010) Peer pressure also plays a role, study shows |
(10-Apr-2010) Premature hardening of the arteries in arms and legs seen in many patients under 55: study |
(08-Apr-2010) Steps you can take to ward off heart attack and stroke |
(02-Apr-2010) Some experts say statins help healthier people, but others worry about risks |
(30-Mar-2010) Study found checking for blood sugar disease earlier cut complications, costs |
(23-Mar-2010) Higher death rates for poor tied to more smoking, poorer diets and lack of exercise |
(19-Mar-2010) People taking the cholesterol-lowering drug should consult their doctor if problems arise, the agency says |
(18-Mar-2010) But researcher adds it's still a good choice for losing weight |
(17-Mar-2010) Major U.S. trial will enroll thousands to examine links between hypertension, Alzheimer's |
(15-Mar-2010) Study confirms that impotence is a risk factor for heart trouble |
(14-Mar-2010) New drug reduces LDL in people with rare genetic condition, researchers say |
(10-Mar-2010) Broader study needed to check for possible long-term effects, experts say |
(10-Mar-2010) Study finds only a third of those who get invasive procedure have vessel blockage |
(08-Mar-2010) Doctor/pharmacist collaboration made little difference in patient health, study found |
(02-Mar-2010) Passive exposure tied to blood vessel damage in 13-year-olds, research shows |
(01-Mar-2010) Low-fat, low-carb, Mediterranean regimens all help the heart, study finds |
(22-Feb-2010) Cholesterol-lowering meds linked to less tumor inflammation, research shows |
(18-Feb-2010) Those most content reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease, researchers say |
(16-Feb-2010) For many, benefits of lowering cholesterol outweigh drugs' downsides, researchers say |
(10-Feb-2010) More than 40 percent of women don't know it is leading killer, survey finds |
(09-Feb-2010) As a preventive for heart disease |
(02-Feb-2010) Combined screening method spotted more high-risk patients, study found |
(20-Jan-2010) In combination, these measures from the American Heart Association are 'the fountain of youth,' expert says |
(19-Jan-2010) The cholesterol drugs might reduce risk of infection, researchers find |
(14-Jan-2010) Streamlined approach leads more to take drugs as prescribed, study finds |
(12-Jan-2010) Emphasis needed on getting patients to keep taking their meds, researchers say |
(11-Jan-2010) Too much sitting raises your risk of dying from heart disease, researchers say |
(07-Jan-2010) Study finds higher risk for diabetes, high cholesterol and blood pressure |
(23-Dec-2009) Study shows it could be a new target for prevention and treatment |
(22-Dec-2009) But researchers say the link to CRP may be due to other factors |
(17-Dec-2009) Treatments have improved, but Americans fall down on prevention, experts say |
(11-Dec-2009) Studies also report on statin dosages and lifestyle factors that affect the heart |
(24-Nov-2009) Pumping ability reduced in those with undesirable blood levels, analysis shows |
(19-Nov-2009) But protective effect can wear off at higher levels in men, study finds |
(18-Nov-2009) Taking the B vitamin didn't reverse or stall carotid artery disease |
(17-Nov-2009) Increased cholesterol levels worry researchers |
(16-Nov-2009) People with metabolic syndrome should steer clear of low-fat meal plans, study says |
(11-Nov-2009) Heart health could also benefit from this plan, researchers find |
(10-Nov-2009) Testing of vascular risk can be simplified, researchers say |
(26-Oct-2009) Middle-aged women have more heart attacks than in past, but are more likely to survive, studies show |
(14-Oct-2009) Finding may help tailor treatments to keep patients from stopping meds, researcher says |
(09-Oct-2009) Former pros have lower risk of heart disease, suggesting early fitness pays off, researcher says |
(02-Oct-2009) 'Inexpensive, well-proven medications' could have huge impact, expert says |
(22-Sep-2009) Drugs could help those who only have high levels of inflammation, experts say |
(18-Sep-2009) Smoking, hypertension, high cholesterol cut 10 years of life, study finds |
(14-Sep-2009) Surging obesity rates have reversed gains, study finds |
(09-Sep-2009) Women much more likely to develop PAD if they had constellation of other symptoms, researchers found |
(02-Sep-2009) Review shows evidence doesn't support using other treatments with statins |
(25-Aug-2009) Study finds treatment raises death risk in those who also have heart disease |
(24-Aug-2009) Injections of male hormone boosted cardiac performance in Italian study |
(10-Aug-2009) Less cardiovascular disease, fewer deaths among the cheerful, study finds |
(07-Aug-2009) Guidelines focusing on heavier children may miss the target, study finds |
