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(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 |
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