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  • Diet, Cognitive Ability May Play Role in Heart Disease
    (19-Nov-2009)
    Study finds fewer deaths among higher-functioning seniors who eat lots of fruits, vegetables

  • Moderate Drinking Guards the Heart
    (19-Nov-2009)
    But protective effect can wear off at higher levels in men, study finds

  • Too Few Older Adults Get Recommended Screenings
    (19-Nov-2009)
    Report looks to improve health of this group with better preventive care

  • For Chest Pain in the ER, CT Angiography May Be Best
    (19-Nov-2009)
    Procedure cuts diagnosis time and costs, study finds

  • Diet, Cognitive Ability May Play Role in Heart Disease
    (19-Nov-2009)
    Study finds fewer deaths among higher-functioning seniors who eat lots of fruits, vegetables

  • Kidney Transplant, Sleep Disorder May Add Up to Trouble
    (19-Nov-2009)
    Heart disease, stroke more likely for organ recipients with sleep apnea, study finds

  • Niacin Adds No Benefit for Statin Patients: Study
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Taking the B vitamin didn't reverse or stall carotid artery disease

  • New Heart Attack Treatment Guidelines Stress Coordination
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Getting patients to the right hospitals quickly is critical, experts say

  • Newer Blood Thinners May Outperform Old Standbys
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Studies found warfarin, Plavix bested by latest anti-clotting alternatives

  • Toddlers, Obese Kids Suffer Most From Smoke
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Secondhand exposure damages cardiovascular systems of children, study finds

  • Lifelong Exercise Keeps Seniors Young at Heart
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Separate study finds stem cell therapy improves exercise capacity in patients with enlarged hearts

  • Niacin Adds No Benefit for Statin Patients: Study
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Taking the B vitamin didn't reverse or stall carotid artery disease

  • Heart Failure Drug May Help More in Higher Doses
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Study finds increase lowers chance of hospitalization or death

  • Study Shows Hospital Report Cards Unlikely to Spur Improvement
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Treatment of heart patients no better after performance data released to public, researchers find

  • Diuretics Still Best Treatment for High Blood Pressure
    (18-Nov-2009)
    Long-term comparison study finds chlorthalidone most likely to prevent heart failure, stroke

  • Single-Sex Cardiac Rehab Helps Depressed Women
    (17-Nov-2009)
    All-female group had better success rates than traditional program, study finds

  • The Mummies' Curse: Heart Disease
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Finding suggests atherosclerosis is as old as the pyramids, and not an ill of the modern world

  • Biotech Soybeans Good Source of Omega-3
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Oil from engineered beans might help reduce heart attacks, researchers say

  • Single-Sex Cardiac Rehab Helps Depressed Women
    (17-Nov-2009)
    All-female group had better success rates than traditional program, study finds

  • Stem Cells May Improve Heart Bypass Results
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Patients who had bone marrow transplant with surgery did better, study finds

  • Viagra Helpful for Children With Heart Defect
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Pumping ability improved with sildenafil in study group

  • Benefits of Eating Fish May Depend on Preparation
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Baked or boiled beats fried or dried for heart health, researchers say

  • Heartburn Drugs Can Thwart Popular Blood Thinner
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Combination can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, U.S. officials say

  • The Mummies' Curse: Heart Disease
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Finding suggests atherosclerosis is as old as the pyramids, and not an ill of the modern world

  • Obesity Rolling Back Gains in Heart Health
    (17-Nov-2009)
    Studies show risk factors rising among children and adults, with many denying they have a problem

  • Study Raises New Questions About Cholesterol Drug Zetia
    (16-Nov-2009)
    It was found less effective than extended-release niacin, or Niaspan

  • Moderate-Fat Diet May Be Better at Reducing Heart Risks
    (16-Nov-2009)
    People with metabolic syndrome should steer clear of low-fat meal plans, study says

  • Rapid Cooling Might Help Heart Attack Patients
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Pumping coolant into the nose right away seems to prevent brain damage, study finds

  • Families Could Benefit From Gene Tests in Sudden Cardiac Death Victims
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Identifying mutation in deceased cuts costs for evaluating risk in relatives, study shows

  • Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Inexpensive EKGs would reduce risk of sudden death, study finds

  • Alternative to Warfarin May Cut Risk of Bleeding
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Dabigatran etexilate does well in trial of atrial fibrillation patients

  • Elderly Treated Less Aggressively for Heart Attack
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Hospitals less likely to follow guidelines for patients 80 and older, study finds

  • Why Watching TV Sports Increases Heart Attacks
    (16-Nov-2009)
    For those who've had an attack already, stressful games raise blood pressure, study finds

  • Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Heart Disease
    (16-Nov-2009)
    But further trials are needed to prove this conclusively, researchers say

  • Migraine Increases Likelihood of Stroke
    (16-Nov-2009)
    But risk is highest for women with aura, researchers find

  • Moderate-Fat Diet May Be Better at Reducing Heart Risks
    (16-Nov-2009)
    People with metabolic syndrome should steer clear of low-fat meal plans, study says

  • Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Heart Disease
    (16-Nov-2009)
    But further trials are needed to prove this conclusively, researchers say

  • Migraine Increases Likelihood of Stroke
    (16-Nov-2009)
    But risk is highest for women with aura, researchers find

  • Sudden Cardiac Death Much More Likely to Strike Men
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Males have triple the odds than women, study finds, and black men are especially prone

  • Gene Linked to Breast Cancer Might Boost Heart Health
    (16-Nov-2009)
    When BRCA1 is deactivated, it can lead to hardening of the arteries, mouse study suggests

  • Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate
    (16-Nov-2009)
    Study suggests interaction between Prilosec, Protonix and blood-thinners such as Plavix

  • Health Tip: Dealing With Peripheral Artery Disease
    (13-Nov-2009)
    Get enough exercise

  • Health Tip: Dealing With Peripheral Artery Disease
    (13-Nov-2009)
    Get enough exercise

  • For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Those who stroll are more likely to die from cardiovascular disease, study finds

  • For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Those who stroll are more likely to die from cardiovascular disease, study finds

  • For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better
    (11-Nov-2009)
    Those who stroll are more likely to die from cardiovascular disease, study finds

  • Cholesterol Measurements May Be Made Easier
    (10-Nov-2009)
    Testing of vascular risk can be simplified, researchers say

  • Cholesterol Measurements May Be Made Easier
    (10-Nov-2009)
    Testing of vascular risk can be simplified, researchers say

  • Stroke Puts Stress on Spousal Relationship
    (10-Nov-2009)
    Patient/caregiver roles often take the place of a partnership, researchers say

  • Common Infections May Contribute to Strokes
    (10-Nov-2009)
    But researchers not exactly sure how pathogens raise risk of brain attack

  • The Revolving Door of Heart Failure Hospitalization
    (10-Nov-2009)
    Better coordination urged to stem re-admission rate of nearly 1 in 4 people

  • Common Infections May Contribute to Strokes
    (10-Nov-2009)
    But researchers not exactly sure how pathogens raise risk of brain attack

  • Anemia Drugs May Cause Deadly Blood Clots
    (10-Nov-2009)
    Study raises more concerns about common treatment for chemo patients

  • Obesity Seems to Alter Heart Structure
    (09-Nov-2009)
    Result may be left atrial enlargement, study finds

  • No Gender Gap Found for Clot-Busting Drug
    (09-Nov-2009)
    Plavix helped men and women almost equally, study finds

  • Phosphorus Levels May Predict Heart Disease
    (05-Nov-2009)
    Even a slight elevation was linked to coronary artery calcification in study

  • Genes Linked to 'Pot' Belly
    (05-Nov-2009)
    And excess consumption of saturated fats raises obesity risk, researchers find

  • Phosphorus Levels May Predict Heart Disease
    (05-Nov-2009)
    Even a slight elevation was linked to coronary artery calcification in study

  • Will New Anemia Drug Top Current Treatments?
    (04-Nov-2009)
    Designed for a rare condition, it might have a wider application, experts say

  • Statins May Worsen Fatigue in Heart Failure Patients
    (03-Nov-2009)
    But no one's suggesting the drugs should be stopped

  • Statins May Worsen Fatigue in Heart Failure Patients
    (03-Nov-2009)
    But no one's suggesting the drugs should be stopped

  • Anemia Drug May Raise Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
    (02-Nov-2009)
    Use of Aranesp should be reserved for the most seriously ill, experts say

  • Fructose May Raise Blood Pressure
    (30-Oct-2009)
    Drinking more than two sweetened sodas a day boosts risk of hypertension, study finds

  • Cholesterol Drugs May Help Prevent Flu Deaths
    (29-Oct-2009)
    But expert says it could be that statins protect heart during infection

  • Stroke Centers May Offer Best Shot at Recovery
    (29-Oct-2009)
    Specialty facilities are more apt to give needed treatment, and faster, study finds

  • Stroke Centers May Offer Best Shot at Recovery
    (29-Oct-2009)
    Specialty facilities are more apt to give needed treatment, and faster, study finds

  • Even Light Smoking Affects Young Adults' Arteries
    (28-Oct-2009)
    Damage makes it harder to run and climb steps, researcher says

  • Migraine With Aura Can Double Stroke Risk
    (28-Oct-2009)
    Young women who smoke and use birth control pills are most susceptible, researchers say

  • Migraine With Aura Can Double Stroke Risk
    (28-Oct-2009)
    Young women who smoke and use birth control pills are most susceptible, researchers say

  • Migraine With Aura Can Double Stroke Risk
    (28-Oct-2009)
    Young women who smoke and use birth control pills are most susceptible, researchers say

  • All New Dialysis Patients at Increased Risk of Death
    (27-Oct-2009)
    Higher mortality rates not restricted to those with cardiovascular disease, study finds

  • Sleep Apnea Episodes May Trigger Irregular Heartbeat
    (27-Oct-2009)
    Study found 18-fold higher incidence of atrial fibrillation, other arrhythmias

  • Heart Disease Gender Gap Narrows
    (26-Oct-2009)
    Middle-aged women have more heart attacks than in past, but are more likely to survive, studies show

  • Where You Put on Pounds May Influence Clot Risk
    (26-Oct-2009)
    Big hips in women, wide waists in men spell trouble, study finds

  • Big, Beefy Football Players May Face Heart Problems Later
    (26-Oct-2009)
    Physical activity may not protect heart from complications of extra weight, study finds

  • Heart Disease Gender Gap Narrows
    (26-Oct-2009)
    Middle-aged women have more heart attacks than in past, but are more likely to survive, studies show

  • Where You Put on Pounds May Influence Clot Risk
    (26-Oct-2009)
    Big hips in women, wide waists in men spell trouble, study finds

  • Cocoa in Chocolate May Be Good for the Heart
    (23-Oct-2009)
    Study shows it reduces inflammation associated with heart disease

  • Super Obesity Ups Risk of Dying After Weight-Loss Surgery
    (21-Oct-2009)
    Deaths also more common among those with chronic diseases, study finds

  • Stroke Treatment Window May Allow a Bit More Time
    (21-Oct-2009)
    Drug given within 4.5 hours still benefits patients, study shows

  • Blood Protein May Predict Heart Attack But Not Stroke
    (21-Oct-2009)
    More study needed into how CRP levels influence risk

  • Heart Failure Treatment Underused
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Two-thirds of patients in U.S. hospitals fail to get recommended therapy, study finds

  • Genes May Link Hip Fractures and Heart Disease
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Risks for breaks rise if a brother or sister has heart failure or stroke, study finds

  • Fish Oil Supplements Don't Help Depressed Heart Patients
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Those who took them with antidepressant fared same as those who didn't

  • Clues to Hypertension in Kids May Be Seen in Bones
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Accelerated skeletal maturation may be early sign, researchers say

  • Heart Failure Treatment Underused
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Two-thirds of patients in U.S. hospitals fail to get recommended therapy, study finds

  • Genes May Link Hip Fractures and Heart Disease
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Risks for breaks rise if a brother or sister has heart failure or stroke, study finds

  • Leg Clots May Not Travel to Lungs
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Research refutes danger from deep vein thrombosis, but experts urge caution

  • Genes May Link Hip Fractures and Heart Disease
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Risks for breaks rise if a brother or sister has heart failure or stroke, study finds

  • Fish Oil Supplements Don't Help Depressed Heart Patients
    (20-Oct-2009)
    Those who took them with antidepressant fared same as those who didn't

  • Timing of Oxygen After a Stroke May Matter
    (19-Oct-2009)
    Treatment while blood flow is blocked protects tissue, animal study finds

  • Micardis Given Wider Approval
    (19-Oct-2009)
    For cardiac patients who can't take an ACE inhibitor

  • Micardis Given Wider Approval
    (19-Oct-2009)
    For cardiac patients who can't take an ACE inhibitor

  • Drinking Your Way to Health? Perhaps Not
    (18-Oct-2009)
    Despite potential heart benefits, other risks await, experts warn

  • Race, Insurance May Affect Testing of Kids in ER
    (16-Oct-2009)
    Study finds more done for youths with chest pain who are white and have private coverage

  • Health Tip: Help Prevent Stroke
    (16-Oct-2009)
    Steps you can take

  • Heart Test Deemed OK Before Kidney Transplant
    (15-Oct-2009)
    Coronary angiography does not harm kidneys and helps guide decisions, study finds

  • Heart Test Deemed OK Before Kidney Transplant
    (15-Oct-2009)
    Coronary angiography does not harm kidneys and helps guide decisions, study finds

  • Stem Cells Grow Heart Tissue in Lab
    (15-Oct-2009)
    New technique described as a Band-Aid for damaged muscle

  • Smoking Bans Good for Non-Smokers' Hearts: Study
    (15-Oct-2009)
    Report could get more states to pass laws to curtail secondhand smoke, experts say

  • Dialysis' Drawbacks Outweigh Benefits for Some Older Patients
    (14-Oct-2009)
    Quality of life declined in nursing home residents who received artificial kidney treatment: study

  • Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Parkinson's
    (14-Oct-2009)
    Treatment tested in monkeys addresses only motor issues, though, experts say

  • Study Compares Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair Methods
    (13-Oct-2009)
    Ongoing research finds better short-term results for endovascular repair than for open surgery

  • Lab Study Makes Strides in Mending Hearts
    (12-Oct-2009)
    Mouse stem cells are being used to help develop a heart muscle patch

  • Ex-NFL Players Hold Their Own Health-Wise
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Former pros have lower risk of heart disease, suggesting early fitness pays off, researcher says

  • Stretching Test May Reveal Arterial Stiffness
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Flexibility exercises belong in cardiovascular workout, experts say

  • Ex-NFL Players Hold Their Own Health-Wise
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Former pros have lower risk of heart disease, suggesting early fitness pays off, researcher says

  • Stretching Test May Reveal Arterial Stiffness
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Flexibility exercises belong in cardiovascular workout, experts say

  • American Heart Association Guidelines Save Lives
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Heart attack, heart failure survival better at hospitals given awards for following program

  • Stretching Test May Reveal Arterial Stiffness
    (09-Oct-2009)
    Flexibility exercises belong in cardiovascular workout, experts say

  • Early Defibrillator After Heart Attack May Not Pay Off
    (07-Oct-2009)
    European study finds no survival difference for those with, without device

  • Transplant Patients Should Be Monitored for Ear Infection
    (06-Oct-2009)
    Transplantation failure can result from symptomless otitis media, research finds

  • Headphones May Threaten Heart-Device Performance
    (06-Oct-2009)
    Implanted defibrillators, pacemakers may malfunction if headphones hang close to chest, study shows

  • Health Tip: Eat a Heart-Healthy Diet
    (05-Oct-2009)
    To help prevent heart attack and stroke

  • Half of U.S. Babies Living Today May Reach 100
    (05-Oct-2009)
    Rising life expectancy shows no signs of slowing, researchers say

  • Mercury in Fish Linked to High Blood Pressure
    (05-Oct-2009)
    But researcher downplays importance of effect

  • Half of U.S. Babies Living Today May Reach 100
    (05-Oct-2009)
    Rising life expectancy shows no signs of slowing, researchers say

  • Drug Combo May Prevent Heart Attacks, Strokes
    (02-Oct-2009)
    'Inexpensive, well-proven medications' could have huge impact, expert says

  • Simple Test Might Detect 'Silent' Heart Disease
    (02-Oct-2009)
    Even better, calcium scans don't lead to unnecessary tests, researchers say

  • Dental Plaque Buildup May Raise Heart Risk in Black Men
    (02-Oct-2009)
    White blood cell activity increases in these patients when oral hygiene is neglected, study finds

  • Drug Combo May Prevent Heart Attacks, Strokes
    (02-Oct-2009)
    'Inexpensive, well-proven medications' could have huge impact, expert says

  • Simple Test Might Detect 'Silent' Heart Disease
    (02-Oct-2009)
    Even better, calcium scans don't lead to unnecessary tests, researchers say

  • Drug Combo May Prevent Heart Attacks, Strokes
    (02-Oct-2009)
    'Inexpensive, well-proven medications' could have huge impact, expert says

  • Pre-Birth Exposure to 1918 Flu Raised Heart Risks, Study Finds
    (01-Oct-2009)
    Whether same will hold true for current H1N1 strain remains a mystery

  • More Stroke Victims Get Clot-Busting Therapy
    (01-Oct-2009)
    But many others get to hospital too late to benefit, study finds

  • Pre-Birth Exposure to 1918 Flu Raised Heart Risks, Study Finds
    (01-Oct-2009)
    Whether same will hold true for current H1N1 strain remains a mystery

  • Pre-Pregnancy Weight Linked to Babies' Heart Problems
    (01-Oct-2009)
    Overweight women more likely to have infants with certain birth defects, research shows

  • More Stroke Victims Get Clot-Busting Therapy
    (01-Oct-2009)
    But many others get to hospital too late to benefit, study finds

  • Workplace Wellness Seems to Really Work
    (30-Sep-2009)
    Investing in employee health cuts medical costs and ups productivity, heart experts say

  • Study Finds Fish Won't Prevent Heart Failure
    (30-Sep-2009)
    Benefits confined to heart attack, other types of cardiovascular disease

  • Workplace Wellness Seems to Really Work
    (30-Sep-2009)
    Investing in employee health cuts medical costs and ups productivity, heart experts say

  • Could the Recession Be Good for Your Health?
    (29-Sep-2009)
    Life expectancy rose during the Great Depression, study shows

  • Mini-Stroke Found to Precede 1 in 8 Strokes
    (29-Sep-2009)
    Expert urges reliance on other predictive tools, but not all agree

  • Fetal Surgery May Treat Heart Defect
    (29-Sep-2009)
    Researchers see some success in alleviating hypoplastic left heart syndrome

  • Eating in America Still Unhealthy: CDC
    (29-Sep-2009)
    State-by-state report finds too few people meet fruit and veggie guidelines

  • Mini-Stroke Found to Precede 1 in 8 Strokes
    (29-Sep-2009)
    Expert urges reliance on other predictive tools, but not all agree

  • Irregular Heartbeat Risk Higher in Women With Type 2 Diabetes
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Reason behind gender difference isn't clear, researchers say

  • Heart Patients Benefit From At-Home Care, Study Finds
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Improvements seen in depression, quality of life

  • Autoimmune Disorder Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack in Women
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Smoking, birth control pills raise risk higher, research finds

  • Autoimmune Disorder Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack in Women
    (28-Sep-2009)
    Smoking, birth control pills raise risk higher, research finds

  • Antidepressants Linked to Heart Defects in Newborns
    (25-Sep-2009)
    Certain drugs increase the possibility of septal malformation, researchers find

  • Fructose Boosts Blood Pressure, Studies Find
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Tests in mice and men link sugar to hypertension and say time of day may matter, too

  • Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Not all agree, though, that biggest risk factor is the brain attack itself

  • Fructose Boosts Blood Pressure, Studies Find
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Tests in mice and men link sugar to hypertension and say time of day may matter, too

  • Women With Atrial Fibrillation Face Rougher Road Than Men
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Attention to gender differences, though, can make a difference, study contends

  • Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Not all agree, though, that biggest risk factor is the brain attack itself

  • Fructose Boosts Blood Pressure, Studies Find
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Tests in mice and men link sugar to hypertension and say time of day may matter, too

  • Women With Atrial Fibrillation Face Rougher Road Than Men
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Attention to gender differences, though, can make a difference, study contends

  • Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia
    (24-Sep-2009)
    Not all agree, though, that biggest risk factor is the brain attack itself

  • Any Day OK for Heart Bypass Surgery
    (23-Sep-2009)
    Timing has no effect on outcome, study finds

  • Any Day OK for Heart Bypass Surgery
    (23-Sep-2009)
    Timing has no effect on outcome, study finds

  • Flu Can Raise Chances of Heart Attack
    (22-Sep-2009)
    Vaccine reduces risk of deaths related to heart disease, study shows

  • Smoking Bans Bring a Drop in Heart Attacks
    (22-Sep-2009)
    In one Montana city, incidents fell but rose again when restrictions were lifted

  • Hormone Therapy for Prostate Cancer Raises Heart Risks
    (22-Sep-2009)
    Treatment methods should take into account side effects, researchers say

  • Angina Often Affects Quality of Life
    (18-Sep-2009)
    New strategy for managing chest pain may be warranted, study suggests

  • Researchers Perfect the View of Heart Disease
    (18-Sep-2009)
    CT technology could provide more detail at less cost, study suggests

  • Angina Often Affects Quality of Life
    (18-Sep-2009)
    New strategy for managing chest pain may be warranted, study suggests

  • Researchers Perfect the View of Heart Disease
    (18-Sep-2009)
    CT technology could provide more detail at less cost, study suggests

  • Angina Often Affects Quality of Life
    (18-Sep-2009)
    New strategy for managing chest pain may be warranted, study suggests

  • Middle-Age Heart Risk Factors Shorten Men's Lives
    (18-Sep-2009)
    Smoking, hypertension, high cholesterol cut 10 years of life, study finds

  • Childhood Stroke More Common Than Thought
    (17-Sep-2009)
    Study finds double the incidence reported previously

  • 'Soda Tax' Wins Health Experts' Support
    (16-Sep-2009)
    Researchers cite a win-win for health care and obesity, but beverage industry balks at proposal

  • 'Soda Tax' Wins Health Experts' Support
    (16-Sep-2009)
    Researchers cite a win-win for health care and obesity, but beverage industry balks at proposal

  • Emergency Medical Transport By Air Carries Risks
    (15-Sep-2009)
    Stabilization of patients before flight may prevent many adverse events, researchers say

  • Celiac Disease May Raise Risk of Dying
    (15-Sep-2009)
    People with mild form of the digestive disorder have slightly higher death rate, study shows

  • Diabetes Medications Don't Lower Inflammation
    (15-Sep-2009)
    Metformin, insulin have little effect on risk factor for heart disease, study finds

  • Diabetes Medications Don't Lower Inflammation
    (15-Sep-2009)
    Metformin, insulin have little effect on risk factor for heart disease, study finds

  • Air Pollution May Raise Blood Pressure
    (14-Sep-2009)
    Inhaling microscopic particles could raise risk of heart disease, study finds

  • Implantable Defibrillators May Not Help Women With Heart Failure
    (14-Sep-2009)
    Analysis of previous research found little benefit for female patients

  • Air Pollution May Raise Blood Pressure
    (14-Sep-2009)
    Inhaling microscopic particles could raise risk of heart disease, study finds

  • Drug Offers Hope Against Tough-to-Treat Hypertension
    (14-Sep-2009)
    As yet unapproved, darusentan works in different way than standard medicines

  • Most Adult Americans at Some Risk for Heart Disease
    (14-Sep-2009)
    Surging obesity rates have reversed gains, study finds

  • Metabolic Syndrome May Raise Risk of Peripheral Artery Disease
    (09-Sep-2009)
    Women much more likely to develop PAD if they had constellation of other symptoms, researchers found

  • Testing Young Athletes for Heart Defects May Save Lives
    (09-Sep-2009)
    To prevent sudden cardiac death, researchers recommend electrocardiograms

  • Severe, Lasting Depression Tied to Heart Patient Deaths
    (08-Sep-2009)
    For those who have been hospitalized, risk may double over 7 years, research shows

  • Long-Term Lead Exposure Linked to Heart Deaths
    (08-Sep-2009)
    Current OSHA guidelines are probably inadequate, researchers say

  • Long-Term Lead Exposure Linked to Heart Deaths
    (08-Sep-2009)
    Current OSHA guidelines are probably inadequate, researchers say

  • Severe, Lasting Depression Tied to Heart Patient Deaths
    (08-Sep-2009)
    For those who have been hospitalized, risk may double over 7 years, research shows

  • Thin Thighs Might Be Harbinger of Heart Disease
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Increased risk seen in Danish study, but authors say more research is needed

  • Waist-Hip Ratio Good Gauge of Obesity in Elderly, Study Shows
    (04-Sep-2009)
    After age 70, body mass index is less effective in identifying unhealthy weight levels, researchers say

  • Acupuncture May Help Relieve Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    (04-Sep-2009)
    Exercise also improves symptoms and related risk factors, study finds

  • Statins Before Vascular Surgery Cut Deaths, Complications
    (02-Sep-2009)
    Problems halved in patients getting blood-vessel repairs done, study finds

  • Combo Therapies to Lower Cholesterol Don't Work
    (02-Sep-2009)
    Review shows evidence doesn't support using other treatments with statins

  • Caffeine Without Healthy Diet Linked to Heart Risk
    (02-Sep-2009)
    Atrial fibrillation patients drink lots of coffee, don't eat right, study suggests

  • Stroke May Be Striking at a Younger Age
    (02-Sep-2009)
    Almost half of cases occur before 65, study finds, many younger patients not getting rehab

  • Key Protein May Link Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Woes
    (01-Sep-2009)
    Molecule in fat tissues spurs chronic inflammation that gives rise to disease, researchers say

  • Government Best Source for U.S. Hospital Data, Study Finds
    (01-Sep-2009)
    Magazines that rank facilities don't take all measurements into account

  • Key Protein May Link Obesity, Diabetes, Heart Woes
    (01-Sep-2009)
    Molecule in fat tissues spurs chronic inflammation that gives rise to disease, researchers say

  • Reflux Drugs OK With Blood Thinners
    (01-Sep-2009)
    Taking antacids with anti-clotting drugs doesn't change outcomes after a heart attack, researchers find

  • Oldest Heart Patients May Get Most From Warfarin
    (31-Aug-2009)
    In atrial fibrillation study, blood-thinning drug best for those at highest risk of stroke

  • New Anti-Clotting Drug Beats Plavix
    (31-Aug-2009)
    Brilinta prevents heart attacks and improves survival, researchers say

  • Oldest Heart Patients May Get Most From Warfarin
    (31-Aug-2009)
    In atrial fibrillation study, blood-thinning drug best for those at highest risk of stroke

  • Oldest Heart Patients May Get Most From Warfarin
    (31-Aug-2009)
    In atrial fibrillation study, blood-thinning drug best for those at highest risk of stroke

  • Harm Begins With a Few Cigarettes, a Little Smog
    (31-Aug-2009)
    Levels of toxins in air don't have to be high to be hazardous, studies find

  • Surgery Better Than Angioplasty for Narrowed Neck Artery
    (30-Aug-2009)
    British study finds a reduced risk of stroke afterwards

  • Surgery Better Than Angioplasty for Narrowed Neck Artery
    (30-Aug-2009)
    British study finds a reduced risk of stroke afterwards

  • Ankle Circulation Could Warn of Future Strokes
    (28-Aug-2009)
    Quick test may detect peripheral artery disease, research shows

  • Ankle Circulation Could Warn of Future Strokes
    (28-Aug-2009)
    Quick test may detect peripheral artery disease, research shows

  • How Bad Feelings Can Harm Your Health
    (27-Aug-2009)
    Studies show impact of apathy, hopelessness on cardiovascular disease

  • How Bad Feelings Can Harm Your Health
    (27-Aug-2009)
    Studies show impact of apathy, hopelessness on cardiovascular disease

  • Adding a Stent May Help Resolve Brain Aneurysm
    (25-Aug-2009)
    Enhanced embolization procedure is a viable option, study suggests

  • Hormone Therapy for Early Prostate Cancer Not Always Best
    (25-Aug-2009)
    Study finds treatment raises death risk in those who also have heart disease

  • Tobacco Use Kills 6 Million People Annually: Report
    (25-Aug-2009)
    And costs the global economy $500 billion each year

  • Americans Are Urged to Cut Sugar Intake
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Experts recommend far fewer teaspoons a day than average person now consumes

  • Testosterone Therapy May Help Men With Heart Failure
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Injections of male hormone boosted cardiac performance in Italian study

  • Glucose Challenge in Pregnancy Could Predict Heart Disease
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Abnormal test results in those without gestational diabetes signals future heart risk, researcher says.

  • Americans Are Urged to Cut Sugar Intake
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Experts recommend far fewer teaspoons a day than average person now consumes

  • Americans Are Urged to Cut Sugar Intake
    (24-Aug-2009)
    Experts recommend far fewer teaspoons a day than average person now consumes

  • It's Back to Basics to Save a Life
    (23-Aug-2009)
    Despite new technology and methods, experts say simple CPR works best

  • Medication Review May Help With Heart Failure
    (21-Aug-2009)
    Hospitalizations decline when doctors, pharmacists collaborate, study finds

  • Heart Risks Rise With Smokeless Tobacco
    (20-Aug-2009)
    Increase is small but worth noting, expert says, as product use grows

  • Heart Risks Rise With Smokeless Tobacco
    (20-Aug-2009)
    Increase is small but worth noting, expert says, as product use grows

  • Avandia Raises Heart Failure Risk More Than Actos
    (19-Aug-2009)
    Diabetes drug shouldn't be used when there's a safer alternative, study says

  • Stenting a Good Option for Left Main Heart Artery
    (19-Aug-2009)
    As effective as standard of bypass surgery, Polish study finds

  • Sleep Apnea Raises Risk of Death, Especially for Men: Report
    (18-Aug-2009)
    Major study links disordered breathing to deadly cardiovascular complications

  • Hospitals Reduce Heart Attack Deaths
    (18-Aug-2009)
    Study shows 10-year effort, major medical advances improved survival

  • Worries May Worsen Peripheral Arterial Disease
    (17-Aug-2009)
    Distressed 'type D' personality associated with mortality risk, study suggests

  • Special Stem Cells Build 'Biological Bypass'
    (17-Aug-2009)
    In dog study, researchers saw new human coronary arteries form

  • Special Stem Cells Build 'Biological Bypass'
    (17-Aug-2009)
    In dog study, researchers saw new human coronary arteries form

  • Device May Offer Alternative to Warfarin for Arrhythmia
    (14-Aug-2009)
    Implantation in people at risk for stroke could reduce medication use, study suggests

  • Device May Offer Alternative to Warfarin for Arrhythmia
    (14-Aug-2009)
    Implantation in people at risk for stroke could reduce medication use, study suggests

  • Cancer Deaths Declining, Especially Among Young
    (13-Aug-2009)
    Advances in treatment, prevention and detection behind progress, study finds

  • How Weight Loss Helps the Heart
    (11-Aug-2009)
    Study found it reversed structural abnormalities seen among the obese

  • Optimism Good for Heart and Longevity
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Less cardiovascular disease, fewer deaths among the cheerful, study finds

  • Study Ties Mini-Strokes to Memory Loss
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Effects appear to differ from those of full-blown stroke

  • Blows to the Chest Up Death Risk for Lacrosse Players
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Injuries are fatal far more often than in other contact sports, study finds

  • Study Ties Mini-Strokes to Memory Loss
    (10-Aug-2009)
    Effects appear to differ from those of full-blown stroke

  • In U.S., No Comeback Seen for Hormone Therapy
    (09-Aug-2009)
    Experts say risks of long-term use still outweigh possible benefits

  • In U.S., No Comeback Seen for Hormone Therapy
    (09-Aug-2009)
    Experts say risks of long-term use still outweigh possible benefits

  • Men With Angina Do Worse Than Women
    (06-Aug-2009)
    Doubled rate of heart attack, tripled rate of death seen in study

  • Stroke Doubles Risk of Hip, Thigh Fractures
    (06-Aug-2009)
    Preventive measures urgently needed, researcher says

  • Combo Treatment May Ease Depression After Stroke
    (06-Aug-2009)
    Therapy plus antidepressants improves mood and recovery, study finds

  • Stroke Doubles Risk of Hip, Thigh Fractures
    (06-Aug-2009)
    Preventive measures urgently needed, researcher says

  • Combo Treatment May Ease Depression After Stroke
    (06-Aug-2009)
    Therapy plus antidepressants improves mood and recovery, study finds

  • Fish Oils May Prevent and Treat Heart Disease
    (05-Aug-2009)
    Review of studies involving 40,000 people points up benefits

  • Less Aggressive Care for More Severe Heart Disease
    (05-Aug-2009)
    Paradox found in guidelines study

  • Social Stress Sends Body Fat to the Stomach
    (05-Aug-2009)
    In turn, that meant heart risks were raised, researcher says

  • Young Vets With PTSD More Prone to Heart Risk Factors
    (04-Aug-2009)
    Researcher suspects mental health issues may lead to unhealthy habits

  • Young Vets With PTSD More Prone to Heart Risk Factors
    (04-Aug-2009)
    Researcher suspects mental health issues may lead to unhealthy habits

  • Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Heart Risk Factors in Kids
    (03-Aug-2009)
    Studies find many U.S. children not getting enough

  • More Kids Becoming Severely Obese
    (31-Jul-2009)
    Expert urges additional programs, and coverage, for health effects

  • Response Times Vary for In-Hospital Heart Attacks
    (31-Jul-2009)
    Uneven results seen with defibrillation delays, researchers say

  • Blood Transfusions Not Linked to Long-Term Problems
    (31-Jul-2009)
    No evidence that cancer cells or other health conditions are spread, study finds

  • Spleen May Help Heart Recover From Disease
    (30-Jul-2009)
    Low-profile organ plays a big role in immune response, study finds

  • Spleen May Help Heart Recover From Disease
    (30-Jul-2009)
    Low-profile organ plays a big role in immune response, study finds

  • Calcium Scan of Arteries Helps Spot Big Trouble
    (29-Jul-2009)
    Study shows it predicts severe events in those with known heart disease

  • Put Defibrillators in High-Traffic Spots, Studies Urge
    (29-Jul-2009)
    Experts warn against politicizing their placement

  • Heart Surgeon Shortage Predicted
    (28-Jul-2009)
    Trend toward stenting rather than bypass could be a cause, expert says

  • Stent Studies Tied to Rapid Changes in Use
    (28-Jul-2009)
    Fast dissemination of data may become main stimulus for change, experts say

  • Heart Surgeon Shortage Predicted
    (28-Jul-2009)
    Trend toward stenting rather than bypass could be a cause, expert says

  • More Dairy, Calcium in Childhood Could Mean Longer Life
    (28-Jul-2009)
    Study beginning in 1930s suggests link, but experts unsure

  • Many Heart Attack Patients Not Referred to Cardiac Rehab
    (27-Jul-2009)
    Despite benefits, only slightly more than half get it, study shows

  • People Over 60 at Risk for 'Silent Stroke'
    (27-Jul-2009)
    High blood pressure and other factors play role, study says

  • People Over 60 at Risk for 'Silent Stroke'
    (27-Jul-2009)
    High blood pressure and other factors play role, study says

  • Giving Statins to Kids Provokes Debate
    (26-Jul-2009)
    Cholesterol-lowering drugs may help young hearts, but long-term use raises concerns

  • Giving Statins to Kids Provokes Debate
    (26-Jul-2009)
    Cholesterol-lowering drugs may help young hearts, but long-term use raises concerns

  • Agent Orange Linked to Parkinson's, Heart Disease
    (24-Jul-2009)
    Study finds possible increased risk of both conditions among Vietnam vets

  • Injection May Heal Damaged Heart
    (23-Jul-2009)
    In mouse study, injured tissue and coronary function are restored

  • Injection May Heal Damaged Heart
    (23-Jul-2009)
    In mouse study, injured tissue and coronary function are restored

  • Stem Cells Used for 'Biological Pacemaker'
    (23-Jul-2009)
    In experiments with mice, researchers corrected electrical problems of the heart

  • Injection May Heal Damaged Heart
    (23-Jul-2009)
    In mouse study, injured tissue and coronary function are restored

  • Attention Training Might Help Stroke Victims
    (23-Jul-2009)
    Program to improve focus got mixed results, researchers say

  • Attention Training Might Help Stroke Victims
    (23-Jul-2009)
    Program to improve focus got mixed results, researchers say

  • Carotid Artery Sections React Differently to Plaque
    (22-Jul-2009)
    Findings may help explain location of deadly builups

  • Carotid Artery Sections React Differently to Plaque
    (22-Jul-2009)
    Findings may help explain location of deadly builups

  • Carotid Artery Sections React Differently to Plaque
    (22-Jul-2009)
    Findings may help explain location of deadly builups

  • Studies Show Genetic Activity of Antioxidants
    (21-Jul-2009)
    Clues found on how they help arteries stay clear and healthy

  • Studies Affirm Value of Healthy Lifestyle
    (21-Jul-2009)
    Those who ate right, exercised lowered chances of cardiovascular trouble

  • Hope for Damaged Heart Muscle
    (20-Jul-2009)
    In lab study, re-engineered cells show promise for cardiac treatment

  • Vein Condition May Mask Serious Clot Disorder
    (20-Jul-2009)
    Superficial vein thrombosis linked to deep vein thrombosis, study says

  • Lower IQ Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Deaths
    (15-Jul-2009)
    Public health messages should be simplified, study finds

  • Gene Mutation Is Linked to Heart Muscle Disease
    (15-Jul-2009)
    Findings shed light on understanding of dilated cardiomyopathy

  • Lower IQ Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Deaths
    (15-Jul-2009)
    Public health messages should be simplified, study finds

  • Heart Defect Spotted During Surgery May Not Need Repair
    (14-Jul-2009)
    Those with patent foramen ovale don't seem to benefit from intervention, study finds

  • Fitness Might Limit Stroke's Impact
    (14-Jul-2009)
    People who exercise prior to attack do better, study finds

  • Coronary Calcium Scans Can Raise Cancer Risks
    (13-Jul-2009)
    But study finds wide range of doses, lack of protocols for this screening test

  • Blood Rush to the Brain When Angry Is a Good Sign
    (10-Jul-2009)
    Healthy reaction to mental stress not seen in those with high blood pressure, study finds

  • Effient Sanctioned for Angioplasty Patients
    (10-Jul-2009)
    To reduce the risk of blood clots

  • Stroke in Children Rare But Costly
    (09-Jul-2009)
    U.S. study finds pricetag hits $42 million a year

  • Study Pinpoints Risk Factors for Death in Young Stroke Victims
    (09-Jul-2009)
    Many can be modified, treated to improve odds, experts say

  • Stroke in Children Rare But Costly
    (09-Jul-2009)
    U.S. study finds pricetag hits $42 million a year

  • Study Pinpoints Risk Factors for Death in Young Stroke Victims
    (09-Jul-2009)
    Many can be modified, treated to improve odds, experts say

  • Vegetable Amino Acid Lowers Blood Pressure
    (08-Jul-2009)
    Get plenty of it in your diet, researchers say

  • Mini-Strokes May Cause Vision Loss
    (07-Jul-2009)
    Hong Kong researchers implicate silent infarcts in glaucoma

  • Fewer Dying Now From Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms
    (06-Jul-2009)
    Researchers credit better postoperative care for the improvement

  • On Memory, Older Americans Outsmart the English
    (03-Jul-2009)
    Education, income and health care may explain results, study says

  • Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization
    (02-Jul-2009)
    Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds

  • Increasing Alcohol Use Tied to More Hospitalization
    (02-Jul-2009)
    Heavy drinkers were affected most, but link holds for even mild use, study finds

  • Multaq Sanctioned for Heart Rhythm Disorders
    (02-Jul-2009)
    Atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter

  • Study Supports Wider Use of Statins
    (01-Jul-2009)
    Data shows reduction in heart attacks, strokes among those without established heart disease

  • Study Supports Wider Use of Statins
    (01-Jul-2009)
    Data shows reduction in heart attacks, strokes among those without established heart disease

  • Master Stem Cell for Human Heart Identified
    (01-Jul-2009)
    Researchers say it may hold key to understanding how to repair the organ

  • Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S.
    (01-Jul-2009)
    Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says

  • Even After Death, Heart Attack Treatment May Not End
    (30-Jun-2009)
    Too often, EMS crews feel obliged to bring unresponsive patient to hospital, study finds

  • Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart
    (29-Jun-2009)
    Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality

  • Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart
    (29-Jun-2009)
    Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality

  • HIV Patients May Have Stiffer Arteries
    (26-Jun-2009)
    But not significant enough to halt drug therapy, researchers say

  • Slow Decline Often Follows Stroke Recovery
    (25-Jun-2009)
    People with less access to health care may deteriorate most, study finds

  • Slow Decline Often Follows Stroke Recovery
    (25-Jun-2009)
    People with less access to health care may deteriorate most, study finds

  • Eat Well, Live Longer
    (23-Jun-2009)
    Age-old advice to eat healthy pays off in longevity, study finds

  • Electrocardiogram Blip Signals Heart Trouble
    (23-Jun-2009)
    Greater risk of atrial fibrillation, need for pacemaker, early death, study shows

  • Sleep Disorders Linked to Arrhythmias
    (23-Jun-2009)
    Older men with breathing irregularities are at greater risk of heart-rhythm abnormality: study

  • New Heart Valve Repair System Tested for Safety
    (23-Jun-2009)
    Reversible implant appears safe, but more study is needed, researchers say

  • Global Efforts to Lower 'Bad' Cholesterol Working
    (22-Jun-2009)
    Survey of nine countries finds improvements over 10-year period

  • Music Can Make the Heart Beat Faster
    (22-Jun-2009)
    Or slower, with possible medical applications, research suggests

  • Heart Attacks Less Often Fatal Today
    (21-Jun-2009)
    Improved care and overall better health are credited with improved survival odds

  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids Might Curb Depression in Heart Patients
    (18-Jun-2009)
    Study found low levels in bloodstream correlated with increased risk

  • Health Tip: Help Prevent Metabolic Syndrome
    (18-Jun-2009)
    A possible precursor to diabetes and heart disease

  • New Anticoagulant Pill Works Well in Trial
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Lower doses safe and effective after heart attack and stroke

  • Newest Coated Stent Does Well in Real-World Trial
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Safe and effective in an 'all-comer population,' researchers say

  • New Anticoagulant Pill Works Well in Trial
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Lower doses safe and effective after heart attack and stroke

  • Calling All Heart Patients
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Phone, Internet interventions can improve prognosis for cardiac disease, researchers say

  • Radiation May Raise Stroke Risk After Hodgkin's
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Expert urges use of alternative to 'toxic' treatment

  • New Anticoagulant Pill Works Well in Trial
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Lower doses safe and effective after heart attack and stroke

  • Calling All Heart Patients
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Phone, Internet interventions can improve prognosis for cardiac disease, researchers say

  • Stroke Damage Is Less in Rats Given Opioids
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Drugs induce a state of hibernation that improves recovery, study shows

  • Newest Coated Stent Does Well in Real-World Trial
    (17-Jun-2009)
    Safe and effective in an 'all-comer population,' researchers say

  • Little Steps Add Up to Major Reductions in Blood Pressure
    (16-Jun-2009)
    Boosting patients' awareness lowers risk of stroke and heart trouble, study found