(05-Aug-2009) Review of studies involving 40,000 people points up benefits |
(05-Aug-2009) In turn, that meant heart risks were raised, researcher says |
(04-Aug-2009) Researcher suspects mental health issues may lead to unhealthy habits |
(03-Aug-2009) Studies find many U.S. children not getting enough |
(26-Jul-2009) Cholesterol-lowering drugs may help young hearts, but long-term use raises concerns |
(22-Jul-2009) Findings may help explain location of deadly builups |
(21-Jul-2009) Those who ate right, exercised lowered chances of cardiovascular trouble |
(13-Jul-2009) But study finds wide range of doses, lack of protocols for this screening test |
(07-Jul-2009) Discovery could lead to new treatment targets, researchers say |
(06-Jul-2009) People with serious muscle aches showed muscle fiber damage even after halting drugs, researchers say |
(01-Jul-2009) Data shows reduction in heart attacks, strokes among those without established heart disease |
(30-Jun-2009) CRP, other disease-linked factors don't perform better than standard criteria, study finds |
(29-Jun-2009) People who have them in doctor's office, for example, at risk, study shows |
(22-Jun-2009) Survey of nine countries finds improvements over 10-year period |
(18-Jun-2009) A possible precursor to diabetes and heart disease |
(18-Jun-2009) Study found low levels in bloodstream correlated with increased risk |
(17-Jun-2009) Safe and effective in an 'all-comer population,' researchers say |
(15-Jun-2009) Red yeast rice does well in small trial, but there are potential risks |
(09-Jun-2009) Danish study fingers high levels of lipoprotein(a) |
(26-May-2009) Study finds they showed no more signs of cardiovascular trouble than general male population |
(19-May-2009) Why some people are more likely to have it |
(14-May-2009) Kids have healthier hearts and are less apt to be overweight, study finds |
(11-May-2009) Diet to lower blood pressure may also cut risk of heart failure, research shows |
(11-May-2009) Study suggests MRI scans better than questionnaires for evaluations |
(06-May-2009) But they show no lifesaving benefit over bare-metal version, studies show |
(01-May-2009) A dose of a statin in time of crisis improved long-term outcomes, study found |
(27-Apr-2009) Other studies found they also reduced chances of erectile dysfunction |
(27-Apr-2009) Many are waiting years after a diagnosis to fill a first prescription, study finds |
(25-Apr-2009) Survey finds lack of access to medical care a big factor in trend |
(15-Apr-2009) Statins could help prevent attack, while painkiller might minimize damage, studies find |
(13-Apr-2009) Vegetables, nuts, and 'Mediterranean' fare most beneficial, researchers find |
(10-Apr-2009) Even walking half an hour a day can boost longevity, study finds |
(07-Apr-2009) Waist size important in women, not men, researchers report |
(06-Apr-2009) Prescriptions rose by more than 15 percent in 3 years, researchers say |
(01-Apr-2009) More than just your diet |
(01-Apr-2009) Study found worse cholesterol, blood vessel health than with South Beach, Ornish regimens |
(30-Mar-2009) Study finds five drugs in one dose reduced heart attack, stroke risk |
(30-Mar-2009) Study found death rates rose after a defeat, and dropped after a victory |
(23-Mar-2009) Maximum benefit seen with tightest control of risk factors, researchers report |
(19-Mar-2009) New prescribing criteria could prevent thousands of heart attacks |
(18-Mar-2009) Biggest risk factors were hypertension, obesity, study found |
(18-Mar-2009) Survey shows they suffer consequences of delaying doctor visits, filling prescriptions |
(17-Mar-2009) Pactimibe also was associated with more risk of major heart problems, study finds |
(16-Mar-2009) Current guidelines may be set too high to catch disabling peripheral artery disease, experts say |
(12-Mar-2009) Blood pressure and cholesterol should be controlled more aggressively, study suggests |
(12-Mar-2009) Study shows a trend, but heart specialists remain skeptical |
(11-Mar-2009) Headaches should be seen as indicator of other problems, expert says |
(11-Mar-2009) Study found they showed early signs of cardiovascular trouble |
(11-Mar-2009) It signals danger independently of stomach fat, researchers report |
(10-Mar-2009) 2 'unconventional' blood workups might also point out trouble, experts say |
(06-Mar-2009) Obesity may affect diaphragm, chest wall to decrease volume, study says |
(05-Mar-2009) More likely than mates to show signs of metabolic syndrome in strained unions, study finds |
(27-Feb-2009) Could be first step in finding way to prevent atrial fibrillation, experts say |
(25-Feb-2009) Experts agree that field needs more rigorous trials to aid doctors |
(23-Feb-2009) Lab results suggest that Lovastatin could help with degenerative disc disease |
(16-Feb-2009) Metabolic syndrome may enhance sodium's effect on the body, study suggests |
(16-Feb-2009) Fewer than 1% with high cholesterol, study shows |
(13-Feb-2009) Annual Red Dress show aims to put top killer out of style |
(11-Feb-2009) Dronedarone reduced strokes, heart attacks in those with atrial fibrillation |
(10-Feb-2009) Raft of studies points up many of the differences in care, incidence of brain attacks |
(09-Feb-2009) International studies lay groundwork for designing way to spot susceptible patients |
(09-Feb-2009) But experts note finding colored by fact that these folks take better care of themselves generally |
(07-Feb-2009) Don't let your body pay the price in uncertain times, experts say |
(05-Feb-2009) Transition within 3 years allows more plaque buildup in arteries, study finds |
(30-Jan-2009) Sponge-like molecule sops up bad lipoproteins, researchers say |
(27-Jan-2009) Study finds just watching symptoms leads to similar survival rates in older patients |
(20-Jan-2009) Better control of blood pressure, other factors may be boosting survival, experts say |
(19-Jan-2009) Traditional risk factors are just as reliable, researchers say |
(16-Jan-2009) Normal readings showed up in many who had heart attacks, study shows |
(13-Jan-2009) Preventing obesity boosts blood vessel function even without weight loss, study says |
(13-Jan-2009) Recent data could lead to wider prescribing of cholesterol-lowering drugs, experts say |
(05-Jan-2009) Survivors tell their stories of sudden cardiac arrest |
(26-Dec-2008) Cholesterol-lowering meds seem to shield against troublesome complication, study finds |
(23-Dec-2008) Getting an extra hour's slumber was equal to a nearly 17-point drop in blood pressure, study found |
(22-Dec-2008) Large study finds increased risk of heart failure |
(18-Dec-2008) But slightly higher mortality rates showed up after 3 years, study finds |
(17-Dec-2008) Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say |
(16-Dec-2008) To be used alone, or in combination with a statin |
(15-Dec-2008) Study found the dynamic raised cardiovascular risks by 50% |
(11-Dec-2008) Stress of work and taking care of family to blame, Japanese study finds |
(08-Dec-2008) Could be targets for drug treatment, researchers note |
(02-Dec-2008) Review found most were as effective, despite editorials urging opposite |
(02-Dec-2008) But more than two glasses a day linked to atrial fibrillation, study finds |
(11-Nov-2008) Tests showed their carotid artery walls as thick as that of a middle-aged person |
(10-Nov-2008) Crestor worked well in those with normal LDL but slightly elevated CRP levels, study finds |
(10-Nov-2008) Were safer, more effective than bare metal ones, study shows |
(06-Nov-2008) Having more parks, forests, playing fields affects health behaviors, study says |
(06-Nov-2008) It's when blood sugar levels are rising, but disease can still be prevented, CDC says |
(05-Nov-2008) Eating these foods and reducing intake of high-fat dairy, eggs improve odds against disease |
(29-Oct-2008) CRP may only reflect existing cardiovascular trouble, study finds |
(09-Oct-2008) But Italian researchers warn only the lowest-risk patients can benefit |
(25-Sep-2008) Small number of patients taking them will experience damage, experts say |
(24-Sep-2008) Death rate lower than for bare-metal devices, study shows |
(22-Sep-2008) Patients on statin medications 30% more likely to experience trouble, study finds |
(16-Sep-2008) Poor manufacturing conditions at 2 plants to blame, agency says |
(02-Sep-2008) Review results are reassuring, one cardiologist says |
(22-Aug-2008) But the agency says patients can still take the cholesterol-lowering drug |
(20-Aug-2008) New analysis shows no effect from statin meds, which include Lipitor, Crestor |
(19-Aug-2008) Though procedure is used less often, it reduces bleeding problems, study finds |
(19-Aug-2008) In fact, new study hints they might be hazardous |
(18-Aug-2008) Doing so may require lifestyle changes |
(13-Aug-2008) Benefit disappears within three years, study finds |
(04-Aug-2008) More than 2 a day for men, 1 for women, increases odds of obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes |
(29-Jul-2008) Long-term omega-3 consumption appears to combat some traditional risk factors, study finds |
(28-Jul-2008) In one study, use of statin medications halved the risk |
(18-Jul-2008) Tracking 2 proteins might be more precise than cholesterol readings, experts say |
(17-Jul-2008) Within five years, $16 billion a year could be saved, report claims |
(14-Jul-2008) Study finds lower death rate for men with upbeat outlook, but same did not hold true for women |