  • Little Steps Add Up to Major Reductions in Blood Pressure
    (16-Jun-2009)
    Boosting patients' awareness lowers risk of stroke and heart trouble, study found

  • A Substitute for Those Who Can't Take Statins?
    (15-Jun-2009)
    Red yeast rice does well in small trial, but there are potential risks

  • Psoriasis Raises Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke, Death
    (15-Jun-2009)
    Inflammation looks like common thread, researcher says

  • Heart Association Warns of Surgery Risks in Obese
    (15-Jun-2009)
    Complications may include wound infections, heart problems, new advisory says

  • Psoriasis Raises Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke, Death
    (15-Jun-2009)
    Inflammation looks like common thread, researcher says

  • Anatomy Report Card: Public Gets an 'F'
    (12-Jun-2009)
    Ignorance could hamper doctor-patient communication, expert says

  • Heart Damage After Vascular Surgery Raises Death Risks
    (12-Jun-2009)
    Screening is urged because many people have no symptoms, researchers say

  • Cornflakes, White Bread Could Boost Heart Risk
    (11-Jun-2009)
    'High-glycemic' carbs like these hamper blood vessel function, study shows

  • Health Secrets of Red Wine Uncovered
    (11-Jun-2009)
    But for maximum benefits, sip don't gulp, research shows

  • Studies Report More Harmful Effects From BPA
    (10-Jun-2009)
    Chemical in plastics may hurt heart and fertility, researchers say

  • Reduced-Radiation Heart Scans Don't Compromise on Quality
    (09-Jun-2009)
    New techniques bring equivalent results without the potential dangers, study shows

  • Another Blood Fat Fuels Heart Attack Risk
    (09-Jun-2009)
    Danish study fingers high levels of lipoprotein(a)

  • Avandia Raises Risk of Heart Failure, Fractures
    (05-Jun-2009)
    But study found diabetes drug didn't increase chances of heart disease, death

  • Young Ballerinas May Face Heart, Bone Risks
    (05-Jun-2009)
    Too few calories, too much exertion can spell danger, study warns

  • Fewer Deaths Occurring From Brain Bleeds
    (04-Jun-2009)
    Better diagnosis, treatments behind decrease, researchers say

  • Fewer Deaths Occurring From Brain Bleeds
    (04-Jun-2009)
    Better diagnosis, treatments behind decrease, researchers say

  • Opening Arteries With Drug-Coated Stents OK Over 70
    (03-Jun-2009)
    Age not a factor in treatment outcome, new study shows

  • Opening Arteries With Drug-Coated Stents OK Over 70
    (03-Jun-2009)
    Age not a factor in treatment outcome, new study shows

  • Mini-Stroke Can Mean Major One Within Hours
    (01-Jun-2009)
    If full-blown stroke occurs, it often comes within a day, study shows

  • Women Who Run May Benefit From Extra Folic Acid
    (31-May-2009)
    In athletes who stop menstruating, supplements boost vascular function, study finds

  • Laughter Can Boost Heart Health
    (29-May-2009)
    Research finds it improves blood flow and may help ward off high blood pressure

  • Value of Taking Aspirin to Cut Heart Risk Varies
    (29-May-2009)
    For those with no history of heart disease, risks may outweigh benefits, research suggests

  • Value of Taking Aspirin to Cut Heart Risk Varies
    (29-May-2009)
    For those with no history of heart disease, risks may outweigh benefits, research suggests

  • Cancer Survivors Can Still Be Fit, Study Asserts
    (28-May-2009)
    Therapies do not appear to hamper cardiovascular health

  • Brain Can 'See' Objects Through Touch
    (28-May-2009)
    Tactile input plays a key role in visualization, study finds

  • Compression Stockings Offer Little Benefit After Stroke
    (28-May-2009)
    Risk of blood clots not affected by their use, new research shows

  • Window for Stroke Treatment Opens Wider
    (28-May-2009)
    Clot-busting drug found effective 4.5 hours after symptoms begin

  • Brain Can 'See' Objects Through Touch
    (28-May-2009)
    Tactile input plays a key role in visualization, study finds

  • Compression Stockings Offer Little Benefit After Stroke
    (28-May-2009)
    Risk of blood clots not affected by their use, new research shows

  • Window for Stroke Treatment Opens Wider
    (28-May-2009)
    Clot-busting drug found effective 4.5 hours after symptoms begin

  • Gum Disease, Heart Disease Share Genetic Link
    (26-May-2009)
    Discovery helps explain association between the two illnesses

  • NFL Players Not at Increased Heart Risk
    (26-May-2009)
    Study finds they showed no more signs of cardiovascular trouble than general male population

  • Gum Disease, Heart Disease Share Genetic Link
    (26-May-2009)
    Discovery helps explain association between the two illnesses

  • Adcirca Approved for Lung Disorder
    (26-May-2009)
    Drug has the same active ingredient as Cialis

  • Hardened Arteries Threaten Obese, Diabetic Youth
    (26-May-2009)
    Ultrasound shows damage tied to rising odds for stroke, heart attack, researchers say

  • Statins Can Help Prevent Second Stroke
    (26-May-2009)
    New study strengthens prior research on the cholesterol-lowering drugs

  • Strict Blood Sugar Control Lowers Heart Risks in Diabetics
    (22-May-2009)
    It prevents many complications of chronic disease, experts say

  • When Chest Pain Requires Quick Action in ER
    (20-May-2009)
    Urgency needed in only one-third of cases, study says

  • When Chest Pain Requires Quick Action in ER
    (20-May-2009)
    Urgency needed in only one-third of cases, study says

  • With Heart Attacks, Fast Treatment Matters
    (20-May-2009)
    The sooner angioplasty is done, the lower the death rate, study finds

  • When Chest Pain Requires Quick Action in ER
    (20-May-2009)
    Urgency needed in only one-third of cases, study says

  • Stem Cells May Offer New Way to Treat Blocked Arteries
    (19-May-2009)
    Injections into heart restore blood flow in small study

  • Stem Cells May Offer New Way to Treat Blocked Arteries
    (19-May-2009)
    Injections into heart restore blood flow in small study

  • Health Tip: Risk Factors for High Cholesterol?
    (19-May-2009)
    Why some people are more likely to have it

  • Stem Cells May Offer New Way to Treat Blocked Arteries
    (19-May-2009)
    Injections into heart restore blood flow in small study

  • Higher Fitness Levels Tied to Lower Heart, Death Risks
    (19-May-2009)
    Staying healthy means a quality life that lasts longer, review finds

  • Irregular Heartbeat Tied to Alzheimer's Disease
    (17-May-2009)
    Atrial fibrillation raised risk for dementia, study shows

  • Years of Heavy Smoking Raises Heart Risks
    (15-May-2009)
    30-year study in Norway sheds light on 'tremendously adverse' effects of tobacco use

  • Chewable Aspirin More Readily Absorbed
    (15-May-2009)
    Study suggests higher levels found in bloodstream could improve heart attack treatments

  • Years of Heavy Smoking Raises Heart Risks
    (15-May-2009)
    30-year study in Norway sheds light on 'tremendously adverse' effects of tobacco use

  • Risk Factor for Stroke More Common Among Whites
    (14-May-2009)
    Despite risk factors, blacks less likely to suffer atrial fibrillation

  • Catheter Ablation Effective in Treating Atrial Fibrillation
    (14-May-2009)
    Burning faulty tissue better than meds for irregular heartbeat, study suggests

  • Daily Exercise at School Yields Rewards
    (14-May-2009)
    Kids have healthier hearts and are less apt to be overweight, study finds

  • Catheter Ablation Effective in Treating Atrial Fibrillation
    (14-May-2009)
    Burning faulty tissue better than meds for irregular heartbeat, study suggests

  • Aspirin Lowers Stroke Risk in Peripheral Artery Disease
    (12-May-2009)
    But findings limited by lack of studies on subject, researchers note

  • Organ Donation Policies Vary Among Children's Hospitals
    (12-May-2009)
    More research, better adherence to recommendations needed, study suggests

  • Estrogen May Help Men's Hearts
    (12-May-2009)
    Too much or too little of the hormone, though, can be damaging, study finds

  • Aspirin Lowers Stroke Risk in Peripheral Artery Disease
    (12-May-2009)
    But findings limited by lack of studies on subject, researchers note

  • Walk Long, Slow and Often to Help the Heart
    (11-May-2009)
    Experts suggest a change of pace for cardiac rehab programs

  • DASH Diet Has Extra Benefits for Women's Health
    (11-May-2009)
    Diet to lower blood pressure may also cut risk of heart failure, research shows

  • Walk Long, Slow and Often to Help the Heart
    (11-May-2009)
    Experts suggest a change of pace for cardiac rehab programs

  • Seniors Often Misstate Stroke History
    (11-May-2009)
    Study suggests MRI scans better than questionnaires for evaluations

  • Fewer Heart Surgeries Needed as Technology Improves
    (08-May-2009)
    Better prevention methods, medical advances likely behind drop in bypass procedures

  • After Job Loss, People Report More Health Issues
    (08-May-2009)
    Society should consider ways to mitigate the effects, experts say

  • Fewer Heart Surgeries Needed as Technology Improves
    (08-May-2009)
    Better prevention methods, medical advances likely behind drop in bypass procedures

  • Racial Disparity Seen in Angioplasty Outcomes
    (08-May-2009)
    Black patients more likely to experience complications, study finds

  • Not All Caregivers Are Stressed and Depressed
    (08-May-2009)
    Some discover satisfaction in challenging role, survey finds

  • After Job Loss, People Report More Health Issues
    (08-May-2009)
    Society should consider ways to mitigate the effects, experts say

  • All Blood Pressure Drugs Lower Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
    (07-May-2009)
    Any are better than no treatment at all, study shows

  • Discharge Time After Angioplasty Varies
    (07-May-2009)
    Experts offer guidelines to help determine which patients need more observation

  • Telemedicine Helps Experts Treat Stroke From Afar
    (07-May-2009)
    AHA recommendations aim to improve care in underserved patients

  • Consider TIAs an Emergency, Groups Urge
    (07-May-2009)
    Experts say risk of full-blown stroke is higher than once thought

  • Device Offers Hope for Patients With Leaky Heart Valve
    (07-May-2009)
    May be option for those too sick for open-heart surgery, study suggests

  • Discharge Time After Angioplasty Varies
    (07-May-2009)
    Experts offer guidelines to help determine which patients need more observation

  • Too-Low Blood Pressure Can Also Bring Danger
    (07-May-2009)
    What's OK for the kidney and brain may not be best for the heart, expert says

  • Telemedicine Helps Experts Treat Stroke From Afar
    (07-May-2009)
    AHA recommendations aim to improve care in underserved patients

  • Consider TIAs an Emergency, Groups Urge
    (07-May-2009)
    Experts say risk of full-blown stroke is higher than once thought

  • All Blood Pressure Drugs Lower Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
    (07-May-2009)
    Any are better than no treatment at all, study shows

  • Drug-Coated Stents Better at Keeping Arteries Open
    (06-May-2009)
    But they show no lifesaving benefit over bare-metal version, studies show

  • CPAP Therapy Boosts Cardiac Surgery Outcomes
    (06-May-2009)
    Findings suggest airway pressure treatment prevents complications, cuts readmissions

  • Drug-Coated Stents Better at Keeping Arteries Open
    (06-May-2009)
    But they show no lifesaving benefit over bare-metal version, studies show

  • Plavix, Heartburn Drugs May Be Risky Combination
    (06-May-2009)
    Patients with stents should discuss the use of these meds with their doctor, cardiac group says

  • Urine Test Predicts Vein Clot Risk
    (05-May-2009)
    Those with elevated albumin levels were more likely to get DVT, pulmonary embolisms

  • Focusing on CPR Improves Survival
    (04-May-2009)
    Study urges rescuers to add compressions, delay other interventions

  • Black Youths With High BP May Face Elevated Heart Risks
    (03-May-2009)
    They also had raised cholesterol, so study suggests better screening for hypertension

  • Black Youths With High BP May Face Elevated Heart Risks
    (03-May-2009)
    They also had raised cholesterol, so study suggests better screening for hypertension

  • Drink a Little Wine, Live a Little Longer
    (01-May-2009)
    Study finds half a glass each day boosts men's life expectancy by five years

  • Managing Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Cuts Stroke Risk
    (30-Apr-2009)
    Study shows reaching optimal levels protects against heart attack, too

  • Genes May Affect Complications After Heart Surgery
    (30-Apr-2009)
    Study finds more shock and kidney problems in those with variant

  • Managing Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Cuts Stroke Risk
    (30-Apr-2009)
    Study shows reaching optimal levels protects against heart attack, too

  • Urine Test for Heart Disease Shows Promise
    (29-Apr-2009)
    Noninvasive method detects dangerous levels of artery-blocking proteins

  • Clinics Less Likely to Refer Heart Patients to Cardiologists
    (28-Apr-2009)
    Women especially affected if primary care came from community outlet

  • Computerized Scan Detects Heart Disease
    (28-Apr-2009)
    And prevents unnecessary testing, hospitalization, study shows

  • Clinics Less Likely to Refer Heart Patients to Cardiologists
    (28-Apr-2009)
    Women especially affected if primary care came from community outlet

  • Statins Guard Against Prostate Cancer
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Other studies found they also reduced chances of erectile dysfunction

  • Heart, Bone Problems May Follow Prostate Cancer Treatment
    (27-Apr-2009)
    Men on hormone-lowering therapy may require close monitoring, researchers say

  • Many Who Should Use Statins Don't
    (25-Apr-2009)
    Survey finds lack of access to medical care a big factor in trend

  • Hidden Salt in Diet Haunts Many With Heart Failure
    (25-Apr-2009)
    Study finds high sodium intake, despite efforts to cut back

  • Too Few Screened for Abdominal Aneurysm, Study Says
    (24-Apr-2009)
    Potentially life-threatening condition often goes undetected until rupture

  • Abnormal Heartbeat After Bypass a Bad Sign
    (24-Apr-2009)
    Atrial fibrillation ups long-term risk of dying, researchers report

  • Work Strife Stresses the Heart
    (24-Apr-2009)
    The link seems certain but solutions less so, experts say

  • With Peripheral Artery Disease, Med Adherence Is Low
    (24-Apr-2009)
    Survival, though, is greater when guidelines are followed, study finds

  • Limited English May Be Life-Threatening
    (24-Apr-2009)
    Study finds lower survival among less-fluent heart attack victims

  • Coordination Has Led to Quicker Heart Treatment
    (24-Apr-2009)
    Experts urge establishment of more regional networks

  • Too Few Screened for Abdominal Aneurysm, Study Says
    (24-Apr-2009)
    Potentially life-threatening condition often goes undetected until rupture

  • Lowered HRT Use May Have Cut Heart Attacks
    (24-Apr-2009)
    But women didn't experience a similar drop in strokes, study finds

  • Fatty Fish May Cut Heart Failure Risk in Men
    (22-Apr-2009)
    Study finds benefit from consuming just one serving a week

  • 'Silent' Heart Attacks More Common Than Thought
    (20-Apr-2009)
    Since they leave few signs, imaging reveals patients at much greater risk for death

  • 'Silent' Heart Attacks More Common Than Thought
    (20-Apr-2009)
    Since they leave few signs, imaging reveals patients at much greater risk for death

  • Fructose-Sweetened Drinks Up Metabolic Syndrome Risk
    (20-Apr-2009)
    But glucose-based beverages may not have same impact, study finds

  • Secondhand Smoke Quickly Affects Blood Vessels
    (17-Apr-2009)
    As little as 10 minutes of exposure changes cardiovascular function, researchers say

  • Secondhand Smoke Quickly Affects Blood Vessels
    (17-Apr-2009)
    As little as 10 minutes of exposure changes cardiovascular function, researchers say

  • Scientists Spot Stroke Genes
    (15-Apr-2009)
    Chromosomal region contains two suspect variants that raise risk for brain attack

  • Blood Pressure Drug May Not Ease Irregular Heartbeat
    (15-Apr-2009)
    Despite earlier promise, valsartan fails to deliver against atrial fibrillation, researchers say

  • Acetaminophen, Cholesterol Drugs May Help Fight Stroke
    (15-Apr-2009)
    Statins could help prevent attack, while painkiller might minimize damage, studies find

  • Scientists Spot Stroke Genes
    (15-Apr-2009)
    Chromosomal region contains two suspect variants that raise risk for brain attack

  • Former Inmates at Increased Risk for High Blood Pressure
    (14-Apr-2009)
    And they're more likely to lack treatment for it years after freedom, study finds

  • Former Inmates at Increased Risk for High Blood Pressure
    (14-Apr-2009)
    And they're more likely to lack treatment for it years after freedom, study finds

  • Heart Disease and Depression Up Heart Failure Risk
    (13-Apr-2009)
    Use of antidepressants makes little difference, study finds

  • Aspirin Linked to Brain Microbleeds
    (13-Apr-2009)
    Significance unclear, expert says

  • Review Confirms Links Between Diet, Heart Health
    (13-Apr-2009)
    Vegetables, nuts, and 'Mediterranean' fare most beneficial, researchers find

  • Heart Disease and Depression Up Heart Failure Risk
    (13-Apr-2009)
    Use of antidepressants makes little difference, study finds

  • Aspirin Linked to Brain Microbleeds
    (13-Apr-2009)
    Significance unclear, expert says

  • Review Confirms Links Between Diet, Heart Health
    (13-Apr-2009)
    Vegetables, nuts, and 'Mediterranean' fare most beneficial, researchers find

  • Screening Lowers Stroke Risk for Sickle Cell Kids
    (13-Apr-2009)
    But access to the tests is limited for children living far from centers, experts say

  • Aspirin Linked to Brain Microbleeds
    (13-Apr-2009)
    Significance unclear, expert says

  • Marathoners Go the Distance on Heart Health
    (10-Apr-2009)
    Even walking half an hour a day can boost longevity, study finds

  • Larger Men at Greater Risk for Atrial Fibrillation
    (08-Apr-2009)
    Swedish study says since children are getting bigger, condition may become more common

  • Obesity Linked to Heart Failure Risk
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Waist size important in women, not men, researchers report

  • Heart Transplant Failures More Likely in Poor, Minority Kids
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Low socioeconomic status and non-white race linked to worse outcomes

  • Exercise Might Benefit Some With Heart Failure
    (07-Apr-2009)
    Improvement was modest, but activity is safe and should be urged, expert says

  • Health Tip: About Heart Arrhythmia
    (02-Apr-2009)
    It's an irregular heartbeat

  • Daily Naps May Raise Older Women's Death Risk
    (02-Apr-2009)
    Addressing where the drowsiness comes from may be the solution, researchers say

  • Atkins Diet Tougher on Heart After Weight Loss
    (01-Apr-2009)
    Study found worse cholesterol, blood vessel health than with South Beach, Ornish regimens

  • Effort Could Lead to Blood Tests for Heart Problems
    (31-Mar-2009)
    Framingham researchers and private sector biotech scientists will collaborate

  • Plavix Plus Aspirin Lowers Stroke Risk
    (31-Mar-2009)
    Clot-busting combo can boost outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation, study finds

  • Effort Could Lead to Blood Tests for Heart Problems
    (31-Mar-2009)
    Framingham researchers and private sector biotech scientists will collaborate

  • New Device 'Fingers' Heart Risk
    (31-Mar-2009)
    Fingertip sensor tracks changes in blood flow, predicting odds for heart attack

  • Plavix Plus Aspirin Lowers Stroke Risk
    (31-Mar-2009)
    Clot-busting combo can boost outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation, study finds

  • Stem Cell Injections Seem to Reduce Angina Pain
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Early study finds improved ability to exercise within 6 months

  • New Surgery for Heart Failure Proves Ineffective
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Isolating damaged heart tissue does not produce better outcomes, study finds

  • One Pill Might Prevent Heart Disease
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Study finds five drugs in one dose reduced heart attack, stroke risk

  • New Device Treats Common Heart Rhythm Disorder
    (30-Mar-2009)
    It could replace anti-clotting drug warfarin for many patients, researchers say

  • Super Bowl Loss Can 'Kill' Some Fans
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Study found death rates rose after a defeat, and dropped after a victory

  • Statins May Help Before Artery-Opening Surgery
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Italian studies report fewer heart attacks after procedures

  • Hormone Reduces Mortality in Heart Patients With High BP
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Relaxin cuts shortness of breath and trimmed hospital stays, phase 2 study concludes

  • New Device Treats Common Heart Rhythm Disorder
    (30-Mar-2009)
    It could replace anti-clotting drug warfarin for many patients, researchers say

  • Statins May Help Before Artery-Opening Surgery
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Italian studies report fewer heart attacks after procedures

  • Stem Cell Injections Seem to Reduce Angina Pain
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Early study finds improved ability to exercise within 6 months

  • Statin Might Help Fight Blood Clots in Veins
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Cholesterol-lowering Crestor cut risk by 43 percent, study found

  • New Device Treats Common Heart Rhythm Disorder
    (30-Mar-2009)
    It could replace anti-clotting drug warfarin for many patients, researchers say

  • Super Bowl Loss Can 'Kill' Some Fans
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Study found death rates rose after a defeat, and dropped after a victory

  • Statin Might Help Fight Blood Clots in Veins
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Cholesterol-lowering Crestor cut risk by 43%, study found

  • Omega-3s of No Added Benefit to Heart Attack Patients
    (30-Mar-2009)
    Standard therapy wipes out any protection the supplement might provide, study finds

  • What Causes Mystery Heart Condition?
    (26-Mar-2009)
    Stress cardiomyopathy linked to common drugs, study finds

  • Registry Created for Broken Heart Syndrome
    (26-Mar-2009)
    Data collection aims to aid in recognizing, treating rare but real condition

  • New Guidelines for Treating Heart Failure
    (26-Mar-2009)
    Criteria include added section on hospital care and advice on drugs most effective in blacks

  • Using Too Much Salt Is Common in U.S., CDC Says
    (26-Mar-2009)
    Report finds that average sodium intake far exceeds recommendations, raising health risks

  • Using Too Much Salt Is Common in U.S., CDC Says
    (26-Mar-2009)
    Report finds that average sodium intake far exceeds recommendations, raising health risks

  • Music Can Help Restore Stroke Patients' Sight
    (25-Mar-2009)
    Favorite melodies encourage brain healing, study suggests

  • Health Tip: Try Kickboxing
    (24-Mar-2009)
    But begin gradually

  • Danon Disease Can Be Quickly Fatal, Study Finds
    (24-Mar-2009)
    Heart experts stress the importance of genetic testing and diagnosis

  • Lowest Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Levels the Best
    (23-Mar-2009)
    Maximum benefit seen with tightest control of risk factors, researchers report

  • High Blood Fat Levels Common in Americans
    (23-Mar-2009)
    And those fats, called triglycerides, may contribute to heart risk, study says

  • Study IDs Gene Variants Tied to Sudden Cardiac Death
    (23-Mar-2009)
    Finding could prevent fatal arrhythmias by limiting meds in those with risk factor

  • Family History Plays Key Role in Blood Clot Risk
    (23-Mar-2009)
    Study finds odds more than doubled, especially if kin was diagnosed at young age

  • Too Much Red Meat May Shorten Life Span
    (23-Mar-2009)
    Major study finds an effect, but critics say meat offers important nutrients

  • Diabetics and Elderly May Fare Better With Bypass
    (20-Mar-2009)
    Study finds that for some groups, survival odds after angioplasty are not as great

  • Genetics Should Decide Warfarin Dose, Study Reiterates
    (20-Mar-2009)
    What works for some people might be dangerous for others

  • Diabetics and Elderly May Fare Better With Bypass
    (20-Mar-2009)
    Study finds that for some groups, survival odds after angioplasty are not as great

  • Genetics Should Decide Warfarin Dose, Study Reiterates
    (20-Mar-2009)
    What works for some people might be dangerous for others

  • Support Network May Play Role in Benefits of Drinking
    (19-Mar-2009)
    Heart risks are found to be less pronounced in highly social men

  • Support Network May Play Role in Benefits of Drinking
    (19-Mar-2009)
    Heart risks are found to be less pronounced in highly social men

  • Study Finds Millions More May Benefit From Statins
    (19-Mar-2009)
    New prescribing criteria could prevent thousands of heart attacks

  • Support Network May Play Role in Benefits of Drinking
    (19-Mar-2009)
    Heart risks are found to be less pronounced in highly social men

  • High Rate of Early Heart Failure Seen in Blacks
    (18-Mar-2009)
    Biggest risk factors were hypertension, obesity, study found

  • Millions of Americans With Chronic Ills Put Off Health Care
    (18-Mar-2009)
    Survey shows they suffer consequences of delaying doctor visits, filling prescriptions

  • Guidelines Suggested for Heart-Kidney Transplants
    (18-Mar-2009)
    Study identifies factors that reduce survival rate for combo surgery

  • Obesity Takes Years Off Your Life
    (18-Mar-2009)
    It's similar to smoking when it comes to effect on longevity, researchers note

  • Drug Fails to Slow Progression of Atherosclerosis
    (17-Mar-2009)
    Pactimibe also was associated with more risk of major heart problems, study finds

  • Walk 100 Steps a Minute for 'Moderate' Exercise
    (17-Mar-2009)
    Study computes a pace brisk enough to meet activity guidelines

  • Drug Fails to Slow Progression of Atherosclerosis
    (17-Mar-2009)
    Pactimibe also was associated with more risk of major heart problems, study finds

  • Walk 100 Steps a Minute for 'Moderate' Exercise
    (17-Mar-2009)
    Study computes a pace brisk enough to meet activity guidelines

  • Firefighters Have Narrower-Than-Normal Arteries, Study Finds
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Experts cite smoke, eating habits and sleep patterns as potential causes

  • Defibrillator May Not Help Many With Heart Failure
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Elderly need to make tough choice on whether it's worthwhile, expert says

  • Firefighters Have Narrower-Than-Normal Arteries, Study Finds
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Experts cite smoke, eating habits and sleep patterns as potential causes

  • Study Questions Screening for Leg Vessel Blockages
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Current guidelines may be set too high to catch disabling peripheral artery disease, experts say

  • Firefighters Have Narrower-Than-Normal Arteries, Study Finds
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Experts cite smoke, eating habits and sleep patterns as potential causes

  • Experts Revise Guidelines on Daily Aspirin for Heart
    (16-Mar-2009)
    Lower dose appears safe and effective against heart attack in men, stroke in women

  • Drugs Before Stents for Stable Heart Disease, Study Says
    (13-Mar-2009)
    Most important, expert says, is to aggressively try to reduce risk factors

  • Investigational Drug May Help Avert Blood Clots
    (13-Mar-2009)
    Researchers say it works even when common blood thinners also are taken

  • Drugs Before Stents for Stable Heart Disease, Study Says
    (13-Mar-2009)
    Most important, expert says, is to aggressively try to reduce risk factors

  • Investigational Drug May Help Avert Blood Clots
    (13-Mar-2009)
    Researchers say it works even when common blood thinners also are taken

  • Preemie Delivery Tied to Later Heart Woes for Women
    (13-Mar-2009)
    And ovary removal is another reproductive factor linked to cardiovascular trouble, research shows

  • Some Elderly Heart Failure Patients Get Little Help From Meds, Study Finds
    (12-Mar-2009)
    Experts say new drugs and guidelines are needed to treat diastolic dysfunction

  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm Boosts Death Risk for Diabetics
    (12-Mar-2009)
    Blood pressure and cholesterol should be controlled more aggressively, study suggests

  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm Boosts Death Risk for Diabetics
    (12-Mar-2009)
    Blood pressure and cholesterol should be controlled more aggressively, study suggests

  • Overweight Preschoolers Raise Their Heart Disease Risk
    (11-Mar-2009)
    Study found they showed early signs of cardiovascular trouble

  • Neck Fat a Measure of Heart Risk
    (11-Mar-2009)
    It signals danger independently of stomach fat, researchers report

  • Migraines in Pregnancy Boost Vascular Risks
    (11-Mar-2009)
    Headaches should be seen as indicator of other problems, expert says

  • Migraines in Pregnancy Boost Vascular Risks
    (11-Mar-2009)
    Headaches should be seen as indicator of other problems, expert says

  • Antidepressant Use Tied to Cardiac Death in Women
    (10-Mar-2009)
    But the drugs may indicate more severe depression, rather than direct cause-and-effect, researchers say

  • Obesity, Diabetes and Heart Disease May Speed Dementia
    (10-Mar-2009)
    Expert urges people to modify lifestyle after reports find a connection

  • Device Approved for Child Heart Operations
    (09-Mar-2009)
    Helps minimize scarring after surgery

  • Belly Fat Puts the Pressure on Lungs
    (06-Mar-2009)
    Obesity may affect diaphragm, chest wall to decrease volume, study says

  • Blacks, Hispanics Less Apt to Get Best Heart Failure Care
    (06-Mar-2009)
    Disparity exists even though more minorities than whites meet criteria for cutting-edge treatment

  • Belly Fat Puts the Pressure on Lungs
    (06-Mar-2009)
    Obesity may affect diaphragm, chest wall to decrease volume, study says

  • Bad Marriages Harder on Women's Health
    (05-Mar-2009)
    More likely than mates to show signs of metabolic syndrome in strained unions, study finds

  • Second Stroke Prevention Efforts Found Wanting
    (05-Mar-2009)
    Many patients not getting services they need to prevent another attack, researchers say

  • Bad Marriages Harder on Women's Health
    (05-Mar-2009)
    More likely than mates to show signs of metabolic syndrome in strained unions, study finds

  • Second Stroke Prevention Efforts Found Wanting
    (05-Mar-2009)
    Many patients not getting services they need to prevent another attack, researchers say

  • Night Shift Work Hard on the Heart
    (03-Mar-2009)
    Study finds it alters levels of hormones, could raise risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease

  • U.S. Diet Needs Heart-Felt Overhaul
    (03-Mar-2009)
    Doctors urge all levels of society to encourage good eating habits, cut coronary risks

  • Risk Score May Predict Abnormal Heart Rhythm
    (27-Feb-2009)
    Could be first step in finding way to prevent atrial fibrillation, experts say

  • Views on Old Age May Become Reality Later
    (27-Feb-2009)
    What you think now could determine your health as you age, study shows

  • Even Mild Strokes Can Do Harm
    (27-Feb-2009)
    But many people ignore the 'whisper' of trouble

  • Risk Score May Predict Abnormal Heart Rhythm
    (27-Feb-2009)
    Could be first step in finding way to prevent atrial fibrillation, experts say

  • Views on Old Age May Become Reality Later
    (27-Feb-2009)
    What you think now could determine your health as you age, study shows

  • Men's Stroke Risk Rises Dramatically in Mid-40s
    (26-Feb-2009)
    And the contributing factors are often those seen in older patients, study finds

  • Health Tip: Understanding Metabolic Syndrome
    (26-Feb-2009)
    Factors that increase a person's risk of heart disease and diabetes

  • Diagnosing Strep Key to Curbing Rheumatic Heart Disease
    (26-Feb-2009)
    Untreated, one throat strain can lead to damaging fever, physicians warn

  • Diagnosing Strep Key to Curbing Rheumatic Heart Disease
    (26-Feb-2009)
    Untreated, one throat strain can lead to damaging fever, physicians warn

  • Health Tip: Understanding Metabolic Syndrome
    (26-Feb-2009)
    Factors that increase a person's risk of heart disease and diabetes

  • Men's Stroke Risk Rises Dramatically in Mid-40s
    (26-Feb-2009)
    And the contributing factors are often those seen in older patients, study finds

  • Weak Evidence Backs Most Heart Guidelines, Report Finds
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Experts agree that field needs more rigorous trials to aid doctors

  • Weak Evidence Backs Most Heart Guidelines, Report Finds
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Experts agree that field needs more rigorous trials to aid doctors

  • Weak Evidence Backs Most Heart Guidelines, Report Finds
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Experts agree that field needs more rigorous trials to aid doctors

  • Weak Evidence Backs Most Heart Guidelines, Report Finds
    (25-Feb-2009)
    Experts agree that field needs more rigorous trials to aid doctors

  • Aneurysms in 2nd Generation May Not Come Early
    (23-Feb-2009)
    In fact, ruptures tend to occur later in life, large study finds

  • Experimental Drug May Prevent Plaque Buildup
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Further study, though, could reveal pitfalls, expert warns

  • Coffee or Tea Consumption May Lower Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Drinking more of either beverage seems to bestow benefits, studies show

  • Early Menopause Doubles Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Experts suspect lowered estrogen levels might be a factor

  • Women Less Apt to Get Clot-Buster, Study Finds
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Some think gender inequality stems from different stroke symptoms in men and women

  • Laser Therapy Disappoints in Stroke Trial
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Treatment targeting damaged brain areas did not bring significant reductions in disability, researchers say

  • Few Stroke Patients Get Clot-Busting Drug
    (20-Feb-2009)
    tPA can reduce disability, but less than 3% of Medicare patients receive it, study shows

  • Coffee or Tea Consumption May Lower Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Drinking more of either beverage seems to bestow benefits, studies show

  • New Advances May Treat Stroke Faster, Better
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Innovations include 'brain stents' and a clot-busting drug delivered directly to the brain

  • Early Menopause Doubles Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Experts suspect lowered estrogen levels might be a factor

  • Women Less Apt to Get Clot-Buster, Study Finds
    (20-Feb-2009)
    Some think gender inequality stems from different stroke symptoms in men and women

  • Know the Warning Signs of Stroke? Most Don't.
    (19-Feb-2009)
    People at greatest risk seem to know the least, survey finds

  • Fast Arrival at Hospital After Stroke Pays Off
    (19-Feb-2009)
    These patients were twice as likely to get clot-busting drug, study shows

  • More Fast-Food Joints in Neighborhoods Mean More Strokes
    (19-Feb-2009)
    Analysis is interesting, but doesn't prove cause and effect, researcher says

  • B Vitamins Might Lower Stroke Risk
    (19-Feb-2009)
    But jury is still out on their value, experts note

  • Know the Warning Signs of Stroke? Most Don't.
    (19-Feb-2009)
    People at greatest risk seem to know the least, survey finds

  • Fast Arrival at Hospital After Stroke Pays Off
    (19-Feb-2009)
    These patients were twice as likely to get clot-busting drug, study shows

  • More Fast-Food Joints in Neighborhoods Mean More Strokes
    (19-Feb-2009)
    Analysis is interesting, but doesn't prove cause and effect, researcher says

  • B Vitamins Might Lower Stroke Risk
    (19-Feb-2009)
    But jury is still out on their value, experts note

  • Obesity, Lack of Insurance Take Toll on Young Americans
    (19-Feb-2009)
    CDC annual report on nation's health focuses on those aged 18 to 29

  • Is Bypass Truly Better than Stenting?
    (18-Feb-2009)
    Read the fine print, experts say in disputing new study's finding

  • Working With Robots May Help After a Stroke
    (18-Feb-2009)
    People who lost use of a hand recaptured movement, study finds

  • Genetics May Help Fine-Tune Warfarin Dosage
    (18-Feb-2009)
    Formula that includes DNA data proves faster, more accurate in early tests

  • Is Bypass Truly Better than Stenting?
    (18-Feb-2009)
    Read the fine print, experts say in disputing new study's finding

  • Working With Robots May Help After a Stroke
    (18-Feb-2009)
    People who lost use of a hand recaptured movement, study finds

  • Silent Strokes More Common in Younger People Than Thought
    (18-Feb-2009)
    The symptomless events are 5 times more prevalent than full-blown stroke in people under 65, MRI study shows

  • Genetics May Help Fine-Tune Warfarin Dosage
    (18-Feb-2009)
    Formula that includes DNA data proves faster, more accurate in early tests

  • ER Less Likely to Diagnose Stroke in Younger Folks
    (18-Feb-2009)
    New research finds misdiagnosis risk goes up as age goes down

  • Health Tip: Preparing for a Stress Test
    (17-Feb-2009)
    What to expect, and how to get ready

  • Exploring Genetic Link Between Migraines, Cardiovascular Trouble
    (17-Feb-2009)
    Suspected variant is not a player, but two genotypes might be, study finds

  • Salt Boosts Blood Pressure in High-Risk Patients
    (16-Feb-2009)
    Metabolic syndrome may enhance sodium's effect on the body, study suggests

  • Not Many U.S. Kids Need Statins
    (16-Feb-2009)
    Fewer than 1% with high cholesterol, study shows

  • Salt Boosts Blood Pressure in High-Risk Patients
    (16-Feb-2009)
    Metabolic syndrome may enhance sodium's effect on the body, study suggests

  • Genes That Control Body's Salt Levels Are Identified
    (16-Feb-2009)
    Whether finding will lead to treatment improvements remains unclear

  • Coffee Drinking Lowers Women's Stroke Risk
    (16-Feb-2009)
    Two or more cups a day boosts protection for nonsmokers, study finds

  • Coffee Drinking Lowers Women's Stroke Risk
    (16-Feb-2009)
    Two or more cups a day boosts protection for nonsmokers, study finds

  • Being Heart Smart Just Makes Sense
    (15-Feb-2009)
    Knowing the early warning signs of an attack can greatly increase survival, group says

  • Stars Strut Catwalk for Women's Heart Health
    (13-Feb-2009)
    Annual Red Dress show aims to put top killer out of style

  • Stars Strut Catwalk for Women's Heart Health
    (13-Feb-2009)
    Annual Red Dress show aims to put top killer out of style

  • Stars Strut Catwalk for Women's Heart Health
    (13-Feb-2009)
    Annual Red Dress show aims to put top killer out of style

  • Secondhand Smoke Linked to Dementia
    (13-Feb-2009)
    Exposure may increase risk by 44%, researchers say

  • Skin Cells Turned Into Working Heart Muscle
    (12-Feb-2009)
    Research could lead to new treatments for organ's diseases that have genetic cause

  • Study Brings Value of Echocardiography Into Focus
    (12-Feb-2009)
    The imaging technique leads to better diagnosis, treatment for heart patients

  • Skin Cells Turned Into Working Heart Muscle
    (12-Feb-2009)
    Research could lead to new treatments for organ's diseases that have genetic cause

  • New Drug Shows Promise Against Heartbeat Abnormality
    (11-Feb-2009)
    Dronedarone reduced strokes, heart attacks in those with atrial fibrillation

  • Gender Disparities Persist in Treatment of Stroke
    (10-Feb-2009)
    Raft of studies points up many of the differences in care, incidence of brain attacks

  • Gender Disparities Persist in Treatment of Stroke
    (10-Feb-2009)
    Raft of studies points up many of the differences in care, incidence of brain attacks

  • Genetic Test for Heart Disease Risk in the Works
    (09-Feb-2009)
    International studies lay groundwork for designing way to spot susceptible patients

  • Taking Statins Faithfully Lengthens Life
    (09-Feb-2009)
    But experts note finding colored by fact that these folks take better care of themselves generally

  • Vitamins Do Older Women Little Good
    (09-Feb-2009)
    Study finds they don't reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer

  • Health Tip: Control Risk Factors for Stroke
    (09-Feb-2009)
    Things you can help change

  • Vitamins Do Older Women Little Good
    (09-Feb-2009)
    Study finds they don't reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer

  • Healthy Heart Tips for a Bad Economy
    (07-Feb-2009)
    Don't let your body pay the price in uncertain times, experts say

  • First Ablation Catheters Approved for Atrial Fibrillation
    (06-Feb-2009)
    Designed to treat irregular heartbeat when medication doesn't work

  • Shorter Menopause May Speed Risk of Heart Disease
    (05-Feb-2009)
    Transition within 3 years allows more plaque buildup in arteries, study finds

  • Statins Don't Cut Cancer Risk
    (05-Feb-2009)
    Animal study found 2 popular cholesterol-lowering drugs had little effect on tumors

  • Shorter Menopause May Speed Risk of Heart Disease
    (05-Feb-2009)
    Transition within 3 years allows more plaque buildup in arteries, study finds

  • Quick Stroke Treatment Improves Outcomes
    (05-Feb-2009)
    Rapid action cuts death rate, costs, length of stay and risk of recurrence, study finds

  • Quick Stroke Treatment Improves Outcomes
    (05-Feb-2009)
    Rapid action cuts death rate, costs, length of stay and risk of recurrence, study finds

  • High Resting Heart Rate Spells Trouble for Women
    (04-Feb-2009)
    Study finds it raises risk of heart attack, while expert notes exercise best antidote

  • Radiation From CT Scans Not Always the Same
    (03-Feb-2009)
    Study finds wide variation in exposure, depending on several factors

  • Inflammation May Play Role in Sleep Duration
    (02-Feb-2009)
    Stress, mood affect cytokine regulators underlying resting habits, study says

  • Stroke Drug Might Be a Memory-Booster
    (02-Feb-2009)
    Fasudil improved the recall of middle-aged rats, scientists say

  • Synthetic HDL Could Fight Heart Disease
    (30-Jan-2009)
    Sponge-like molecule sops up bad lipoproteins, researchers say

  • Preeclampsia in Pregnancy Boosts Future Health Risks
    (30-Jan-2009)
    Moms may face chance of hypertension, diabetes and blood clots, study says

  • Synthetic HDL Could Fight Heart Disease
    (30-Jan-2009)
    Sponge-like molecule sops up bad lipoproteins, researchers say

  • Top 10 Heart-Stroke Advances for 2008
    (30-Jan-2009)
    AHA says research looked at smoking bans, acute care, diabetes control and childhood obesity

  • Preeclampsia in Pregnancy Boosts Future Health Risks
    (30-Jan-2009)
    Moms may face chance of hypertension, diabetes and blood clots, study says

  • Top 10 Heart-Stroke Advances for 2008
    (30-Jan-2009)
    AHA says research looked at smoking bans, acute care, diabetes control and childhood obesity

  • Monitoring Protein Didn't Improve Heart Failure Outcomes
    (27-Jan-2009)
    Study finds just watching symptoms leads to similar survival rates in older patients

  • Omega-6 Fatty Acids Can Be Good for You
    (26-Jan-2009)
    New advisory puts worries about possible link to heart disease to rest

  • Omega-6 Fatty Acids Can Be Good for You
    (26-Jan-2009)
    New advisory puts worries about possible link to heart disease to rest

  • 60 Million Worldwide Carry Heart Disease Mutation
    (23-Jan-2009)
    Muscle protein variant, most common in India, leaves carriers with little warning of dangers

  • 60 Million Worldwide Carry Heart Disease Mutation
    (23-Jan-2009)
    Muscle protein variant, most common in India, leaves carriers with little warning of dangers

  • New Brain Hemorrhage Guidelines Stress Quick Action
    (22-Jan-2009)
    Hospitals with more expertise handling these attacks also boost survival outcomes

  • Gender May Influence Heart Failure Treatment
    (22-Jan-2009)
    Care varies for men and women, and by male and female doctors, study finds

  • Moderate Alcohol Consumption May Protect Against Disabilities
    (22-Jan-2009)
    Study found healthy older adults were better able to carry out daily tasks

  • New Brain Hemorrhage Guidelines Stress Quick Action
    (22-Jan-2009)
    Hospitals with more expertise handling these attacks also boost survival outcomes

  • Kidney, Heart Problems May Be Linked
    (21-Jan-2009)
    Older people face more risks when kidneys are damaged, study finds

  • Kidney, Heart Problems May Be Linked
    (21-Jan-2009)
    Older people face more risks when kidneys are damaged, study finds