(14-Jul-2008) CDC survey found heart patients report lower quality of life, poorer outlook |
(14-Jul-2008) When clot forms in heart and travels to the brain, heparin more risky, study finds |
(11-Jul-2008) Continuing treatment reduces death risk, rehospitalization rates, study finds |
(11-Jul-2008) Study finds farm-raised fish has high levels of unhealthy omega-6 fatty acids |
(10-Jul-2008) Meta-analysis shows specific cardiovascular effects of chocolate, soy protein, green tea |
(08-Jul-2008) Could improve current assessments, report says |
(26-Jun-2008) No symptoms, but some loss of brain function occurs, study finds |
(23-Jun-2008) Italian study found poor reflexes, unstable posture, weakened hands warned of trouble |
(16-Jun-2008) They have poorer control of risk factors, less likely to get cholesterol-lowering meds |
(13-Jun-2008) European program shows improvement in diet and other factors |
(12-Jun-2008) Mouse experiments might lead to new target for treating high cholesterol, researchers say |
(09-Jun-2008) Study finds improvement for both genders over 25-year period |
(27-May-2008) Problem-solving therapy could also make a difference, study shows |
(22-May-2008) Ratio of 'good' to 'bad' cholesterol determined chances of trouble in postmenopausal women, study shows |
(21-May-2008) One therapy works, while another doesn't, studies find |
(19-May-2008) Studies found having ED increased risk in diabetic men |
(13-May-2008) Study saw significant declines in several death risks within 5 years of stopping |
(12-May-2008) Risk for retinal vein blockage more than doubles when these conditions go untreated |
(12-May-2008) Study finds signs of trouble show up even when statins, blood pressure meds are used |
(06-May-2008) Blood chemicals in overweight participants were key predictors of organ failure, study says |
(05-May-2008) Cilostazol also resulted in fewer brain bleeds than aspirin, study finds |
(24-Apr-2008) Genes associated with elevated CRP levels play role in metabolic syndrome, studies say |
(21-Apr-2008) Girls protected by hormones during adolescence, study suggests |
(17-Apr-2008) No blood sample required with noninvasive cholesterol test, study shows |
(16-Apr-2008) Suggested questions to ask your doctor |
(16-Apr-2008) Study found women with risk factors who took it early in menopause did not have diminished vessel function |
(10-Apr-2008) Toxic byproduct of plaque formation wreaks havoc on heart, lungs and liver, study suggests |
(08-Apr-2008) Caffeine, green tea, tart cherries may fight MS, cancer and heart disease, studies suggest |
(31-Mar-2008) Danger level same as non-diabetics who already have had a heart attack, study says |
(31-Mar-2008) Actos better at fighting plaque build-up than older medication, study finds |
(21-Mar-2008) Creates more stress, biomarkers for diabetes, heart disease than in males |
(19-Mar-2008) Cholesterol-associated variants increase risk and may be early indication, study shows |
(14-Mar-2008) Finding might help spot high-risk cases in developing countries |
(11-Mar-2008) Study suggests eating foods such as whole grains cuts risk of cerebral infarction |
(29-Feb-2008) But these side effects are rare and benefits still outweigh risks, experts say |
(27-Feb-2008) Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds |
(20-Feb-2008) Calcifications in breast arteries upped chances of cardiovascular trouble, study finds |
(20-Feb-2008) Study finds both went up simultaneously in recent decades |
(20-Feb-2008) Education, wealth play big part in downward trend, study suggests |
(18-Feb-2008) Statins effective against atrial fibrillation, analysis shows |
(18-Feb-2008) More patients would take recommended medications, study says |
(12-Feb-2008) Should be considered along with LDL cholesterol in prevention efforts, study indicates |
(06-Feb-2008) Dutch study found vacuuming clogged vessels before angioplasty improved outcomes |
(06-Feb-2008) Differences were found between and within countries, researcher notes |
(05-Feb-2008) Study finds highest risk of adverse events for heart patients is in early period |
(04-Feb-2008) Survival advantage found in 'off-label' uses, report suggests |
(29-Jan-2008) But experts question results of small Polish study |
(23-Jan-2008) Prolonged recovery, potential for repeat treatments to blame, study finds |
(23-Jan-2008) Fewer deaths, heart attacks found in 18-month study |
(14-Jan-2008) Results might also pertain to Vytorin, which contains Zetia, experts say |
(18-Dec-2007) Experimental agent works differently than statin medications, researchers say |
(05-Dec-2007) Tesamorelin shrinks the visceral fat around organs that boosts heart risks |
(30-Nov-2007) High blood-fat levels not always linked to higher stroke risk, studies show |
(29-Nov-2007) In study, users were informed of their odds for cardiovascular disease |
(07-Nov-2007) Cost, language barriers often to blame, study finds |
(06-Nov-2007) The cholesterol-busting drugs could be lifesavers, study suggsts |
(06-Nov-2007) Other research supports moderate drinking, fasting for cardio health |
(05-Nov-2007) Studies reveal that some of these heart medications aren't perfect |
(04-Nov-2007) Doctors need to do more to erase racial disparities, study suggests |
(04-Nov-2007) Arteries function better when the dark delight is consumed, study suggests |
(04-Nov-2007) Largest study to date finds no difference in heart attack or mortality rates |
(22-Oct-2007) Much of the benefit comes from changes in blood pressure, inflammation |
(12-Oct-2007) Study shows link between the breathing disorder, arterial trouble |
(12-Oct-2007) Statins might fight deadly pulmonary disease, experts say |
(11-Oct-2007) Drugs boosting SIRT1's activity could be valuable, scientists say |
(27-Sep-2007) 'AGEs' are produced in fatty foods at high heat, experts say |
(25-Sep-2007) They include cholesterol checks, gynecologic care and cancer screening |
(19-Sep-2007) Peripheral arterial disease is common and sometimes deadly, researchers say |
(14-Sep-2007) Data re-analysis supports angioplasty, but not everyone agrees |
(12-Sep-2007) It raises risks even if blood pressure, cholesterol factored out, study finds |
(11-Sep-2007) And another study suggests vitamin E protects their hearts |
(11-Sep-2007) Homocysteine may be a marker, not a cause, of renal trouble, study suggests |
(09-Sep-2007) Fatty meal has immediate, negative effect on heart health, research shows |
(07-Sep-2007) Screening, treatment of close relatives proposed |
(27-Aug-2007) Interrupting the drugs for even a few days can negatively impact recovery, study finds |
(22-Aug-2007) HDL analysis uncovers a dark side, but also a new way it fights heart disease |
(16-Aug-2007) They don't see medications as a license to eat fatty foods, study finds |
(16-Aug-2007) But the finding in mice must first be replicated in humans, researchers say |
(14-Aug-2007) Learning about saturated fat improved children's cholesterol, study found |
(14-Aug-2007) There's no added benefit to measuring other lipids, researchers say |
(17-Jul-2007) Findings could lead to changes in cholesterol testing |
(11-Jul-2007) Early study in rats suggests rimonabant works though the liver |
(02-Jul-2007) Study found high levels of protein predicted development of cardiovascular trouble |
(20-Jun-2007) Study counters the notion that men are most vulnerable |
(15-Jun-2007) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease speeds arterial stiffening and osteoporosis, research suggests |
(14-Jun-2007) When one system fails, so can the other, new research shows |
(14-Jun-2007) That's a newly discovered mechanism for the drug, scientists say |
(07-Jun-2007) Survival rates not better when compared with older medication, researchers say |
(04-Jun-2007) Two technologies assess cardiac function and arterial health at once, developers say |
(29-May-2007) Aerobic workouts 2 hours a week burned calories, too |
(25-May-2007) Study urges new protocols for monitoring patients' blood sugar, cardio risk factors |
(16-May-2007) Doctors might underestimate the threat to females, researchers say |
(14-May-2007) Supplement plus workouts raise good cholesterol levels, study finds |
(13-May-2007) But the new tool might be too cumbersome for some doctors, one expert says |
(11-May-2007) Study also finds regional differences across U.S. |
(10-May-2007) Focusing on chest pain may not be enough, experts warn |
(07-May-2007) But promising findings need to be replicated elsewhere, experts say |
(04-May-2007) Lipitor study supports use of cholesterol-lowering drugs after attacks |
(03-May-2007) It's one element of new American Heart Association guidelines |
(01-May-2007) Improvements in care are cutting heart failure, mortality rates, study finds |
(30-Apr-2007) Zocor allowed animals to better navigate mazes, study found |
(30-Apr-2007) They have heart-healthy effects similar to leafy greens, study finds |
(25-Apr-2007) High-dose statins may not be worth the cost for some heart patients, study finds |
(24-Apr-2007) But ranolazine may still have a place in therapy, experts say |
(22-Apr-2007) ADA's 'CheckUp America' program launches this week |
(20-Apr-2007) Weight gain, hypertension quickly damage arteries, study shows |
(20-Apr-2007) Enoxaparin cut the risk by additional 43 percent, study found |
(18-Apr-2007) Speak with your doctor if you're taking any of these meds |
(04-Apr-2007) What's the difference? |