  • MRI Scans Reveal Post-Heart Attack Bleeding
    (20-Jan-2009)
    Images could offer doctors a better assessment of patient's condition, chances of recovery

  • Study Weighs Cost, Benefit of Gene Tests Before Warfarin Rx
    (20-Jan-2009)
    The screens resulted in better patient outcomes but at high price, researchers say

  • Abnormal Heart Function Reduces Exercise Capacity
    (20-Jan-2009)
    Older patients were more affected, study found

  • Angioplasty Via Wrist May Be Safer
    (20-Jan-2009)
    It's seldom used but entails lower risk, speedier recovery, researchers say

  • Genetic Data May Not Boost Heart Disease Predictions
    (19-Jan-2009)
    Traditional risk factors are just as reliable, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Health Tip: Wine Could Benefit the Heart
    (19-Jan-2009)
    But only in moderation

  • Cholesterol Levels May Not Measure Cardiac Risk
    (16-Jan-2009)
    Normal readings showed up in many who had heart attacks, study shows

  • Sleep Apnea Seems to Wear Down the Brain
    (15-Jan-2009)
    Repeated blood flow changes may be at the root of higher stroke risk, study says

  • Sleep Apnea Seems to Wear Down the Brain
    (15-Jan-2009)
    Repeated blood flow changes may be at the root of higher stroke risk, study says

  • Newer Contraceptives Don't Increase Heart Risk
    (15-Jan-2009)
    But more research is needed because they may lead to blood clots, study says

  • Blood Flow Measurement Boosts Stent Outcomes
    (14-Jan-2009)
    Technology reduces deaths, complications, but may be too costly for some centers, experts say

  • Women With Heart Attack Symptoms See Delays in Care
    (13-Jan-2009)
    Differences in initial symptoms could explain discrepancy, study suggests

  • Diet, Exercise Cuts Kids' Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
    (13-Jan-2009)
    Preventing obesity boosts blood vessel function even without weight loss, study says

  • Millions More Americans Might Be Placed on Statins
    (13-Jan-2009)
    Recent data could lead to wider prescribing of cholesterol-lowering drugs, experts say

  • Framingham Score May Not Spot Lifetime Heart Risk
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Study is third in a week to question some facet of the widely used guideline

  • Sodium, Potassium Intake Tied to Heart Disease
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Study finds 24% greater risk per unit increase in salt-to-mineral ratio

  • Sodium, Potassium Intake Tied to Heart Disease
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Study finds 24% greater risk per unit increase in salt-to-mineral ratio

  • Framingham Score May Not Spot Lifetime Heart Risk
    (12-Jan-2009)
    Study is third in a week to question some facet of the widely used guideline

  • Doctors Re-Examine Blood Thinners to Prevent Strokes
    (11-Jan-2009)
    They're effective, but must be used with caution, experts say

  • Studies Challenge Framingham Risk Score
    (09-Jan-2009)
    The long-standing assessment for heart risk may not be accurate in some cases

  • Doctors Urged to Screen Diabetics for Sleep Apnea
    (08-Jan-2009)
    Treatment may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease

  • Guidelines Unveiled for Treating Clogged Heart Arteries
    (08-Jan-2009)
    A key deciding factor should be that benefits outweigh risks, experts say

  • FDA Backs Cholesterol Drug Vytorin
    (08-Jan-2009)
    Review says it lowered bad cholesterol more effectively than Zocor

  • Doctors Urged to Screen Diabetics for Sleep Apnea
    (08-Jan-2009)
    Treatment may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease

  • Inflammation Markers May Help Predict Stroke Risk
    (08-Jan-2009)
    They should be used when assessing traditional risk factors, experts say

  • Family History of Aneurysm Raises Stroke Risk for Smokers
    (07-Jan-2009)
    They're 6 times likely to suffer bleeding stroke, study finds

  • Family History of Aneurysm Raises Stroke Risk for Smokers
    (07-Jan-2009)
    They're 6 times likely to suffer bleeding stroke, study finds

  • When the Heart Stops Beating
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Survivors tell their stories of sudden cardiac arrest

  • Viagra May Shield Heart From Blood Pressure Damage
    (05-Jan-2009)
    Sildenafil appears to delay dangerous heart muscle expansion in mice

  • Dubious Drugs, Tainted Foods Top 2008's Health Stories
    (31-Dec-2008)
    But deaths from heart disease, cancer show encouraging drop

  • Dubious Drugs, Tainted Foods Top 2008's Health Stories
    (31-Dec-2008)
    But deaths from heart disease, cancer show encouraging drop

  • Optimal Warfarin Dosing Improves Anticoagulation Control
    (30-Dec-2008)
    Increasing time within the therapeutic range of utmost importance, study finds

  • Optimal Warfarin Dosing Improves Anticoagulation Control
    (30-Dec-2008)
    Increasing time within the therapeutic range of utmost importance, study finds

  • Guide on Blood Thinner Now Available in Spanish
    (29-Dec-2008)
    Brochure may help spread the word about warfarin's possible complications

  • Climate Change May Boost Contact With Pollutants
    (26-Dec-2008)
    Exposure to elevated ozone levels associated with increased hospital admissions

  • Fish Oil's Benefits Remain Elusive
    (24-Dec-2008)
    Review finds it may cut cardiac mortality but not help those with heart rhythm problems

  • Fish Oil's Benefits Remain Elusive
    (24-Dec-2008)
    Review finds it may cut cardiac mortality but not help those with heart rhythm problems

  • Gene Ups Risk for Those on Blood-Thinner Plavix
    (23-Dec-2008)
    Younger patients with the mutation faced higher odds of heart attack, death, studies found

  • Even a Little Overweight, Inactivity Hurts the Heart
    (22-Dec-2008)
    Large study finds increased risk of heart failure

  • Coated Stents Better Than Bare Metal Ones in Short Run
    (18-Dec-2008)
    But slightly higher mortality rates showed up after 3 years, study finds

  • Depression, Anxiety Hinder Quality of Life After Stroke
    (18-Dec-2008)
    Rehab efforts should focus on coping styles to boost outcomes, study says

  • Depression, Anxiety Hinder Quality of Life After Stroke
    (18-Dec-2008)
    Rehab efforts should focus on coping styles to boost outcomes, study says

  • Bat Saliva-Based Stroke Drug Disappoints in Trial
    (18-Dec-2008)
    But the study's design may be to blame for desmoteplase's poor showing, researchers say

  • Clot Dissolver Doesn't Boost Survival in Cardiac Arrest Patients
    (17-Dec-2008)
    In study, those with pulmonary clots saw benefit

  • Strict Blood Sugar Lowering Won't Ease Diabetes Heart Risk
    (17-Dec-2008)
    Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say

  • Strict Blood Sugar Lowering Won't Ease Diabetes Heart Risk
    (17-Dec-2008)
    Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say

  • Among Cardiologists, Women Cite Discrimination
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Survey finds roadblocks still plague female practitioners

  • Small Doses of Carbon Monoxide Might Help Stroke Victims
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Mouse study showed it reduced brain damage after attack

  • Program Aids Hospital Compliance With Stroke Guidelines
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Goal is to improve use of treatments proven to cut post-illness complications

  • Children of Centenarians Face Lower Heart Risks
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Finding adds weight to belief that longevity runs in families

  • Small Doses of Carbon Monoxide Might Help Stroke Victims
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Mouse study showed it reduced brain damage after attack

  • Program Aids Hospital Compliance With Stroke Guidelines
    (16-Dec-2008)
    Goal is to improve use of treatments proven to cut post-illness complications

  • Stress Triggers Heart-Damaging Behavior
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Study found the dynamic raised cardiovascular risks by 50%

  • Stress Triggers Heart-Damaging Behavior
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Study found the dynamic raised cardiovascular risks by 50%

  • Deaths From Heart Disease, Stroke Down 30%
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Medical advances, not lifestyle changes, are source of the improvement, AHA says

  • Stress Triggers Heart-Damaging Behavior
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Study found the dynamic raised cardiovascular risks by 50%

  • Deaths From Heart Disease, Stroke Down 30%
    (15-Dec-2008)
    Medical advances, not lifestyle changes, are source of the improvement, AHA says

  • Panic Disorder Linked to Higher Risk of Heart Disease
    (12-Dec-2008)
    Researchers not sure whether one causes the other, or one is mistaken for the other

  • Crowded Households Raise Women's Heart Risk
    (11-Dec-2008)
    Stress of work and taking care of family to blame, Japanese study finds

  • Multiple ICD Replacements Can Predict Complications
    (11-Dec-2008)
    Those with history of repeat surgeries likely to face infection, bleeding, study finds

  • Defect in Gene Tied to Atrial Fibrillation
    (11-Dec-2008)
    Finding challenges idea that the heart rhythm disorder is an electrical problem

  • Crowded Households Raise Women's Heart Risk
    (11-Dec-2008)
    Stress of work and taking care of family to blame, Japanese study finds

  • Defect in Gene Tied to Atrial Fibrillation
    (11-Dec-2008)
    Finding challenges idea that the heart rhythm disorder is an electrical problem

  • Fast Heart Rate Warns of Obesity, Diabetes
    (11-Dec-2008)
    And those conditions take toll on the heart, study says

  • 11 New Cholesterol Genes Identified
    (08-Dec-2008)
    Could be targets for drug treatment, researchers note

  • Women's Death Rate Higher From Severe Heart Attack
    (08-Dec-2008)
    Undertreatment at the hospital may be a contributing cause, study suggests

  • Lung Disease Tied to Increased Risk for Cardiac Events
    (05-Dec-2008)
    IPF patients 3 times more likely to suffer heart problems, study says

  • Binge Drinking Clogs Arteries With Plaque
    (04-Dec-2008)
    Immune cells stick inside blood vessels causing inflammation, blockage, study finds

  • Binge Drinking Clogs Arteries With Plaque
    (04-Dec-2008)
    Immune cells stick inside blood vessels causing inflammation, blockage, study finds

  • Robotic Device Could Help Stroke Patients
    (04-Dec-2008)
    Through exercise, it seems to boost activity in a key region of the brain

  • Generic Heart Drugs as Good as Brand-Name Counterparts
    (02-Dec-2008)
    Review found most were as effective, despite editorials urging opposite

  • Generic Heart Drugs as Good as Brand-Name Counterparts
    (02-Dec-2008)
    Review found most were as effective, despite editorials urging opposite

  • Light Drinking Poses No Heart Risk for Women
    (02-Dec-2008)
    But more than two glasses a day linked to atrial fibrillation, study finds

  • High Salt Levels Common in Many Foods
    (02-Dec-2008)
    Cereals, licorice, pancakes, among other products, home to sodium, study says

  • Heavy Traffic Can Be Heartbreaking
    (30-Nov-2008)
    Exposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries

  • Heavy Traffic Can Be Heartbreaking
    (30-Nov-2008)
    Exposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries

  • Anesthesia Type Won't Influence Neck Artery Surgery Outcomes
    (26-Nov-2008)
    Study may settle debate on safety of general vs. local delivery

  • Depression's Behavior Changes Linked to Heart Risks
    (25-Nov-2008)
    But lifestyle modifications, especially exercise, can cut the odds, study says

  • Chromosome Linked to Diabetics' Heart Risks
    (25-Nov-2008)
    Genetic variation identifies those with poor glucose control likely to have artery disease

  • Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring Predicts Risks
    (24-Nov-2008)
    'Ambulatory' measures are better than readings in doctor's office, study says

  • Ultrasound Can Help Break Up DVTs
    (24-Nov-2008)
    Adding it to clot-busting drug eased the blockages, study found

  • Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring Predicts Risks
    (24-Nov-2008)
    'Ambulatory' measures are better than readings in doctor's office, study says

  • High Blood Pressure Stalks Many Americans
    (21-Nov-2008)
    Seven in 10 don't do enough to protect themselves from stroke, heart attack

  • Parent Smoking During Pregnancy Raises Kids' Heart Risks
    (20-Nov-2008)
    More carotid artery thickening in these young adults points to danger, study finds

  • Specialized Stroke Care Improves Outcomes
    (20-Nov-2008)
    And for those hospitals without dedicated units, telemedicine can bridge gap, study says

  • Smokeout '08: The Perfect Time to Quit
    (20-Nov-2008)
    American Cancer Society urges people to stop for a day, then for life

  • Specialized Stroke Care Improves Outcomes
    (20-Nov-2008)
    And for those hospitals without dedicated units, telemedicine can bridge gap, study says

  • EKG Not Strong Predictor of Heart Risk
    (14-Nov-2008)
    Adds little to other diagnostic measures, British researchers report

  • EKG Not Strong Predictor of Heart Risk
    (14-Nov-2008)
    Adds little to other diagnostic measures, British researchers report

  • Angioplasty Not Always Worth the Price
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Cost analysis finds procedure often doesn't bring enough benefit to offset expense

  • With Angioplasty, More Is Better
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Hospitals that perform the heart procedure more often do better, study finds

  • High Blood Fat Levels Tied to Ischemic Stroke Risk
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Study says triglyceride tests done without fasting simpler, better define those in danger

  • Angioplasty Not Always Worth the Price
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Cost analysis finds procedure often doesn't bring enough benefit to offset expense

  • High Blood Fat Levels Tied to Ischemic Stroke Risk
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Study says triglyceride tests done without fasting simpler, better define those in danger

  • High Blood Fat Levels Tied to Ischemic Stroke Risk
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Study says triglyceride tests done without fasting simpler, better define those in danger

  • Vest Monitors 'Individual' Air Pollution
    (12-Nov-2008)
    Researchers in Detroit say it detected additional cardiovascular damage

  • After Decades, Decreases in Heart Risk Factors Level Off
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Researchers point to obesity epidemic in explaining the troubling trend

  • Retired NFL Players Don't Face Greater Heart Risk
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Keeping physically active may help to tackle health threats, study says

  • Obese Kids Have Old Arteries
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Tests showed their carotid artery walls as thick as that of a middle-aged person

  • Joyful Music in Tune With Heart Health
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Study finds it leads to improved blood flow

  • Lipoprotein Levels May Predict Women's Hypertension Risk
    (11-Nov-2008)
    These particles carry cholesterol and triglycerides throughout the body

  • After Decades, Decreases in Heart Risk Factors Level Off
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Researchers point to obesity epidemic in explaining the troubling trend

  • Flu Shots Lower Risk of Blood Clots
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Study found getting one reduced chances by 26%

  • Beta Blocker Use Questioned in Non-Heart Surgery
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Increased risk of stroke a major issue in analysis of 33 research projects

  • New Type of Stent Shows Promise
    (11-Nov-2008)
    It recruits blood vessel cells as a kind of heart-healthy coating, experts explain

  • Beta Blocker Use Questioned in Non-Heart Surgery
    (11-Nov-2008)
    Increased risk of stroke a major issue in analysis of 33 research projects

  • Lipoprotein Levels May Predict Women's Hypertension Risk
    (11-Nov-2008)
    These particles carry cholesterol and triglycerides throughout the body

  • Study Upholds Stopping Plavix Use Before Surgery
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Taken less than 5 days before operation leads to more bleeding, longer hospital stay, study finds

  • Heartbeat Might One Day Power Pacemakers
    (10-Nov-2008)
    British researchers suggest harnessing that energy could lead to cardiac devices that last longer, do more

  • Coated Stents Best for Heart Patients With Diabetes
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Were safer, more effective than bare metal ones, study shows

  • Speed Not Always of the Essence With Heart Cases in ER
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Study found some low-risk patients can wait for tests

  • Hispanics Less Likely to Get Repeat Artery Surgery
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Even though they have risk factors that could lead to coronary problems, study finds

  • Study Upholds Stopping Plavix Use Before Surgery
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Taken less than 5 days before operation leads to more bleeding, longer hospital stay, study finds

  • MP3 Player Headphones May Throw Off Cardiac Devices
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Study found they could cause interference when placed too closely to pacemakers, ICDs

  • Statin Might Help More People Fight Heart Disease Than Thought
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Crestor worked well in those with normal LDL but slightly elevated CRP levels, study finds

  • Aspirin Doesn't Guard Diabetics Against Heart Disease
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Second study found vitamins E, C did little to protect healthy men, either

  • Heartbeat Might One Day Power Pacemakers
    (10-Nov-2008)
    British researchers suggest harnessing that energy could lead to cardiac devices that last longer, do more

  • Coated Stents Best for Heart Patients With Diabetes
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Were safer, more effective than bare metal ones, study shows

  • Speed Not Always of the Essence With Heart Cases in ER
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Study found some low-risk patients can wait for tests

  • Hispanics Less Likely to Get Repeat Artery Surgery
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Even though they have risk factors that could lead to coronary problems, study finds

  • Aspirin Doesn't Guard Diabetics Against Heart Disease
    (10-Nov-2008)
    Second study found vitamins E, C did little to protect healthy men, either

  • ER Physicians Press for New Cardiac Arrest Strategies
    (07-Nov-2008)
    More bystander CPR, faster patient-to-doctor time would boost survival rates, survey finds

  • Banned Obesity Drug Tied to Heart Risks Long After Use
    (07-Nov-2008)
    Study shows appetite suppressant fenfluramine may damage cardiac valves years later

  • Green Areas Lower Health Inequities Between Rich, Poor
    (06-Nov-2008)
    Having more parks, forests, playing fields affects health behaviors, study says

  • Green Areas Lower Health Inequities Between Rich, Poor
    (06-Nov-2008)
    Having more parks, forests, playing fields affects health behaviors, study says

  • Whole Grains Lower Risk of Heart Failure
    (05-Nov-2008)
    Eating these foods and reducing intake of high-fat dairy, eggs improve odds against disease

  • Whole Grains Lower Risk of Heart Failure
    (05-Nov-2008)
    Eating these foods and reducing intake of high-fat dairy, eggs improve odds against disease

  • Study Sheds Light on Painkillers' Heart Risk
    (03-Nov-2008)
    Cox-2 drugs, like Celebrex, less safe than Cox-1 drugs, like naproxen, study says

  • Kidney Patients More Susceptible to Sudden Cardiac Death
    (31-Oct-2008)
    Study found inflammation, malnutrition raised risk in this group

  • Statins Lower Blood Marker for Prostate Cancer
    (30-Oct-2008)
    But it's not clear if the cholesterol-lowering drugs protect against the disease

  • Rate of Diabetes Cases Doubles in 10 Years: CDC
    (30-Oct-2008)
    The obesity epidemic is fueling the type 2 disease epidemic, officials say

  • Electrical Brain Stimulation May Boost Dexterity
    (30-Oct-2008)
    Finding could lead to new treatments for stroke victims, study suggests

  • Major Illnesses in U.S. Seniors Cost $196 Billion Annually
    (30-Oct-2008)
    These include lung diseases, heart disease, pneumonia and gastrointestinal woes

  • Statins Lower Blood Marker for Prostate Cancer
    (30-Oct-2008)
    But it's not clear if the cholesterol-lowering drugs protect against the disease

  • Electrical Brain Stimulation May Boost Dexterity
    (30-Oct-2008)
    Finding could lead to new treatments for stroke victims, study suggests

  • Black Heart Patients Treated Less for Depression
    (29-Oct-2008)
    Only half as likely as white patients to receive therapy, study finds

  • Key Blood Test Protein May Not Cause Heart Disease
    (29-Oct-2008)
    CRP may only reflect existing cardiovascular trouble, study finds

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis May Harm Gums
    (28-Oct-2008)
    Periodontal disease rises as the joint ailment worsens, research shows

  • Statins Reduced Death Risk From Pneumonia
    (28-Oct-2008)
    One-third lower mortality for hospitalized patients, study found

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis May Harm Gums
    (28-Oct-2008)
    Periodontal disease rises as the joint ailment worsens, research shows

  • Common Heart Drugs May Hamper Blood Thinner
    (27-Oct-2008)
    Calcium channel blockers could inhibit Plavix action, study says

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis a Threat to the Heart
    (27-Oct-2008)
    Greater risk of heart attack, and more complications later, studies find

  • Cherry-Enriched Diet Cut Heart Risks in Rats
    (26-Oct-2008)
    Study finds tart powder reduced inflammation, cholesterol and belly fat

  • Even Mild Sleep Apnea Hikes Heart Risk
    (24-Oct-2008)
    It can lead to stiffening of arteries, study says

  • 40 Years of Heart Transplants
    (24-Oct-2008)
    They're safer now, but still rare because of lack of donors, experts say

  • Health Tip: Risk Factors for Heart Disease
    (23-Oct-2008)
    Things you can control ... and things you can't

  • Exercise Improves Stroke Outcome
    (23-Oct-2008)
    Attacks are also less severe among people who are active, researchers say

  • Speedy Care After Heart Attack Key to Survival
    (23-Oct-2008)
    Heart association says cooling body, checking arteries lowers risk of further injury

  • Exercise Improves Stroke Outcome
    (23-Oct-2008)
    Attacks are also less severe among people who are active, researchers say

  • Statins May Prevent Some Miscarriages
    (22-Oct-2008)
    Mouse study finds cholesterol-lowering drugs could help women with antiphospholipid syndrome

  • Health Tip: Breathing Polluted Air
    (21-Oct-2008)
    Suggestions to minimize symptoms

  • Western Diet Boosts Global Heart Attack Risk 30%
    (20-Oct-2008)
    But study also finds 'Oriental' pattern little benefit either way because of salty sauces

  • Heart Failure Raises Risk of Fractures
    (20-Oct-2008)
    Researchers say finding calls for better osteoporosis screening, treatment in these patients

  • Western Diet Boosts Global Heart Attack Risk 30%
    (20-Oct-2008)
    But study also finds 'Oriental' pattern little benefit either way because of salty sauces

  • Low Blood Pressure During Surgery Boosts Stroke Risk
    (18-Oct-2008)
    Tighter control of levels may prevent complications, study suggests

  • Low Blood Pressure During Surgery Boosts Stroke Risk
    (18-Oct-2008)
    Tighter control of levels may prevent complications, study suggests

  • Occasional Smoking Still Does Damage
    (17-Oct-2008)
    Study finds that less than a pack a week can impair arteries

  • Aspirin Doesn't Prevent First Heart Attack, Stroke
    (17-Oct-2008)
    Study contradicts current recommendations; expert suggests change

  • Aspirin Doesn't Prevent First Heart Attack, Stroke
    (17-Oct-2008)
    Study contradicts current recommendations; expert suggests change

  • Aspirin Doesn't Prevent First Heart Attack, Stroke
    (17-Oct-2008)
    Study contradicts current recommendations; expert suggests change

  • Women Smokers Prone to Dangerous Blood Vessel Condition
    (15-Oct-2008)
    Risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm is 8 times higher than in nonsmokers, study says

  • A One-Man History of Cardiac Advances
    (14-Oct-2008)
    New Jersey man, 84, has benefited from 40 years of heart breakthroughs

  • Warfarin Underused in Atrial Fibrillation Patients
    (14-Oct-2008)
    Study says blood thinner not prescribed often enough, but notes it's hard to manage

  • Heart Docs Often Fail to Order Tests Before Angioplasty
    (14-Oct-2008)
    Cardiac stress tests show whether a patient even needs the procedure, experts say

  • Embryonic Heart Shows Strong Capacity to Regenerate
    (13-Oct-2008)
    Mouse study finds fetal cells compensated for loss of nearly half of cardiac tissue

  • Little-Known Fat Can Be a Heartbreaker
    (10-Oct-2008)
    Elevated lipoprotein (a) levels boost cardiovascular disease risk for some

  • Ginkgo Prevented Stroke Damage in Mice
    (10-Oct-2008)
    But it's not clear if the popular extract would be effective in humans

  • Some Arteries Opened Safely Without Heparin
    (09-Oct-2008)
    But Italian researchers warn only the lowest-risk patients can benefit

  • Doctors' Groups Collaborate on Care for Heart Patients
    (09-Oct-2008)
    They offer guidelines for drug therapy that could harm digestive tract

  • Some Arteries Opened Safely Without Heparin
    (09-Oct-2008)
    But Italian researchers warn only the lowest-risk patients can benefit

  • Blood Cell Genes May Signal Heart Disease
    (08-Oct-2008)
    Small study finds their levels correlate with cardiovascular trouble

  • Blacks at Higher Risk for Brain Lesions Causing Stroke
    (08-Oct-2008)
    They had 32% more microbleeds in several different areas, study finds

  • Blood Cell Genes May Signal Heart Disease
    (08-Oct-2008)
    Small study finds their levels correlate with cardiovascular trouble

  • Blacks at Higher Risk for Brain Lesions Causing Stroke
    (08-Oct-2008)
    They had 32% more microbleeds in several different areas, study finds

  • Blood Cell Genes May Signal Heart Disease
    (08-Oct-2008)
    Small study finds their levels correlate with cardiovascular trouble

  • Simpler Test May Be Best for Diagnosing Blood Clots in Leg
    (07-Oct-2008)
    Compression ultrasound similar to more expensive whole-leg color ultrasound, study finds

  • Spiriva Safe, Effective for COPD Patients
    (05-Oct-2008)
    However, treatment does not slow disease progression, researchers say

  • Timing, Dosage of HRT Affect Chances of Heart Trouble
    (01-Oct-2008)
    Large study found younger women taking it for a longer time did have higher risk

  • Beta Blockers May Cut Mortality in COPD Patients After Surgery
    (01-Oct-2008)
    Preoperative use was well-tolerated without adverse respiratory effects, study finds

  • Group Urges Depression Screening for Heart Patients
    (01-Oct-2008)
    They face twice the risk of second cardiac event 1 to 2 years later

  • Blood Thinner Linked to Increased Brain Bleeding
    (29-Sep-2008)
    That raises risk of death from hemorrhagic stroke, researchers say

  • Blood Thinner Linked to Increased Brain Bleeding
    (29-Sep-2008)
    That raises risk of death from hemorrhagic stroke, researchers say

  • Physical Exam as Good as High Tech in Assessing Heart Failure
    (26-Sep-2008)
    Estimates of fluid in body compared favorably to results of invasive procedure, study finds

  • Anemia Drugs Linked to Stroke Study Deaths: FDA
    (26-Sep-2008)
    Procrit, Aranesp already bear warning labels due to cancer concerns, experts note

  • Brain Aneurysm Rupture Risk Tied to Location, Size
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Those greater than 13 millimeters in width twice as likely to burst, study finds

  • Surgery Unneeded in Most Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis Cases
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Study says drug therapy better option for 95% of patients, since stroke risk is low

  • Surgery May Not Help Most People With Narrowed Brain Artery
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Intensive medical treatment can prevent stroke, study says

  • Statins Can Hinder Muscle Repair
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Small number of patients taking them will experience damage, experts say

  • Moderate Aerobic Exercise Lowers Diabetics' Liver Fat
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Study cites benefits for type 2 patients seeking to avoid cardiovascular problems

  • Surgery Unneeded in Most Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis Cases
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Study says drug therapy better option for 95% of patients, since stroke risk is low

  • Brain Aneurysm Rupture Risk Tied to Location, Size
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Those greater than 13 millimeters in width twice as likely to burst, study finds

  • Surgery Unneeded in Most Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis Cases
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Study says drug therapy better option for 95% of patients, since stroke risk is low

  • Brain Aneurysm Rupture Risk Tied to Location, Size
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Those greater than 13 millimeters in width twice as likely to burst, study finds

  • Surgery May Not Help Most People With Narrowed Brain Artery
    (25-Sep-2008)
    Intensive medical treatment can prevent stroke, study says

  • Angioplasty Not Cost-Effective for Chronic Coronary Disease
    (24-Sep-2008)
    Study finds it could add $10,000 to treatment 'without significant gain' in quality of life

  • Drug Coated Stents Better After Heart Attack
    (24-Sep-2008)
    Death rate lower than for bare-metal devices, study shows

  • Angioplasty Not Cost-Effective for Chronic Coronary Disease
    (24-Sep-2008)
    Study finds it could add $10,000 to treatment 'without significant gain' in quality of life

  • Drug Coated Stents Better After Heart Attack
    (24-Sep-2008)
    Death rate lower than for bare-metal devices, study shows

  • Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates Vary Widely
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Fivefold difference in 10 North American sites

  • Stroke Prevalence Higher, Deadlier Among American Indians
    (23-Sep-2008)
    More smoking, hypertension, diabetes may explain statistics, study says

  • Stroke Prevalence Higher, Deadlier Among American Indians
    (23-Sep-2008)
    More smoking, hypertension, diabetes may explain statistics, study says

  • Heart Attack Care Often Delayed for the Poor
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Reasons for slowed time to treatment remain unclear, experts say

  • Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates Vary Widely
    (23-Sep-2008)
    Fivefold difference in 10 North American sites

  • Low Thyroid Function Linked to Heart Failure Risk
    (22-Sep-2008)
    Researchers pinpoint what level signals danger

  • Women's Peripheral Artery Disease Tied to Secondhand Smoke
    (22-Sep-2008)
    They face 69% increased risk for heart disease, 56% risk of ischemic stroke, study finds

  • Women's Peripheral Artery Disease Tied to Secondhand Smoke
    (22-Sep-2008)
    They face 69% increased risk for heart disease, 56% risk of ischemic stroke, study finds

  • Cholesterol Drugs May Raise Post-Op Delirium Risk
    (22-Sep-2008)
    Patients on statin medications 30% more likely to experience trouble, study finds

  • Women's Peripheral Artery Disease Tied to Secondhand Smoke
    (22-Sep-2008)
    They face 69% increased risk for heart disease, 56% risk of ischemic stroke, study finds

  • Relaxation Tapes or Mozart Lower Blood Pressure
    (17-Sep-2008)
    Approaches could supplement other therapies to treat the condition, study says

  • 3-D MRI Helps Detect Patients at High Risk for Stroke
    (16-Sep-2008)
    Technique accurately found bleeding within walls of diseased carotid arteries

  • 3-D MRI Helps Detect Patients at High Risk for Stroke
    (16-Sep-2008)
    Technique accurately found bleeding within walls of diseased carotid arteries

  • Survival Rate Little Changed With Aortic Valve Disorder
    (16-Sep-2008)
    Young adults with the common congenital heart defect don't have worse outcomes, study says

  • 3-D MRI Helps Detect Patients at High Risk for Stroke
    (16-Sep-2008)
    Technique accurately found bleeding within walls of diseased carotid arteries

  • Thumbs Down on Beta Blockers for High Blood Pressure
    (15-Sep-2008)
    No more effective than other drugs, increased stroke risk, study finds

  • Migraine Sufferers Face Greater Blood Clot Risk
    (15-Sep-2008)
    But condition doesn't hasten hardening of arteries, researchers say

  • Stem Cells Ease Stroke-Like Brain Damage in Mice
    (15-Sep-2008)
    The strategy might someday help humans recover from similar events, scientists say

  • Later Use of Clot-Buster After Stroke Possible: Study
    (15-Sep-2008)
    tPA can be safely given beyond the current 3-hour limit, international researchers find

  • Migraine Sufferers Face Greater Blood Clot Risk
    (15-Sep-2008)
    But condition doesn't hasten hardening of arteries, researchers say

  • Too Few People Know Symptoms of Heart Trouble
    (13-Sep-2008)
    And that lack of knowledge could cost you your life

  • Too Few People Know Symptoms of Heart Trouble
    (13-Sep-2008)
    And that lack of knowledge could cost you your life

  • Mediterranean Diet Cuts Death From Chronic Diseases
    (12-Sep-2008)
    Those who eat this way reduce risk of many illnesses by almost 10%, study says

  • An Oral Approach to Heart Disease
    (11-Sep-2008)
    Researchers study interaction of mouth bacteria and blood cells

  • Air Pollution Harms Patients After Heart Attack
    (09-Sep-2008)
    Particles can cripple heart's electrical functioning, researchers say

  • Blood Pressure Treatment Can Be Used Against Stroke
    (09-Sep-2008)
    Study finds the therapy can be given in tandem with clot-dissolving drug

  • 2 Techniques Found Effective in Carotid Artery Narrowing
    (06-Sep-2008)
    Angioplasty with stenting and endarterectomy successful in preventing ipsilateral stroke

  • 2 Techniques Found Effective in Carotid Artery Narrowing
    (06-Sep-2008)
    Angioplasty with stenting and endarterectomy successful in preventing ipsilateral stroke

  • 2 Techniques Found Effective in Carotid Artery Narrowing
    (06-Sep-2008)
    Angioplasty with stenting and endarterectomy successful in preventing ipsilateral stroke

  • Artery Plaque Rupture Can Occur Without Symptoms
    (05-Sep-2008)
    But this makes build-up more vulnerable to future bursts, researchers find

  • Artery Plaque Rupture Can Occur Without Symptoms
    (05-Sep-2008)
    But this makes build-up more vulnerable to future bursts, researchers find

  • Artery Plaque Rupture Can Occur Without Symptoms
    (05-Sep-2008)
    But this makes build-up more vulnerable to future bursts, researchers find

  • Drug Given 24 Hours After Stroke Helps Repair Brain Tissue
    (03-Sep-2008)
    Bryostatin may also work in patients with Alzheimer's and traumatic injury, study says

  • Cholesterol Drugs Lower Stroke Risk in Older People
    (03-Sep-2008)
    Atorvastatin as beneficial in those over 65 as in younger patients, study says

  • Drug Given 24 Hours After Stroke Helps Repair Brain Tissue
    (03-Sep-2008)
    Bryostatin may also work in patients with Alzheimer's and traumatic injury, study says

  • Cholesterol Drugs Lower Stroke Risk in Older People
    (03-Sep-2008)
    Atorvastatin as beneficial in those over 65 as in younger patients, study says

  • New Type of Stent Appears Safe, Effective
    (02-Sep-2008)
    Artery-opening device emits drug from a biodegradable polymer

  • No Definitive Link Seen Between Vytorin and Cancer
    (02-Sep-2008)
    Review results are reassuring, one cardiologist says

  • New Type of Stent Appears Safe, Effective
    (02-Sep-2008)
    Artery-opening device emits drug from a biodegradable polymer

  • Newer Blood Pressure Drug Better for Some Heart Patients, Diabetics
    (31-Aug-2008)
    Study found telmisartan offered slight benefit for those unable to take ACE inhibitors

  • Antipsychotic Drugs Boost Stroke Risk
    (29-Aug-2008)
    And patients with dementia face a more than 3-fold danger, study finds

  • Most Patients With Irregular Heartbeat Take Inadequate Blood Thinner Dose
    (28-Aug-2008)
    Warfarin could cut stroke risk by 67%, but patients and doctors say drug is hard to manage

  • Most Patients With Irregular Heartbeat Take Inadequate Blood Thinner Dose
    (28-Aug-2008)
    Warfarin could cut stroke risk by 67%, but patients and doctors say drug is hard to manage

  • Most Patients With Irregular Heartbeat Take Inadequate Blood Thinner Dose
    (28-Aug-2008)
    Warfarin could cut stroke risk by 67%, but patients and doctors say drug is hard to manage

  • Treadmill Workouts Help Stroke Survivors
    (28-Aug-2008)
    Function improved even after conventional therapy, study found

  • Angioplasty Scoring System Predicts Risk of Death
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Clinicians use 7 simple variables to gauge in-hospital mortality after coronary intervention

  • Fat Cells in Obese People Are 'Sick'
    (27-Aug-2008)
    More likely to make insulin-resistant proteins, study says

  • Newer Blood Pressure Drug No Better Than Placebo in Preventing Stroke
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Patients may need to be on telmisartan longer to see positive effect, researchers say

  • Angioplasty Scoring System Predicts Risk of Death
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Clinicians use 7 simple variables to gauge in-hospital mortality after coronary intervention

  • Fat Cells in Obese People Are 'Sick'
    (27-Aug-2008)
    More likely to make insulin-resistant proteins, study says

  • Newer Blood Pressure Drug No Better Than Placebo in Preventing Stroke
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Patients may need to be on telmisartan longer to see positive effect, researchers say

  • Newer Blood Pressure Drug No Better Than Placebo in Preventing Stroke
    (27-Aug-2008)
    Patients may need to be on telmisartan longer to see positive effect, researchers say

  • When Communication Is Lost
    (26-Aug-2008)
    Aphasia is like a prison, but new research offers hope of escape

  • Finding May Allow Some Women to Stop Blood Thinners
    (25-Aug-2008)
    It details risk factors for recurrent blood clots

  • Finding May Allow Some Women to Stop Blood Thinners
    (25-Aug-2008)
    It details risk factors for recurrent blood clots

  • Strokes Can Strike the Youngest
    (21-Aug-2008)
    Brain attacks can even happen in the womb, and new guidelines address issue

  • Scientists ID New Proteins in Programmed Cell Death
    (21-Aug-2008)
    Findings may lead to novel drug targets for stroke, infectious diseases, study says

  • Strokes Can Strike the Youngest
    (21-Aug-2008)
    Brain attacks can even happen in the womb, and new guidelines address issue

  • Scientists ID New Proteins in Programmed Cell Death
    (21-Aug-2008)
    Findings may lead to novel drug targets for stroke, infectious diseases, study says

  • Reaching the Heart Through the Wrist
    (19-Aug-2008)
    Though procedure is used less often, it reduces bleeding problems, study finds

  • Obesity Rates Up in 37 States: Report
    (19-Aug-2008)
    At least 20% of adults are obese in every state except Colorado

  • Ultrasound Used to Predict Heart Attack Risk
    (19-Aug-2008)
    Provides noninvasive way to identify plaques, improve effectiveness of therapy

  • Vitamin B, Folate Supplements Won't Help Heart
    (19-Aug-2008)
    In fact, new study hints they might be hazardous

  • Obesity Rates Up in 37 States: Report
    (19-Aug-2008)
    At least 20% of adults are obese in every state except Colorado

  • Statins Help Obese People After Bypass Surgery
    (15-Aug-2008)
    Cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce closing of heart arteries, study shows

  • Statins Might Reverse ED in Some Men
    (15-Aug-2008)
    In animal study, effect on those with metabolic syndrome was seen within days

  • Stroke Risk in Women Smokers Goes Up by Each Cigarette
    (14-Aug-2008)
    There's a nine-fold increase for two packs a day, study finds

  • Heart Drug Used in Ambulance Boosts Survival
    (14-Aug-2008)
    High dose of tirofiban plus standard therapy had lower overall mortality, study finds

  • Stroke Risk in Women Smokers Goes Up by Each Cigarette
    (14-Aug-2008)
    There's a nine-fold increase for two packs a day, study finds

  • Angioplasty No Better Than Drug Treatment in Long Run
    (13-Aug-2008)
    Benefit disappears within three years, study finds

  • Air Pollution Can Damage Heart, Blood Vessels, Too
    (13-Aug-2008)
    Beijing Olympics focuses attention on health problems outside the lungs, researchers say

  • Angioplasty No Better Than Drug Treatment in Long Run
    (13-Aug-2008)
    Benefit disappears within three years, study finds

  • Air Pollution Can Damage Heart, Blood Vessels, Too
    (13-Aug-2008)
    Beijing Olympics focuses attention on health problems outside the lungs, researchers say

  • HRT Drug Boosts Stroke Risk in Older Women
    (13-Aug-2008)
    Tibolone should not be used by those 60 and older, study says

  • Diabetes Onset, Severity Tied to Cognitive Problems
    (12-Aug-2008)
    Disease may contribute to neuronal damage, brain atrophy, study suggests

  • Studies Refine Obesity's Risk for Heart Troubles
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Not all overweight in metabolic danger, but waist size a factor even in the normal-weight

  • Studies Refine Obesity's Risk for Heart Troubles
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Not all overweight in metabolic danger, but waist size a factor even in the normal-weight

  • Stroke Risk Plummets With Healthy Lifestyle
    (11-Aug-2008)
    Quitting smoking, eating properly and exercising protects your brain, study finds

  • Too Much Salt Boosts Blood Pressure
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Study rules out the effect of one genetic variation

  • Soy Protein Doesn't Lower Cholesterol
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Regular consumption had little effect on LDL levels, study finds

  • Fat Cell Protein Boosts Heart Attack Risk in Elderly
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Higher adiponectin levels may indicate underlying disease, study finds

  • Turbulence Predicts Death Risk for Heart Failure Patients
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Abnormal beating a marker for those most likely to die suddenly, study says

  • Too Much Salt Boosts Blood Pressure
    (08-Aug-2008)
    Study rules out the effect of one genetic variation

  • Fat Deposits Boost Heart Attack Risk
    (07-Aug-2008)
    Globules around organ more dangerous than thick waist or high body mass, study suggests

  • Fat Deposits Boost Heart Attack Risk
    (07-Aug-2008)
    Globules around organ more dangerous than thick waist or high body mass, study suggests

  • Many Miss Out on Stroke Treatment
    (07-Aug-2008)
    Less than quarter of victims get to hospital quickly enough to limit damage, study shows

  • Many Miss Out on Stroke Treatment
    (07-Aug-2008)
    Less than quarter of victims get to hospital quickly enough to limit damage, study shows

  • Death From Febrile Seizure Rare in Children
    (07-Aug-2008)
    Even in high-risk cases, Danish study finds rate similar to that of kids in general population

  • Light Exercise Prevents Atrial Fibrillation in Elderly
    (06-Aug-2008)
    Walking a few blocks or gardening protects against the abnormal heartbeat, study finds

  • ER, Doctor Visits Topped 1 Billion in 2006
    (06-Aug-2008)
    As America grows older, that's an average of 4 a year per person, CDC report says

  • GI Bleeding After Stroke Raises Death Risk
    (06-Aug-2008)
    Triples mortality rate while still in hospital, study finds

  • Excessive Drinking Boosts Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
    (04-Aug-2008)
    More than 2 a day for men, 1 for women, increases odds of obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes

  • Blood-Thinner Plavix Works Harder in Smokers
    (04-Aug-2008)
    But the finding certainly isn't any reason to start or continue smoking, researchers say

  • Video Consultations Effective for Stroke Treatment
    (03-Aug-2008)
    Using audio, imaging, telemedicine proves superior tool for decisions in remote areas

  • Video Consultations Effective for Stroke Treatment
    (03-Aug-2008)
    Using audio, imaging, telemedicine proves superior tool for decisions in remote areas

  • Taking Depression to Heart
    (01-Aug-2008)
    Physical symptoms of the mood disorder are linked to thickening arteries

  • Sleep Apnea Boosts Death Risk
    (01-Aug-2008)
    But it's unclear whether treating the breathing disorder cuts the danger, one expert says

  • Gene Test Could Catch Deadly Heart Problem
    (31-Jul-2008)
    Tear in the aorta is unpredictable and often fatal, researchers say

  • Gene Test Could Catch Deadly Heart Problem
    (31-Jul-2008)
    Tear in the aorta is unpredictable and often fatal, researchers say

  • Gene Could Boost Stroke Risk for Migraine Sufferers
    (31-Jul-2008)
    The variant seems important for those who have headaches with aura, researchers say

  • Patch Helps Mend Damaged Hearts
    (30-Jul-2008)
    Study finds it promotes growth of healthy tissue after heart attack

  • Public Smoking Bans Work Across the Board
    (30-Jul-2008)
    Study finds hospital admissions for acute coronary syndrome down for smokers, nonsmokers

  • Fondness for Fish Keeps Japanese Hearts Healthy
    (29-Jul-2008)
    Long-term omega-3 consumption appears to combat some traditional risk factors, study finds

  • Secondhand Smoke Raises Stroke Risk for Spouses
    (29-Jul-2008)
    But researchers note risk dissipates quickly once smoking spouse quits

  • Hospitalizations for Heart Failure Skyrocketing
    (28-Jul-2008)
    Tripled in past 26 years, government report shows

  • Experts Urge Research on Sleep Apnea-Heart Disease Link
    (28-Jul-2008)
    With obesity rising, troubled nighttime breathing will become even bigger problem, AHA warns

  • Mouse Study May Offer Better Diagnosis for Preeclampsia
    (27-Jul-2008)
    Researchers find autoantibodies that block potentially fatal pregnancy complication

  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Extends Survival After Cardiac Arrest
    (25-Jul-2008)
    Working with pigs, doctors almost double revival time after hearts stopped beating

  • Genetic Cause of Statin-Related Muscle Pain Found
    (23-Jul-2008)
    British researchers identify variant that increases risk of myopathy at high doses

  • Coronary Disease Dulls Cognitive Skills
    (23-Jul-2008)
    Large study found the longer person had heart trouble, the worse their performance

  • Kidney Patients Less Likely to Get Heart Attack Meds
    (21-Jul-2008)
    Health service delivery may be a factor is lowered use of beta blockers and statins

  • A Better Blood Test for Heart Risk?
    (18-Jul-2008)
    Tracking 2 proteins might be more precise than cholesterol readings, experts say

  • Disease Prevention Programs Worth the Investment
    (17-Jul-2008)
    Within five years, $16 billion a year could be saved, report claims

  • U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Grow
    (17-Jul-2008)
    One-quarter of Americans report being obese, CDC report says

  • New Guidelines on Infant Stroke Released
    (17-Jul-2008)
    Experts note symptoms and treatment of these youngest patients differ from adults

  • Too Much, Too Little Sleep Linked to Stroke Risk
    (17-Jul-2008)
    Postmenopausal women who slept more than nine hours a night had up to 70% higher risk

  • U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Grow
    (17-Jul-2008)
    One-quarter of Americans report being obese, CDC report says

  • Many Women Struggle With Uncontrolled Blood Pressure
    (16-Jul-2008)
    But medications and lifestyle changes can head off threats like heart attack and stroke

  • Optimism About Heart Risk Pays Off
    (14-Jul-2008)
    Study finds lower death rate for men with upbeat outlook, but same did not hold true for women

  • For Young Adults, Borderline High Blood Pressure a Threat
    (14-Jul-2008)
    Study says it leads to damaged heart arteries later in life

  • Coronary Heart Disease Not a Cheery Condition
    (14-Jul-2008)
    CDC survey found heart patients report lower quality of life, poorer outlook

  • Poor Blood Sugar Control After Heart Surgery Impacts Outcomes
    (14-Jul-2008)
    Even patients without diabetes face 4-fold increase in death, major complications

  • Warfarin Safer Than Heparin for Some Strokes
    (14-Jul-2008)
    When clot forms in heart and travels to the brain, heparin more risky, study finds

  • For Young Adults, Borderline High Blood Pressure a Threat
    (14-Jul-2008)
    Study says it leads to damaged heart arteries later in life

  • Warfarin Safer Than Heparin for Some Strokes
    (14-Jul-2008)
    When clot forms in heart and travels to the brain, heparin more risky, study finds

  • Beta Blockers Help Hospitalized Heart Failure Patients
    (11-Jul-2008)
    Continuing treatment reduces death risk, rehospitalization rates, study finds

  • Popular Tilapia Might Not Help Heart
    (11-Jul-2008)
    Study finds farm-raised fish has high levels of unhealthy omega-6 fatty acids

  • Health Tip: Monitoring What You Drink
    (11-Jul-2008)
    When you have heart failure

  • Alcohol's Impact on Heart, Stroke Risk Differs by Gender
    (10-Jul-2008)
    Amount that may be beneficial for men is not good for women, study says

  • Finding Out How Flavonoids Protect the Heart
    (10-Jul-2008)
    Meta-analysis shows specific cardiovascular effects of chocolate, soy protein, green tea

  • Cool Air Blown Under Pads May Protect Footballers From Illness
    (10-Jul-2008)
    Reduced core body temperatures could limit deaths from heat stroke, study says

  • Alcohol's Impact on Heart, Stroke Risk Differs by Gender
    (10-Jul-2008)
    Amount that may be beneficial for men is not good for women, study says

  • Alcohol's Impact on Heart, Stroke Risk Differs by Gender
    (10-Jul-2008)
    Amount that may be beneficial for men is not good for women, study says

  • ELS Plus CPR Boosts Blood Flow After Cardiac Arrest
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Catheter procedure keeps heart tissue alive, benefits other organs, study finds

  • Gene Mutation Tied to Inherited Atrial Fibrillation
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Defective hormone may point to new targets for treatment, study says

  • Gene Mutation Tied to Inherited Atrial Fibrillation
    (09-Jul-2008)
    Defective hormone may point to new targets for treatment, study says

  • Ankle-Arm Blood Pressure Test Predicts Heart Disease Risk
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Could improve current assessments, report says

  • Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
    (08-Jul-2008)
    Impact has yet to be felt, since type 2 course may take 10 years to show, study says

  • Omega-3, Some Omega-6 Fatty Acids Boost Cardiovascular Health
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Reduce heart attack risk and blood pressure, studies show

  • Pediatricians Recommend Cholesterol Drugs for Some Kids
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Children as young as 2 should be tested for high cholesterol, group says

  • Healthier Lifestyles Would Lengthen American Lives
    (07-Jul-2008)
    Major study suggests slimming down, quitting smoking would boost average life span by 1.3 years

  • Get Healthy: Your Middle-Aged Heart Will Thank You
    (05-Jul-2008)
    It's never too late to start eating better, losing weight and exercising, studies find

  • FDA Panel Calls for More Testing of Diabetes Drugs
    (03-Jul-2008)
    Wants long-term studies to assure medications don't raise cardiovascular risks

  • Screening Athletes Could Cut Sudden Cardiac Death Risk
    (03-Jul-2008)
    But ECG use controversial because of cost, number of false positives, study says

  • New Drug-Coated Stent Approved
    (03-Jul-2008)
    The Xience stent helps prevent arteries from re-clogging

  • Lung Infections Cost Hospitals More Than $10B in 2006
    (02-Jul-2008)
    Pneumonia second only to childbirth as most common reason for hospitalizations, analysis finds

  • Opening Clogged Arteries Helps Women After Heart Attack
    (01-Jul-2008)
    But it doesn't help those with less severe heart damage known as unstable angina, analysis shows

  • Opening Clogged Arteries Helps Women After Heart Attack
    (01-Jul-2008)
    But it doesn't help those with less severe heart damage known as unstable angina, analysis shows

  • Smoke-Free Policies Prove Effective
    (01-Jul-2008)
    They not only cut secondhand exposure but also helped current users cut back, study finds

  • New Molecular Trigger Described for Hypertension, Diabetes
    (30-Jun-2008)
    Out-of-control enzymes do damage in both conditions, study finds

  • Research Links Low HDL Levels With Memory Loss
    (30-Jun-2008)
    But experts aren't ready to embrace the findings as fact

  • Mom's Unhealthy Diet May Have Long-Term Impact on Baby
    (30-Jun-2008)
    Rats fed junk food had higher cholesterol, blood fats into adulthood, British study finds

  • 'Silent Strokes' Strike One in 10 Healthy People
    (26-Jun-2008)
    No symptoms, but some loss of brain function occurs, study finds

  • Sudden Hearing Loss May Portend Stroke
    (26-Jun-2008)
    It could foreshadow trouble by as much as 2 years, Taiwanese study suggests

  • Sudden Hearing Loss May Portend Stroke
    (26-Jun-2008)
    It could foreshadow trouble by as much as 2 years, Taiwanese study suggests

  • 'Silent Strokes' Strike One in 10 Healthy People
    (26-Jun-2008)
    No symptoms, but some loss of brain function occurs, study finds

  • Drug-Coated Stents Reduce Repeat Artery Procedures
    (25-Jun-2008)
    But sicker patients may be getting bare metal devices, study suggests

  • Education, Income Affect Heart Attack Survival Rates
    (25-Jun-2008)
    More schooling, more money linked to improved outcomes, study concludes

  • U.S. Hospitals Vary Widely in Caring for Women
    (24-Jun-2008)
    From birth complications to heart disease, top-rated centers a better choice, health study concludes

  • Preeclampsia Linked to Cardiovascular Problems After Pregnancy
    (24-Jun-2008)
    Insulin resistance increases and arteries malfunction years later, researchers say

  • U.S. Hospitals Vary Widely in Caring for Women
    (24-Jun-2008)
    From birth complications to heart disease, top-rated centers a better choice, health study concludes

  • Healthy Diet Lowers Death Risk for Women
    (23-Jun-2008)
    Study found eating fruits, veggies, whole grains most protective against heart disease

  • New Source of Heart Stem Cells Found
    (23-Jun-2008)
    Expression of particular gene can help regenerate multiple tissue types

  • Subtle Nervous System Problems Signal Stroke Risk
    (23-Jun-2008)
    Italian study found poor reflexes, unstable posture, weakened hands warned of trouble

  • Cancer Drug Gleevec Could Fight Stroke
    (23-Jun-2008)
    It might extend the effectiveness of clot-busting tPA, researchers say

  • Arterial Calcium Scans Can Predict Death Risk
    (23-Jun-2008)
    But the test's cost may still be prohibitive, experts say

  • Subtle Nervous System Problems Signal Stroke Risk
    (23-Jun-2008)
    Italian study found poor reflexes, unstable posture, weakened hands warned of trouble

  • Low Blood Sodium Predicts Mortality in PAH Patients
    (20-Jun-2008)
    Routine measurement could be a vital indicator for treating narrowing of lung arteries

  • Low Blood Sodium Predicts Mortality in PAH Patients
    (20-Jun-2008)
    Routine measurement could be a vital indicator for treating narrowing of lung arteries

  • Heart Risks Emerging in People With HIV
    (19-Jun-2008)
    The virus, medications, or both might be the culprit, experts say

  • Tracking Top Number in Blood Pressure May Be Enough
    (17-Jun-2008)
    For those over 50, high systolic pressure is by far the greater threat, experts say

  • Less Intensive Treatment Given Diabetic Women With Heart Disease
    (16-Jun-2008)
    They have poorer control of risk factors, less likely to get cholesterol-lowering meds

  • Insulin Resistance Tied to Peripheral Artery Disease
    (16-Jun-2008)
    Those with highest levels at almost twice the risk, regardless of diabetes, study finds

  • ED an Indicator of Men's Health
    (15-Jun-2008)
    Dysfunction could be the 'portal' to heart problems, vascular disease, type 2 diabetes, study says

  • Lifestyle Counseling Reduces Heart Risk
    (13-Jun-2008)
    European program shows improvement in diet and other factors

  • Lifestyle Counseling Reduces Heart Risk
    (13-Jun-2008)
    European program shows improvement in diet and other factors

  • Better Sleepers Are 'Successful Agers'
    (12-Jun-2008)
    Less daytime napping, fewer complaints of insomnia predicted a healthier life, study finds

  • Scientists Discover Protein Involved in Fat Production
    (12-Jun-2008)
    Mouse experiments might lead to new target for treating high cholesterol, researchers say

  • Better Sleepers Are 'Successful Agers'
    (12-Jun-2008)
    Less daytime napping, fewer complaints of insomnia predicted a healthier life, study finds

  • Women, Mexican Americans at Higher Risk for Certain Stroke
    (11-Jun-2008)
    Subarachnoid hemorrhage caused by bleeding in space around the brain, study reports

  • Women, Mexican Americans at Higher Risk for Certain Stroke
    (11-Jun-2008)
    Subarachnoid hemorrhage caused by bleeding in space around the brain, study reports

  • ECG Reading May Predict Death, Rehospitalization Risk
    (10-Jun-2008)
    Measurement is inexpensive, simple to perform, yields instant result, study says

  • ECG Reading May Predict Death, Rehospitalization Risk
    (10-Jun-2008)
    Measurement is inexpensive, simple to perform, yields instant result, study says

  • Researchers Update Risk-of-Death Charts
    (10-Jun-2008)
    Authors hope it will encourage disease/prevention efforts

  • Artery-Opening Method Works Well in Women
    (09-Jun-2008)
    Study finds improvement for both genders over 25-year period

  • Good Oral Hygiene May Protect Against Heart Infections
    (09-Jun-2008)
    Daily care of teeth, gums keeps risk of bacterial disease in valves at bay

  • Low Vitamin D Levels May Boost Men's Heart Attack Risk
    (09-Jun-2008)
    Findings suggest current dietary requirements need to be increased

  • Artery-Opening Method Works Well in Women
    (09-Jun-2008)
    Study finds improvement for both genders over 25-year period

  • Good Oral Hygiene May Protect Against Heart Infections
    (09-Jun-2008)
    Daily care of teeth, gums keeps risk of bacterial disease in valves at bay

  • Low Vitamin D Levels May Boost Men's Heart Attack Risk
    (09-Jun-2008)
    Findings suggest current dietary requirements need to be increased

  • Applying Parallel Pressure Improves Vascular Grafting
    (08-Jun-2008)
    Finding could speed new tissue-engineered stem cell bypass procedures, study says

  • Older Diabetics' Risk of Cardiac Ischemia Lower Than Thought
    (08-Jun-2008)
    Those 55 to 75 with type 2 disease have same odds for condition, regardless of screening

  • Older Diabetics' Risk of Cardiac Ischemia Lower Than Thought
    (08-Jun-2008)
    Those 55 to 75 with type 2 disease have same odds for condition, regardless of screening

  • Studies Differ on Benefits of Aggressive Blood Sugar Control
    (07-Jun-2008)
    But experts say controlling glucose levels is key for most diabetics

  • Studies Differ on Benefits of Aggressive Blood Sugar Control
    (07-Jun-2008)
    But experts say controlling glucose levels is key for most diabetics

  • High-Volume Hospitals Better for Abdominal Aortic Rupture Repairs
    (06-Jun-2008)
    Endovascular procedures have lower death rates than those units using open surgery, study finds

  • Low-Salt Diet May Not Be Best for Heart
    (04-Jun-2008)
    Study finding contradicts conventional wisdom

  • Heart Failure Patients Overestimate Their Life Expectancy
    (03-Jun-2008)
    Statistical survey indicates doctors need to be more clear in explaining realities

  • Heart Failure Patients Overestimate Their Life Expectancy
    (03-Jun-2008)
    Statistical survey indicates doctors need to be more clear in explaining realities

  • Sen. Kennedy Up and Walking After Brain Tumor Surgery
    (03-Jun-2008)
    Still faces radiation, chemotherapy treatments for what doctors say is a life-threatening malignant glioma

  • Public Lacks Confidence to Help in Cardiac Emergencies
    (02-Jun-2008)
    Survey finds less than 25% sure they could perform CPR, use automated defibrillator

  • Sen. Kennedy's Brain Tumor Surgery Called a 'Success'
    (02-Jun-2008)
    Still faces radiation, chemotherapy treatments for what doctors say is a life-threatening malignant glioma

  • Health Tip: Living With a Pacemaker
    (30-May-2008)
    Suggestions for how to manage

  • Genetic Disorder Drug Helps Reverse Heart Muscle Enlargement
    (30-May-2008)
    Mice given BH4 had lower production of toxic free radicals from hypertension, study finds

  • Seizures Likely Sign of Brain Injury After Stroke
    (29-May-2008)
    Patients face 30% risk of dying within month, study finds

  • Seizures Likely Sign of Brain Injury After Stroke
    (29-May-2008)
    Patients face 30% risk of dying within month, study finds

  • New Calcium Measure Better Predictor of Heart Risks
    (27-May-2008)
    Method gauges distribution of mineral in arteries rather than amount

  • Many With Heart Disease Don't Know Signs of Heart Attack
    (27-May-2008)
    More than half don't see themselves at any increased risk, researchers find

  • New Calcium Measure Better Predictor of Heart Risks
    (27-May-2008)
    Method gauges distribution of mineral in arteries rather than amount

  • Antidepressants May Prevent Depression After Stroke
    (27-May-2008)
    Problem-solving therapy could also make a difference, study shows

  • Antidepressants May Prevent Depression After Stroke
    (27-May-2008)
    Problem-solving therapy could also make a difference, study shows

  • Antidepressants May Prevent Depression After Stroke
    (27-May-2008)
    Problem-solving therapy could also make a difference, study shows

  • Know the Warning Signs of Stroke
    (26-May-2008)
    Despite symptoms, many Americans fail to seek lifesaving treatment

  • Carbon Monoxide May Help Bypass Surgery Patients
    (23-May-2008)
    Low doses of gas found in car exhaust provides anti-inflammatory effects in lungs

  • Carbon Monoxide May Help Bypass Surgery Patients
    (23-May-2008)
    Low doses of gas found in car exhaust provides anti-inflammatory effects in lungs

  • CARDIA Studies Open Window on Heart, Lung Diseases
    (22-May-2008)
    Researchers analyze different proteins in progression of risk factors as subjects aged

  • Cholesterol Test Spots When HRT Raises Heart Risks
    (22-May-2008)
    Ratio of 'good' to 'bad' cholesterol determined chances of trouble in postmenopausal women, study shows

  • 'Net, Video Tools Successful in Lung Disease Management
    (22-May-2008)
    Canada's TELEHEALTH program improved conditions for patients in rural and remote areas

  • CARDIA Studies Open Window on Heart, Lung Diseases
    (22-May-2008)
    Researchers analyze different proteins in progression of risk factors as subjects aged

  • Home Blood-Pressure Monitoring Recommended
    (22-May-2008)
    It makes better control possible, heart experts say

  • Mixed Results for Anti-Clotting Drugs in Heart Attacks
    (21-May-2008)
    One therapy works, while another doesn't, studies find

  • Metabolic Syndrome Foretells Diabetes in Elderly
    (21-May-2008)
    But increased cardiovascular risk less certain, researchers find

  • Two Drugs for Heart Failure Show Mixed Results
    (21-May-2008)
    One drug should be used more often and the other not at all, researchers report

  • Health Tip: Heart-Healthy Diet Should Start in Infancy
    (21-May-2008)
    Here's what the American Heart Association recommends

  • Sleep Apnea Linked to Heart Risks in Children
    (21-May-2008)
    The condition produces inflammation, potential cardiovascular problems, study says

  • Combo Kidney-Pancreas Transplant Boosts Survival in Diabetics
    (21-May-2008)
    Type 1 patients did better than those having kidney replacement alone

  • Metabolic Syndrome Foretells Diabetes in Elderly
    (21-May-2008)
    But increased cardiovascular risk less certain, researchers find

  • Ted Kennedy Released From Hospital
    (21-May-2008)
    He returns to Cape Cod home while doctors determine treatment plans for malignant brain tumor

  • Black Men Less Likely to Choose Elective Stomach Aorta Surgery
    (20-May-2008)
    White men more likely to have operation before emergency procedure is needed

  • Oxidized LDL Cholesterol Linked to Metabolic Syndrome
    (20-May-2008)
    Condition can lead to heart attack and stroke, researchers note

  • Sorafenib Shows Promise for Heart-Lung Disease
    (20-May-2008)
    Cancer drug interferes with abnormal cell growth seen in pulmonary hypertension

  • Oxidized LDL Cholesterol Linked to Metabolic Syndrome
    (20-May-2008)
    Condition can lead to heart attack and stroke, researchers note

  • Ted Kennedy Has a Brain Tumor
    (20-May-2008)
    Doctors find malignant glioma in tests after seizure

  • Erectile Dysfunction a Strong Harbinger of Heart Trouble
    (19-May-2008)
    Studies found having ED increased risk in diabetic men

  • Erectile Dysfunction a Strong Harbinger of Heart Trouble
    (19-May-2008)
    Studies found having ED increased risk in diabetic men

  • Sleep Disorders Put Stroke, Blood Pressure Patients at Risk
    (19-May-2008)
    Treating obstructive apnea could cut chances of early death, studies find

  • Sleep Disorders Put Stroke, Blood Pressure Patients at Risk
    (19-May-2008)
    Treating obstructive apnea could cut chances of early death, studies find

  • Air Travel Taxes Hearts of People With Sleep Apnea
    (18-May-2008)
    They experience higher heart rates and more demand for oxygen, study found

  • Sen. Edward Kennedy Hospitalized After Seizure
    (17-May-2008)
    His carotid artery was cleared of a partial blockage last fall

  • Childhood Cancer Survivors Prone to Early Heart Trouble
    (16-May-2008)
    Problems surface at younger age than in people who didn't have cancer as children, study finds

  • Childhood Cancer Survivors Prone to Early Heart Trouble
    (16-May-2008)
    Problems surface at younger age than in people who didn't have cancer as children, study finds

  • New Guidelines Issued for Implanted Heart Devices
    (15-May-2008)
    Prevention is as important as intervention, specialists say

  • Stroke Patients at High Risk for Falls
    (15-May-2008)
    After hospital, they're twice as likely to be injured, so prevention strategies are key

  • Statins May Help Older Women Control Irregular Heartbeat
    (15-May-2008)
    The cholesterol-lowering drugs showed some benefits in preliminary trial

  • Stroke Patients at High Risk for Falls
    (15-May-2008)
    After hospital, they're twice as likely to be injured, so prevention strategies are key

  • Excess Drinking Boosts Cardiovascular Disease Risk
    (14-May-2008)
    Especially for women, heavy consumption tied to arterial stiffening, enlarged hearts

  • Biomarkers Predict Heart Deaths
    (14-May-2008)
    Studies find they might add to traditional risk factors

  • Heart Disease Starts Early in Life
    (14-May-2008)
    And childhood obesity is a key culprit, study says

  • Aspirin at Bedtime Lowers Blood Pressure
    (14-May-2008)
    No benefit seen for prehypertensive people in morning use, researchers report

  • Danger From Heart Surgery Drug Confirmed
    (14-May-2008)
    FDA says manufacturer of Trasylol now removing remaining stock of drug from U.S. market, following new data on increased death risk.

  • Excess Drinking Boosts Cardiovascular Disease Risk
    (14-May-2008)
    Especially for women, heavy consumption tied to arterial stiffening, enlarged hearts

  • Clot-Busting Treatment Improves Bleeding Stroke Outcomes
    (14-May-2008)
    Low dose tPA dissolved masses 2 to 3 times faster, dramatically boosting survival

  • Clot-Busting Treatment Improves Bleeding Stroke Outcomes
    (14-May-2008)
    Low dose tPA dissolved masses 2 to 3 times faster, dramatically boosting survival

  • Heart Disease Starts Early in Life
    (14-May-2008)
    And childhood obesity is a key culprit, study says

  • Women Who Quit Smoking Lower Heart Risks Quickly
    (13-May-2008)
    Study saw significant declines in several death risks within 5 years of stopping

  • Marijuana Use May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
    (13-May-2008)
    Study finds higher levels of protein that increases levels of damaging blood fats in users

  • Marijuana Use May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
    (13-May-2008)
    Study finds higher levels of protein that increases levels of damaging blood fats in users

  • Beta Blockers Raise Stroke, Death Risk After Surgery
    (13-May-2008)
    Experts note doses of the blood-pressure drugs given in the study were probably too high

  • Air Pollution Linked to Blood Clots in Legs
    (12-May-2008)
    Study suggests dirty air may be even more dangerous than previously thought

  • Drugs Alone Don't Lower Heart Disease Risks for Overweight Americans
    (12-May-2008)
    Study finds signs of trouble show up even when statins, blood pressure meds are used

  • High Blood Pressure Still Slipping Past Doctors
    (12-May-2008)
    Study finds little more than half of patients were checked, only 39% met treatment goals

  • High Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Associated With Eye Disease
    (12-May-2008)
    Risk for retinal vein blockage more than doubles when these conditions go untreated

  • Air Pollution Linked to Blood Clots in Legs
    (12-May-2008)
    Study suggests dirty air may be even more dangerous than previously thought

  • Drug-Coated Stents Still Spark Debate
    (09-May-2008)
    Doctors divided on the risks posed by the artery-opening devices

  • Noise in Artery Could Warn of Heart Risk
    (09-May-2008)
    Carotid bruits linked to increased odds of heart attack, death, study finds

  • Noise in Artery Could Warn of Heart Risk
    (09-May-2008)
    Carotid bruits linked to increased odds of heart attack, death, study finds

  • Stroke Survivors Walk Better With Human Help
    (08-May-2008)
    Rehab with therapist had more benefit than those using robotic devices, study finds

  • Study Offers Clues to Link Between Arrhythmia, Sudden Death
    (08-May-2008)
    Uncovering molecular underpinnings could lead to new, genetically targeted therapies

  • Stroke Survivors Walk Better With Human Help
    (08-May-2008)
    Rehab with therapist had more benefit than those using robotic devices, study finds

  • Obesity-Related Inflammation Boosts Heart Risks
    (06-May-2008)
    Blood chemicals in overweight participants were key predictors of organ failure, study says

  • Obesity-Related Inflammation Boosts Heart Risks
    (06-May-2008)
    Blood chemicals in overweight participants were key predictors of organ failure, study says

  • Folic Acid Doesn't Help the Heart
    (06-May-2008)
    Long-term study, involving women, deals another blow to homocysteine theory

  • Anti-Clotting Drug as Good as Aspirin at Stopping Second Stroke
    (05-May-2008)
    Cilostazol also resulted in fewer brain bleeds than aspirin, study finds

  • Anti-Clotting Drug as Good as Aspirin at Stopping Second Stroke
    (05-May-2008)
    Cilostazol also resulted in fewer brain bleeds than aspirin, study finds

  • Suffering of Heart Failure Similar to Cancer
    (02-May-2008)
    Same kind of palliative care may be needed, researcher says

  • Younger Women Often Miss Signs of Heart Attack
    (02-May-2008)
    Small study found they attributed symptoms to stress, indigestion and fatigue

  • Simple Steps Lead to Better Blood Pressure Control
    (02-May-2008)
    Veterans' facility reports improvement in patients within 18 weeks

  • Hypertension Takes Huge Toll in Developing Countries
    (01-May-2008)
    Eighty percent of high blood pressure-related deaths occur in poorer nations, study shows

  • Home Monitoring Program Improves Outcomes for Heart Patients
    (01-May-2008)
    Remote screening cut hospital readmissions, provided timely intervention

  • Exercise, Counseling Benefits Depressed Heart Failure Patients
    (01-May-2008)
    Aerobic workouts, counseling therapy boosted physical ability, lessened melancholy

  • Hypertension Takes Huge Toll in Developing Countries
    (01-May-2008)
    Eighty percent of high blood pressure-related deaths occur in poorer nations, study shows

  • Home Monitoring Program Improves Outcomes for Heart Patients
    (01-May-2008)
    Remote screening cut hospital readmissions, provided timely intervention

  • Exercise, Counseling Benefits Depressed Heart Failure Patients
    (01-May-2008)
    Aerobic workouts, counseling therapy boosted physical ability, lessened melancholy

  • Hypertension Takes Huge Toll in Developing Countries
    (01-May-2008)
    Eighty percent of high blood pressure-related deaths occur in poorer nations, study shows

  • Mouse Skin Cells Reprogrammed to Act Like Embryonic Stem Cells
    (30-Apr-2008)
    New cells were coaxed into becoming three kinds of cardiac cells

  • Mouse Skin Cells Reprogrammed to Act Like Embryonic Stem Cells
    (30-Apr-2008)
    New cells were coaxed into becoming three kinds of cardiac cells

  • Exercise Cuts Women's Risk of Heart Disease
    (29-Apr-2008)
    But without losing pounds, activity alone unlikely to reverse dangers for overweight

  • Exercise Cuts Women's Risk of Heart Disease
    (29-Apr-2008)
    But without losing pounds, activity alone unlikely to reverse dangers for overweight

  • Pituitary Hormone May Boost Women's Heart Risk
    (29-Apr-2008)
    Thyrotropin levels increasing even within normal range associated with dangers

  • Infection, Cardiac Woes Send Heart Failure Patients to the Hospital
    (28-Apr-2008)
    Pneumonia, arrhythmias, poor blood flow blamed for almost 2 of every 3 admissions

  • Infection, Cardiac Woes Send Heart Failure Patients to the Hospital
    (28-Apr-2008)
    Pneumonia, arrhythmias, poor blood flow blamed for almost 2 of every 3 admissions

  • HRT Increases Stroke Risk
    (28-Apr-2008)
    Timing of hormone therapy did not matter, study finds

  • Elderly More Likely to Battle Sleep Disorders
    (27-Apr-2008)
    Meds they take, changes in biological clock put many at risk for serious disease

  • Diluted Seawater Boosts Nutritional Content of Tomatoes
    (25-Apr-2008)
    A 12% solution increased levels of antioxidants, researchers say

  • Diluted Seawater Boosts Nutritional Content of Tomatoes
    (25-Apr-2008)
    A 12% solution increased levels of antioxidants, researchers say

  • New Heart Disease Markers Discovered
    (24-Apr-2008)
    Genes associated with elevated CRP levels play role in metabolic syndrome, studies say

  • Higher Wealth Linked to Lower Risk of Early Stroke
    (24-Apr-2008)
    Money makes less of a difference after 65, study finds

  • Higher Wealth Linked to Lower Risk of Early Stroke
    (24-Apr-2008)
    Money makes less of a difference after 65, study finds

  • Cutting Phosphate May Protect Kidney Patients From Heart Trouble
    (23-Apr-2008)
    High levels are major source of cardiovascular death risk in those with chronic disease

  • Cutting Phosphate May Protect Kidney Patients From Heart Trouble
    (23-Apr-2008)
    High levels are major source of cardiovascular death risk in those with chronic disease

  • Embryonic Stem Cells Turned Into Three Types of Heart Cells
    (23-Apr-2008)
    When transplanted into mice, they improved heart function, researchers report

  • Gene Variant Boosts Risk for Stress-Related Ischemia
    (22-Apr-2008)
    Patients 3 times more likely to suffer dangerous spike in blood flow to heart, study finds

  • Quality Care, Not Number of Procedures, Determines Bypass Results
    (22-Apr-2008)
    As the number of heart surgeries has declined, so has death rate, study finds

  • New Drug-Coated Stent Does Well in Early Trial
    (22-Apr-2008)
    But doctors want more data, and device not yet approved for use in U.S.

  • Gene Variant Boosts Risk for Stress-Related Ischemia
    (22-Apr-2008)
    Patients 3 times more likely to suffer dangerous spike in blood flow to heart, study finds

  • Gene Variant Boosts Risk for Stress-Related Ischemia
    (22-Apr-2008)
    Patients 3 times more likely to suffer dangerous spike in blood flow to heart, study finds

  • New Drug-Coated Stent Does Well in Early Trial
    (22-Apr-2008)
    But doctors want more data, and device not yet approved for use in U.S.

  • Heart Disease Risks Hit Boys in Teens
    (21-Apr-2008)
    Girls protected by hormones during adolescence, study suggests

  • Off-Hours Heart Patients Less Likely to Get Angioplasty
    (21-Apr-2008)
    But study also finds survival rates similar, no matter when admission occurred

  • Gene Variant Protects Black Heart Failure Patients
    (21-Apr-2008)
    Has same effect as beta blocker drugs in 40% of blacks, study finds

  • New Atrial Fibrillation Surgery Improves Results
    (21-Apr-2008)
    Called a 'box lesion,' it helps isolate electrical impulses causing irregular heartbeat

  • Off-Hours Heart Patients Less Likely to Get Angioplasty
    (21-Apr-2008)
    But study also finds survival rates similar, no matter when admission occurred

  • Compact Heart Assist Device Approved
    (21-Apr-2008)
    HeartMate II helps weakened heart for those awaiting transplant

  • Metabolic Syndrome Triggered by Overeating, Not Obesity
    (18-Apr-2008)
    Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause

  • Metabolic Syndrome Triggered by Overeating, Not Obesity
    (18-Apr-2008)
    Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause

  • Skin Test Spots Heart Risks in Healthy People
    (17-Apr-2008)
    No blood sample required with noninvasive cholesterol test, study shows

  • Migraines' Frequency Influences Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
    (17-Apr-2008)
    But the absolute risk to patients remains very low, expert says

  • Cardiac Patients Admitted During Week More Likely to Survive
    (16-Apr-2008)
    Those going to hospital on weekend faced 13.4% lower chance of recovery, study finds

  • Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Leg Artery Blockages
    (16-Apr-2008)
    But doctors are divided on whether supplements are a good option

  • Timing of HRT May Influence Heart Risks
    (16-Apr-2008)
    Study found women with risk factors who took it early in menopause did not have diminished vessel function

  • Cardiac Patients Admitted During Week More Likely to Survive
    (16-Apr-2008)
    Those going to hospital on weekend faced 13.4% lower chance of recovery, study finds

  • Prolonged Fasting Boosts Risk of Rare Stroke
    (15-Apr-2008)
    Avoiding food during religious holidays such as Ramadan increased risk almost 3-fold

  • Health Tip: Having High Blood Pressure
    (15-Apr-2008)
    Are you at risk?

  • Prolonged Fasting Boosts Risk of Rare Stroke
    (15-Apr-2008)
    Avoiding food during religious holidays such as Ramadan increased risk almost 3-fold

  • Health Tip: Having High Blood Pressure
    (15-Apr-2008)
    Are you at risk?

  • Prolonged Fasting Boosts Risk of Rare Stroke
    (15-Apr-2008)
    Avoiding food during religious holidays such as Ramadan increased risk almost 3-fold

  • New Benefits From Old Heart Measures
    (14-Apr-2008)
    Statins lower blood pressure, DASH diet cuts cardiovascular risk, studies find

  • New Benefits From Old Heart Measures
    (14-Apr-2008)
    Statins lower blood pressure, DASH diet cuts cardiovascular risk, studies find

  • Postmenopausal Women's Sexual Dissatisfaction Not Linked to Heart Troubles
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Study did see modest tie between displeasure, peripheral artery disease

  • Atherosclerosis May Also Harm Vital Organs
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Toxic byproduct of plaque formation wreaks havoc on heart, lungs and liver, study suggests

  • Postmenopausal Women's Sexual Dissatisfaction Not Linked to Heart Troubles
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Study did see modest tie between displeasure, peripheral artery disease

  • Birth Size, Early Weight Gain Tied to Boost in Heart Risks
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Finnish study says early start to healthy lifestyles can pay big dividends later

  • Special Treadmill Helps Stroke Patients Regain Normal Gait
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Harness offers partial support as patients re-learn to walk

  • Postmenopausal Women's Sexual Dissatisfaction Not Linked to Heart Troubles
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Study did see modest tie between displeasure, peripheral artery disease

  • Birth Size, Early Weight Gain Tied to Boost in Heart Risks
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Finnish study says early start to healthy lifestyles can pay big dividends later

  • Special Treadmill Helps Stroke Patients Regain Normal Gait
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Harness offers partial support as patients re-learn to walk

  • Egg Consumption Poses Risks for Diabetic Men: Study
    (10-Apr-2008)
    Study of doctors shows 7 eggs a week raise risk of dying

  • Gene Mutations for Rare Heart Disease Also Found in Kids
    (09-Apr-2008)
    Test for adults with muscle-thickening disorder may also identify children at risk

  • Gene Mutations for Rare Heart Disease Also Found in Kids
    (09-Apr-2008)
    Test for adults with muscle-thickening disorder may also identify children at risk

  • Stenting as Good as Surgery for Stroke Prevention
    (09-Apr-2008)
    Three-year follow-up of study shows similar results

  • Kidney Dysfunction Puts Women at Risk of Sudden Death
    (08-Apr-2008)
    Cardiac threat more than 3 times higher for those with advanced disease, study contends

  • Food as Medicine?
    (08-Apr-2008)
    Caffeine, green tea, tart cherries may fight MS, cancer and heart disease, studies suggest

  • Aggressive Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Treatment Shows Some Benefit
    (08-Apr-2008)
    But jury still out on whether it makes difference in high-risk groups, study finds

  • Kidney Dysfunction Puts Women at Risk of Sudden Death
    (08-Apr-2008)
    Cardiac threat more than 3 times higher for those with advanced disease, study contends

  • New Guidelines Tackle Treatment of Resistant Hypertension
    (07-Apr-2008)
    Multi-drug regimens, dose timing, adherence to therapy all matter, heart association says

  • Antipsychotic Drug Boosts Risk of Heart Disease, Diabetes
    (07-Apr-2008)
    French study in rats finds olanzapine changes metabolism in weeks

  • New Guidelines Tackle Treatment of Resistant Hypertension
    (07-Apr-2008)
    Multi-drug regimens, dose timing, adherence to therapy all matter, heart association says

  • Lowering Blood Pressure Improves Brain Hemorrhage Outcomes
    (04-Apr-2008)
    Aggressive action is safe and may cut risk of disability, death, study finds

  • Lowering Blood Pressure Improves Brain Hemorrhage Outcomes
    (04-Apr-2008)
    Aggressive action is safe and may cut risk of disability, death, study finds

  • Psoriasis Poses Danger for More Serious Complications
    (03-Apr-2008)
    At-risk patients need care to avoid heart disease, cancer, task force report says

  • Psoriasis Poses Danger for More Serious Complications
    (03-Apr-2008)
    At-risk patients need care to avoid heart disease, cancer, task force report says

  • HIV Drugs Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Attack
    (02-Apr-2008)
    FDA reviewing safety profile of abacavir, didanosine

  • HIV Drugs Linked to Increased Risk of Heart Attack
    (02-Apr-2008)
    FDA reviewing safety profile of abacavir, didanosine

  • Drug Failed to Reduce Heart Attack Risk After Bypass
    (01-Apr-2008)
    MC-1 had no benefit for postoperative stroke, atrial fibrillation or kidney function

  • Drug Failed to Reduce Heart Attack Risk After Bypass
    (01-Apr-2008)
    MC-1 had no benefit for postoperative stroke, atrial fibrillation or kidney function

  • Obesity Drug Shows Mixed Success Against Atherosclerosis
    (01-Apr-2008)
    Hope is that Acomplia might help fight coronary disease

  • Drug Failed to Reduce Heart Attack Risk After Bypass
    (01-Apr-2008)
    MC-1 had no benefit for postoperative stroke, atrial fibrillation or kidney function

  • Avandia May Slow Atherosclerosis After Bypass Surgery
    (01-Apr-2008)
    But this new study of diabetes drug doesn't prove it's safe, critics say

  • Two Drugs Better Than One for High Blood Pressure
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Pairing ACE inhibitor with calcium channel blocker beat pairing it with diuretic; Celebrex study finds dose related to heart risk

  • Cholesterol Drug Controversy Continues
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Doctors debate worth of lipid-lowering agent that combines 2 medications

  • Diabetics Face Doubled Risk of Heart Attack
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Danger level same as non-diabetics who already have had a heart attack, study says

  • ACE Inhibitor as Effective as More Expensive Blood Pressure Drug
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Study focused on more than 17,000 people with coronary artery disease or diabetes

  • Diabetes Drug Slows Clogging of Arteries
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Actos better at fighting plaque build-up than older medication, study finds

  • Angioplasty Proves Reasonable Alternative to Bypass Surgery
    (31-Mar-2008)
    But patients who received stents required more procedures to reopen arteries, study found

  • Two Drugs Better Than One for High Blood Pressure
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Pairing ACE inhibitor with calcium channel blocker beat pairing it with diuretic; Celebrex study finds dose related to heart risk

  • Angioplasty Proves Reasonable Alternative to Bypass Surgery
    (31-Mar-2008)
    But patients who received stents required more procedures to reopen arteries, study found

  • Cholesterol Drug Controversy Continues
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Doctors debate worth of lipid-lowering agent that combines 2 medications

  • ACE Inhibitor as Effective as More Expensive Blood Pressure Drug
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Study focused on more than 17,000 people with coronary artery disease or diabetes

  • Two Drugs Better Than One for High Blood Pressure
    (31-Mar-2008)
    Pairing ACE inhibitor with calcium channel blocker beat pairing it with diuretic; Celebrex study finds dose related to heart risk

  • Increased Heart Risk Seen for Retired NFL Players
    (30-Mar-2008)
    Screening should begin in high school, researchers say

  • Anticoagulant Drugs Had Similar Outcomes After Angioplasty
    (30-Mar-2008)
    Study also finds drug-releasing stents appear to work better than uncoated ones

  • Drug-Eluting Stents Safe After Heart Attack
    (30-Mar-2008)
    Long-term study indicates they lower restenosis risk and don't increase mortality probability

  • Combining Internet With Office Visits Cut Heart Attack Risks
    (30-Mar-2008)
    Enhanced doctor-patient communication showed big drops in blood pressure, disease scores

  • Drug-Eluting Stents Safe After Heart Attack
    (30-Mar-2008)
    Long-term study indicates they lower restenosis risk and don't increase mortality probability

  • New Drug Shows Promise in Use With Coronary Stents
    (29-Mar-2008)
    Antiplatelet prasugrel may protect better than Plavix, study shows

  • New Drug Shows Promise in Use With Coronary Stents
    (29-Mar-2008)
    Antiplatelet prasugrel may protect better than Plavix, study shows

  • Anniversary of Parent's Passing Can Trigger Death
    (29-Mar-2008)
    Sudden death occurred in 13 percent of fatal coronaries in study

  • Smokers at Increased Risk of Aneurysm Recurrence
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Yet a third of tobacco users continue the habit after initial coil treatment surgery

  • Key Protein Limits Damage of Heart Attack
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Activating Gi compound in mice was important protective mechanism, researchers say

  • Health Tip: How a Pacemaker Helps the Heart
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Why the device is prescribed

  • Key Protein Limits Damage of Heart Attack
    (28-Mar-2008)
    Activating Gi compound in mice was important protective mechanism, researchers say

  • Depression After Stroke Can Be Debilitating
    (27-Mar-2008)
    Prevents return to work almost as often as physical disability does, study shows

  • Depression After Stroke Can Be Debilitating
    (27-Mar-2008)
    Prevents return to work almost as often as physical disability does, study shows

  • Calcium Scans Help Predict Coronary Risk
    (26-Mar-2008)
    But the cost of such tests is a potential stumbling block, experts say

  • Lack of Sleep Hurts Women's Hearts Most
    (21-Mar-2008)
    Creates more stress, biomarkers for diabetes, heart disease than in males

  • Pacemakers Change Biology of the Heart
    (21-Mar-2008)
    Study with dogs shows devices much more than a mechanical fix for ailing patients

  • Lack of Sleep Hurts Women's Hearts Most
    (21-Mar-2008)
    Creates more stress, biomarkers for diabetes, heart disease than in males

  • Happy Marriage, Happy Heart
    (20-Mar-2008)
    Study finds contented mates enjoy lower blood pressure

  • Artery Plaque Boosts Hispanics' Odds for Stroke
    (19-Mar-2008)
    Even a small amount in neck artery quadrupled the risk, study found

  • Gene Variants Can Predict Threat of Heart Disease
    (19-Mar-2008)
    Cholesterol-associated variants increase risk and may be early indication, study shows

  • Artery Plaque Boosts Hispanics' Odds for Stroke
    (19-Mar-2008)
    Even a small amount in neck artery quadrupled the risk, study found

  • Artery Plaque Boosts Hispanics' Odds for Stroke
    (19-Mar-2008)
    Even a small amount in neck artery quadrupled the risk, study found