(03-Apr-2007) Discovery of blood vessel compound may lead to better treatments, scientists say |
(02-Apr-2007) Animal study finds it reduces buildup of calcium in vessels |
(30-Mar-2007) Experts offer advice after recent flurry of controversial studies |
(28-Mar-2007) It tracks cholesterol-like molecules to show points of artery weakness |
(27-Mar-2007) Controlling these two factors should lower disease rates, experts say |
(27-Mar-2007) Fast-food component is even more dangerous than suspected, study finds |
(26-Mar-2007) For example, many patients don't take drugs that can ward off dangerous clots |
(15-Mar-2007) More research is needed, experts say, especially when it comes to gender differences |
(08-Mar-2007) Changes in diet, society are boosting heart disease risk, study finds |
(07-Mar-2007) To reduce risks of heart attack and stroke |
(02-Mar-2007) Contrary to popular wisdom, they develop signs of heart disease earlier than white women |
(01-Mar-2007) Adhering to guidelines could prevent many attacks, study finds |
(01-Mar-2007) Finding supports the notion of a 'metabolic syndrome,' scientists say |
(28-Feb-2007) Simple intervention kept blood pressure, cholesterol levels down, study found |
(26-Feb-2007) Getting levels under control could prevent many of these attacks, experts say |
(26-Feb-2007) Rat study suggests they also lower cholesterol, help prevent diabetes |
(26-Feb-2007) Neither the fresh or pill-packaged varieties brought LDL levels down |
(26-Feb-2007) And it's much more common in whites than blacks, research shows |
(26-Feb-2007) Coreg cut heart attacks, strokes compared to older drug, company-funded study found |
(19-Feb-2007) Start paying attention to this risk factor when young, experts urge |
(19-Feb-2007) American Heart Association recommendations now focus on a woman's lifetime risk |
(16-Feb-2007) It will help more women get the help they need sooner, cardiologists say |
(08-Feb-2007) Most patients didn't manage their symptoms before attack, study found |
(06-Feb-2007) Doing so helps reduce plaque in arteries |
(02-Feb-2007) Early signs of trouble seen in gene carriers |
(23-Jan-2007) The syndrome includes factors such as obesity and high blood pressure |
(18-Jan-2007) Treatment should be tailored to individual patients, experts say |
(12-Jan-2007) Study urges importance of education, screenings to help curb amputations in worst cases |
(08-Jan-2007) Report urges interventions before the age of 9 or 10 |
(08-Jan-2007) Study of young American Indians found hypertension raised risk for enlarged heart |
(04-Jan-2007) The blood fats are a major cause of artery-clogging illness |
(28-Dec-2006) Study finds a paradox as subjects with low levels of 'bad' LDL more likely to have disease |
(28-Dec-2006) Latest U.S. statistics suggest obesity, smoking are largely to blame |
(23-Dec-2006) Expert suggests giving yourself a present by watching alcohol and food intake year-round |
(20-Dec-2006) Researcher says newer measures not ready for primetime |
(08-Dec-2006) Progressive neurological illness may stem from lipid overdelivery |
(04-Dec-2006) Finding might explain why men are more prone to hypertension, experts say |
(16-Nov-2006) Odds rose with more frequent beats per minute, study found |
(16-Nov-2006) But men's overall risk for prostate tumors remains the same, study finds |
(15-Nov-2006) Finding echoes prior study in women |
(13-Nov-2006) But get dietary fats from plant sources, not meat, experts say |
(12-Nov-2006) Fatty diets, lack of exercise are boosting children's heart risks, study shows |
(09-Nov-2006) Cancer treatment leaves patients prone to heart disease, experts note |
(07-Nov-2006) Chloroquine is giving clues to the group of risk factors that harm the heart |
(31-Oct-2006) Findings suggest the cholesterol-lowering drugs improve survival |
(09-Oct-2006) Spanish study suggests they leave arteries more elastic |
(18-Sep-2006) More than half don't take beta blockers as prescribed, study finds |
(17-Sep-2006) A few 10-minute strolls are even healthier than one long walk, study shows |
(28-Aug-2006) 80-page publication offers prescription for therapeutic lifestyle changes |
(23-Aug-2006) And second strokes can be more deadly than the first, experts warn |
(21-Aug-2006) Certain risk factors put those under 60 in danger, experts say |
(21-Aug-2006) Are your pressure and cholesterol levels within normal range? |
(21-Aug-2006) Animal experiments find role for popular drug beyond lowering cholesterol |
(21-Aug-2006) Four in 10 users of the acne drug had a rise in blood fats, study found |
(09-Aug-2006) Cholesterol-lowering meds effective even in patients without heart disease, study finds |