  • Gene Variants Can Predict Threat of Heart Disease
    (19-Mar-2008)
    Cholesterol-associated variants increase risk and may be early indication, study shows

  • The Elderly Can Be Candidates for Angioplasty, Stenting
    (18-Mar-2008)
    Those 80 and older may not need to be hospitalized, study says

  • New Foam Treatment for Varicose Veins
    (18-Mar-2008)
    Study says it passed safety tests and is relatively painless

  • Angina More Common in Women Than Men
    (17-Mar-2008)
    That means many women may be under-treated for the heart condition, study suggests

  • White Men With Chest Pains Treated Fastest in ERs
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Government study found minorities, women not given heart treatments as quickly

  • Heart Risk Can Be Predicted Without Lab Tests
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Finding might help spot high-risk cases in developing countries

  • White Men With Chest Pains Treated Fastest in ERs
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Government study found minorities, women not given heart treatments as quickly

  • Melt-Away Stent Works Well in Trial
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Absorbed harmlessly in the body, it could replace traditional metal stents

  • Severe Menopause Symptoms Raise Heart Risks
    (14-Mar-2008)
    The worse the symptoms, the higher the chances of trouble, study shows

  • Heart Risk Can Be Predicted Without Lab Tests
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Finding might help spot high-risk cases in developing countries

  • Health Tip: Cardiac Rehabilitation
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Why it's often recommended

  • Melt-Away Stent Works Well in Trial
    (14-Mar-2008)
    Absorbed harmlessly in the body, it could replace traditional metal stents

  • Magnesium May Lower Risk for Some Strokes in Male Smokers
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Study suggests eating foods such as whole grains cuts risk of cerebral infarction

  • Magnesium May Lower Risk for Some Strokes in Male Smokers
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Study suggests eating foods such as whole grains cuts risk of cerebral infarction

  • Glaucoma May Boost Cardiovascular Death Risk in Blacks
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Inappropriate treatment with beta blockers, other meds also increases odds, study finds

  • Magnesium May Lower Risk for Some Strokes in Male Smokers
    (11-Mar-2008)
    Study suggests eating foods such as whole grains cuts risk of cerebral infarction

  • Depression After a Heart Attack Dangerous for Years
    (07-Mar-2008)
    Study finds long-lasting increased risk of death, but no clear explanation why

  • Even in Middle Age, Starting to Drink May Lower Heart Risks
    (07-Mar-2008)
    Wine is better than liquor, study says; a healthy lifestyle is even better, doctor adds

  • Vaccine Could One Day Control High Blood Pressure
    (07-Mar-2008)
    Preliminary study results encouraging; it would only be needed a few times a year

  • Smoking Boosts 'Bleeding' Stroke Risk in Those With High Blood Pressure
    (06-Mar-2008)
    Study says tobacco use may further damage already weakened vessels

  • Smoking Boosts 'Bleeding' Stroke Risk in Those With High Blood Pressure
    (06-Mar-2008)
    Study says tobacco use may further damage already weakened vessels

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs May Lower Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
    (06-Mar-2008)
    Reducing inflammation helps blunt cardiovascular threats, study suggests

  • Genetic Test Predicts Response to Warfarin
    (05-Mar-2008)
    Using it could save money and lives, expert says

  • Raised Breast Cancer Risk Persists After Combo HRT Stopped
    (04-Mar-2008)
    Latest data from Women's Health Initiative points to continued need for mammograms

  • Stress Can Help Trigger Stroke
    (03-Mar-2008)
    Study found a clear association, but no such link for depression

  • Genetic Factors for Smoking Boost Chronic Bronchitis Risk
    (29-Feb-2008)
    Swedish study says it's first to quantify heritability of the disease

  • Ginkgo Biloba Might Not Preserve Memory in Octogenarians
    (28-Feb-2008)
    Study saw no clear benefit, but did see small number of strokes, mini-strokes

  • Age-Related Macular Degeneration Doubles Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
    (28-Feb-2008)
    Eye disease carries same risk as other circulatory problems, experts say

  • Curry Ingredient May Cut Cardiovascular Risks
    (27-Feb-2008)
    Findings in mice show curcumin reduces heart enlargement and lowers odds of organ failure

  • Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes
    (27-Feb-2008)
    Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds

  • Curry Ingredient May Cut Cardiovascular Risks
    (27-Feb-2008)
    Findings in mice show curcumin reduces heart enlargement and lowers odds of organ failure

  • Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes
    (27-Feb-2008)
    Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds

  • National Effort Needed to Address Hyperglycemia in Heart Patients
    (26-Feb-2008)
    American Heart Association says high blood sugar condition linked to high mortality

  • Adult Stem Cells Help Those With Immune Disorders, Heart Disease
    (26-Feb-2008)
    Analysis of studies finds modest benefit with both conditions

  • National Effort Needed to Address Hyperglycemia in Heart Patients
    (26-Feb-2008)
    American Heart Association says high blood sugar condition linked to high mortality

  • More Elderly Americans Living With Heart Failure
    (25-Feb-2008)
    Incidence has declined, but survival gains place burden on Medicare, analysis finds

  • More Elderly Americans Living With Heart Failure
    (25-Feb-2008)
    Incidence has declined, but survival gains place burden on Medicare, analysis finds

  • Blood Clots in Legs, Lungs Predispose Patients to Repeat Episodes
    (25-Feb-2008)
    They're at risk for new blockages within 3 years, study finds

  • More Risk Factors, Less Access to Care Behind Higher Stroke Rates in U.S.
    (23-Feb-2008)
    Europeans less likely to have an attack, study finds

  • More Risk Factors, Less Access to Care Behind Higher Stroke Rates in U.S.
    (23-Feb-2008)
    Europeans less likely to have an attack, study finds

  • Experts Offer Clarity on Confusion Surrounding Stents
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Amid flurry of studies, certain advice emerging for heart patients

  • Heart Disease Deaths Over-Reported in New York City
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Study says doctors overestimated in-hospital mortality by 51%

  • Stroke More Prevalent in U.S. Than in Europe
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Poor Americans fare worse; risks, health-care system cited as factors

  • Heart Disease Deaths Over-Reported in New York City
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Study says doctors overestimated in-hospital mortality by 51%

  • Stroke Risk Factors Drain Memory
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Cognitive powers decline faster among those who have a higher chance of brain attack

  • New Stroke Therapies Show Promise
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Clot buster works longer than thought, lowering blood pressure limits damage, and vacuum device sucks up clots safely for 8 hours

  • Stroke More Prevalent in U.S. Than in Europe
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Poor Americans fare worse; risks, health-care system cited as factors

  • Stroke Risk Factors Drain Memory
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Cognitive powers decline faster among those who have a higher chance of brain attack

  • New Stroke Therapies Show Promise
    (22-Feb-2008)
    Clot buster works longer than thought, lowering blood pressure limits damage, and vacuum device sucks up clots safely for 8 hours

  • Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Findings show just 30 minutes of activity helped men, women regardless of family history

  • Cats Help Shield Owners From Heart Attack
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Study finds 30% risk reduction when felines are in the home

  • Awareness of Heart Attack Signs Lags in U.S.
    (21-Feb-2008)
    But most people surveyed know to call 911 when one happens, CDC says

  • Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Findings show just 30 minutes of activity helped men, women regardless of family history

  • Fish Oil Flounders, But Fiber Might Lower Stroke Risk
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Pair of studies examine effect of diet on stroke prevention, outcomes

  • New Stroke Treatments Reduce Brain Damage, Improve Recovery
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Caffeine-alcohol mix plus clot-busting drug proves potent resource as does body cooling with fever reducer

  • Awareness of Heart Attack Signs Lags in U.S.
    (21-Feb-2008)
    But most people surveyed know to call 911 when one happens, CDC says

  • Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Findings show just 30 minutes of activity helped men, women regardless of family history

  • Daytime Dozing Might Raise Stroke Risk
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Sleep apnea could be the connection, experts say

  • Fish Oil Flounders, But Fiber Might Lower Stroke Risk
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Pair of studies examine effect of diet on stroke prevention, outcomes

  • New Stroke Treatments Reduce Brain Damage, Improve Recovery
    (21-Feb-2008)
    Caffeine-alcohol mix plus clot-busting drug proves potent resource as does body cooling with fever reducer

  • Mammograms Might Spot Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Calcifications in breast arteries upped chances of cardiovascular trouble, study finds

  • Middle-Aged Women Gaining Weight, Raising Their Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Study finds both went up simultaneously in recent decades

  • Stem Cells Repair Stroke Damage in Rats
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Study suggests same technique might one day work in humans

  • Music Therapy Improves Stroke Outcomes
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Study finds enhanced alertness, mood in those who listened just a few hours a day

  • Cognitive Impairment Declining in Older Adults
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Education, wealth play big part in downward trend, study suggests

  • Mammograms Might Spot Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Calcifications in breast arteries upped chances of cardiovascular trouble, study finds

  • Middle-Aged Women Gaining Weight, Raising Their Stroke Risk
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Study finds both went up simultaneously in recent decades

  • In-Hospital Stroke Deaths Rise on Nights, Weekends
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Staffing changes may be to blame, experts say

  • Stem Cells Repair Stroke Damage in Rats
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Study suggests same technique might one day work in humans

  • Music Therapy Improves Stroke Outcomes
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Study finds enhanced alertness, mood in those who listened just a few hours a day

  • More Evidence of Danger From Heart Surgery Drug
    (20-Feb-2008)
    Anti-bleeding agent Trasylol tied to increased death, complications, studies find

  • No Difference Found in Treatments for Acute Kidney Failure
    (19-Feb-2008)
    Continuous vs. intermittent dialysis produced same results, analysis shows

  • Hypertension a Health Challenge for Women
    (19-Feb-2008)
    Too many don't have their blood pressure under control, researchers say

  • Heart Attacks in Hospital More Deadly at Night, on Weekends
    (19-Feb-2008)
    Study suggests staffing, systemic issues behind difference in mortality rates

  • Free Drugs After Heart Attack Would Save Money, Lengthen Lives
    (18-Feb-2008)
    More patients would take recommended medications, study says

  • One Drink May Help Heart, But Two Is Too Many
    (18-Feb-2008)
    Extra glass negates immediate benefits to circulation, Canadian study says

  • Drug Cuts Muscle Damage After Heart Attack
    (14-Feb-2008)
    Safety trial shows novel compound blocks enzyme triggering cell and tissue death

  • Single Mutation in Mitochondrial DNA Weakens Heart, Muscles
    (14-Feb-2008)
    Changes in tissue similar to effects of aging, report suggests

  • Drug Cuts Muscle Damage After Heart Attack
    (14-Feb-2008)
    Safety trial shows novel compound blocks enzyme triggering cell and tissue death

  • Drug-Coated Balloons Keep Leg Arteries Open: Study
    (13-Feb-2008)
    Small German trial could be a breakthrough treatment in vascular disease

  • Triglycerides Linked to Coronary Disease Risk
    (12-Feb-2008)
    Should be considered along with LDL cholesterol in prevention efforts, study indicates

  • Muscle Fatigue Drug May Fight Heart Failure
    (12-Feb-2008)
    It seems to plug calcium leaks that cause tiring in muscles, study says

  • Triglycerides Linked to Coronary Disease Risk
    (12-Feb-2008)
    Should be considered along with LDL cholesterol in prevention efforts, study indicates

  • Muscle Fatigue Drug May Fight Heart Failure
    (12-Feb-2008)
    It seems to plug calcium leaks that cause tiring in muscles, study says

  • Triglycerides Linked to Coronary Disease Risk
    (12-Feb-2008)
    Should be considered along with LDL cholesterol in prevention efforts, study indicates

  • High Blood Pressure on Increase Among American Women
    (11-Feb-2008)
    State-by-state survey also found prevalence rate among men not as low as should be

  • High Blood Pressure on Increase Among American Women
    (11-Feb-2008)
    State-by-state survey also found prevalence rate among men not as low as should be

  • Drug Combo Tied to Kidney Risk With Some Cardiac Surgeries
    (08-Feb-2008)
    Aprotinin plus ACE inhibitor associated with renal woes during off-pump surgery, U.K. study finds

  • Drug Combo Tied to Kidney Risk With Some Cardiac Surgeries
    (08-Feb-2008)
    Aprotinin plus ACE inhibitor associated with renal woes during off-pump surgery, U.K. study finds

  • Gene Linked to Inflammatory Arthritis Also Raises Heart Risks
    (07-Feb-2008)
    British study found HLA-DRB1 increased chances of dying from cardiovascular causes

  • 'Decellularized' Heart Valve Approved
    (07-Feb-2008)
    A donated valve that's been stripped of human cells

  • Sucking Out Clot Debris Helps Heart Attack Patients
    (06-Feb-2008)
    Dutch study found vacuuming clogged vessels before angioplasty improved outcomes

  • Death Rates From Cardiovascular Causes Vary Widely Across Europe
    (06-Feb-2008)
    Differences were found between and within countries, researcher notes

  • Death Rates From Cardiovascular Causes Vary Widely Across Europe
    (06-Feb-2008)
    Differences were found between and within countries, researcher notes

  • Death Rates From Cardiovascular Causes Vary Widely Across Europe
    (06-Feb-2008)
    Differences were found between and within countries, researcher notes

  • First 90 Days After Stopping Plavix Most Dangerous
    (05-Feb-2008)
    Study finds highest risk of adverse events for heart patients is in early period

  • GPS Devices Measure Severity of Peripheral Artery Disease
    (05-Feb-2008)
    Same technology used in cars determined walking abilities of patients, study suggests

  • Drug-Coated Stents Better Than Bare-Metal Ones in Complex Cases
    (04-Feb-2008)
    Survival advantage found in 'off-label' uses, report suggests

  • Drug-Coated Stents Better Than Bare-Metal Ones in Complex Cases
    (04-Feb-2008)
    Survival advantage found in 'off-label' uses, report suggests

  • FDA Approves New Drug-Eluting Stent
    (01-Feb-2008)
    To help people with narrowed arteries

  • Health Tip: Understanding an Aneurysm
    (30-Jan-2008)
    Requires immediate evaluation and treatment

  • Study Challenges New Benchmark for High-Volume Heart Transplant Hospitals
    (30-Jan-2008)
    Johns Hopkins researchers question government decision to lower requirements for designation

  • Super Bowl Fans Should Heed Heart Risk Finding
    (30-Jan-2008)
    German study found higher chances of cardiovascular trouble during 2006 World Cup matches

  • Stents Slightly Better Than Bypass for Blocked Left Coronary Artery
    (29-Jan-2008)
    But experts question results of small Polish study

  • Study Finds Both Coated Stents Perform the Same
    (29-Jan-2008)
    Incidence of major adverse events was also lower than researchers anticipated

  • Study Finds Both Coated Stents Perform the Same
    (29-Jan-2008)
    Incidence of major adverse events was also lower than researchers anticipated

  • Diuretics Best for Hypertension and Metabolic Syndrome
    (28-Jan-2008)
    Drugs as good or better than others in treating both conditions

  • Diuretics Best for Hypertension and Metabolic Syndrome
    (28-Jan-2008)
    Drugs as good or better than others in treating both conditions

  • Anti-Clotting Drug Trial Shortened by Bleeding Problems
    (25-Jan-2008)
    But study author says medication could help many avoid stroke

  • FDA Will Wait for Trial Results on Vytorin
    (25-Jan-2008)
    Early findings saw no medical benefit; heart expert calls it 'second-line' medication

  • Peripheral Arterial Disease Costlier to Treat Than Heart Trouble
    (23-Jan-2008)
    Prolonged recovery, potential for repeat treatments to blame, study finds

  • Surgery Better Than Stents for Multiple Blockages
    (23-Jan-2008)
    Fewer deaths, heart attacks found in 18-month study

  • Peripheral Arterial Disease Costlier to Treat Than Heart Trouble
    (23-Jan-2008)
    Prolonged recovery, potential for repeat treatments to blame, study finds

  • Advanced Therapy Aids Stroke Patients
    (23-Jan-2008)
    Procedure brings clot-busting drugs right to site of blood clot, study reports

  • Liver Cancer Drug Raises Blood Pressure
    (22-Jan-2008)
    Patients taking Nexavar need to be monitored closely, study says

  • U.S. Deaths Down From Heart Disease, Stroke
    (22-Jan-2008)
    But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says

  • Another Study Links Western Diet to Heart, Health Risks
    (22-Jan-2008)
    But it also found that diet soda doesn't protect against metabolic syndrome

  • U.S. Deaths Down From Heart Disease, Stroke
    (22-Jan-2008)
    But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says

  • Genetics Influence Blood Pressure Medications
    (22-Jan-2008)
    A person's gene profile seems to dictate reponse, study finds

  • 'Drug-Free' Stent Coating Shows Promise
    (21-Jan-2008)
    Trial finds polymer reduces inflammatory reaction associated with current devices

  • 'Drug-Free' Stent Coating Shows Promise
    (21-Jan-2008)
    Trial finds polymer reduces inflammatory reaction associated with current devices

  • Smallest Air Pollution Particles Hurt Heart Most
    (19-Jan-2008)
    Cause plaque build-up in arteries, negate effects of "good" cholesterol

  • Aspirin Resistance Boosts Heart Risks in Cardiac Patients
    (18-Jan-2008)
    They're four times more likely to suffer heart attack, stroke and even death, study finds

  • Aspirin Resistance Boosts Heart Risks in Cardiac Patients
    (18-Jan-2008)
    They're four times more likely to suffer heart attack, stroke and even death, study finds

  • Aspirin Resistance Boosts Heart Risks in Cardiac Patients
    (18-Jan-2008)
    They're four times more likely to suffer heart attack, stroke and even death, study finds

  • Gene That Creates Cerebral Cortex Discovered
    (17-Jan-2008)
    Could led to treatments for neurological damage from injuries, disease

  • Calcium Supplements Could Raise Heart Risks in Postmenopausal Women
    (15-Jan-2008)
    Study found those taking tablets had 47% higher risk of cardiovascular trouble

  • Calcium Supplements Could Raise Heart Risks in Postmenopausal Women
    (15-Jan-2008)
    Study found those taking tablets had 47% higher risk of cardiovascular trouble

  • Calcium Supplements Could Raise Heart Risks in Postmenopausal Women
    (15-Jan-2008)
    Study found those taking tablets had 47% higher risk of cardiovascular trouble

  • Biotechnology Builds a New Heart
    (14-Jan-2008)
    Stem cells injected into 'skeleton' of animal organ was beating in just 8 days

  • Cholesterol Drug Zetia Doesn't Cut Heart Attack Risk: Study
    (14-Jan-2008)
    Results might also pertain to Vytorin, which contains Zetia, experts say

  • Statin Therapy Helps Diabetic Patients
    (11-Jan-2008)
    British study finds cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce risk of major vascular events

  • Vitamin C May Play Role in Stroke Prevention
    (11-Jan-2008)
    Experts suspect that healthy diet and lifestyle are at root of reduced risk

  • Priming Heart Before an Attack Could Limit Damage
    (10-Jan-2008)
    Animal study shows preconditioning cardiac cells helps organ better tolerate loss of blood flow

  • Priming Heart Before an Attack Could Limit Damage
    (10-Jan-2008)
    Animal study shows preconditioning cardiac cells helps organ better tolerate loss of blood flow

  • Priming Heart Before an Attack Could Limit Damage
    (10-Jan-2008)
    Animal study shows preconditioning cardiac cells helps organ better tolerate loss of blood flow

  • Drink a Little, Stay Active, Save Your Heart
    (09-Jan-2008)
    The combination could add years to your life, Danish researchers find

  • Anxiety Raises Heart Attack Risk
    (08-Jan-2008)
    Older men with chronic anxiety are at substantially higher risk, experts say

  • Low Vitamin D Linked to Heart Risk
    (07-Jan-2008)
    But experts are split on the need for supplements

  • High Levels of Stress After 9/11 Raised Heart Disease Risk
    (07-Jan-2008)
    Cardiovascular problems surfaced in people with no history of heart trouble

  • Restless Legs Syndrome May Cause Heart Problems: Study
    (02-Jan-2008)
    Patients face twice the risk of stroke, heart disease compared to people who don't

  • Lower Body Temps Increase Blood Loss During Surgery
    (27-Dec-2007)
    Analysis of 40 years' data shows somewhat risky transfusions often necessary

  • Study Sheds Light on Origins of Sudden Cardiac Death
    (27-Dec-2007)
    New imaging techniques help researchers probe ventricular fibrillation

  • High Blood Triglycerides Linked to Stroke Risk
    (27-Dec-2007)
    Boosted concentrations of these fats doubled the odds, researchers say

  • Temporary Amnesia, Confusion Raise Stroke, Dementia Risk
    (26-Dec-2007)
    Dutch study suggests these lapses need to be taken more seriously

  • Regular Walking Protects the Aging Brain
    (19-Dec-2007)
    Even moderate exercise helps ward off dementia, study shows

  • Diagnosis of Heart Attack Can Be Wrong
    (18-Dec-2007)
    Study finds false positives occur 9.2% of the time in emergency rooms

  • U.S. Heart Disease Death Rates Falling
    (18-Dec-2007)
    But cardiovascular disease remains America's No. 1 killer, AHA says

  • Moderate Exercise Cuts Risk of Metabolic Syndrome
    (17-Dec-2007)
    Just a 30-minute walk most days reduces threat, even without diet changes, study finds

  • FDA Advisers Reject Over-the-Counter Statin
    (14-Dec-2007)
    They cite concerns that consumers wouldn't use the cholesterol-lowering drug Mevacor safely

  • Health Tip: Help Keep Diabetic Hearts Healthy
    (14-Dec-2007)
    Lifestyle changes can make a big difference

  • New Cancer Drug Tied to Heart Problems
    (14-Dec-2007)
    Sutent linked to hypertension, heart events in patients battling stomach cancer

  • New Cancer Drug Tied to Heart Problems
    (14-Dec-2007)
    Sutent linked to hypertension, heart events in patients battling stomach cancer

  • High Blood Pressure Key Factor for Cardiovascular Disease
    (12-Dec-2007)
    Only one-third to one-half of those getting treatment reach their target levels, survey finds

  • High Blood Pressure Key Factor for Cardiovascular Disease
    (12-Dec-2007)
    Only one-third to one-half of those getting treatment reach their target levels, survey finds

  • Statins Can Boost Brain Hemorrhage Risk After Stroke
    (12-Dec-2007)
    For most patients, small risk is outweighed by the benefits, experts say

  • Statins Can Boost Brain Hemorrhage Risk After Stroke
    (12-Dec-2007)
    For most patients, small risk is outweighed by the benefits, experts say

  • Abdominal Fat Tied to High Risk for Coronary Trouble
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Waist-hip ratio measurement is a strong predictor of heart disease, Britsh study says

  • Chest Compressions Effective in Emergency Cardiac Arrest
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Simple bystander-delivered CPR without mouth-to-mouth boosted survival outcomes

  • Older Diabetics Using Avandia Face Increased Death Risk
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Canadian study also found those over 65 more likely to have heart trouble with drug

  • Abdominal Fat Tied to High Risk for Coronary Trouble
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Waist-hip ratio measurement is a strong predictor of heart disease, Britsh study says

  • Chest Compressions Effective in Emergency Cardiac Arrest
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Simple bystander-delivered CPR without mouth-to-mouth boosted survival outcomes

  • Stroke Rehab Technique Has Lasting Results
    (11-Dec-2007)
    Constraint-induced movement therapy improves strength and quality of life, researchers say

  • Coronary Artery Calcium May Raise Women's Heart Risk
    (10-Dec-2007)
    New study challenges traditional assessment of risk

  • Good Physical Function Halves Stroke Risk
    (10-Dec-2007)
    Researchers find pronounced effect in those over 40

  • Good Physical Function Halves Stroke Risk
    (10-Dec-2007)
    Researchers find pronounced effect in those over 40

  • Drug Helps Ease Fat Disorder in HIV Patients
    (05-Dec-2007)
    Tesamorelin shrinks the visceral fat around organs that boosts heart risks

  • Observational Studies Often Overshadow Clinical Research
    (04-Dec-2007)
    First findings seem to stick, even when controlled trials later contradict them

  • Newer Anticlotting Drug Safe, Effective for Heart Surgeries
    (04-Dec-2007)
    Bivalirudin lowers bleeding risk for patients undergoing bypass, study finds

  • Health Tip: The Road to a Healthy Heart
    (30-Nov-2007)
    Some easy ways to keep fit

  • Cholesterol-Stroke Relationship Puzzles Researchers
    (30-Nov-2007)
    High blood-fat levels not always linked to higher stroke risk, studies show

  • FDA Mulls Cutting Salt in Processed Foods
    (29-Nov-2007)
    Experts agree Americans eat too much sodium, but differ on need for regulation

  • Low Testosterone Might Shorten Men's Lives
    (27-Nov-2007)
    Study finds it's linked to higher death risk, but replacing the hormone may not help, experts say

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Heart Disease Threat
    (09-Nov-2007)
    But checking typical risk factors can help head off problems, research says

  • Diesel Exhaust Increases Clot Formation
    (07-Nov-2007)
    2 hours after exposure to fumes, volunteers' blood platelets thickened, study found

  • Diesel Exhaust Increases Clot Formation
    (07-Nov-2007)
    2 hours after exposure to fumes, volunteers' blood platelets thickened, study found

  • Cholesterol Drug Tied to Sleep Disturbances
    (07-Nov-2007)
    But Zocor, a statin, still offers significant heart benefits, researchers say

  • Energy Drinks Could Pose Blood Pressure Risks
    (06-Nov-2007)
    Medicated heart patients might be in danger, study suggests

  • Blood Pressure, Heartbeat Problems Aggravate Alzheimer's
    (06-Nov-2007)
    Treating vascular conditions might lessen memory loss, study suggests

  • Early HRT Protects a Woman's Heart
    (06-Nov-2007)
    But contraceptives heighten risk of arterial problems, studies find

  • Obesity Leaves More Americans With Physical Limitations
    (06-Nov-2007)
    But some extra weight may not lead to cardiovascular disease and cancer, research finds

  • Energy Drinks Could Pose Blood Pressure Risks
    (06-Nov-2007)
    Medicated heart patients might be in danger, study suggests

  • Statins After Bypass Lower Stroke Risk
    (06-Nov-2007)
    The cholesterol-busting drugs could be lifesavers, study suggsts

  • Blood-Incompatible Heart Transplants Safe for Infants
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Study data shows mortality could be reduced 20% for those awaiting new organ

  • CPR, Defibrillator Combo Boosts Cardiac Incident Survival
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Making more AEDs available in communities could save hundreds of lives, study finds

  • Certain Cholesterol Drugs Show Their Limits
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Studies reveal that some of these heart medications aren't perfect

  • New Computerized Scans Effective for Spotting Clogged Arteries
    (05-Nov-2007)
    They could eliminate need for invasive procedures for some patients, study says

  • Early Weight Gain Can Mean Heart Trouble Later in Life
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Children as young as 7 show signs of cardiovascular risk factors, study finds

  • Nurse-Led Intervention Boosts Cardiac Rehab: Study
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Almost 90% adhered to fluid restriction, weigh-ins when aided by trained support group

  • Breast-Feeding Confers Long-Term Heart Benefits
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Lower body mass, high levels of good cholesterol combat cardiovascular disease, study says

  • CPR, Defibrillator Combo Boosts Cardiac Incident Survival
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Making more AEDs available in communities could save hundreds of lives, study finds

  • Certain Cholesterol Drugs Show Their Limits
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Studies reveal that some of these heart medications aren't perfect

  • Certain Cholesterol Drugs Show Their Limits
    (05-Nov-2007)
    Studies reveal that some of these heart medications aren't perfect

  • Peripheral Artery Disease Up Sharply Among U.S. Women
    (04-Nov-2007)
    The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke

  • New Anti-Clotting Drug Shows Promise in Heart Patients
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Prasugrel reduced heart risks after angioplasty/stenting, but raised bleeding risks when compared to Plavix

  • Drug-Coated Stents No Riskier in Long Run Than Bare Metal Ones
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Largest study to date finds no difference in heart attack or mortality rates

  • New Measures Improve Heart Care
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Programs that simplified treatment choices led to better outcomes, research shows

  • New Anti-Clotting Drug Shows Promise in Heart Patients
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Prasugrel reduced heart risks after angioplasty/stenting, but raised bleeding risks when compared to Plavix

  • Drug-Coated Stents No Riskier in Long Run Than Bare Metal Ones
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Largest study to date finds no difference in heart attack or mortality rates

  • New Measures Improve Heart Care
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Programs that simplified treatment choices led to better outcomes, research shows

  • Peripheral Artery Disease Up Sharply Among U.S. Women
    (04-Nov-2007)
    The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke

  • New Anti-Clotting Drug Shows Promise in Heart Patients
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Prasugrel reduced heart risks after angioplasty/stenting, but raised bleeding risks when compared to Plavix

  • Drug-Coated Stents No Riskier in Long Run Than Bare Metal Ones
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Largest study to date finds no difference in heart attack or mortality rates

  • New Measures Improve Heart Care
    (04-Nov-2007)
    Programs that simplified treatment choices led to better outcomes, research shows

  • Emergency Care for Heart Attacks, Pneumonia Fails to Meet Goals
    (02-Nov-2007)
    Poor compliance and racial disparities found, study finds

  • Preeclampsia Linked to Heart Disease Risk
    (02-Nov-2007)
    Women need to be aware of their heart disease risk before and after pregnancy

  • Emergency Care for Heart Attacks, Pneumonia Fails to Meet Goals
    (02-Nov-2007)
    Poor compliance and racial disparities found, study finds

  • Brain MRIs Find Hidden Neurological Problems
    (31-Oct-2007)
    Blocked blood vessels most common discovery, researchers report

  • Brain MRIs Find Hidden Neurological Problems
    (31-Oct-2007)
    Blocked blood vessels most common discovery, researchers report

  • Natural Protein May Hurt Vision
    (26-Oct-2007)
    High homocysteine levels already linked to heart, brain trouble, experts say

  • Marital Stress Linked to Heart Disease
    (23-Oct-2007)
    Couples with troubled relationships have hardening of the coronary arteries, research says

  • Study Shows How Exercise Helps Women's Hearts
    (22-Oct-2007)
    Much of the benefit comes from changes in blood pressure, inflammation

  • Oral Thermometers Can't Assess Exercise Heat Stroke
    (17-Oct-2007)
    Use a rectal thermometer instead, experts urge

  • Angioplasty Equals Bypass Surgery for Heart Patients: Study
    (16-Oct-2007)
    Survival rates virtually the same, but some people may prefer one option over the other

  • Statin Benefits Persist After Treatment Stops
    (10-Oct-2007)
    Lower death rates seen up to a decade later, study found

  • Statin Benefits Persist After Treatment Stops
    (10-Oct-2007)
    Lower death rates seen up to a decade later, study found

  • Speedy 'Mini-Stroke' Care Pays Off
    (09-Oct-2007)
    It cut odds of a later, major stroke by 80%, researchers say

  • Family Infighting Hurts the Heart
    (08-Oct-2007)
    Spats with spouse, kids, others boosts cardiovascular dangers, study finds

  • Erectile Dysfunction: A Harbinger of Heart Trouble
    (05-Oct-2007)
    Studies link this common problem with vascular disease

  • Randy Jackson Takes Aim at Diabetes
    (04-Oct-2007)
    American Idol judge is part of a campaign to stress the disease's link to heart disease

  • Study Finds Benefits With Drug-Coated Stents
    (03-Oct-2007)
    Better outcomes for high-risk patients

  • Panic Attacks May Hike Heart Disease Risk in Women
    (02-Oct-2007)
    Study of postmenopausal women finds association, but no direct cause and effect

  • Antibiotic Shows Promise as Stroke Treatment
    (01-Oct-2007)
    Minocycline improves patient outcomes if given with 24 hours, study finds

  • Antibiotic Shows Promise as Stroke Treatment
    (01-Oct-2007)
    Minocycline improves patient outcomes if given with 24 hours, study finds

  • Communities Can Speed Stroke Care
    (30-Sep-2007)
    Everyone has a role to play in saving lives, experts say

  • High HDL Levels Protect Heart Health
    (26-Sep-2007)
    Reduced risk of cardiovascular trouble even when LDL levels were low, study finds

  • Guidelines Seek to Boost Study of Critically Ill
    (26-Sep-2007)
    Barriers around informed consent are impeding lifesaving research, experts say

  • Study Links Coronary Disease, Colon Cancer
    (25-Sep-2007)
    Higher incidence of malignancies found in heart patients

  • Study Offers Insights Into Sensory Perceptions
    (24-Sep-2007)
    Woman who suffered stroke starting experiencing sounds as bodily sensations

  • In-Flight Clot Risk Low for Most People
    (24-Sep-2007)
    Odds of 'economy class syndrome' are about 1 in 5,000, research shows

  • Link Between Air Pollution, Stroke Gets Clearer
    (20-Sep-2007)
    Fine particles in lung spur dangerous clots, research shows

  • Stem Cells From Testes Produce Wide Range of Tissue Types
    (19-Sep-2007)
    Work with mice might lead to treatments for diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer's

  • 'Cosby' Star Tackles a Silent Heart Threat
    (19-Sep-2007)
    Family deaths get Phylicia Rashad talking about peripheral artery disease

  • Few Americans Know of Leg Artery Danger
    (19-Sep-2007)
    Peripheral arterial disease is common and sometimes deadly, researchers say

  • Stem Cells From Testes Produce Wide Range of Tissue Types
    (19-Sep-2007)
    Work with mice might lead to treatments for diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer's

  • Study Downgrades Gene as Heart Risk Factor
    (18-Sep-2007)
    Screening for variations in APO gene not warranted, researchers say

  • Genetic Test Approved for Sensitivity to Blood Thinner
    (18-Sep-2007)
    Some people who take Coumadin at higher risk of bleeding

  • Osteoporosis Drug Evista Approved to Cut Risk of Breast Cancer
    (14-Sep-2007)
    Among postmenopausal women

  • Pill Equals Injection in Preventing Clots After Hip Replacement
    (14-Sep-2007)
    Study found no difference between the two protective treatments

  • FDA Approves Osteoporosis Drug to Cut Breast Cancer Risk
    (14-Sep-2007)
    Manufacturer calls Evista a valuable tool, but critics say its heart risks outweigh benefits

  • Screening Proposed for Childhood Cholesterol Levels
    (13-Sep-2007)
    Treatment would reduce risk of genetic condition that can lead to early death

  • Drug-Coated Stents Go Head to Head
    (13-Sep-2007)
    Data analysis suggests sirolimus-coated model is safer

  • Novel Cooling Therapy May Have Aided Injured Football Player
    (13-Sep-2007)
    Lowering Kevin Everett's body temperature helped protect his spinal cord, doctors say

  • Jogging in Traffic Cuts Blood Flow to Heart
    (12-Sep-2007)
    Men with stable heart disease showed effect after brief exposure to diesel exhaust

  • Being Overweight is Hard on the Heart
    (12-Sep-2007)
    It raises risks even if blood pressure, cholesterol factored out, study finds

  • Bypass 'Off-Pump' Boosts Women's Outcomes
    (11-Sep-2007)
    And another study suggests vitamin E protects their hearts

  • Lowering Blood Protein Won't Help Kidney Patients
    (11-Sep-2007)
    Homocysteine may be a marker, not a cause, of renal trouble, study suggests

  • Small Incisions Make Heart Valve Surgery Safer
    (10-Sep-2007)
    Death risk lowered for those who had undergone previous heart surgery, Belgian study finds

  • Saturated Fat: Even a Little Splurge May Be Too Much
    (09-Sep-2007)
    Fatty meal has immediate, negative effect on heart health, research shows

  • Researchers Find Better Way to Deliver Blood Thinner
    (07-Sep-2007)
    New gene-linked formula should stop trial-and-error warfarin dosing

  • Cutting Salt Won't Affect Foods' Safety
    (06-Sep-2007)
    High-sodium processed foods are major contributor to heart trouble, researchers note

  • Barbershop Talks Cut Black Men's Prostate Cancer Risk
    (06-Sep-2007)
    Innovative program is making a difference for this high-risk group, founder says

  • First Generic Versions of Coreg Approved
    (05-Sep-2007)
    Treats high blood pressure and cardiac problems

  • Drug, Pacemaker Fight Irregular Heartbeat
    (05-Sep-2007)
    Studies suggest new weapons against dangerous atrial fibrillation

  • Trial to Test Gene Therapy for Angina in Women
    (04-Sep-2007)
    Novel treatment promotes blood vessel growth in heart muscle, researchers say

  • Trial to Test Gene Therapy for Angina in Women
    (04-Sep-2007)
    Novel treatment promotes blood vessel growth in heart muscle, researchers say

  • Fat Builds Up in Hearts Before Diabetes Onset
    (04-Sep-2007)
    Technique giving researchers static image of beating heart could be new screening tool

  • Stopping Statins After Stroke Doubles Death Risk
    (30-Aug-2007)
    Almost 40% of patients stopped taking drugs in Italian study

  • Stopping Statins After Stroke Doubles Death Risk
    (30-Aug-2007)
    Almost 40% of patients stopped taking drugs in Italian study

  • Stopping Statins After Stroke Doubles Death Risk
    (30-Aug-2007)
    Almost 40% of patients stopped taking drugs in Italian study

  • New Heart Pump Shows Promise in Trial
    (29-Aug-2007)
    Smaller, simpler device can be used in more patients, expert says

  • Case Management Cost-Effective Way to Cut Heart Risks
    (29-Aug-2007)
    California study shows such visits with patients reduced risk by 10% and also cut costs

  • U.S. Initiative Seeks to Boost Hispanic Stroke Awareness
    (28-Aug-2007)
    Community-based education effort to stress recognition of symptoms, emergency procedures

  • U.S. Initiative Seeks to Boost Hispanic Stroke Awareness
    (28-Aug-2007)
    Community-based education effort to stress recognition of symptoms, emergency procedures

  • Embryonic Human Stem Cells May Help Repair Heart Muscle, Lab Study Shows
    (27-Aug-2007)
    Problems with cell survival, functioning may have been solved in rat experiments

  • Study Points to Cause of Vioxx Heart Risk
    (27-Aug-2007)
    The drug ups levels of a protein linked to clotting, researchers say

  • Continued Statin Use Boosts Post-Stroke Outcomes
    (27-Aug-2007)
    Interrupting the drugs for even a few days can negatively impact recovery, study finds

  • Drug That Lowers Resting Heart Rate Being Tested
    (22-Aug-2007)
    Slower heartbeat linked to better cardiac outcome, scientists report

  • Drug That Lowers Resting Heart Rate Being Tested
    (22-Aug-2007)
    Slower heartbeat linked to better cardiac outcome, scientists report

  • Heavy Drinking Boosts Stroke Risk for Chinese Men
    (20-Aug-2007)
    Findings probably apply to males of other ethnicities, researchers say

  • Heavy Drinking Boosts Stroke Risk for Chinese Men
    (20-Aug-2007)
    Findings probably apply to males of other ethnicities, researchers say

  • Vision Restoration Therapy Might Improve Sight for Trauma, Stroke Victims
    (17-Aug-2007)
    In-home computer device shows promise in stimulating affected brain areas, study shows

  • Vision Restoration Therapy Might Improve Sight for Trauma, Stroke Victims
    (17-Aug-2007)
    In-home computer device shows promise in stimulating affected brain areas, study shows

  • FDA Updates Prescription Guidelines for Blood Thinner
    (16-Aug-2007)
    Gene variations dictate how quickly a patient metabolizes warfarin, officials say

  • Nursing Home Residents at Highest Heatstroke Risk
    (14-Aug-2007)
    They're most vulnerable to die from an attack, French study finds

  • Study Details Heart Risks to Diabetics
    (14-Aug-2007)
    From angina to severe heart attacks, the death rate is higher than for non-diabetics

  • Antioxidants No Magic Bullet for Heart Disease in Women
    (13-Aug-2007)
    No substitute for conventional medicines or a healthy lifestyle, study finds

  • New Drug Combo Fights High Blood Pressure
    (20-Jul-2007)
    But cost, safety issues could keep Diovan, Tekturna from most patients, experts say

  • Health Tip: Before You Use a Blood Thinner
    (17-Jul-2007)
    Tell your doctor about your other meds

  • High Triglyceride Levels Linked to Cardiac Risk
    (17-Jul-2007)
    Findings could lead to changes in cholesterol testing

  • Health Tip: Before You Use a Blood Thinner
    (17-Jul-2007)
    Tell your doctor about your other meds

  • No Danger Found in Blood Thinner-Statin Combination
    (16-Jul-2007)
    Study detects no increase in heart attack, stroke, death

  • Hospitalized Patients at High Risk of Vein Clots
    (13-Jul-2007)
    But only half get clot-preventing treatments, researchers say

  • Older Folks Often Ignore Summer Heat Warnings
    (06-Jul-2007)
    Pride, cost concerns may play a role, study finds

  • One-Fifth of Hospitals Give Bad Emergency Advice on Stroke
    (05-Jul-2007)
    Too often, personnel do not tell callers to phone 911, study finds

  • Molecule Signals Heart Disease in Early Stages
    (02-Jul-2007)
    Study found high levels of protein predicted development of cardiovascular trouble

  • Molecule Signals Heart Disease in Early Stages
    (02-Jul-2007)
    Study found high levels of protein predicted development of cardiovascular trouble

  • Molecule Signals Heart Disease in Early Stages
    (02-Jul-2007)
    Study found high levels of protein predicted development of cardiovascular trouble

  • Molecule Signals Heart Disease in Early Stages
    (02-Jul-2007)
    Study found high levels of protein predicted development of cardiovascular trouble

  • Molecule Signals Heart Disease in Early Stages
    (02-Jul-2007)
    Study found high levels of protein predicted development of cardiovascular trouble

  • Moderate Drinking May Boost Your Health
    (29-Jun-2007)
    Women topped men, but both more likely than abstainers to report above-average fitness

  • Opening of Kidney Arteries Brings Dangers
    (29-Jun-2007)
    Microscopic 'debris' is left behind with these angioplasties, study finds

  • Lung Trouble May Raise Heart Risk
    (29-Jun-2007)
    Inflammation may be factor linking the two problems, study suggests

  • Some High-Carb Diets May Boost Women's Heart Risk
    (29-Jun-2007)
    Stay away from white breads and processed baked goods, experts advise

  • It's Never Too Late to Get Healthy
    (28-Jun-2007)
    Even starting in middle age reduces risk of heart disease and death, study shows

  • Methamphetamine Tied to Heart Problems
    (25-Jun-2007)
    Animal studies show the drug damages coronary and blood vessels

  • Methamphetamine Tied to Heart Problems
    (25-Jun-2007)
    Animal studies show the drug damages coronary and blood vessels

  • Estrogen May Lower Younger Women's Heart Risk
    (20-Jun-2007)
    Findings differ from prior HRT study involving those over 60

  • Women Have Double the Risk of Mid-Life Stroke
    (20-Jun-2007)
    Study counters the notion that men are most vulnerable

  • Clot-Busting Drug May Help Treat Frostbite
    (19-Jun-2007)
    Easing blood flow avoids amputations, researchers say

  • Pre-Diabetic Changes Double Heart Disease Risk
    (18-Jun-2007)
    These early blood sugar trends can be lethal, study finds

  • Echocardiography Helps Identify Heart Disease
    (15-Jun-2007)
    Test is more accurate than others when used in patients at risk, experts say

  • Lung Illness Linked to Heart, Bone Problems
    (15-Jun-2007)
    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease speeds arterial stiffening and osteoporosis, research suggests

  • Drug May Cut Aneurysm Risk for Heart Defect Patients
    (12-Jun-2007)
    Doxycycline prevented rupture in mice engineered to have Marfan syndrome

  • Heart Disease a Risk Factor for Alzheimer's
    (11-Jun-2007)
    Patients treated for vascular trouble had better cognition, study found

  • Diabetes Cuts 8 Years Off Life
    (11-Jun-2007)
    It boosts heart disease risk as well, new research shows

  • Health Tip: Seniors, Listen to Your Bodies
    (08-Jun-2007)
    How to know if you've done too much

  • New Drug Fails to Improve Odds for Heart Failure Patients
    (07-Jun-2007)
    Survival rates not better when compared with older medication, researchers say

  • New Imaging Techniques Hold Promise for Variety of Diseases
    (07-Jun-2007)
    Advances could lead to better treatments for illnesses such as heart disease, Alzheimer's, ovarian cancer, studies say

  • New Imaging Techniques Hold Promise for Variety of Diseases
    (07-Jun-2007)
    Advances could lead to better treatments for illnesses such as heart disease, Alzheimer's, ovarian cancer, studies say

  • Researchers ID Genes for Some Common Diseases
    (06-Jun-2007)
    They include arthritis, diabetes, heart disease; finding could revolutionize medicine, expert says

  • Drop in Cardiac Deaths Tied to Better Treatments, Lifestyles
    (06-Jun-2007)
    But rising obesity and diabetes rates could offset those gains, study finds

  • s Kids
    (05-Jun-2007)
    Even minor exposure can compromise cardiovascular system, study says

  • Heart Patch Helps Damaged Cardiac Tissue Heal
    (04-Jun-2007)
    Biodegradable scaffold worked well in rats induced to have heart attacks

  • Health Tip: Prepare for a Cardio Stress Test
    (04-Jun-2007)
    Here's what to do

  • High-Tech Imaging Might Advance Heart Disease Diagnosis
    (04-Jun-2007)
    Two technologies assess cardiac function and arterial health at once, developers say

  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Lower Blood Pressure
    (04-Jun-2007)
    The nutrients are found in certain fish, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils

  • Folic Acid Supplements Cut Stroke Risk
    (01-Jun-2007)
    Their effect on other heart outcomes is less clear, study finds

  • Biodegradable Stent Successful in Human Trial
    (01-Jun-2007)
    Could be the future of these artery-opening devices, German researchers report.

  • Getting Swifter Treatment for Deadliest Heart Attacks
    (31-May-2007)
    American Heart Association to launch national program called 'Mission Lifeline'

  • Discrimination Linked to Health Problems Among Minorities
    (31-May-2007)
    Study of Asian-Americans suggests higher rate of heart trouble, pain, other problems

  • TV Ads on Stroke's Warning Signs Can Improve Care
    (31-May-2007)
    Better education gets people to the hospital more quickly, study finds

  • TV Ads on Stroke's Warning Signs Can Improve Care
    (31-May-2007)
    Better education gets people to the hospital more quickly, study finds

  • Discrimination Linked to Health Problems Among Minorities
    (31-May-2007)
    Study of Asian-Americans suggests higher rate of heart trouble, pain, other problems

  • Exercise May Boost 'Good' Cholesterol Levels
    (29-May-2007)
    Aerobic workouts 2 hours a week burned calories, too

  • High-Tech Images Can Reveal Stent Status
    (29-May-2007)
    The technology to see if it is open or blocked could one day spare some patients invasive tests, study suggests

  • Exercise May Boost 'Good' Cholesterol Levels
    (29-May-2007)
    Aerobic workouts 2 hours a week burned calories, too

  • Rheumatoid Illness, Smoking Can Harm Heart's Aorta
    (29-May-2007)
    And that can increase risks for aneurysm and heart attack, experts warn

  • Nursing Homes Need Better Diabetes Care
    (25-May-2007)
    Study urges new protocols for monitoring patients' blood sugar, cardio risk factors

  • Actress Lainie Kazan Turns the Spotlight on DVTs
    (24-May-2007)
    Life-threatening leg blood clot struck her in her mid-30s

  • Many With High Blood Pressure Shun Heart-Healthy Diet
    (20-May-2007)
    More people might comply if nutritious foods were cheaper, one expert says

  • Online Education Program Helps Heart Patients
    (18-May-2007)
    AHA site boosts awareness of treatment options, survey finds

  • Blood Thinner's Approval Expanded to Include Most Severe Heart Attack
    (18-May-2007)
    Lovenox shown to reduce recurrent attacks and death

  • Aspirin May Cut Pregnancy Complication Risk
    (17-May-2007)
    Daily use lowers odds for the dangerous spike in blood pressure called preeclampsia

  • U.S. Stroke Rates Vary Widely by States
    (17-May-2007)
    And many victims aren't getting to a hospital fast enough for treatment, studies find

  • Lifestyle Changes Help Older Women's Hearts After HRT
    (16-May-2007)
    Exercise, better diet cuts cardiovascular risks, study finds

  • Lifestyle Changes Help Older Women's Hearts After HRT
    (16-May-2007)
    Exercise, better diet cuts cardiovascular risks, study finds

  • Migraines May Heighten Risk of Vision Problems
    (15-May-2007)
    Study finds link among middle-aged people with history of the headaches

  • Just 10 Minutes of Daily Exercise Boosts Heart Health
    (15-May-2007)
    Study finds a little exercise provides cardiovascular benefits, and more is even better

  • Migraines May Heighten Risk of Vision Problems
    (15-May-2007)
    Study finds link among middle-aged people with history of the headaches

  • Fish Oil-Exercise Combo May Boost Cardio Health
    (14-May-2007)
    Supplement plus workouts raise good cholesterol levels, study finds

  • Enzyme Puts Brakes on Racing Heartbeat: Study
    (14-May-2007)
    Finding may lead to better drug treatments for common heart ailments

  • Fish Oil-Exercise Combo May Boost Cardio Health
    (14-May-2007)
    Supplement plus workouts raise good cholesterol levels, study finds

  • Enzyme Puts Brakes on Racing Heartbeat: Study
    (14-May-2007)
    Finding may lead to better drug treatments for common heart ailments

  • Anxiety Ups Death Risk in Heart Failure Patients
    (14-May-2007)
    Stressed-out had double the odds for poor outcomes, study found

  • 'Light' Cigarettes Take Heavy Toll on Blood Flow
    (14-May-2007)
    Smoking them constricts vessels just as much as regular brands, study finds

  • Women Less Likely to Get Treatment After Heart Tests
    (11-May-2007)
    Many were still not prescribed heart medications 6 months after exam, study found

  • Higher Dose of Clot-Buster Is Better Before Artery Procedure
    (11-May-2007)
    Twice as much Plavix halves the number of deaths, heart attacks, study finds

  • Women Less Likely to Get Treatment After Heart Tests
    (11-May-2007)
    Many were still not prescribed heart medications 6 months after exam, study found

  • Hospital Protocol Change Cuts Kids' Cardiac Arrest Risk
    (11-May-2007)
    Rate drops by 63% if help is summoned before CPR is needed, study finds

  • Many High-Risk Patients Going Without Anti-Clotting Drugs
    (11-May-2007)
    Study also finds regional differences across U.S.

  • Higher Dose of Clot-Buster Is Better Before Artery Procedure
    (11-May-2007)
    Twice as much Plavix halves the number of deaths, heart attacks, study finds

  • Is 1 Pill Better Than 2 for Heart-Disease Protection?
    (11-May-2007)
    Single pill could be cheaper and more effective, study says, but one expert questions the finding

  • rinking May Trigger Irregular Heart Rhythm
    (10-May-2007)
    Atrial fibrillation can lead to stroke, heart attack, experts warn

  • Implanted Pumps May Help End-Stage Heart Failure Cases
    (09-May-2007)
    LVADs could allow patients to leave hospital without a transplant, study suggests

  • Implanted Pumps May Help End-Stage Heart Failure Cases
    (09-May-2007)
    LVADs could allow patients to leave hospital without a transplant, study suggests

  • Low-Dose Aspirin Best for Preventing Heart Attack
    (08-May-2007)
    Higher doses no more protective and increase risk of stomach bleeding, study says

  • Low-Dose Aspirin Best for Preventing Heart Attack
    (08-May-2007)
    Higher doses no more protective and increase risk of stomach bleeding, study says

  • Health Tip: Understanding Heart Catheterization
    (04-May-2007)
    Helps doctors diagnose heart problems

  • Statin Helps Keep Second Strokes at Bay
    (04-May-2007)
    Lipitor study supports use of cholesterol-lowering drugs after attacks

  • Higher White Blood Cell Count May Boost Death Risk
    (04-May-2007)
    45-year study shows a link, especially with heart disease

  • Clot-Preventing Drug Improves Heart Blood Flow After Angioplasty
    (03-May-2007)
    But doctors question whether the practice results in long-term benefits

  • New Drug Could Help Fight Bleeding Strokes
    (03-May-2007)
    It's one element of new American Heart Association guidelines

  • Most Americans Don't Have High Blood Pressure Under Control
    (03-May-2007)
    The condition raises the risk of heart attack and stroke, study authors note

  • Stroke Risk Almost Double for Siblings of Those Who've Had Attacks
    (02-May-2007)
    Study finds genetic link to ischemic incidents, especially in Mexican-Americans

  • Stroke Risk Almost Double for Siblings of Those Who've Had Attacks
    (02-May-2007)
    Study finds genetic link to ischemic incidents, especially in Mexican-Americans

  • Stroke Risk Almost Double for Siblings of Those Who've Had Attacks
    (02-May-2007)
    Study finds genetic link to ischemic incidents, especially in Mexican-Americans

  • Migraines During Pregnancy Linked to Heart Disease, Stroke
    (01-May-2007)
    Study advises women to control risk factors such as diabetes and obesity

  • Fewer Heart Patients Dying After Hospitalization
    (01-May-2007)
    Improvements in care are cutting heart failure, mortality rates, study finds

  • Migraines During Pregnancy Linked to Heart Disease, Stroke
    (01-May-2007)
    Study advises women to control risk factors such as diabetes and obesity

  • Implantable Defibrillator Wires Prone to Failure
    (30-Apr-2007)
    Study finds failure rate for old, new versions reaches 20% at 10 years

  • Very Few Heart Patients Need Antibiotics Before Dental Work
    (27-Apr-2007)
    New AHA guidelines focus on tiny minority at risk of cardiac infection

  • FDA Says No to Vioxx Successor
    (27-Apr-2007)
    Critics have questioned adequacy of safety trials for Arcoxia

  • Changing Heart Transplant Drugs Could Boost Kidney Function
    (26-Apr-2007)
    Gradual switch should benefit patients, researchers say

  • Changing Heart Transplant Drugs Could Boost Kidney Function
    (26-Apr-2007)
    Gradual switch should benefit patients, researchers say

  • Low-Dose Aspirin Won't Help Aging Brain
    (26-Apr-2007)
    Major 10-year study of older women shows no differences

  • HIV Drugs May Raise Heart Attack Risk
    (25-Apr-2007)
    But the danger from protease inhibitors remains small, experts say

  • Rural Patients Benefit From Phone-Guided Stroke Therapy
    (25-Apr-2007)
    Experts from larger centers instruct on use of powerful clot-busting drug

  • Novel Stent Relieves Acute Heart Pain
    (23-Apr-2007)
    It diverts blood to oxygen-starved heart muscle, researchers say

  • Unhealthy Young Adults Are Harming Their Hearts
    (20-Apr-2007)
    Weight gain, hypertension quickly damage arteries, study shows

  • Newer Form of Heparin Better at Preventing Clots After Stroke
    (20-Apr-2007)
    Enoxaparin cut the risk by additional 43 percent, study found

  • Cut Your Salt Use and Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease
    (19-Apr-2007)
    It can also reduce your chances of dying from cardiovascular disease, study finds

  • Drug-Coated Stents as Good as Bypass Surgery
    (19-Apr-2007)
    Study finds complication, survival rates essentially same

  • Heavy Drinking in College May Harm Heart
    (19-Apr-2007)
    But moderate amounts of alcohol could be healthy, study shows

  • Cut Your Salt Use and Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease
    (19-Apr-2007)
    It can also reduce your chances of dying from cardiovascular disease, study finds

  • Protein Monitoring Improved Heart Failure Treatment
    (18-Apr-2007)
    French trial found fewer deaths and hospital stays

  • Stroke Guidelines Focus on Critical First Hours
    (13-Apr-2007)
    Intravenous delivery of clot-busting drug still best treatment for patients, groups concur

  • Doctors Aggressively Treating Heart Attack
    (13-Apr-2007)
    Study finds they're using tools available even before lab tests confirm diagnosis

  • Stroke Guidelines Focus on Critical First Hours
    (13-Apr-2007)
    Intravenous delivery of clot-busting drug still best treatment for patients, groups concur

  • Stroke Guidelines Focus on Critical First Hours
    (13-Apr-2007)
    Intravenous delivery of clot-busting drug still best treatment for patients, groups concur

  • FDA Advisory Panel Rejects Vioxx Successor
    (12-Apr-2007)
    Merck's new painkiller Arcoxia shows cardiac risk, committee says in 20-1 vote.

  • FDA Advisory Panel Rejects Vioxx Successor
    (12-Apr-2007)
    Merck's new painkiller Arcoxia shows cardiac risk, committee says in 20-1 vote.

  • FDA Advisory Panel Rejects Vioxx Successor
    (12-Apr-2007)
    Merck's new painkiller Arcoxia shows cardiac risk, committee says in 20-1 vote.

  • Monitoring Blood Pressure Is Everyone's Business
    (11-Apr-2007)
    May 17 marks World Hypertension Day, and the focus is on prevention, lifestyle changes

  • Implantable Defibrillators Offer Heart Patients a Better Quality of Life: Study
    (11-Apr-2007)
    Recipients report high level of satisfaction with the devices

  • Hot Flashes in Women Tied to Higher Blood Pressure
    (11-Apr-2007)
    Systolic/diastolic readings more than 10 points higher on average, study finds

  • Monitoring Blood Pressure Is Everyone's Business
    (11-Apr-2007)
    May 17 marks World Hypertension Day, and the focus is on prevention, lifestyle changes

  • Implantable Defibrillators Offer Heart Patients a Better Quality of Life: Study
    (11-Apr-2007)
    Recipients report high level of satisfaction with the devices

  • Monitoring Blood Pressure Is Everyone's Business
    (11-Apr-2007)
    May 17 marks World Hypertension Day, and the focus is on prevention, lifestyle changes

  • Study Fails to Confirm Gene Variants as Heart Risk Factors
    (10-Apr-2007)
    New method of measuring association holds promise, researchers say

  • Restless Legs Syndrome Boosts Heart Risks
    (10-Apr-2007)
    Repetitive nature of neurological disorder increases blood pressure, study says

  • Co-Payments Cut Statin Use
    (10-Apr-2007)
    Discontinuing the cholesterol drugs could lead to higher health-care costs, study says

  • Study Fails to Confirm Gene Variants as Heart Risk Factors
    (10-Apr-2007)
    New method of measuring association holds promise, researchers say

  • Restless Legs Syndrome Boosts Heart Risks
    (10-Apr-2007)
    Repetitive nature of neurological disorder increases blood pressure, study says

  • Restless Legs Syndrome Boosts Heart Risks
    (10-Apr-2007)
    Repetitive nature of neurological disorder increases blood pressure, study says

  • Meth, Cocaine Abuse Boosts Stroke Risk
    (09-Apr-2007)
    The drugs trigger spasms in blood vessels, researchers say

  • Study Questions Value of Stents for Blocked Heart Artery
    (09-Apr-2007)
    More improvements may be needed to boost patient outcomes, experts say

  • Patient Questionnaire Can Gauge Heart Failure Risk
    (09-Apr-2007)
    23 points can help spot who's in gravest danger, experts say

  • Small Steps Lead to Healthier Hearts for Women
    (08-Apr-2007)
    But many still don't know cardiovascular disease is their biggest enemy

  • Small Steps Lead to Healthier Hearts for Women
    (08-Apr-2007)
    But many still don't know cardiovascular disease is their biggest enemy

  • Lack of Health Insurance Linked to Stroke Risk, Study Finds
    (06-Apr-2007)
    Those without coverage more likely to forego routine physical exams

  • Gene Marker May Predict Diabetes Risk
    (06-Apr-2007)
    'Telomeres' at chromosomes' ends shorten as disease nears, experts say

  • Lack of Health Insurance Linked to Stroke Risk, Study Finds
    (06-Apr-2007)
    Those without coverage more likely to forego routine physical exams

  • Heart Attacks a 'Wake-Up' Call for Hispanics: Survey
    (05-Apr-2007)
    Poll finds too few are taking steps to prevent future illness

  • Heart Attacks a 'Wake-Up' Call for Hispanics: Survey
    (05-Apr-2007)
    Poll finds too few are taking steps to prevent future illness

  • Guidelines Target Prevention of Sudden Heart Death in Young Athletes
    (04-Apr-2007)
    Task force focuses on quick action in first critical minutes

  • Ibuprofen May Boost Aspirin Users' Heart Risk
    (04-Apr-2007)
    Study of arthritis patients needs to be confirmed, experts say

  • Hormone Therapy Doesn't Boost Heart Attack Risk in Younger Women: Study
    (03-Apr-2007)
    But it can still increase stroke and breast cancer risk, researchers add

  • Hormone Therapy Doesn't Boost Heart Attack Risk in Younger Women: Study
    (03-Apr-2007)
    But it can still increase stroke and breast cancer risk, researchers add

  • Heart Patients Seek Guidance on Stents, Statins
    (30-Mar-2007)
    Experts offer advice after recent flurry of controversial studies

  • Fish Helps Statins Protect the Heart
    (30-Mar-2007)
    Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to be the key, Japanese study says

  • Heart Patients Seek Guidance on Stents, Statins
    (30-Mar-2007)
    Experts offer advice after recent flurry of controversial studies

  • Fish Helps Statins Protect the Heart
    (30-Mar-2007)
    Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to be the key, Japanese study says

  • Herbal Extract Shows Some Benefit for Heart Failure
    (28-Mar-2007)
    But it failed to meet primary goal in large European trial

  • MRI Technique Could Predict Heart Attack Risk
    (28-Mar-2007)
    It tracks cholesterol-like molecules to show points of artery weakness

  • Common Gene Defect Raises Stroke Risk
    (28-Mar-2007)
    One in four northern Europeans carries the variant, researchers say

  • Long-Term Aspirin Use Cuts Death Risk for Women: Study
    (27-Mar-2007)
    Two decades of tracking shows low to moderate use has major impact on heart disease and cancer

  • Early Use of Cholesterol Drug Boosts Outcomes After Angioplasty
    (26-Mar-2007)
    A second study suggests statins prevent plaque buildup in arteries

  • Heart Pumping Variation Found in Racial Groups
    (26-Mar-2007)
    Weaker contractions in black Americans could explain their higher heart-disease rates, study says

  • Drugs as Good as Angioplasty for Stable Heart Disease
    (26-Mar-2007)
    A new study found no difference in rates of death or heart attack

  • Drugs That Boost HDL Cholesterol Not Ready for Prime Time
    (26-Mar-2007)
    But researchers say the concept remains valid in fight against heart disease

  • Drug Fails to Cut Deaths from Cardiogenic Shock
    (26-Mar-2007)
    Tilarginine had no effect on 30-day survival, study found

  • Early Use of Cholesterol Drug Boosts Outcomes After Angioplasty
    (26-Mar-2007)
    A second study suggests statins prevent plaque buildup in arteries

  • Drugs as Good as Angioplasty for Stable Heart Disease
    (26-Mar-2007)
    A new study found no difference in rates of death or heart attack

  • More Diabetes, More Heart Disease: Study
    (26-Mar-2007)
    Two-thirds of diabetics will die from heart attack or stroke, researchers warn

  • Drugs That Boost HDL Cholesterol Not Ready for Prime Time
    (26-Mar-2007)
    But researchers say the concept remains valid in fight against heart disease

  • Dark Chocolate May Lighten the Load on Arteries
    (25-Mar-2007)
    Flavonoids in the sweet treat can make vessels more flexible, study suggests

  • Next Generation of Stents Responds to Problems
    (25-Mar-2007)
    Newer drug-eluting and biodegradable versions show promise

  • Dark Chocolate May Lighten the Load on Arteries
    (25-Mar-2007)
    Flavonoids in the sweet treat can make vessels more flexible, study suggests

  • Drug Provides Short-Term Relief of Heart Failure Symptoms
    (25-Mar-2007)
    But studies of tolvaptan say its use doesn't reduce risk of re-hospitalization or death

  • Low-Dose Aspirin Therapy Effective After Heart Surgery
    (24-Mar-2007)
    Major bleeding was noticeably reduced after 8 months, Canadian study finds

  • Low-Dose Aspirin Therapy Effective After Heart Surgery
    (24-Mar-2007)
    Major bleeding was noticeably reduced after 8 months, Canadian study finds

  • Heart Association Backs Statin Use for At-Risk Kids
    (22-Mar-2007)
    Those with family history of heart disease, diabetes could benefit from cholesterol drug therapy, revised guidelines now say.

  • Heart Association Backs Statin Use for At-Risk Kids
    (22-Mar-2007)
    Those with family history of heart disease, diabetes could benefit from cholesterol drug therapy, revised guidelines now say.

  • Cardiac Risk Greatest While Firefighters Fighting Flames
    (21-Mar-2007)
    Study found they're most likely to die while responding to emergencies

  • Cardiac Risk Greatest While Firefighters Fighting Flames
    (21-Mar-2007)
    Study found they're most likely to die while responding to emergencies

  • Artery Disease Poses Immediate Risks
    (20-Mar-2007)
    1 of every 7 patients suffers serious event, including death, within one year, study finds

  • Artery Disease Poses Immediate Risks
    (20-Mar-2007)
    1 of every 7 patients suffers serious event, including death, within one year, study finds

  • Quitting Smoking Rejuvenates Arteries
    (19-Mar-2007)
    10 years after last cigarette, vessels regain lost flexibility, study finds

  • Treating Sleep Apnea Could Lower Stroke Risk
    (15-Mar-2007)
    Some people with the breathing disorder have undetected brain lesions, experts say

  • Women Benefit Less From Clot-Busting Stroke Drug
    (13-Mar-2007)
    But the finding is no reason to change how doctors use tPA, experts say

  • Obese More Likely to Be Kept in the Hospital After Stroke
    (13-Mar-2007)
    Study suggests they suffer more from these attacks than leaner patients

  • Heart Disease Lower in Children of Parents Who Live to 85
    (12-Mar-2007)
    But genes are no substitute for a healthy lifestyle, one expert says

  • Heart Disease Lower in Children of Parents Who Live to 85
    (12-Mar-2007)
    But genes are no substitute for a healthy lifestyle, one expert says

  • Invasive Therapy Doesn't Cut Deaths in Acute Coronary Syndrome
    (09-Mar-2007)
    Patient's risk profile should determine best treatment, one expert says

  • Invasive Therapy Doesn't Cut Deaths in Acute Coronary Syndrome
    (09-Mar-2007)
    Patient's risk profile should determine best treatment, one expert says

  • Heart Disease, Diabetes, Depression a Deadly Mix
    (09-Mar-2007)
    People with the three conditions are 30% more likely to die, study finds

  • FDA Tightens Warnings on Anemia Drugs
    (09-Mar-2007)
    Higher-than-recommended doses can be fatal to kidney, cancer patients

  • Stress, Obesity Taking Toll on Latin Americans' Health
    (08-Mar-2007)
    Changes in diet, society are boosting heart disease risk, study finds

  • Weekends Worst Time for Stroke
    (08-Mar-2007)
    Short-term death rate was 14% higher than on weekdays, Canadian study finds

  • Majority of Drug-Coated Stent Use Not Approved by FDA
    (07-Mar-2007)
    More research on the controversial practice is needed, researchers say

  • EKG Predicts Heart Risk in Postmenopausal Women
    (07-Mar-2007)
    Even minor abnormalities can signal future trouble, study finds

  • Majority of Drug-Coated Stent Use Not Approved by FDA
    (07-Mar-2007)
    More research on the controversial practice is needed, researchers say

  • EKG Predicts Heart Risk in Postmenopausal Women
    (07-Mar-2007)
    Even minor abnormalities can signal future trouble, study finds

  • Lipitor Approved for Additional Uses
    (07-Mar-2007)
    To reduce risks of heart attack and stroke

  • Specialty Heart Hospitals Increase Rate of Surgeries
    (06-Mar-2007)
    But the for-profit centers may be offering needed services, study suggests

  • Cheney's Blood Clot Highlights Fairly Common Condition
    (06-Mar-2007)
    Deep vein thrombosis can be life-threatening if not treated promptly, doctors say

  • Cheney's Blood Clot Highlights Fairly Common Condition
    (06-Mar-2007)
    Deep vein thrombosis can be life-threatening if not treated promptly, doctors say

  • Depression Worsens Outcomes for Heart Failure Patients
    (05-Mar-2007)
    Study finds that those depressed are 50% more likely to die or be hospitalized for the condition

  • Depression Worsens Outcomes for Heart Failure Patients
    (05-Mar-2007)
    Study finds that those depressed are 50% more likely to die or be hospitalized for the condition

  • Sleep Apnea Increasingly Tied to Heart Risks: Study
    (04-Mar-2007)
    Mounting data suggest causative role in cardiovascular disease

  • Heartburn or Heart Attack? Know the Symptoms
    (03-Mar-2007)
    Experts offer useful pointers, urging people to err on the side of caution

  • Heartburn or Heart Attack? Know the Symptoms
    (03-Mar-2007)
    Experts offer useful pointers, urging people to err on the side of caution

  • Whole-Grain Cereals Cut Heart Risks: Study
    (02-Mar-2007)
    High-fiber breakfast not just for kids anymore, researchers say

  • Whole-Grain Cereals Cut Heart Risks: Study
    (02-Mar-2007)
    High-fiber breakfast not just for kids anymore, researchers say

  • Hispanic Women's Hearts at High Risk: Study
    (02-Mar-2007)
    Contrary to popular wisdom, they develop signs of heart disease earlier than white women

  • Vacuum Method Breaks Up DVT Blood Clots
    (02-Mar-2007)
    Lingering deep vein clots can cause serious trouble, doctors warn

  • Mom's Smoking Raises Kids' Adult Heart Risk
    (02-Mar-2007)
    And Dad's secondhand smoke can cause long-term trouble, too, study finds

  • Do Early Growth Spurts Protect Against Bad Cholesterol?
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Finding suggests adult heart disease may have roots in childhood

  • Cholesterol Management Key for Patients at Risk for Stroke
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Adhering to guidelines could prevent many attacks, study finds

  • Drink a Little, Live a Little Longer?
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Another study suggests that light alcohol intake, especially wine, boosts health

  • Cholesterol Management Key for Patients at Risk for Stroke
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Adhering to guidelines could prevent many attacks, study finds

  • Do Early Growth Spurts Protect Against Bad Cholesterol?
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Finding suggests adult heart disease may have roots in childhood

  • One Family's Gene Defect May Help Explain Heart Disease
    (01-Mar-2007)
    Finding supports the notion of a 'metabolic syndrome,' scientists say

  • Infected Gums Can Harm the Heart
    (28-Feb-2007)
    Periodontal treatment improves blood flow, study finds

  • Infected Gums Can Harm the Heart
    (28-Feb-2007)
    Periodontal treatment improves blood flow, study finds

  • Many Stroke Patients Have High Cholesterol
    (26-Feb-2007)
    Getting levels under control could prevent many of these attacks, experts say

  • Gene Variant Keeps Blood Triglyceride Levels Low
    (26-Feb-2007)
    And it's much more common in whites than blacks, research shows

  • Many Stroke Patients Have High Cholesterol
    (26-Feb-2007)
    Getting levels under control could prevent many of these attacks, experts say

  • New Beta Blocker Drug Reduces Heart Risks
    (26-Feb-2007)
    Coreg cut heart attacks, strokes compared to older drug, company-funded study found

  • Heart Experts Issue Guidelines on Use of Celebrex
    (26-Feb-2007)
    Cox-2 painkiller should be last resort because of cardiovascular risk, American Heart Association says

  • Low Blood Pressure Ups Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
    (23-Feb-2007)
    Rate more than doubles when systolic reading falls below 120 mm Hg, study finds

  • Low Blood Pressure Ups Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
    (23-Feb-2007)
    Rate more than doubles when systolic reading falls below 120 mm Hg, study finds

  • Low Blood Pressure Ups Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
    (23-Feb-2007)
    Rate more than doubles when systolic reading falls below 120 mm Hg, study finds

  • Kids of U.S. Soldiers in Iraq Prone to Stress
    (21-Feb-2007)
    These youngsters may need special monitoring and care, researchers say

  • Health Tip: What Happens During Coronary Bypass Surgery?
    (21-Feb-2007)
    When blood flow to the heart is restored

  • Many Stroke Patients Affected by Hospital Errors
    (21-Feb-2007)
    More must be done to reduce these potentially damaging events, researchers say

  • ADHD Drugs Need Better Warnings on Heart, Psychiatric Risks: FDA
    (21-Feb-2007)
    All meds must now come with patient guideline inserts, agency says

  • 'Off-Pump' Bypass Won't Prevent Post-Op Mental Decline
    (20-Feb-2007)
    Cognition levels were similar to patients who'd used heart-lung machine, study found

  • Blood Pressure Numbers Warn of Heart Rhythm Risk
    (20-Feb-2007)
    Difference between high and low readings can point to abnormal heartbeat, research shows

  • High-Tech CT Scans Speed Diagnosis of Chest Pain
    (19-Feb-2007)
    Time and money was saved in 75% of ER cases, study finds

  • High-Tech CT Scans Speed Diagnosis of Chest Pain
    (19-Feb-2007)
    Time and money was saved in 75% of ER cases, study finds

  • Lowering Cholesterol Lowers Women's Stroke Risk
    (19-Feb-2007)
    Start paying attention to this risk factor when young, experts urge

  • Experts Issue New Heart Disease Guidelines for Women
    (19-Feb-2007)
    American Heart Association recommendations now focus on a woman's lifetime risk

  • Health Tip: About Heart Arrhythmia
    (16-Feb-2007)
    When it beats in an abnormal rhythm

  • Experts Devise New Women's Heart Risk Predictor
    (16-Feb-2007)
    It will help more women get the help they need sooner, cardiologists say

  • Heart Disease Rates Vary Widely Across U.S.
    (15-Feb-2007)
    Prevalence similar among whites, blacks and Hispanics, study finds

  • Religious Faith May Speed Stroke Recovery
    (15-Feb-2007)
    Belief, sense of community may improve coping skills, researchers say

  • Warm Weather Smog May Boost Stroke Risk
    (15-Feb-2007)
    Findings are similar to those already found for heart attack

  • Secondhand Smoke Poses Heart Disease Risk
    (13-Feb-2007)
    Study finds warnings signs in blood of those exposed to smoke

  • Blood-Letting Treatment Might Help Some Heart Patients
    (13-Feb-2007)
    It appears to reduce harmful iron stores, especially for younger people

  • Trial Looks at Timing of Anti-Clotting Drugs for Heart Attack Patients
    (13-Feb-2007)
    Findings lean toward using them later, not sooner

  • Majority of Drug-Coated Stent Use Not Approved by FDA
    (12-Feb-2007)
    More research on the controversial practice is needed, researchers say

  • Majority of Drug-Coated Stent Use Not Approved by FDA
    (12-Feb-2007)
    More research on the controversial practice is needed, researchers say

  • Inherited Aneurysm Gene Erupts Earlier in Next Generation: Study
    (08-Feb-2007)
    Blood vessel defect shows up about 15 years sooner in succeeding family members

  • Beauty Shop-Based Stroke Outreach Works
    (08-Feb-2007)
    It improved black women's knowledge of key warning signs, researchers say

  • Carotid Artery Surgery Brings Higher Than Expected Risk
    (08-Feb-2007)
    Odds for stroke, heart attack especially high for black patients, study finds

  • Better Control of Diabetes Could Reduce Stroke
    (08-Feb-2007)
    Most patients didn't manage their symptoms before attack, study found

  • Hospital a Big Factor in Black Patients' Stroke Care
    (08-Feb-2007)
    Centers with a high percentage of minority patients had worse outcomes, study found

  • Majority of Americans Ignore Stroke Symptoms
    (08-Feb-2007)
    More than half of those affected didn't seek help, study finds

  • Beauty Shop-Based Stroke Outreach Works
    (08-Feb-2007)
    It improved black women's knowledge of key warning signs, researchers say

  • Invasive Drug Therapy for Strokes Produces 'Miraculous' Response
    (08-Feb-2007)
    Experimental treatment requires injecting medication directly into a clot, researchers report

  • Robot Hand May Speed Stroke Recovery
    (07-Feb-2007)
    It helps patients regain ability to grasp, pinch objects, designers say

  • Depression Linked to Early Heart Disease
    (06-Feb-2007)
    It may contribute to hardening of the arteries, study suggests

  • Study Sees Benefits in Boosting Levels of 'Good' Cholesterol
    (06-Feb-2007)
    Doing so helps reduce plaque in arteries

  • Study Sees Benefits in Boosting Levels of 'Good' Cholesterol
    (06-Feb-2007)
    Doing so helps reduce plaque in arteries

  • Heart Surgery Drug May Boost Death Risk
    (06-Feb-2007)
    Aprotinin had already been linked to kidney and heart failure, researchers note

  • High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Boosts Lifetime Heart Risk
    (05-Feb-2007)
    It's linked to hardening of the arteries in later life, study finds

  • U.S. Minority Women Know Less About Heart Disease: Survey
    (05-Feb-2007)
    American Heart Association study suggests more targeted efforts needed to raise awareness

  • Brain Stents Might Help High-Risk Stroke Patients
    (05-Feb-2007)
    Encouraging findings need to be confirmed in a larger trial, experts say

  • Gene Variant May Predict Heart Disease, Stroke
    (02-Feb-2007)
    Early signs of trouble seen in gene carriers

  • Experts Issue Blood Clot Treatment Guidelines
    (31-Jan-2007)
    They could help manage threats such as deep-vein thrombosis

  • Air Pollution Poses Heart Risk to Postmenopausal Women
    (31-Jan-2007)
    And the higher and longer the exposure, the bigger the threat, study finds

  • Brain Stents Could Give Aging Minds a Boost
    (30-Jan-2007)
    Better blood flow appears to improve mental function, research shows

  • Ex-NFL Linemen Prone to Heart Disease
    (29-Jan-2007)
    Excess weight and inactivity are the key reasons, study says

  • Neurological Disorders Strike Millions
    (29-Jan-2007)
    New government report gives latest estimates, which show increases in Alzheimer's, MS cases

  • Calculator Helps Users Gauge Heart Attack Risk
    (27-Jan-2007)
    Online tool scores threat based on health, habits and lifestyle

  • Calculator Helps Users Gauge Heart Attack Risk
    (27-Jan-2007)
    Online tool scores threat based on health, habits and lifestyle

  • Study Spots Protein That Helps Body Clear Dead Cells
    (26-Jan-2007)
    Finding shows how fat controls inflammation that can lead to many disease processes

  • New Test May Predict Stroke Risk After 'Mini Stroke'
    (25-Jan-2007)
    But one expert isn't sure the scoring system is ready for wide use

  • Research Seeks Clues to Sudden Cardiac Death in Athletes
    (24-Jan-2007)
    Trouble in heart's right ventricle may cause irregular heartbeat, they say

  • Heart Rhythm Gene Linked to Sudden Infant Deaths
    (19-Jan-2007)
    Fatal arrhythmia study suggests screening may identify babies at risk

  • Good Heart Health Habits Should Start in Childhood
    (18-Jan-2007)
    Parents urged to act early to reduce future risk of disease

  • Health Tip: About Congestive Heart Failure
    (18-Jan-2007)
    See your doctor if you have warning signs

  • South Asians Plagued by Heart-Attack Risk Factors
    (16-Jan-2007)
    They suffer first attack at 53 years, compared to 58.8 years for westerners

  • Combining Heart and Stroke-Prevention Surgeries Raises Death Risk
    (15-Jan-2007)
    Researchers say more investigation is needed into linking the procedures

  • Emotional Health Vital to Heart Attack Recovery
    (15-Jan-2007)
    Experts say targeting follow-up care can ease depression, fear in patients

  • Combining Heart and Stroke-Prevention Surgeries Raises Death Risk
    (15-Jan-2007)
    Researchers say more investigation is needed into linking the procedures

  • Telomere Length May Predict Heart Disease Risk
    (12-Jan-2007)
    The tip of chromosomes might be useful diagnostic tool for men, study suggests

  • Heart Association Urges Americans to Start! Walking
    (12-Jan-2007)
    Program also recognizes companies that foster healthy work environments

  • Case Study Examines Rare Heart Attack Complication
    (11-Jan-2007)
    CT scan detected potentially fatal subepicardial aneurysm

  • Cardiologists Issue Guidelines for Stent Use
    (11-Jan-2007)
    Goal is to reduce blood-clot risk in heart patients getting drug-coated devices

  • Study Backs Worksite Stress Interventions
    (10-Jan-2007)
    Tension-reducing programs help hearts and the bottom line, Italian researchers say

  • Experimental Drug Tackles Inherited High Cholesterol
    (10-Jan-2007)
    But study was small and the compound has downsides, experts caution

  • Milk Blunts Heart Benefits of Tea
    (09-Jan-2007)
    It wipes out the valuable effects of antioxidants, study finds

  • Blood Test May Predict Risks for Heart Patients
    (09-Jan-2007)
    But some specialists say study findings won't have immediate impact on practice

  • Milk Blunts Heart Benefits of Tea
    (09-Jan-2007)
    It wipes out the valuable effects of antioxidants, study finds

  • Girls Most Likely to Gain Weight as Pre-Teens
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Report urges interventions before the age of 9 or 10

  • Early Blood Pressure Problems Signal Heart Trouble
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Study of young American Indians found hypertension raised risk for enlarged heart

  • Brain Bleeds From Blood Thinner on the Rise
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Doctors need to weigh the risk of stroke vs. bleeding before prescribing warfarin

  • Brain Bleeds From Blood Thinner on the Rise
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Doctors need to weigh the risk of stroke vs. bleeding before prescribing warfarin

  • Heart Association Kicks Off Walking Campaign
    (08-Jan-2007)
    'Start!' asks employers to encourage regular exercise for workers

  • New Source of Stem Cells Discovered
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Amniotic fluid cells don't come with ethical concerns that surround embryonic cells, researchers say

  • Brain Bleeds From Blood Thinner on the Rise
    (08-Jan-2007)
    Doctors need to weigh the risk of stroke vs. bleeding before prescribing warfarin

  • Liver Sugars May Help Control Triglycerides
    (04-Jan-2007)
    The blood fats are a major cause of artery-clogging illness

  • Moderate Drinking Cuts Heart Attack Risk in Hypertensive Men
    (02-Jan-2007)
    But the finding isn't a reason to boost drinking rates, researchers say

  • Rising Number of Uninsured Tops Health News for 2006
    (29-Dec-2006)
    Worries about food safety, antidepressants and stents also made headlines

  • Health Tip: Heart Palpitations
    (29-Dec-2006)
    The sensation may or may not indicate a serious health problem

  • Heart Disease, Stroke Still Big Killers
    (28-Dec-2006)
    Latest U.S. statistics suggest obesity, smoking are largely to blame

  • Methamphetamines May Be Toxic to Blood Vessels
    (26-Dec-2006)
    Report posits increased risk for artery tears, stroke in users of the drug

  • Stroke Incidence Has Declined for 50 Years
    (26-Dec-2006)
    But, 30-day mortality rate has decreased significantly only for men, study finds

  • Healthy Hearts Never Take a Holiday
    (23-Dec-2006)
    Expert suggests giving yourself a present by watching alcohol and food intake year-round

  • Women More Likely to Inherit Risk of Stroke
    (22-Dec-2006)
    A 40 percent greater link if one close relative suffered a stroke, study finds

  • Traditional Heart Risk Factors Outdo Biomarkers
    (20-Dec-2006)
    Researcher says newer measures not ready for primetime

  • Traditional Heart Risk Factors Outdo Biomarkers
    (20-Dec-2006)
    Researcher says newer measures not ready for primetime

  • U.S. Government Should Track Heart Disease: Experts
    (18-Dec-2006)
    Current data on nation's No. 1 killer is piecemeal, experts say

  • FDA Strengthens Warning on Heart Surgery Drug
    (15-Dec-2006)
    Cardiovascular, kidney risks mean Trasylol should only be used in special circumstances

  • Community Doctors Can Perform Carotid Stenting
    (14-Dec-2006)
    Study shows good results with training for surgery to prevent stroke

  • Community Doctors Can Perform Carotid Stenting
    (14-Dec-2006)
    Study shows good results with training for surgery to prevent stroke

  • Researchers Uncover Process Leading to Arterial Plaque Rupture
    (13-Dec-2006)
    Findings may be key to alternative therapies to prevent strokes, heart attacks

  • Health Tip: Low Blood Pressure May Be Dangerous, Too
    (13-Dec-2006)
    Tell your doctor if you become dizzy or lightheaded

  • Brain Lesions After Stroke May Predict Future Episodes
    (13-Dec-2006)
    MRI scans could help foretell patients' risk for subsequent incidences

  • Height Loss in Older Men Tied to Heart, Death Risks
    (12-Dec-2006)
    Shrinking 3 centimeters or more may trigger bone loss that increases chance of illness, study suggests

  • Folic Acid Doesn't Help the Heart
    (12-Dec-2006)
    Lifestyle changes more likely to prevent second heart attack, study finds

  • Height Loss in Older Men Tied to Heart, Death Risks
    (12-Dec-2006)
    Shrinking 3 centimeters or more may trigger bone loss that increases chance of illness, study suggests

  • Folic Acid Doesn't Help the Heart
    (12-Dec-2006)
    Lifestyle changes more likely to prevent second heart attack, study finds

  • Raising 'Good' Cholesterol Levels Still a Worthy Goal
    (11-Dec-2006)
    Despite death of Pfizer drug, researchers say investigation of concept should continue

  • More Americans Have Their Blood Pressure Under Control
    (11-Dec-2006)
    Researchers say several factors behind encouraging trend

  • Coated Stents Should Stay on Market, U.S. Advisers Say
    (09-Dec-2006)
    But all patients at heightened risk of blood clots, FDA panel concludes

  • Drug-Coated Stents Don't Boost Death Risk, U.S. Advisers Say
    (08-Dec-2006)
    But the devices may be the cause of blood clots, FDA panel notes

  • Statin Users Risk Heart Attacks by Stopping Treatment
    (07-Dec-2006)
    Dutch study finds chance for incident increased at least 30 percent

  • FDA Panel to Weigh Value of Drug-Coated Stents
    (06-Dec-2006)
    Safety concerns are raising doubts about the artery-opening devices

  • Drug-Coated Stents Create Clot Risk
    (06-Dec-2006)
    While they offer benefits, they may not be appropriate for all heart patients, FDA says

  • 2 Studies Find Drug-Eluting Stents Risky Without Blood Thinner
    (05-Dec-2006)
    Heart patients with such stents face higher sudden-death risk, cardiologists report.