(07-Aug-2006) Keeping hypertension at bay as important as reducing cholesterol, study suggests |
(22-Jul-2006) New U.S. National Institutes of Health Web site is aimed at seniors |
(21-Jul-2006) It removes plaque to free up blood flow to kidneys, researchers say |
(17-Jul-2006) Other studies look at dementia's links to stroke, cholesterol |
(04-Jul-2006) Exercise, healthy diet, no smoking, staying trim and moderate drinking are key, study finds |
(03-Jul-2006) Government health experts offering up revised DASH diet booklet |
(23-Jun-2006) 2nd-best selling cholesterol drug in U.S. |
(11-Jun-2006) American Diabetes Association warns 62 million could die in next 30 years |
(05-Jun-2006) PET scans detected arterial damage long before symptoms arose |
(25-May-2006) Japanese study finds a modest benefit from the drugs |
(23-May-2006) Prevent atherosclerosis |
(19-May-2006) Left unchecked, blood pressure rises 7 percent per year, study finds |
(19-May-2006) Spanish study finds a third don't change treatment even when blood pressure is uncontrolled |
(15-May-2006) Among the changes: a lower recommended dose of daily aspirin, and more exercise |
(12-May-2006) Blacks most at risk for this unhealthy combination, study finds |
(11-May-2006) Giving the cholesterol-busters to cardiac patients saves lives, study suggests |
(10-May-2006) One drug, Zocor, boosted blood flow in the retina, study found |
(09-May-2006) Cardiovascular death rate falling faster for men, study shows |
(05-May-2006) Bottom line for patients: Stay healthy, get checked often |
(28-Apr-2006) People whose mothers got the illness early should get checked, researchers say |
(28-Apr-2006) Battling the 'metabolic syndrome' on multiple fronts works, they say |
(24-Apr-2006) Study finds quicker recovery, less loss of function |
(24-Apr-2006) Etanercept could help lower inflammation linked to heart risk factors |
(21-Apr-2006) Variant found in 1 in 20 people lowers blood fats, study finds |
(11-Apr-2006) Italian researchers find a direct connection, but U.S. experts call for more study |
(10-Apr-2006) Antioxidants don't seem to drive probucol's effects, study finds |
(28-Mar-2006) Chives, grape seeds and pine nut oil all show early promise, researchers say |
(22-Mar-2006) Poor results may doom once-promising line of research, experts say |
(18-Mar-2006) Choosing the right foods lowered blood fats just as well as drug therapy |
(06-Mar-2006) It will help prevent heart disease |
(03-Mar-2006) Diet, exercise battle both erectile dysfunction and heart disease, study suggests |
(02-Mar-2006) For some, Lipitor plus Viagra worked better than Viagra alone, study found |
(02-Mar-2006) Crestor, Lipitor reduce heart disease risk factors, study finds |
(21-Feb-2006) Study finds the red variety, especially, may fight heart disease |
(21-Feb-2006) Head-to-head trial of the artery-opening devices found little difference |
(20-Feb-2006) These drugs do more than just reduce cardiovascular disease, study suggests |
(14-Feb-2006) Cheaper alternatives help keep patients using medicines as directed, study finds |
(13-Feb-2006) Small amounts do a heart good, South Beach Diet doc says |
(06-Feb-2006) But more are surviving longer with the disease, report finds |
(30-Jan-2006) In laboratory, statin drugs reduced rheumatoid cell proliferation |
(25-Jan-2006) Black Hispanics more likely to have high blood pressure than white Hispanics |
(23-Jan-2006) Waistlines over 35 inches are a matter of concern, study finds |
(23-Jan-2006) Use of expensive interventions far exceeds rise in disease incidence, studies find |
(30-Dec-2005) Starting New Year's Day, labeling also will list potential allergens |
(08-Dec-2005) Small study suggests periodontitis encourages a bad form of the blood fat |
(28-Nov-2005) It can be dangerous for some people |
(22-Nov-2005) Researchers found little difference between two forms of heparin |
(16-Nov-2005) Replacing carbohydrates with protein or monosaturated fats checked blood pressure |
(14-Nov-2005) The mutations also occur more in blacks than whites, researchers say |
(12-Nov-2005) Statins may help shield organ recipients from heart attack |
(07-Nov-2005) It may be more important for older patients taking statin drugs |
(24-Oct-2005) Large study counters previous research on the cholesterol-lowering drugs |
(14-Oct-2005) Newly identified compound helps control bile acid production |
(29-Sep-2005) It's the prime factor raising their cardiovascular risk, study finds |
(28-Sep-2005) Lack of control over workday could harm arteries, study finds |
(26-Sep-2005) Carotid endarterectomy advised for those with clogged vessels and prior stroke history |
(19-Sep-2005) Extra pounds weaken vessel walls, even at ages as young as 9, study finds |