  • Drug-Eluting Stents Risky Without Blood Thinner, Study Suggests
    (04-Dec-2006)
    Despite clotting dangers, the devices are still the best option, some cardiologists say

  • Doctors Divided Over Loss of Experimental Cholesterol Drug
    (04-Dec-2006)
    Pfizer compound sought to raise 'good' cholesterol, but trial revealed unacceptable death rate

  • Combination Therapy Eases Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    (01-Dec-2006)
    Two-drug strategy slowed the illness and got patients more mobile, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Fish is Good for Your Heart
    (01-Dec-2006)
    It contains healthy fatty acids

  • Health Tip: Warning Sign of a Major Stroke
    (30-Nov-2006)
    'Mini' episode may predict a more severe attack

  • Compound in Red Wine May Be Key to Heart Health
    (29-Nov-2006)
    But levels of procyanidins aren't the same in all wines, study says

  • Health Tip: Blood-Thinning Drugs May Have Side Effects
    (29-Nov-2006)
    Tell your doctor if you bleed too easily

  • Health Tip: Who Needs Aspirin?
    (28-Nov-2006)
    People who may benefit from a daily dose

  • Statins Cut Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke in Those Without Heart Disease
    (28-Nov-2006)
    But the drugs didn't reduce threat of coronary heart disease or overall death

  • Cellular Changes Could Spur Heart Failure Death
    (22-Nov-2006)
    Genetics could alter the cells' sodium channel function, study finds

  • High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Boosts Disease Risk Later in Life
    (17-Nov-2006)
    Threat of stroke, heart attack and midlife high blood pressure all increase, study finds

  • Health Tip: Thrombus vs. Embolus
    (16-Nov-2006)
    An explanation of different blood clots

  • Blood Test Spots Heart Failure
    (15-Nov-2006)
    Lowers costs of hospital care, study finds

  • Drug-Coated Stents Can Keep Leg Arteries Clear
    (15-Nov-2006)
    They may work equally well in lower, upper body, study finds

  • Dark Chocolate Helps Keep Blood-Clotting Dangers at Bay
    (15-Nov-2006)
    More sweet news for those who love the antioxidant-rich candy

  • Many Younger Stroke Survivors Lack Good Medical Care
    (14-Nov-2006)
    Insurance woes raise their risk for second stroke, experts warn

  • Drug-Coated Angioplasty Balloons Keep Arteries From Reclosing
    (13-Nov-2006)
    The finding could eliminate the need for drug-coated stents, study suggests

  • Doctors Debate the Merits of Drug-Coated Stents
    (13-Nov-2006)
    Some worry the artery-opening devices may contribute to long-term mortality

  • Diabetes Drug Curbs Arterial Thickening
    (13-Nov-2006)
    Actos may be another weapon against heart disease, study finds

  • Anticoagulant-Antidote Pairing Passes 1st Human Safety Test
    (13-Nov-2006)
    Medication system could prove a significant advance for heart-disease patients

  • 3 Million Worldwide Die From High Blood Sugar
    (10-Nov-2006)
    Risk kicks in before glucose reaches diabetic levels, experts note

  • Childhood Cancer Survivors Face Long-Term Stroke Risk
    (07-Nov-2006)
    Actual risk is low but still 4 times that of general population, study finds

  • For Many Women, Daily Aspirin Can Protect the Heart
    (05-Nov-2006)
    But not every woman is a candidate for the therapy, so check with your doctor first

  • Stroke Rehab Technique Improves Arm, Hand Function
    (31-Oct-2006)
    The therapy involves limiting the use of the 'good' arm

  • New Scanning Tool Could Prevent Unneeded Heart Attack Hospitalizations
    (30-Oct-2006)
    Computerized technique reveals blocked arteries

  • Health Tip: Eat a Balanced Vegetarian Diet
    (27-Oct-2006)
    Here's how to get the right nutrients

  • Proper Care Prevents Deep Vein Clots in Elderly
    (27-Oct-2006)
    These leg clots can move to the lung and prove fatal, experts say

  • Blood Test Gauges Clot Recurrence Risk
    (25-Oct-2006)
    Some patients with deep vein thrombosis need longer drug therapy, study shows

  • Statins Good for Smokers' Lungs
    (23-Oct-2006)
    But they're no substitute for quitting smoking, researchers add

  • Health Tip: If Someone Is Having a Heart Attack
    (20-Oct-2006)
    Call 911 first, experts say

  • Surgery Better Than Stents at Stroke Prevention
    (18-Oct-2006)
    French trial focused on patients with blocked arteries who showed symptoms

  • Health Tip: Symptoms of Stroke
    (18-Oct-2006)
    Seek immediate medical help if someone has these warning signs

  • Brain Protein Could Limit Stroke Damage
    (18-Oct-2006)
    Mouse study shows G-CSF works even if given days after an attack

  • Surgery Better Than Stents at Stroke Prevention
    (18-Oct-2006)
    French trial focused on patients with blocked arteries who showed symptoms

  • Breathing Training Benefits Heart-Surgery Patients
    (17-Oct-2006)
    It helped reduce pulmonary complications, such as pneumonia, study finds

  • Gum Disease Can Trigger Host of Problems
    (14-Oct-2006)
    Left untreated, it can contribute to ills ranging from diabetes to heart trouble

  • Drug Reverses Deadly Angioplasty Complication
    (11-Oct-2006)
    Calcium channel-blocker nicardipine undid no-flow in arteries, study finds

  • Drug Reverses Deadly Angioplasty Complication
    (11-Oct-2006)
    Calcium channel-blocker nicardipine undid no-flow in arteries, study finds

  • Stroke Symptoms Common But Often Unreported
    (09-Oct-2006)
    Study suggests 18 percent of U.S. adults miss or ignore the warning signs

  • Health Tip: What's Pericarditis?
    (06-Oct-2006)
    An inflammation of the heart's membrane

  • Vitamin D Compound May Fight Blood Clots in Cancer Patients
    (28-Sep-2006)
    Calcitriol helped cut the risk of this complication, researchers say

  • Post-Stroke Depression Undertreated
    (28-Sep-2006)
    Only 1 in 5 patients get antidepressants, study finds

  • Intensive Statin Therapy Beneficial in Heart Emergencies
    (25-Sep-2006)
    Studies find a reduction in deaths, cardiovascular problems

  • Menthol Cigarettes Seem Tougher to Quit
    (25-Sep-2006)
    This may help explain higher smoking-related illness among blacks, researchers say

  • Stroke Trials' History Shows Bias Toward Good News
    (25-Sep-2006)
    Negative findings are less likely to be published, researchers say

  • 'Silent Killer' Helps Treat Lung Condition
    (22-Sep-2006)
    Carbon monoxide plays Jekyll and Hyde, destroying cells blocking blood flow

  • Polluted Air Might Increase Stroke Risk
    (21-Sep-2006)
    High hourly rates more than double the chances of an attack, study says

  • High Levels of Lipoprotein Spell Cardiac Trouble in Women
    (19-Sep-2006)
    In large study, risk was even greater if women also had high LDL cholesterol

  • Expensive, Drug-Coated Stents Offer Modest Benefit
    (13-Sep-2006)
    Based on studies, bare-metal stents may be just as good, experts say

  • Early Symptoms Can Warn of Sudden Cardiac Death
    (08-Sep-2006)
    Chest pain, breathlessness call for quick action, study finds

  • Health Tip: Living With a Pacemaker
    (06-Sep-2006)
    Follow your doctor's instructions

  • Health Tip: Angina Is Chest Pain
    (31-Aug-2006)
    It could be a sign of current or pending heart attack

  • Health Tip: Chronic Kidney Disease Can Damage Heart
    (31-Aug-2006)
    Early detection can help keep it under control

  • Exercise: The Antidote for a High-Fat Meal
    (31-Aug-2006)
    Even a mild workout reverses arterial damage, study suggests

  • Race Plays Role in Stroke's Aftermath
    (31-Aug-2006)
    Minorities at higher risk for diminished quality of life, study finds

  • When It Comes to the Heart, Doctor Knows Best
    (29-Aug-2006)
    Even with modern tests, physician's judgment still the best medicine, study says

  • 31 States Record Increases in Adult Obesity
    (29-Aug-2006)
    Two-thirds of Americans now at risk of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, report finds

  • New Cholesterol Guidelines Proposed for Teens
    (29-Aug-2006)
    Gender, age taken into account to assess future heart-disease risk

  • 31 States Record Increases in Adult Obesity
    (29-Aug-2006)
    Two-thirds of Americans now at risk of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, report finds

  • U.S. Adds TLC to New Cholesterol Guide
    (28-Aug-2006)
    80-page publication offers prescription for therapeutic lifestyle changes

  • Long Work Days Linked to High Blood Pressure
    (28-Aug-2006)
    Risk is higher for those with little job control, study suggests

  • Health Tip: Hyponatremia is Salt-to-Water Imbalance
    (25-Aug-2006)
    The condition -- and cause -- must be treated

  • Obesity Increases Chances of Early Death
    (23-Aug-2006)
    Study found risk was two to three times greater than in normal-weight people

  • Mexican-Americans at Higher Risk for Second Stroke
    (23-Aug-2006)
    And second strokes can be more deadly than the first, experts warn

  • New, Deadly Relative of Marfan's Syndrome Discovered
    (23-Aug-2006)
    Causes weakness of blood vessels throughout the body, researchers say

  • Insulin Resistance a Marker of Heart Risk for Teens
    (21-Aug-2006)
    Increased chance of diabetes, cardiovascular disease found, report says

  • Health Tip: Know Your Blood Pressure
    (21-Aug-2006)
    Are your pressure and cholesterol levels within normal range?

  • Strokes May Follow 'Body Clock'
    (18-Aug-2006)
    They usually strike in morning or early evening, study finds

  • Expanded Use of Plavix Approved
    (17-Aug-2006)
    To prevent blocked arteries after heart attack

  • Any Tobacco Use Raises Heart Attack Risk
    (17-Aug-2006)
    That includes smoking, chewing and secondhand exposures, study finds

  • U.S. Stroke Bill Could Top $2.2 Trillion by 2050
    (16-Aug-2006)
    Lost earnings from younger victims a major factor, study finds

  • Coffee Might Trigger First Heart Attack in Some
    (15-Aug-2006)
    Study found those at risk for coronary disease were most vulnerable

  • Heart Drug May Help Reopen Arteries After Stroke
    (15-Aug-2006)
    Small study says low-dose argatroban used with intravenous rtPA may improve outcomes

  • Blacks, Hispanics Hospitalized More Often for Diabetes, Heart Disease
    (15-Aug-2006)
    Many cases could have been prevented through better outpatient care, U.S. group finds

  • Heart Drug May Help Reopen Arteries After Stroke
    (15-Aug-2006)
    Small study says low-dose argatroban used with intravenous rtPA may improve outcomes

  • Alternative Test Uncovers Hidden Risks for Kidney, Cardiovascular Disease
    (14-Aug-2006)
    Patients with high cystatin C protein levels were 50% more likely to die, study says

  • ACE Inhibitors Good for Hardened Arteries
    (11-Aug-2006)
    While some doctors still debate the practice, new research finds benefits

  • Health Tip: What's a Pulmonary Embolism?
    (11-Aug-2006)
    A dangerous blood clot that travels to the lungs

  • ACE Inhibitors Good for Hardened Arteries
    (11-Aug-2006)
    While some doctors still debate the practice, new research finds benefits

  • Pigeons Provide Clues to Post-Op Artery Re-Closure
    (10-Aug-2006)
    The birds have genetic predisposition to 'over-exuberant' tissue growth, researchers say

  • Health Tip: Treating Atrial Fibrillation
    (10-Aug-2006)
    An irregular heartbeat

  • Pigeons Provide Clues to Post-Op Artery Re-Closure
    (10-Aug-2006)
    The birds have genetic predisposition to 'over-exuberant' tissue growth, researchers say

  • Statin Drugs Cut Risk of Recurrent Stroke
    (09-Aug-2006)
    Cholesterol-lowering meds effective even in patients without heart disease, study finds

  • Just a Little High-Saturated Fat Can Be Hard on the Arteries
    (08-Aug-2006)
    Researchers find that even one high-fat meal reduces effects of 'good' cholesterol

  • Just a Little High-Saturated Fat Can Be Hard on the Arteries
    (08-Aug-2006)
    Researchers find that even one high-fat meal reduces effects of 'good' cholesterol

  • Spotting Kidney Disease Helps Heart Patients
    (07-Aug-2006)
    Experts urge blood, urine tests for those with cardiovascular trouble

  • New Guidelines Out on Use of Anti-Clotting Therapy
    (04-Aug-2006)
    Groups say stroke risk should be main determinant in treating patients with atrial fibrillation

  • Gene Variants Found to Raise Stroke Risk in Younger Women
    (04-Aug-2006)
    Finding could lead to test to spot variants in high-risk women

  • New Guidelines Out on Use of Anti-Clotting Therapy
    (04-Aug-2006)
    Groups say stroke risk should be main determinant in treating patients with atrial fibrillation

  • Blood Clot Threads Are Nature's Most Stretchable: Study
    (03-Aug-2006)
    Fibrin fibers could be pulled more than four times their length before they broke

  • Sleep Apnea Increases Stroke Risk in Elderly
    (03-Aug-2006)
    But therapies exist to treat the condition, researchers report

  • Men at Higher Risk of Recurrent Blood Clots
    (27-Jul-2006)
    Deep venous thrombosis often occurs in the legs and can be fatal, experts warn

  • Does Clearing Plaque From Brain Artery Ease Depression?
    (25-Jul-2006)
    Inserting stents improved blood flow, but some question whether the surgery deserves the credit

  • New Test Identifies Blood Clot Risk
    (25-Jul-2006)
    Could help spot people in need of blood-thinning therapy, study says

  • Does Clearing Plaque From Brain Artery Ease Depression?
    (25-Jul-2006)
    Inserting stents improved blood flow, but some question whether the surgery deserves the credit

  • Health Tip: Cerebral Aneurysms Need Early Diagnosis
    (20-Jul-2006)
    But everyone who has them doesn't show symptoms

  • Impotence Can Foreshadow Coronary Artery Disease
    (19-Jul-2006)
    Doctors should monitor heart health of patients with erectile dysfunction, study says

  • Journal Editor Criticizes Authors of Migraine Study
    (18-Jul-2006)
    Research on link to heart risk was OK, but writers' financial interests were not revealed

  • Journal Editor Criticizes Authors of Migraine Study
    (18-Jul-2006)
    Research on link to heart risk was OK, but writers' financial interests were not revealed

  • Alzheimer's 'Risk Score' Spots Those Most Vulnerable
    (17-Jul-2006)
    Other studies look at dementia's links to stroke, cholesterol

  • Living Alone Boosts Heart Risk
    (13-Jul-2006)
    Solitary seniors, especially, had much greater odds of heart attack, study found

  • Raloxifene Doesn't Raise Heart Disease Risk
    (12-Jul-2006)
    But women with heart disease faced stroke risk when using it as breast cancer preventative

  • Raloxifene Doesn't Raise Heart Disease Risk
    (12-Jul-2006)
    But women with heart disease faced stroke risk when using it as breast cancer preventative

  • Healthy Lifestyle Cuts Women's Stroke Risk
    (11-Jul-2006)
    Large, 10-year study shows big benefit to exercise and healthy diet

  • Experts: Screen Most Older Adults to Prevent Heart Attacks
    (10-Jul-2006)
    Panel advises regular arterial exams for even healthy Americans

  • New Markers Won't Help Docs Assess Heart Risks
    (10-Jul-2006)
    Blood levels of C-reactive protein, other markers, add little to known risk factors, study shows

  • Epidemic of Deadly Atrial Fibrillation is Here
    (05-Jul-2006)
    Data suggests more than 5 million have potentially dangerous abnormal heartbeat

  • Shedding Light on Trans Fats in Foods
    (30-Jun-2006)
    New FDA labeling requirement helps consumers spot these threats to heart health

  • Diabetes Brings Earlier Heart Disease, Death
    (30-Jun-2006)
    Developing the type 2 form of the illness is like aging 15 years, researchers say

  • Two Technologies Together Spot Clogged Vessels
    (29-Jun-2006)
    Noninvasive cardiac MRI plus contrast enhancement worked better than angiography, researchers report

  • Magnetic Therapy May Help Stroke Recovery
    (29-Jun-2006)
    Pulses into the brain improved motor function in small study

  • Study Identifies Kidney Trouble as Heart Risk
    (28-Jun-2006)
    ACE inhibitor drugs improve survival

  • Nighttime Blood Pressure Linked to Heart Failure
    (27-Jun-2006)
    Absence of normal drop more than doubles the risk, study finds

  • Nighttime Blood Pressure Linked to Heart Failure
    (27-Jun-2006)
    Absence of normal drop more than doubles the risk, study finds

  • Health Tip: Varicose Veins May Not Need Treatment
    (26-Jun-2006)
    But talk to your doctor if you have pain

  • Women's Heart Care Varies Widely By Hospital
    (26-Jun-2006)
    New survey finds a 40% difference between best, poorest performers

  • May Fight High Blood Pressure
    (26-Jun-2006)
    The more consumed, the bigger the benefit, study finds

  • Generic Versions of Zocor Approved
    (23-Jun-2006)
    2nd-best selling cholesterol drug in U.S.

  • Blood Pressure Woes Start Earlier Than You Think
    (23-Jun-2006)
    59 million Americans have prehypertension, a condition with serious health risks

  • Late-Life Job Loss Raises Heart Attack Risk
    (22-Jun-2006)
    Older workers could benefit from stress reduction after layoffs, researchers say

  • Mutant Gene May Help Cause Abnormal Heartbeat
    (21-Jun-2006)
    The finding could explain many cases of atrial fibrillation

  • Heart Drugs May Help Shield Brain Cells From Stroke
    (20-Jun-2006)
    Digoxin and digitoxin show early promise in rat studies

  • Veggies Do a Heart Good
    (19-Jun-2006)
    Mice fed 30% vegetable diet were thinner with clearer arteries, study found

  • Salt Initiative Backed by Health Professionals
    (14-Jun-2006)
    But call for warning labels on high-salt foods draws fire from food industry

  • Protein Linked to Insulin Resistance in Humans
    (14-Jun-2006)
    Discovery could lead to targeted therapies for preventing type 2 diabetes

  • Chant 'Om' for Better Heart Health
    (13-Jun-2006)
    Transcendental meditation lowers insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome risk, study finds

  • High Blood Sugar Can Be Deadly After Heart Attack
    (13-Jun-2006)
    Death was 15 times more likely in some patients with hyperglycemia, study found

  • Health Tip: Calf Pain Could Signal Cardiovascular Trouble
    (12-Jun-2006)
    Peripheral artery disease often starts in the legs

  • Aspirin-Plavix Combo Disappoints in Heart Arrhythmia Trial
    (09-Jun-2006)
    It's less effective than warfarin in preventing strokes, researchers say

  • Stroke Patients' Family Caregivers Need More Support
    (08-Jun-2006)
    Health-care professionals can help make sure they're prepared, experts say

  • Imaging Combo Catches Cardiovascular Trouble
    (07-Jun-2006)
    Two types of scans were more accurate at spotting blood flow problems

  • Many Ex-NFL Linemen at Risk for Heart Disease
    (05-Jun-2006)
    More likely to have enlarged hearts, metabolic syndrome than retired non-linemen, studies find

  • Enlarged Heart Not Always a Sign of Trouble
    (02-Jun-2006)
    Type of stress determines how the heart reacts, researchers report

  • Mild Heart Disorder Raises Stroke Risk
    (01-Jun-2006)
    Slight reduction in pumping ability found to cause the problem

  • High Doses of Statins Carry Dangers, Swedish Report Says
    (01-Jun-2006)
    But top American cardiologists say evidence doesn't back up the claim

  • Mild Heart Disorder Raises Stroke Risk
    (01-Jun-2006)
    Slight reduction in pumping ability found to cause the problem

  • New Computer Scan Superior at Spotting Lung Clots
    (31-May-2006)
    But a doctor's judgment is still a vital resource, study finds

  • Diabetes, Smoking Are Risk Factors for Leg Artery Problems
    (30-May-2006)
    Study finds differences in difficulties with small and large arteries

  • Health Tip: Do I Need a Vitamin E Supplement?
    (29-May-2006)
    Most people can get enough from the right diet

  • Study Compares Brain Aneurysm Treatments
    (26-May-2006)
    Both 'coiling' and 'clipping' work well over long term

  • Study Compares Brain Aneurysm Treatments
    (26-May-2006)
    Both 'coiling' and 'clipping' work well over long term

  • Health Tip: Keep Your Arteries Healthy
    (23-May-2006)
    Prevent atherosclerosis

  • Common Painkillers Linked to Increased Admissions for Heart Failure
    (22-May-2006)
    Older patients taking NSAIDs showed a 30% higher risk, U.K. study finds

  • Air Pollution Boosts Death Rates
    (22-May-2006)
    Those with diseases like diabetes, heart failure and rheumatoid arthritis are vulnerable, study finds

  • Drug Combos Best for Controlling Blood Pressure
    (20-May-2006)
    Lowering cholesterol also offers benefits, studies find

  • Early Treatment Helps People With Prehypertension
    (19-May-2006)
    Medication slowed progression to hypertension, researchers say

  • Adding Drug to Aspirin May Better Prevent Second Stroke
    (18-May-2006)
    But the daily regimen is more expensive than aspirin alone, an expert notes

  • Popular Supplement Doesn't Reduce High Cholesterol
    (16-May-2006)
    Policosanol is no more effective than a placebo, study finds

  • Airline Cabin Conditions Not Linked to Blood Clots
    (16-May-2006)
    But risks for long-distance travelers are real, study authors say

  • Technique Eases Patient Allergy to Plavix
    (12-May-2006)
    About 2 percent of people are allergic to the heart drug

  • EMS Stroke Response Good in Poor Neighborhoods
    (11-May-2006)
    But another study found poverty boosts stroke risk

  • Women Benefiting Less From Improved Heart Disease Care
    (09-May-2006)
    Cardiovascular death rate falling faster for men, study shows

  • Corticosteroid Drugs May Boost Cardiac Arrhythmia Risk
    (08-May-2006)
    These meds are commonly used by asthmatics, arthritis sufferers, researchers note

  • Ultrasound Can Help Predict Heart Attack Risk
    (08-May-2006)
    Atherosclerosis in neck artery is key warning sign, study finds

  • Experts Issue New Stroke-Prevention Guidelines
    (05-May-2006)
    Bottom line for patients: Stay healthy, get checked often

  • Heart Drug Side Effects More Common in Minority Patients
    (05-May-2006)
    But experts say race may not necessarily be to blame

  • Stents Boost Walking Ability for Patients With Blocked Leg Arteries
    (03-May-2006)
    Peripheral arterial disease can lead to amputation in worst cases

  • Americans Less Healthy Than the British
    (02-May-2006)
    Study finds gap despite higher U.S. incomes, more money spent on health care

  • Surprising Report on Statins Won't Deter Doctors From Using Them
    (02-May-2006)
    They see great value in administering the cholesterol drugs to heart patients

  • Gene May Help Spur Deadly Brain Aneurysms
    (27-Apr-2006)
    One variant was 14 times more common in people with weakened brain vessels

  • New Technology Spots Aneurysms Faster, Safer
    (25-Apr-2006)
    Computed tomography angiography improves on standard angiogram, study suggests

  • Heavy Coffee Drinking Doesn't Hurt the Heart
    (24-Apr-2006)
    No risk of heart disease found in two long-term studies

  • Triple Drug Regimen Can Reduce Stroke Damage
    (24-Apr-2006)
    Study finds quicker recovery, less loss of function

  • Publicly Funded Medical Research Pays Off
    (20-Apr-2006)
    It saves thousands of lives and generates billions of dollars, U.S. study shows

  • Education Level Linked to Heart Disease: Study
    (18-Apr-2006)
    Those with just a high school degree more likely to have calcium deposits in arteries

  • Scientists Suggest Alternative to Cox-2 Drugs
    (13-Apr-2006)
    Stomach-safe pain relief without heart risks might be possible, research shows

  • Blood Pressure Drugs Help Prevent Stroke, Heart Attack
    (11-Apr-2006)
    Review of the data suggests ACE inhibitors are lifesavers

  • 't Cause Breast Cancer: Study
    (11-Apr-2006)
    But treatment isn't risk-free, so women should consult their doctors, experts say

  • Standard Test Misses Heart Disease Signs in Women
    (10-Apr-2006)
    Angiograms don't find blockages in smaller vessels that women tend to have, study shows

  • Estrogen Therapy Boosts Clotting Risk in Postmenopausal Women
    (10-Apr-2006)
    Those who had hysterectomies, took hormone were more likely to get DVT, study found

  • Stroke May Trigger Memory Trouble
    (10-Apr-2006)
    Decline can happen in the absence of other cognitive problems, such as dementia, researchers note

  • Stem Cells Could Boost Stroke Recovery
    (09-Apr-2006)
    In rat studies, they also show promise against cerebral palsy

  • Moderate Drinking Good for Women's Brains
    (06-Apr-2006)
    Those who had two drinks daily had higher scores than teetotalers, study finds

  • Calcium May Lessen Stroke's Toll
    (06-Apr-2006)
    Study finds less severe attacks, better outcomes in patients with high intakes

  • Multiple Lifestyle Changes Help Lower Blood Pressure
    (03-Apr-2006)
    Measures include counseling on nutrition and exercise, study reports

  • Immune Suppressing Drug Prevents Heart Transplant Rejection
    (31-Mar-2006)
    In U.S. study, it surpassed standard anti-rejection drug

  • Too Many Ignore Symptoms of Mini-Stroke
    (30-Mar-2006)
    Only 1 in 10 sought emergency treatment in British study

  • Infections May Trigger Dangerous Blood Clots
    (30-Mar-2006)
    Respiratory, urinary tract problems linked to deep vein thrombosis, study suggests

  • Health Tip: Internet Recipes Good for the Heart
    (28-Mar-2006)
    Heart Association offers tasty alternatives

  • Fish Not a Proven Heart Protector: Study
    (24-Mar-2006)
    But the presence of omega 3 fats confers a likely benefit, experts say

  • Symptom Awareness, Alert Friends Speed Stroke Care
    (23-Mar-2006)
    In study, urging by a loved one cut time-to-treatment by 80%

  • Exercise No Threat to a Woman's Heart
    (21-Mar-2006)
    But excess weight and sedentary lifestyle are, studies find

  • Billing Records Help Assess Care for Heart Patients
    (21-Mar-2006)
    The best hospitals produce the best results, study finds

  • Foods Fortified With Folic Acid May Cut Stroke Risk
    (16-Mar-2006)
    The B vitamin might work by reducing an amino acid in the blood, study finds

  • Blood Pressure Drugs Keep Hypertension in Check
    (14-Mar-2006)
    Patients using angiotensin receptor blocker postponed progression to hypertension, study finds

  • Test to Predict Heart-Attack Risk Underused
    (14-Mar-2006)
    Younger, healthier patients who would benefit don't get the exam, study says

  • Anti-Clotting Drugs May Improve Heart Attack Care
    (14-Mar-2006)
    Arixtra and Lovenox extend survival, lower post-attack events, studies show

  • Carotid Stenting Safe Alternative to Surgery
    (14-Mar-2006)
    Propping open this vital vessel can help prevent strokes, experts say

  • Aggressive Statin Therapy May Reverse Atherosclerosis
    (13-Mar-2006)
    Crestor not only inhibited but reduced plaque build-up on artery walls, researchers say

  • Doctors Rethinking Aspirin-Plavix Combination
    (13-Mar-2006)
    Blood-thinning regimen can double death risk if used to prevent first heart attack, study finds

  • Aggressive Statin Therapy May Reverse Atherosclerosis
    (13-Mar-2006)
    Crestor not only inhibited but reduced plaque build-up on artery walls, researchers say

  • Folic Acid Supplements Won't Lower Heart-Attack Risk
    (13-Mar-2006)
    Two studies suggest folate and B vitamins are not as heart-healthy as thought

  • Doctors Rethinking Aspirin-Plavix Combination
    (13-Mar-2006)
    Blood-thinning regimen can double death risk if used to prevent first heart attack, study finds

  • Drug-Coated Stents Beat Radiation at Reopening Arteries
    (12-Mar-2006)
    Two studies with different brands produce similar results

  • More Than Immobility Triggers In-Flight Clots
    (10-Mar-2006)
    Low cabin pressure might also be to blame, but more study is needed, experts say

  • Studies Highlight Problems With Anti-Clotting Drug
    (09-Mar-2006)
    Warfarin is tough to prescribe and use, doctors say

  • Blood Pressure Dropping Globally
    (09-Mar-2006)
    Better diets, not antihypertensive medications, may be the reason, experts say

  • Researchers Reduce Enlarged Hearts in Fat Mice
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Finding could spur new treatments for obesity-related heart failure

  • Aspirin Therapy Benefits More People Than Thought
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Those with heart disease risk of 7.5 percent or more are helped, study finds

  • Air Pollution Ups Hospitalizations in Seniors
    (07-Mar-2006)
    Cardiovascular, respiratory troubles increase, study finds

  • Antidepressants Boost Heart Patients' Death Risk
    (05-Mar-2006)
    New research contradicts previous findings, experts say

  • Hard Marriages Can Harden Arteries
    (03-Mar-2006)
    Study finds hostility, controlling behaviors can affect heart health

  • Diabetes May Roll Back Victories Over Heart Disease
    (03-Mar-2006)
    Growing epidemic threatens America's health, study finds

  • Noni Juice Might Lower Smokers' Cholesterol
    (02-Mar-2006)
    Company-funded research shows benefit, but skeptics call for larger, independent trial

  • Restraint Therapy Improves Function for Stroke Patients
    (02-Mar-2006)
    And the technique can be used years after a stroke occurs, study finds

  • Radiowave Technique Steadies Abnormal Heartbeats
    (01-Mar-2006)
    Catheter ablation helped atrial fibrillation patients in study

  • Overactive Thyroid Tied to Irregular Heart Rhythm
    (28-Feb-2006)
    But other heart problems aren't linked to trouble with the gland, study suggests

  • Treating Older Men's Prostate Cancer May Be Wiser Course
    (27-Feb-2006)
    Study argues against the practice of 'watchful waiting'

  • Two Rare Clotting Genes Hike Heart Disease Risk
    (24-Feb-2006)
    Study analysis finds moderate increase for cardiac problems

  • Two Rare Clotting Genes Hike Heart Disease Risk
    (24-Feb-2006)
    Study analysis finds moderate increase for cardiac problems

  • A Lifesaving Stroke Drug That Few People Get
    (19-Feb-2006)
    Despite its effectiveness, hurdles often block the use of tPA, experts say

  • Stroke Risk Remains Higher in Ex-Smokers
    (17-Feb-2006)
    The finding challenges the notion that their long-term risk drops to that of never-smokers

  • Stroke Guidelines Help Improve Care
    (17-Feb-2006)
    American Stroke Association's program boosts hospital performance, study finds

  • Cost of Stroke for Hispanic-Americans Will Soar
    (17-Feb-2006)
    Study estimates $334 billion in related expenditures by 2050

  • Drug Abuse Raises Brain Hemorrhage Risk
    (17-Feb-2006)
    A fifth of younger patients showed evidence of pot, cocaine or other drug use, study finds

  • Medicare's Payout for Stroke Lagging Behind Cost
    (17-Feb-2006)
    Payment gap could mean cutbacks in quality of care, experts warn

  • Oxygen Shows Promise as Stroke Treatment
    (17-Feb-2006)
    Therapy might extend the time that patients have to receive drug therapy, study says

  • Birth-Control Patch May Boost Risk of Blood Clots
    (17-Feb-2006)
    But a second study found no heightened risk, officials report

  • Stroke Survival May Depend on Staying Cool
    (16-Feb-2006)
    Maintaining normal or lower-than-normal body temperature could be key, study suggests

  • Kids Can Be Key to Emergency Stroke Care
    (16-Feb-2006)
    Educating them on the warning signs could save lives, researchers say

  • When Stroke Hits, Call 911
    (16-Feb-2006)
    Ambulances are your best bet for rapid care, studies show

  • Young Type 2 Diabetics at Higher Stroke Risk
    (16-Feb-2006)
    Their odds of an attack double soon after diagnosis, study finds

  • More Than 40% of Heart Attacks Go Undiagnosed
    (14-Feb-2006)
    The problem affects women more often than men, researchers report

  • Estrogen Therapy of No Value to Heart Health
    (13-Feb-2006)
    But it may offer some protection to younger postmenopausal women, study finds

  • Most Stroke Patients Miss Out on Clot-Busting Drug
    (13-Feb-2006)
    Far too many wait too long to seek care, researchers say

  • New Stroke Drug Could Reach More Victims
    (08-Feb-2006)
    Widens treatment window from three hours to six, study finds

  • Low-Fat Diets Don't Protect Postmenopausal Women
    (07-Feb-2006)
    Trio of studies found no effect on risk of breast and colon cancer, or heart disease

  • Low-Fat Diets Don't Protect Postmenopausal Women
    (07-Feb-2006)
    Trio of studies found no effect on risk of breast and colon cancer, or heart disease

  • Stroke Survivors in Danger of Another Attack
    (05-Feb-2006)
    New expert guidelines say equal attention must be paid to full and 'mini' stroke

  • Obesity Raises Pregnancy Risks
    (03-Feb-2006)
    Weight-related dangers threaten both mother and newborn, panelists conclude

  • Stem Cells Offer Hope Against Heart Failure
    (02-Feb-2006)
    No breakthroughs yet, but getting the 'recipe' right will be key, experts say

  • Blood Thinner Boosts Elderly Fracture Risk
    (02-Feb-2006)
    Long-term warfarin use increased the odds by 25 percent,study found

  • Women More Aware of Heart-Disease Risk...
    (31-Jan-2006)
    ... But treatment still doesn't equal that of men, studies find

  • Gene Explains Asians' Resistance to Angina Drug
    (27-Jan-2006)
    Switched-off DNA may explain why many don't get relief from nitroglycerin

  • Fruits and Veggies Protect Against Stroke
    (26-Jan-2006)
    Three daily servings are good, five or more are better, study finds

  • Health Tip: Brush Your Teeth, Help Your Heart
    (25-Jan-2006)
    Gum care important in controlling plaque

  • Aspirin Therapy Safe for Some Brain Hemorrhage Survivors
    (23-Jan-2006)
    Study found users had no increased risk for repeat attacks

  • Erectile Dysfunction Can Signal Heart Trouble
    (23-Jan-2006)
    Men with condition performed more poorly on cardiac stress test, researchers found

  • Aspirin Therapy Safe for Some Brain Hemorrhage Survivors
    (23-Jan-2006)
    Study found users had no increased risk for repeat attacks

  • On-the-Job Stress Bad for the Heart
    (20-Jan-2006)
    British study links it to increase in risk factors for cardiovascular disease

  • Aspirin Protects Men and Women Differently
    (17-Jan-2006)
    Fewer strokes for women, fewer heart attacks for men, study found

  • Health Tip: Don't Let a Stroke Hinder All Activities
    (16-Jan-2006)
    Learn to modify your tasks

  • Lifestyle Changes Can Quickly Reverse Heart Risks
    (11-Jan-2006)
    In 3 weeks, improvements in diet and exercise can have big impact, study finds

  • Lifestyle Changes Can Quickly Reverse Heart Risks
    (11-Jan-2006)
    In 3 weeks, improvements in diet and exercise can have big impact, study finds

  • Obesity Alone Boosts Heart Disease Risk
    (10-Jan-2006)
    Research also finds other risk factors are undertreated

  • Obesity Alone Boosts Heart Disease Risk
    (10-Jan-2006)
    Research also finds other risk factors are undertreated

  • Heart Patients Not Taking Meds As Directed
    (09-Jan-2006)
    Nearly half failed to follow doctor's orders, study found

  • Blood Thinners May Have Contributed to Sharon's Stroke
    (06-Jan-2006)
    Israeli prime minister, who underwent more brain surgery Friday, was given blood thinner after suffering a minor stroke in December

  • Walking Slows Progression of Peripheral Artery Disease
    (03-Jan-2006)
    Doing it three times a week fights decreased blood flow in legs, study finds

  • Drug-Eluting Stents May Cause Allergic Reactions
    (29-Dec-2005)
    But they remain a lifesaving device for heart patients, study finds

  • Marker for Heart Failure Works in Kidney Patients
    (27-Dec-2005)
    Study found renal disease did not alter accuracy of blood test

  • If Your Siblings Have Heart Disease, You May, Too
    (27-Dec-2005)
    Study finding should encourage people to control risk factors, experts say

  • Strict Blood Sugar Control Cuts Diabetes Heart Risk
    (21-Dec-2005)
    Odds of heart attack, stroke fell by more than half in type 1 patients, study found

  • Impotence Points to Heart Problems
    (20-Dec-2005)
    Major study shows erectile dysfunction ups risk of cardiovascular trouble

  • One-Third of U.S. Teens Out of Shape
    (20-Dec-2005)
    Finding may have long-term implications for cardiovascular health

  • Impotence Points to Heart Problems
    (20-Dec-2005)
    Major study shows erectile dysfunction ups risk of cardiovascular trouble

  • Diesel Exhaust Chokes Human Arteries
    (20-Dec-2005)
    'Exposure chamber' study shows fumes narrow vessels, raise clot risk

  • Diesel Exhaust Chokes Human Arteries
    (19-Dec-2005)
    'Exposure chamber' study shows fumes narrow vessels, raise clot risk

  • Study That Discredited HRT Was Flawed, Experts Say
    (16-Dec-2005)
    More research would be needed to overturn those findings, however

  • Health Tip: Pins And Needles That Won't Go Away
    (14-Dec-2005)
    Don't let it linger; a doctor's consultation may be needed

  • Health Tip: Pins And Needles That Won't Go Away
    (14-Dec-2005)
    Don't let it linger; a doctor's consultation may be needed

  • Heart Failure Drug for Blacks a Good Deal
    (13-Dec-2005)
    Study found Bidil cost 34% less than standard therapy over course of a year

  • Young Adults Lax on Cholesterol Control
    (12-Dec-2005)
    No decrease for them over past two decades, new study finds

  • New England Journal Charges Merck Deleted Vioxx Study Data
    (09-Dec-2005)
    Editors contend drugmaker withheld information on heart risks before findings were given to journal

  • Stroke's Deadly Toll: 2 Million Brain Cells Each Minute
    (08-Dec-2005)
    Statistics on stroke's impact show how urgently immediate help is needed

  • Obesity, Blood Pressure Woes Haunt Aging Boomers
    (08-Dec-2005)
    But life expectancy has hit an all-time high, annual U.S. health report finds

  • Sleep Apnea Boosts Stroke Risk
    (05-Dec-2005)
    Disordered nighttime breathing raises the odds fourfold, study finds

  • Got Gum Trouble? Your Heart Might Be Next
    (29-Nov-2005)
    Infected gums can contribute to clogged arteries, experts say

  • Heart Failure Patients in Two Countries Compared
    (28-Nov-2005)
    U.S. patients did better than Canadian ones in short run, but difference disappeared after a year

  • C-Reactive Protein Signals Cardiovascular Risk, Sometimes
    (28-Nov-2005)
    Two studies arrive at different conclusions on value of test for inflammatory protein

  • Health Tip: Be Careful Shoveling Snow
    (28-Nov-2005)
    It can be dangerous for some people

  • Could Hormone Replacement Help Younger Women?
    (24-Nov-2005)
    Research will see if the therapy can prevent heart disease just after menopause

  • Decaf Coffee Might Slightly Boost Heart-Disease Risk
    (16-Nov-2005)
    Study found it raised levels of blood fats, LDL cholesterol

  • Diabetes Drug Pulls Double Duty
    (16-Nov-2005)
    Actos cut risk of second heart attack in patients with type 2 diabetes, study finds

  • Daily Aspirin a Smart Move After Menopause
    (15-Nov-2005)
    Study suggests it reduced death risk in those with heart disease

  • High-Dose Lipitor Equal to Lower-Dose Zocor
    (15-Nov-2005)
    But study found Lipitor did reduce risk of some cardiovascular events

  • High-Dose Lipitor Equal to Lower-Dose Zocor
    (15-Nov-2005)
    But study found Lipitor did reduce risk of some cardiovascular events

  • Cholesterol Drug Cuts Cardiovascular Risks for Diabetics
    (14-Nov-2005)
    Large study found Tricor lowered number of coronary events, other vessel complications

  • Eating Out Poses Health Risks for Kids
    (14-Nov-2005)
    They're prone to high blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease, study finds

  • ts Mississippi Blacks Hard
    (13-Nov-2005)
    Jackson Heart Study found 37% of those studied had cluster of risk factors

  • OTC Painkillers Raise Death Risk After Heart Attack
    (13-Nov-2005)
    The higher the dose of NSAIDs, the greater the risk, study finds

  • Heart Disease, Diabetes Are Preventable
    (12-Nov-2005)
    Better habits could prevent 80% of heart disease, 90% of type 2 diabetes, expert says

  • Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk of Stroke, Death
    (09-Nov-2005)
    Study provides first real link to troubled nighttime breathing

  • Plavix Helps Heart Attack Patients Survive
    (04-Nov-2005)
    Clot-buster lowered risk of second heart attacks, strokes and death in large trial

  • New Treatment Helps in Stroke Recovery
    (03-Nov-2005)
    Alternate applications of heat and cold improved function in paralyzed arms, hands

  • Merck Wins 2nd Vioxx Lawsuit
    (03-Nov-2005)
    Unlike first case, plaintiff failed to prove drug caused his heart attack

  • Guidelines for Heart Treatment Benefit Patients
    (31-Oct-2005)
    Better results, fewer complications when recommendations are followed, study finds

  • Health Tip: Coughing Can Help During Heart Attack
    (31-Oct-2005)
    It can push blood through your system

  • Underprivileged at Greater Risk of Heart Disease
    (28-Oct-2005)
    The tools to spot their risk are lacking, British study finds

  • Botox Helps Stroke Patients
    (28-Oct-2005)
    Injections improved muscle control and eased limb pain, study found

  • Air Pollution Raises Stroke Risk
    (27-Oct-2005)
    More were admitted to hospital when breathing conditions were bad, study found

  • Drug-Eluting Stents Better for Aging, Grafted Veins
    (24-Oct-2005)
    Study found they outperformed bare metal stents

  • Viagra May Treat Heart Failure
    (24-Oct-2005)
    Impotence drug reduced hormonal stress on heart by 50 percent, researcher says

  • Beta Blockers Less Effective Against High Blood Pressure
    (18-Oct-2005)
    But don't stop taking them, experts say

  • Drug Improves Type 2 Diabetes Outcomes
    (17-Oct-2005)
    Study found pioglitazone cut risk for heart attacks, strokes

  • Booze Thins the Blood
    (14-Oct-2005)
    Alcohol's effect can be both good and bad, study finds

  • Booze Thins the Blood
    (14-Oct-2005)
    Alcohol's effect can be both good and bad, study finds

  • Stenting Can Open Blocked Brain Arteries
    (13-Oct-2005)
    Study finds short-term benefits for stroke patients; longer-term research needed

  • Many Women Still Don't Take Heart Disease Seriously
    (12-Oct-2005)
    Campaign seeks to highlight risks, encourage proactive approach to heart health

  • Cholesterol Levels Can't Be Too Low
    (11-Oct-2005)
    Study finds very low levels of LDL cholesterol are both safe and better

  • Obesity During Midlife Ups Dementia Risk
    (11-Oct-2005)
    Study found those with BMI higher than 30 also more likely to have heart attack, diabetes

  • Cholesterol Levels Are Falling, But Red Flags Are Rising
    (11-Oct-2005)
    Drugs called statins, and not diet and exercise, may be driving the trend, experts say

  • Keeping an Eye on Stroke Risk
    (11-Oct-2005)
    Tiny aneurysms in retina help identify patients in danger, study finds

  • Researchers Question Value of CRP Test
    (10-Oct-2005)
    High levels of protein tend to occur only with other cardiovascular risk factors, study says

  • Study Suggests More May Benefit From Clot-Busting Drug
    (06-Oct-2005)
    Right now, tPA is reserved for patients with more severe attacks

  • A Parent's Stroke Often Affects Children
    (06-Oct-2005)
    Behavioral problems, depression can be common reactions, study finds

  • Cardiovascular Trouble Hits Some Native Americans Hard
    (04-Oct-2005)
    Montana study found the disparity between Indian, white death rates is growing

  • Cardiovascular Trouble Hits Some Native Americans Hard
    (04-Oct-2005)
    Montana study found the disparity between Indian, white death rates is growing

  • Health Tip: Recognizing Signs of Stroke
    (03-Oct-2005)
    What to look for

  • The Lowdown on Bad Cholesterol
    (30-Sep-2005)
    Experts see gains in ever-decreasing levels, with even 'normal' people benefiting from statins

  • Artery-Opening Drugs Don't Help Valve Problem
    (28-Sep-2005)
    Spanish study finds vasodilators not effective for aortic regurgitation

  • Cancer Drug Might Fight Lethal Lung Hypertension
    (28-Sep-2005)
    Gleevec, so successful against leukemia, may also fight arterial disease

  • Liver Test Can Predict Heart Trouble
    (27-Sep-2005)
    But experts say findings aren't definitive

  • Gene Raises Young Women's Stroke Risk
    (27-Sep-2005)
    The discovery could lead to a test and even treatment, researchers say

  • Experts Support Artery-Clearing Surgery to Prevent Stroke
    (26-Sep-2005)
    Carotid endarterectomy advised for those with clogged vessels and prior stroke history

  • Stroke Tests Underused for Women
    (26-Sep-2005)
    Not enough are getting key post-attack screens, study finds

  • Menopause May Boost Salt-Linked Hypertension
    (23-Sep-2005)
    Hormonal changes can make women more sensitive to salt, raising blood pressure over time, study finds

  • Genes May Sway Blood Pressure Drugs' Effectiveness
    (23-Sep-2005)
    Finding could lead to more tailored antihypertensive drug treatment

  • Health Tip: Before You Start an Aspirin Regimen
    (22-Sep-2005)
    Talk to your doctor first

  • Web-Based Stroke Care Aids Rural Patients
    (22-Sep-2005)
    Doctors consult with experts at larger centers via the Internet

  • Stent System Approved to Reduce Stroke Risk
    (16-Sep-2005)
    Props open neck arteries

  • Aggressive Treatment No Better for Acute Coronary Syndrome
    (14-Sep-2005)
    Finding that conservative approach works as well contradicts previous trials

  • U.S. Death Trends Show Successes, Failures
    (13-Sep-2005)
    Big gains against heart disease, but diabetes, COPD deaths are rising, report finds

  • Metabolic Syndrome Termed a Growing U.S. Health Threat
    (12-Sep-2005)
    Panel urges greater awareness of condition that causes heart problems, diabetes

  • Why Cholesterol Is Such a Killer
    (12-Sep-2005)
    It crystallizes, then breaks on artery walls, new research reveals

  • Heavy Drinking Boosts Stroke Risk
    (12-Sep-2005)
    Five or more drinks per day raises odds for dangerous irregular heartbeat, study finds

  • Obesity Tied to Fatal Blood Clots
    (09-Sep-2005)
    Study finds risk is particularly great for those younger than 40

  • Caregivers Need Help With Stroke Survivors
    (08-Sep-2005)
    Study found personal and professional support eased perceived burden

  • New Heart Risk Factor: Low Levels of Artery Repair Cells
    (07-Sep-2005)
    German study finds increased risk of heart attack, death

  • Lower Blood Pressure Reduces Brain Damage After Stroke
    (07-Sep-2005)
    French study finds less loss of nerve cells, preserving mental function

  • Fat Content of Breast Milk Increases with Time
    (06-Sep-2005)
    Researchers say they aren't sure what finding means

  • Health Tip: Remembering Your Medicine
    (06-Sep-2005)
    So you don't forget an important dose

  • Using Anti-Clotting Drug Before Angioplasty Cuts Risk
    (05-Sep-2005)
    Plavix nearly halved odds for death, second heart attack, study found

  • Pressure Drugs Beat Back Heart Attack
    (04-Sep-2005)
    Modern meds like ACE inhibitors protect better than older agents, study finds

  • Non-Invasive Coil Therapy Improves Aneurysm Survival
    (01-Sep-2005)
    The device is inserted through a blood vessel near the groin, researchers say

  • Blood Pressure Drug Cuts Arrythmia Stroke Risk
    (01-Sep-2005)
    Perindropil boosted protection over and above anti-clotting meds, study found

  • Cancer Drugs May Fight Rapid-Aging Disease
    (29-Aug-2005)
    New hope for children with this rare disorder

  • Your Workout May Help You Beat Gum Infection
    (29-Aug-2005)
    Heart-healthy habits help fight dental diseases

  • When Communication Skills Are Lost
    (26-Aug-2005)
    Aphasia is a disorder that impairs the ability to speak, read or comprehend

  • Scientists Solve Nitroglycerin Mystery
    (18-Aug-2005)
    They now know how it helps the heart, but can it cause harm, too?