(12-Sep-2005) It crystallizes, then breaks on artery walls, new research reveals |
(04-Sep-2005) Modern meds like ACE inhibitors protect better than older agents, study finds |
(30-Aug-2005) Blood pressure and heart disease may play key roles, study shows |
(25-Jul-2005) Hospitalized statin users nearly three times less likely to die, study finds |
(19-Jul-2005) Specific cholesterol screens plus a blood protein work best, study finds |
(18-Jul-2005) High cholesterol plus hypertension a killer combo for everyone, experts say |
(11-Jul-2005) Twins study finds similar responses from high-fat diets |
(28-JUN-2005) Other conditions divert patient attention from dangerous high blood pressure |
(27-JUN-2005) Study pegs weight gain as major factor behind U.S. spending |
(25-JUN-2005) Is blood protein CRP a sign of vessel damage, or a cause? |
(22-JUN-2005) But minorities and uninsured fare a little worse, survey found |
(13-JUN-2005) Minorities receive fewer flu shots and eye, cholesterol tests, study finds |
(31-MAY-2005) Metabolic syndrome plus vascular calcium greatly boost the odds, study finds |
(31-MAY-2005) Cholesterol-lowering drugs discussed in fewer than half of doctor's visits |
(25-MAY-2005) Risk factors include wide waistlines, hypertension and high blood sugar, study finds |
(25-MAY-2005) Promising results for cholesterol-lowering drugs in observational study |
(25-MAY-2005) Mouse study suggests another risk factor for vascular disease |
(24-MAY-2005) Age, gender and number of prescriptions are key, heart study finds |
(23-MAY-2005) But the statin's benefits outweigh risks, heart experts conclude |
(10-MAY-2005) Lipitor shows promise in small study |
(05-MAY-2005) Aspirin, statin and beta-blocker trio beats any one drug alone |
(02-MAY-2005) More evidence exercise can protect the female heart after menopause |
(30-APR-2005) Supplements shown to help regulate troublesome cholesterol |
(28-APR-2005) Mouse study yields insight into how the body produces HDL |
(20-APR-2005) Two studies find no effect from drugs meant to fight chronic infection |
(05-APR-2005) Patients with heart disease fared better than with drugs alone |
(03-APR-2005) Research on pigs revealed vascular benefits from powdered juice |
(02-APR-2005) Rat study suggests these drugs also strengthen artery walls |
(01-APR-2005) Mice without a key protein cut their "bad" cholesterol in half |
(31-MAR-2005) Fat cells produce compounds that boost arterial disease, study finds |
(28-MAR-2005) C-reactive protein discovery a new insight into killer illness |
(09-MAR-2005) Kids with progeria age quickly and die young from heart disease |
(21-FEB-2005) Hypertension, high cholesterol common in people with migraine |
(19-FEB-2005) Eat well, but remember mercury, experts advise |
(18-FEB-2005) More women are getting recommended therapies, study finds |
(09-FEB-2005) Ensuring snug fit in vessel won't compromise patient outcomes |
(07-FEB-2005) In some cases, it's a lifelong commitment |
(07-JAN-2005) Do you know what it is? |
(30-DEC-2004) Experts warn many already showing signs |
(29-DEC-2004) Program reduces incidence of metabolic syndrome |
(15-DEC-2004) Even infection can have inflammatory effect on blood vessels, research finds |
(06-DEC-2004) Blood pressure rose in 1990s, but cholesterol remained unchanged |
(11-NOV-2004) Lifting 'good' lipids, lowering 'bad' cuts cardiovascular events |
(10-NOV-2004) Study ties couch potato lifestyle to dementia in elderly |
(10-NOV-2004) Men, blacks usually fare worse, studies find |
(10-NOV-2004) In mice, silencing RNA cut cholesterol nearly in half |
(09-NOV-2004) Small study needs confirmation, experts say |
(21-OCT-2004) Meatless diet isn't automatically healthier |
(21-OCT-2004) Cells' energy factories raise blood pressure, cholesterol |
(12-OCT-2004) Substantial gains seen in hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol |
(05-OCT-2004) Study finds women less likely to die of any cause as they age |
(15-SEP-2004) High doses don't always prevent problems, and may cause some |
(03-SEP-2004) Studies on Vioxx, Zocor find post-approval problems |
(26-AUG-2004) 10-year study suggests cholesterol-busters lower heart attack risk |
(25-AUG-2004) It could highlight dangerous plaque deposits in arteries |
(24-AUG-2004) They cut plaque buildup in arteries of hospitalized patients |
(23-AUG-2004) Traits like belly fat, high blood pressure are part of the syndrome |
(03-AUG-2004) Cholesterol drug approved for new use |
(28-JUL-2004) Fights the artery clogging substance 2 ways |
(19-JUL-2004) Staying trim, eating well and social networking help |
(15-JUL-2004) Tube addicts likelier to have severe problems in their 20s |
(12-JUL-2004) Recommended even lower levels for high-risk persons |