  • How Garlic Works Its Cardiovascular Magic
    (16-Aug-2005)
    Study uncovers mechanism by which the herb does some damage to do some benefit

  • A Clear Winner in the Coated-Stent Derby -- Sort Of
    (16-Aug-2005)
    New studies back sirolimus, but some heart doctors prefer paclitaxel

  • Blood-Thinner Warfarin Underused in Heart Attack Patients
    (15-Aug-2005)
    Review says teaming it with aspirin halves the risk of a second attack

  • Report: Dangers of HRT Known for Decades
    (11-Aug-2005)
    But other experts contend doctors had too little info to understand risks.

  • Higher Insulin Levels May Contribute to Alzheimer's
    (08-Aug-2005)
    Study found elevated levels increased inflammation

  • Beta Blockers Best After Cardiac Surgery
    (08-Aug-2005)
    Study finds they prevent irregular heartbeat after procedures

  • Treatment Forms Promote Better Care for Stroke Patients
    (08-Aug-2005)
    They outline optimal regimens for use by caregivers in hospitals, study reports

  • Exercise Cuts Risk of Stroke
    (05-Aug-2005)
    Even moderate levels of activity produce results, study finds

  • Slightly Elevated Blood Pressure Raises Risk for Heart Disease
    (04-Aug-2005)
    'Prehypertensive' people three times more likely to have heart attack, study finds

  • New Uses for Blood Pressure Drug Approved
    (04-Aug-2005)
    To improve chances for high-risk heart attack survivors

  • Women Smokers Married to Smokers at Higher Stroke Risk
    (04-Aug-2005)
    It's a six-fold greater risk than for women smokers with nonsmoking spouses, study says

  • Breast Cancer Risk with HRT May Be Lower Than Thought
    (04-Aug-2005)
    Risk is lowest with estrogen-only therapy, study suggests

  • Keeping Ovaries After Hysterectomy Boosts Survival
    (01-Aug-2005)
    Study says preservation protects against heart disease, osteoporosis

  • Health Tip: Know Your Heart's Limits
    (01-Aug-2005)
    Then exercise within your range

  • Statins Help Some Stroke Patients
    (28-Jul-2005)
    Cholesterol-lowering drugs seem to reduce risk of complications, studies find

  • Right-Brain Strokes Often Missed
    (28-Jul-2005)
    More subtle symptoms difficult to detect, studies say

  • Hypertension Undertreated in Elderly
    (27-Jul-2005)
    Yet they're at highest risk of heart attack and stroke, study says

  • New Hope for Those With High Blood Pressure
    (23-Jul-2005)
    Novel drugs and devices promise to improve hypertension management

  • Study to Focus on Preventing Aortic Aneurysm
    (21-Jul-2005)
    Researchers will compare use of stents to 'watchful waiting'

  • Insulin Resistance Linked to Heart Failure
    (19-Jul-2005)
    Condition may be another predictor of heart problems, study finds

  • Key Tests Predict Women's Heart Risk
    (19-Jul-2005)
    Specific cholesterol screens plus a blood protein work best, study finds

  • Cardiovascular Dangers Cut Across Race, Gender
    (18-Jul-2005)
    High cholesterol plus hypertension a killer combo for everyone, experts say

  • Dangerous Aortic Ruptures Often Misdiagnosed
    (11-Jul-2005)
    One of these events killed actor John Ritter in 2003

  • Newborns' Stroke Risk as High as Elderly's
    (11-Jul-2005)
    Many of these disabling events go unnoticed, however

  • Sudden Cardiac Death Spells Heart Trouble in Family
    (05-JUL-2005)
    Dying at young age means relatives should be tested for heart defects, study says

  • Aspirin, Vitamin E No Help Against Cancer
    (05-JUL-2005)
    Women's study also found vitamin E did little to protect against heart disease

  • Even Infants Can Suffer Strokes
    (24-JUN-2005)
    The brain attacks strike seemingly healthy babies, experts say

  • Snuff, Chew Tobacco Raise Heart Death Risk
    (24-JUN-2005)
    Study suggests oral cancer not the only threat to users' health

  • Blood Test Predicts Heart Attack Risk
    (23-JUN-2005)
    When patient complains of chest pain

  • Way to Predict Stroke after 'Mini-Stroke' Found
    (22-JUN-2005)
    Speech disturbance and weakness on one side are the primary predictors, study finds

  • Overweight People More Likely to Survive Bypass Surgery
    (20-JUN-2005)
    But they have procedure at younger ages, researchers note

  • Have Stockings, Will Travel
    (20-JUN-2005)
    Compression hose cuts in-flight blood clot risk 12-fold, study finds

  • Twins Study Suggests Possible Alzheimer's Risk Factors
    (19-JUN-2005)
    They include childhood health and whether you've had a stroke

  • Blood Protein Signals Heart Disease Risk
    (18-JUN-2005)
    Routine screening for inflammatory C-reactive protein is increasing

  • Scientists Grow Heart Bypass Blood Vessels in Lab
    (16-JUN-2005)
    Bioengineering could benefit patients unsuitable for coronary surgery

  • Experts: Specialized Stroke Centers Needed
    (16-JUN-2005)
    Guidelines now in place for facilities that treat challenging cases

  • Odds of Second Stroke Are High
    (16-JUN-2005)
    Minor stroke increases risk of another attack by 43 percent, study finds

  • Fish Oil Doesn't Benefit Defibrillator Patients
    (14-JUN-2005)
    The supplement may even harm people with the heart devices, study finds

  • Tight Glucose Control Cuts Heart Disease Risk in Half
    (13-JUN-2005)
    Researchers urge type 1 diabetics to monitor levels closely

  • Heart Patients at High Post-Hospital Stroke Risk
    (13-JUN-2005)
    Study suggests more aggressive therapies are warranted

  • Depression Often Untreated in Heart Patients
    (10-JUN-2005)
    Cardiologists need to spot warning signs, arrange for help, study suggests

  • Intensive Therapy Helps Stroke Patients Regain Speech
    (09-JUN-2005)
    It works much better than less-frequent sessions, study finds

  • More Studies Link Painkillers to Heart Problems
    (09-JUN-2005)
    Research builds on earlier findings surrounding anti-inflammatory drugs

  • Statin Treatment Doesn't Help Heart Valve Problem
    (08-JUN-2005)
    Anti-cholesterol drug ineffective against aortic stenosis in small trial

  • Viagra Ingredient Helps Blood Pressure Disorder
    (08-JUN-2005)
    Rare condition can destroy heart

  • Experts Say No to Estrogen After Hysterectomy
    (02-JUN-2005)
    Its risks outweigh any benefit for older women, task force finds

  • Key Factors Raise Clogged Artery Risk
    (31-MAY-2005)
    Metabolic syndrome plus vascular calcium greatly boost the odds, study finds

  • Magnetic Stimulation May Improve Stroke Recovery
    (25-MAY-2005)
    Better hand function noted in small-scale trial

  • Warfarin Cuts Stroke Risk After Irregular Heartbeat
    (24-MAY-2005)
    Study suggests patients continue drug even if heart rhythm is under control

  • Mouse Study Casts Doubt On CRP Heart Disease Test
    (23-MAY-2005)
    But one expert dismissed the finding as "not important"

  • Blacks Have Higher Death Rate from Stroke
    (19-MAY-2005)
    Residents of southeastern U.S. also at greater risk of brain attack, research finds

  • Study Questions Daily Aspirin's Overall Benefit
    (19-MAY-2005)
    Some doubt this statistical reassessment, however

  • HRT May Help Heart, Swedish Research Suggests
    (18-MAY-2005)
    Small study finds it reduces enlarged cardiac muscle

  • New Kidney Test Can Predict Heart Risk
    (18-MAY-2005)
    Study suggests it's a better predictor than current screen

  • Experimental Drug Reverses Brain Injury in Rats
    (17-MAY-2005)
    Finding could lead to new treatments for traumatic brain injury and stroke

  • Fancy Blood Tests Won't Predict Lung Clot Risk
    (17-MAY-2005)
    Simple patient factors, such as age and sex, tell the story on recurrence

  • Metabolic Syndrome Plagues Some Who Survive Testicular Cancer
    (14-MAY-2005)
    Researcher suggests chemotherapy may contribute to complication

  • Wider Use of Statins May Make Economic Sense
    (12-MAY-2005)
    But experts not sure British finding would apply in United States

  • Virtual Reality Games Help Stroke Survivors
    (12-MAY-2005)
    They improve walking, brain function, new study finds

  • Cocaine Can Harm Heart's Blood Vessels
    (09-MAY-2005)
    High incidence of aneurysms found in users, study finds

  • Effective Stroke Drug Underused
    (09-MAY-2005)
    Only 2 percent of patients are getting the lifesaving therapy, study finds

  • Treatment of Abnormal Heartbeat Tricky
    (04-MAY-2005)
    Trial assesses two rhythm-restoring drugs for atrial fibrillation

  • Not All Low-Fat Diets Created Equal
    (03-MAY-2005)
    nds

  • Father's Longevity Linked to Your Blood Pressure
    (03-MAY-2005)
    French researchers find hypertension higher in those whose fathers died young

  • Drug-Coated Stents Show Shortfalls
    (03-MAY-2005)
    Real-life results below those in controlled trials, study finds

  • Health Tip: Lowering Blood Pressure
    (03-MAY-2005)
    Maintaining healthy habits is key

  • Depression Raises Men's Heart Risks
    (03-MAY-2005)
    Blue moods bring cardiovascular system down, too, study finds

  • Full-Time Workers Fall Short on Exercise
    (02-MAY-2005)
    Part-timers have better chance to find time for workouts, researchers report

  • Diet Can Circumvent Heart Disease
    (02-MAY-2005)
    Studies suggest vegetable tablets, whole grains and baked or broiled fish

  • Excess Weight, High Cholesterol Tax Older Women's Arteries
    (02-MAY-2005)
    More evidence exercise can protect the female heart after menopause

  • Men's Social Status Linked to Heart Disease
    (01-MAY-2005)
    Researchers find isolation can affect inflammation marker

  • Feelings of Discrimination May Hurt the Heart
    (30-APR-2005)
    Even subtle differences in treatment altered health of black women

  • Too Little Magnesium Tied to Artery Troubles
    (30-APR-2005)
    Deficiency could lead to atherosclerosis

  • Liver Enzyme May Be at Root of Heart Disease
    (30-APR-2005)
    Researcher hopes to test the theory next in monkeys

  • Health Risks Escalate for Overweight Kids
    (30-APR-2005)
    Study finds unexpected differences between blacks, whites

  • Combat Veterans Pay a Price Decades Later
    (30-APR-2005)
    Many are heavy drinkers and smokers, and face possible heart trouble, study finds

  • Nitric Oxide May Have Connection to Heart Failure
    (29-APR-2005)
    Study raises possibility of new treatments

  • Combo Artery Surgery Needs More Study
    (26-APR-2005)
    Researchers suggest more trials to determine safety of combined surgeries

  • Screening for Iron Disorder Urged
    (26-APR-2005)
    Study found workplace testing didn't create anxiety

  • Combo Artery Surgery Needs More Study
    (26-APR-2005)
    Researchers suggest more trials to determine safety of combined surgeries

  • High-Volume Hospitals Best for Aortic Valve Repair
    (25-APR-2005)
    There's a better chance of getting the best device for your age, study finds

  • Bypass Surgery Doesn't Harm Cognitive Ability
    (25-APR-2005)
    New study finds heart procedure free of lasting deficits

  • Antiplatelet Drug May Help Aspirin Prevent Stroke
    (25-APR-2005)
    Clopidogrel-aspirin combination reduces formation of tiny clots, study finds

  • Experts Downplay OTC Painkiller Risks
    (22-APR-2005)
    Much more study is needed to determine serious heart hazards

  • CT Brain Scans Optimize Stroke Treatment
    (21-APR-2005)
    High-tech imaging pinpoints those areas in danger

  • Obesity Not as Life Threatening as Thought
    (19-APR-2005)
    Many cardiovascular risk factors among obese are declining, researchers find

  • Statins May Halve Advanced Prostate Cancer Risk
    (18-APR-2005)
    Study hints at potential promise of cholesterol-busting drugs

  • Ephedra Ban Lifted by U.S. District Judge
    (14-APR-2005)
    FDA says it's evaluating the ruling before deciding whether to appeal

  • New Clues to Killer Heart Failure
    (13-APR-2005)
    Underlying health problems may be best treatment target, researchers say

  • Statins Seem to Help Stroke Patients
    (12-APR-2005)
    The cholesterol-lowering drugs cut mortality rates, study finds

  • Minor Misdosage of ER Clot-Busting Drugs May be OK
    (12-APR-2005)
    Patient characteristics probably cause poor heart attack outcomes, study suggests

  • Mediterranean Diet Extends Lives
    (07-APR-2005)
    Large study confirms benefit of fish, fruit, vegetable-rich regimen

  • Study Questions Ibuprofen Ban Before Surgery
    (05-APR-2005)
    The drug's effects on clotting may be too brief to matter

  • Diuretics Best for High Blood Pressure
    (05-APR-2005)
    Large study found they beat out newer drugs when treating blacks and whites alike

  • Testosterone Behind Men's Higher Aneurysm Risk
    (04-APR-2005)
    Male hormones could make males vulnerable to aortic rupture

  • Cranberries May Help Keep Arteries Clear
    (03-APR-2005)
    Research on pigs revealed vascular benefits from powdered juice

  • New Techniques Safely Remove Deep Vein Clots
    (01-APR-2005)
    They're also quicker, saving health-care costs, studies find

  • New Techniques Safely Remove Deep Vein Clots
    (01-APR-2005)
    They're also quicker, saving health-care costs, studies find

  • Multivitamins Won't Ward Off Infection in Elderly
    (31-MAR-2005)
    Review of eight studies finds no proof of protection

  • Aspirin as Good as Warfarin for Some Stroke Prevention
    (30-MAR-2005)
    It's easier to use and equally effective against blocked brain arteries

  • Researchers Find Potential Key to Preventing Heart Attack Damage
    (30-MAR-2005)
    In mice, the drug cyclosporin shields cardiac cells from destruction

  • Health Tip: Fears and Phobias
    (29-MAR-2005)
    Putting your heart at risk

  • Artery Cells Can Produce Heart Disease-Linked Protein
    (28-MAR-2005)
    C-reactive protein discovery a new insight into killer illness

  • Artery Cells Can Produce Heart Disease-Linked Protein
    (28-MAR-2005)
    C-reactive protein discovery a new insight into killer illness

  • Device Treats Chest Aneurisms
    (24-MAR-2005)
    Prevents rupture of aortic weak spot

  • Pomegranate Juice Cuts Cardiovascular Risks
    (22-MAR-2005)
    Mouse study finds it reduces fatty buildup on artery walls

  • Congestive Heart Failure Drug May Lead to Kidney Trouble
    (21-MAR-2005)
    Clinical trial review found increased risks, but manufacturer says Natrecor has no such impact at recommended doses

  • Genes Help Predict Sickle Cell Stroke Risk
    (21-MAR-2005)
    It's a big improvement on current tests, researchers say

  • Most Migraines Won't Raise Women's Stroke Risk
    (21-MAR-2005)
    Small increase in risk seen in migraines with aura, however

  • High Blood Pressure: An Elusive Threat
    (19-MAR-2005)
    25 percent of Americans get inadequate therapy for hypertension, experts say

  • Anger Hurts Younger Hearts
    (17-MAR-2005)
    Hostile feelings can speed coronary artery disease, study finds

  • Racial Disparities Persist in Heart Care
    (15-MAR-2005)
    Studies point up gaps in many areas of cardiac treatment

  • Breast Cancer Radiation Carries Little Cardiac Risk
    (15-MAR-2005)
    Better technology means this treatment safer than ever, study finds

  • Racial Disparities Persist in Heart Care
    (15-MAR-2005)
    Studies point up gaps in many areas of cardiac treatment

  • White Blood Cell Counts Hint at Heart Disease Risk
    (14-MAR-2005)
    High levels in women indicate greater chances of cardiovascular trouble

  • White Blood Cell Counts Hint at Heart Disease Risk
    (14-MAR-2005)
    High levels in women indicate greater chances of cardiovascular trouble

  • Consumer Drug Ads Facing Their Moment of Truth
    (10-MAR-2005)
    Less show, more show-and-tell seen in wake of drug safety hearings

  • Computer-Alert System Reduces Blood Clots
    (09-MAR-2005)
    When prompted, physicians must decide whether to give preventive treatment

  • Computer-Alert System Reduces Blood Clots
    (09-MAR-2005)
    When prompted, physicians must decide whether to give preventive treatment

  • Computer-Alert System Reduces Blood Clots
    (09-MAR-2005)
    When prompted, physicians must decide whether to give preventive treatment

  • Sharply Lower Cholesterol Levels Cut Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
    (08-MAR-2005)
    More study is needed before guidelines should be changed, researchers say

  • Blood Sodium Levels Affect Heart Failure Survival
    (07-MAR-2005)
    Doctors should pay closer attention to this key factor, study finds

  • Laughter is Ha-Ha-Heart Healthy
    (07-MAR-2005)
    Blood flow increases when folks watch funny movies, study finds

  • Low-Dose Aspirin Reduces Stroke Risk for Women
    (07-MAR-2005)
    But the drug only cuts heart attack risk in older women, study finds

  • Implanted Defibrillator Helps Spot Death Risk
    (07-MAR-2005)
    It tracks trouble with daily heart rhythms, study finds

  • Low-Dose Aspirin Reduces Stroke Risk for Women
    (07-MAR-2005)
    But the drug only cuts heart attack risk in older women, study finds

  • Minor Stroke a Major Warning
    (07-MAR-2005)
    Full-fledged brain attack likely within a week, study finds

  • Double Carotid Artery Procedures Can Be Safe
    (04-MAR-2005)
    Placing stents in both arteries at once won't significantly increase risk, study says

  • Spotting Heart Valve Patients at Risk
    (02-MAR-2005)
    Size of mitral valve opening may determine need for surgery

  • B Vitamins May Cut Fracture Risk After Stroke
    (02-MAR-2005)
    Folate and vitamin B12 caused five-fold drop in breaks, study finds

  • Blood Vessel Disorder Linked to "Mini" Strokes
    (01-MAR-2005)
    Misshapen brain arteries associated with damage to speech, movement and cognition

  • Supersized in the NFL
    (01-MAR-2005)
    More pro football players are obese, study finds

  • Celebrex Bests Vioxx as Potential Cancer Fighter
    (01-MAR-2005)
    Despite cardiovascular risks, painkiller appears to block key protein for cancer cell replication

  • Almost Lost in FDA Hearings, Naproxen Gets Thumbs-Up
    (28-FEB-2005)
    Experts testify that original study saying pain drug could hike heart risk was faulty

  • New Treatment for Heart Failure
    (23-FEB-2005)
    Blood pressure drug assumes dual role

  • Hemophilia Drug Fights Most Lethal Form of Stroke
    (23-FEB-2005)
    It's the first agent to prove effective against hemorrhagic attack, experts say

  • Unraveling Estrogen's Effect in Older Women
    (22-FEB-2005)
    Researchers think they know why HRT raises cardiovascular risk after menopause

  • Pot Smoking May Raise Stroke Risk
    (22-FEB-2005)
    Case reports aren't conclusive, but raise concern

  • Unraveling Estrogen's Effect in Older Women
    (22-FEB-2005)
    Researchers think they know why HRT raises cardiovascular risk after menopause

  • Diabetes Boosts Heart Disease Risk in Women
    (21-FEB-2005)
    Increase is worse than it is for men, study finds

  • Health Tip: Heart Attack Warning Signs
    (21-FEB-2005)
    Dont 'wait and see'

  • Heart Disease Risks Common in Migraine Sufferers
    (21-FEB-2005)
    Hypertension, high cholesterol common in people with migraine

  • Heart Disease Risks Common in Migraine Sufferers
    (21-FEB-2005)
    Hypertension, high cholesterol common in people with migraine

  • Painkillers Should All Stay on Market, Despite Heart Risks: FDA Panel
    (19-FEB-2005)
    Advisers vote to recommend keeping Celebrex, Vioxx and Bextra available while finding all raise cardiovascular risks

  • Health Experts Wary After FDA Panel's Cox-2 Recommendations
    (19-FEB-2005)
    The painkillers' problems haven't gone away, they say

  • Gender Gap Closing in Heart Attack Treatment
    (18-FEB-2005)
    More women are getting recommended therapies, study finds

  • Aspirin Could Save More Women's Hearts
    (18-FEB-2005)
    Less than half of those who might benefit take the cheap, effective drug, study finds

  • Patients Urge FDA Panel Not to Ban Painkillers
    (18-FEB-2005)
    Hearing gets personal tales of pain relief with cox-2s

  • Wives Who Bite Their Tongues Risk Their Lives
    (17-FEB-2005)
    Avoiding conflict with husbands boosts likelihood of death, study finds

  • Hotline Offers Free Dental Advice
    (17-FEB-2005)
    National call-in sponsors hope to boost overall health

  • FDA Whistleblower Warns of Cox-2 Risks
    (17-FEB-2005)
    Vioxx increases heart dangers dramatically, Graham tells government advisers

  • Cox-2 Drugs Take Center Stage at Government Hearings
    (16-FEB-2005)
    First of three days of testimony gets underway

  • Heredity Plays a Role in Heart Artery Blockages
    (15-FEB-2005)
    Fatty deposits form in dangerous places for some families, study finds

  • Studies Spell Bad News for Cox-2 Drugs
    (15-FEB-2005)
    Results will be focus of three days of government hearings

  • FDA to Weigh Fate of Bextra, Celebrex, Similar Drugs
    (14-FEB-2005)
    Panel must balance health risks against benefits

  • Cox-2 Drugs Boost Blood Pressure: Study
    (14-FEB-2005)
    Other research finds more evidence of heart attack, stroke risk

  • Suspension of Adderall XR Sales Not Likely In U.S.
    (10-FEB-2005)
    FDA says evidence of deaths, strokes doesn't indict hyperactivity drug

  • Stretching Artery-Opening Stents Deemed Safe
    (09-FEB-2005)
    Ensuring snug fit in vessel won't compromise patient outcomes

  • Cardiac Stem Cells Found in Newborns
    (09-FEB-2005)
    Discovery provides new hope for repairing damaged hearts

  • Eating Well Staves Off Disability
    (08-FEB-2005)
    Dairy, fruits and vegetables can help you function better as you age, study finds

  • New Anti-Clotting Drug Shows Mixed Results
    (08-FEB-2005)
    Exanta strong at stroke prevention, but shows some liver toxicity

  • Gum Disease Seems to Clog Arteries
    (07-FEB-2005)
    High levels of mouth bacteria linked to cardiovascular trouble, study finds

  • Put Your Heart on That To-Do List
    (04-FEB-2005)
    Women must keep a healthy lifestyle to avoid cardiovascular disease, experts advise

  • Migraine With Vision Loss Ups Stroke Risk
    (04-FEB-2005)
    These women need to manage other stroke risk factors, researchers say

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Attacks the Heart
    (03-FEB-2005)
    Study confirms it doubled the risk of heart failure in patients

  • Health Tip: Chest Pain Is Nothing to Sneeze At
    (03-FEB-2005)
    It's not wise to ignore chest pain

  • Mini-Strokes Need More Medical Attention
    (03-FEB-2005)
    Fewer tests and treatments raise risks for full-blown stroke later, study says

  • Southern Blacks More Prone to Die From Stroke
    (02-FEB-2005)
    Reasons for regional disparity unclear

  • Stopping Aspirin Therapy Boosts Stroke Dangers
    (02-FEB-2005)
    For stroke survivors, quitting aspirin triples risk

  • Women Missing Out on Heart Disease Diagnoses, Treatments
    (01-FEB-2005)
    Studies say many aren't getting lifesaving drugs, screening tests

  • Smoggy Air May Harden Arteries
    (01-FEB-2005)
    L.A. residents show arterial thickening over time

  • Women Missing Out on Heart Disease Diagnoses, Treatments
    (01-FEB-2005)
    Studies say many aren't getting lifesaving drugs, screening tests

  • Panel: Screen Older Male Smokers for Abdominal Aneurysm
    (31-JAN-2005)
    A one-time ultrasound for men aged 65 to 75 could save lives

  • More Evidence Links Vioxx to Heart Attacks
    (31-JAN-2005)
    But large Canadian review finds no risk with Celebrex

  • A Molecular Explanation of Why Burgers Are Bad For You
    (27-JAN-2005)
    Researchers identify cholesterol-forming mechanism

  • Early Surgery No Benefit for Brain Hemorrhage
    (27-JAN-2005)
    Conservative medical treatment just as effective, study finds

  • Gene Mutation Linked to Heart Failure and Arrhythmia
    (25-JAN-2005)
    Discovery may lead to earlier diagnosis and improved treatments in some cases

  • Tailored Drug Protects Heart Attack Patients
    (25-JAN-2005)
    Variation of anti-clotting agent heparin improves survival rates, study finds

  • Seeds of Dementia Sown in Midlife
    (24-JAN-2005)
    y says

  • Doctors Should Push Cardiac Rehab Programs
    (24-JAN-2005)
    They can prevent recurrent heart attacks, experts say

  • Fried Fish Raises Stroke Risk
    (24-JAN-2005)
    Broiled or baked reduces it, study finds

  • Fried Fish Raises Stroke Risk
    (24-JAN-2005)
    Broiled or baked reduces it, study finds

  • Study Blames Vioxx for Up to 140,000 Cases of Heart Disease
    (24-JAN-2005)
    As many as 40 percent of cases may have been fatal, FDA scientist contends

  • Viagra May Reverse Enlarged-Heart Damage
    (23-JAN-2005)
    Mouse study indicates erectile dysfunction drug can treat hypertrophy

  • Elevated Phosphate Levels a Danger for Kidney Patients
    (21-JAN-2005)
    After three years, those with highest levels had highest mortality rates

  • Heart Attack: Less Treatment May Be Better
    (21-JAN-2005)
    Multi-country study finds long-term death rate higher for patients given 'invasive'procedures

  • Heart Attack: Less Treatment May Be Better
    (21-JAN-2005)
    Multi-country study finds long-term death rate higher for patients given 'invasive'procedures

  • Poor Physical Performance Linked to Heart Risk
    (20-JAN-2005)
    Rats bred to have low exercise capacity have more risk factors

  • Magnetic Stimulation Alters Brain
    (20-JAN-2005)
    Technique could one day be used for Parkinson's, stroke victims

  • New Guidelines Simplify Care for Acute Coronary Syndrome
    (19-JAN-2005)
    Alphabetized rules based on results of recent clinical trials

  • Plavix Not Best for Heart Patients With History of Ulcers
    (19-JAN-2005)
    Can lead to stomach bleeding, although second study finds blood thinner generally safe

  • Plavix Not Best for Heart Patients With History of Ulcers
    (19-JAN-2005)
    Can lead to stomach bleeding, although second study finds blood thinner generally safe

  • Experimental Stent Could Revolutionize Treatment of Artery Disease
    (18-JAN-2005)
    It's absorbed by the body, but vessels stay open, researchers report

  • Bextra Data Suggests All Cox-2 Drugs Pose Heart Risks
    (18-JAN-2005)
    Painkiller linked to cardiovascular dangers in latest research

  • Bextra Data Suggests All Cox-2 Drugs Pose Heart Risks
    (18-JAN-2005)
    Painkiller linked to cardiovascular dangers in latest research

  • Health Tip: Evaluating Heart Murmur
    (17-JAN-2005)
    Qualified professional can tell whether it's serious

  • Women May Be Treated Too Aggressively for Stroke
    (17-JAN-2005)
    Their faster blood flow affects results of screening test, study suggests

  • Muscle Loss Can Point to Heart Failure
    (14-JAN-2005)
    Study shows how angiotensin II leads to weight loss

  • FDA Panel Nixes Over-The-Counter Sale of Cholesterol Drug
    (14-JAN-2005)
    Advisers cite need for medical supervision when taking statins

  • High Blood Pressure a Worldwide Problem
    (13-JAN-2005)
    Big increase predicted in less developed countries

  • Drug-Coated Stents Best If Artery Closes Again
    (11-JAN-2005)
    Angioplasty less successful in treating such blockages, study finds

  • Rural Stroke Patients Helped by Phone Support
    (10-JAN-2005)
    Communication from urban stroke center doctors improves care, study finds

  • Health Tip: The Highs and Lows of Cholesterol
    (07-JAN-2005)
    Do you know what it is?

  • C-Reactive Protein a Red Flag for Heart Trouble
    (05-JAN-2005)
    It's as important as elevated cholesterol levels, studies find

  • Study Unlikely to Change Use of Hypertension Drugs
    (04-JAN-2005)
    Experts say diuretics safe enough, but alternatives do exist

  • Aspirin Use Lags Among Diabetic Women
    (03-JAN-2005)
    Study: They're not using therapy to prevent heart disease

  • Only Moderate Drinking Wards Off Stroke
    (03-JAN-2005)
    A glass of red every other day is key, researchers report

  • Protein Plays Key Role in Alcohol Abuse
    (03-JAN-2005)
    Study finds it's the same one that dissolves blood clots

  • More Kids at Risk for Future Heart Trouble
    (30-DEC-2004)
    Experts warn many already showing signs

  • Mexican-Americans Have Higher Stroke Rates
    (30-DEC-2004)
    Prevention programs should target specific groups, experts say

  • Drugs Recommended to Clear Heart Arteries
    (29-DEC-2004)
    Bypass no better for most having elective vascular surgery

  • Migraine Sufferers Report More Angina
    (29-DEC-2004)
    But study finds no increased heart disease risk

  • Exercise Cuts Heart, Diabetes Risk Factors
    (29-DEC-2004)
    Program reduces incidence of metabolic syndrome

  • Drugs Recommended to Clear Heart Arteries
    (29-DEC-2004)
    Bypass no better for most having elective vascular surgery

  • Recognizing Movement in the Mind's Eye
    (29-DEC-2004)
    Dancers' brains reveal the art of imitation, study suggests

  • Death From Stroke Linked to Lower Income
    (29-DEC-2004)
    Blue-collar work, early retirement also associated with increased mortality

  • Drug-Eluting Stents Work for Restenosis
    (27-DEC-2004)
    Effective treatment for repeat in-stent narrowing

  • Obesity Surgery Shows Benefits Years Later
    (22-DEC-2004)
    Study finds people lose more weight, avoid complications

  • Patients Urged to Follow Painkiller Labels
    (21-DEC-2004)
    U.S. to look at all NSAIDs in clinical trials

  • Waistline Can Be a Tummy Fat Warning
    (20-DEC-2004)
    Measuring it can tell you if you're at risk for heart disease, diabetes

  • Home Blood Pressure Monitors Are Valuable Tools
    (20-DEC-2004)
    They may better reflect daily hypertension readings, heart experts say

  • Nearly 30 Percent of U.S. Workers Are Obese
    (17-DEC-2004)
    Study says extra pounds diminish health and productivity

  • U.S. Halts Use of Celebrex in Cancer Trial
    (17-DEC-2004)
    Will review heart safety of all cox-2 inhibitors

  • New Way to Block Angiogenesis Found
    (16-DEC-2004)
    Could lead to novel therapies for cancer, transplants, heart and lung disease

  • More Evidence of Inflammation's Role in Heart Disease
    (15-DEC-2004)
    Even infection can have inflammatory effect on blood vessels, research finds

  • More Evidence of Inflammation's Role in Heart Disease
    (15-DEC-2004)
    Even infection can have inflammatory effect on blood vessels, research finds

  • Migraines Increase Stroke Risk
    (14-DEC-2004)
    The chances of having a brain attack are doubled for those who have the headaches

  • A Puzzling Blood Pressure Drug Finding
    (14-DEC-2004)
    Supposed danger of calcium channel blockers requires further study, experts say

  • Death Rates Highest During Holidays
    (13-DEC-2004)
    Study finds bump on Christmas and New Year's

  • Study: Blacks More Fat, Less Fit Than Whites
    (13-DEC-2004)
    Differences more pronounced in men, researchers say

  • Anger Increases Stroke Risk, Study Claims
    (13-DEC-2004)
    But other experts find fault with the conclusion

  • Traffic Pollution May Increase Risk of Heart Trouble
    (08-DEC-2004)
    Prolonged exposure boosted levels of inflammation, clotting activity

  • Study Urges Delay for Implantable Defibrillators
    (08-DEC-2004)
    Inserting them right after heart attack doesn't cut death rate

  • Fingertip Test Catches Early Signs of Heart Disease
    (07-DEC-2004)
    Check of smallest vessels a clue to condition of coronary arteries

  • Health Tip: Women and Heart Disease
    (06-DEC-2004)
    Things you can do to lower your risk

  • Heart Risk Factors for Obese Kids Murky
    (06-DEC-2004)
    Blood pressure rose in 1990s, but cholesterol remained unchanged

  • Study: Celebrex Safer on Heart Than Vioxx
    (06-DEC-2004)
    But another expert questions safety of entire class of drugs

  • Study: Celebrex Safer on Heart Than Vioxx
    (06-DEC-2004)
    But another expert questions safety of entire class of drugs

  • Depression Strikes Hard at Ill Seniors
    (03-DEC-2004)
    Therapy helps quality of life in those with chronic ailments

  • Some Stem Cells Don't Work
    (02-DEC-2004)
    Those from bone marrow didn't regenerate

  • New Approach to Lowering Cholesterol Tested
    (02-DEC-2004)
    Drugs that attack atherosclerosis work well in mice

  • Patients Can Self-Treat Atrial Fibrillation
    (01-DEC-2004)
    ER visits, hospital visits down by 90%, study finds

  • Depression Linked to Higher Risk of Stroke Death
    (30-NOV-2004)
    'Silent strokes' may be behind the emotional turmoil

  • Study Finds Health Benefit in Low-Glycemic Diet
    (29-NOV-2004)
    Cuts risk factors for heart disease, diabetes better than low-fat diet

  • Study Reveals How Brain Adapts After Stroke
    (29-NOV-2004)
    'Cyberglove' experiments could improve rehabilitation

  • Safety of Entire Family of Painkillers Questioned
    (24-NOV-2004)
    Experts still see a key role for cox-2 inhibitors

  • Molecule Promotes Growth of Heart Muscle
    (24-NOV-2004)
    Helps repair heart attack damage in mice

  • Women's Stroke Risk Tied to Family History
    (24-NOV-2004)
    Stroke in parent or sibling doubled the risk

  • Obesity Raises Risk of Abnormal Heartbeat
    (23-NOV-2004)
    More weight means more likelihood of atrial fibrillation

  • Obesity Raises Risk of Abnormal Heartbeat
    (23-NOV-2004)
    More weight means more likelihood of atrial fibrillation

  • Don't Delay When a Stroke Strikes
    (20-NOV-2004)
    Get help at first sign of symptoms

  • Joe Montana Leads Fight Against High Blood Pressure
    (20-NOV-2004)
    Football great urges people to get checked for hypertension

  • Ultrasound Could Help Limit Stroke Damage
    (19-NOV-2004)
    An ER nurse's observation led to study of the possibility

  • Ozone Pollution Raises Death Risk
    (16-NOV-2004)
    Study finds it's dangerous even at present EPA standards

  • Experts Urge Widening Key Test for Diabetics
    (12-NOV-2004)
    Screen could find heart, kidney problems in nondiabetics, too

  • New Weapon Against Arrhythmias
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Implantable cardioverter defibrillators benefit both men and women

  • Two-Pronged Cholesterol Approach Works
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Lifting 'good' lipids, lowering 'bad' cuts cardiovascular events

  • Two-Pronged Cholesterol Approach Works
    (11-NOV-2004)
    Lifting 'good' lipids, lowering 'bad' cuts cardiovascular events

  • Unsound Bodies Lead to Unsound Minds
    (10-NOV-2004)
    Study ties couch potato lifestyle to dementia in elderly

  • Gender, Ethnic Gaps Found in Heart Care
    (10-NOV-2004)
    Men, blacks usually fare worse, studies find

  • Binge Drinking Raises Death Risk After Heart Attack
    (10-NOV-2004)
    Study finds odds doubled for those who did so in previous year

  • Scientists Find Key to Gene Therapy
    (10-NOV-2004)
    In mice, silencing RNA cut cholesterol nearly in half

  • Combo Surgery Combats Cardiovascular Disease
    (09-NOV-2004)
    Angioplasty, robotically assisted keyhole bypass surgery worked in pilot study

  • Even Placebo Pills Can Help Heart-Failure Patients
    (09-NOV-2004)
    Survival rates were higher if pill regimen was followed, study finds

  • Hypertension Drugs Serve Another Role
    (09-NOV-2004)
    Save lives in those with heart disease and normal blood pressure

  • Heart Health Tough to Buy With Food Stamps
    (09-NOV-2004)
    Study finds problems with access, transportation and time

  • Magnetic System Navigates Difficult Blood Vessels
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Could be used in angioplasty operations, researchers say

  • tients Treated Same
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Surgery patients receive less aggressive discharge care than angioplasty patients

  • Weight Gain a Heart Risk for Diabetics
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Adding pounds increases odds of trouble, researchers say

  • Heart Health Tied to Social, Psychological Factors
    (08-NOV-2004)
    Studies find several factors outside the body

  • Pollution May Hasten Hardening of Arteries
    (07-NOV-2004)
    Long-term exposure tied to early development of condition

  • Stents Don't Lengthen Life
    (07-NOV-2004)
    They don't increase long-term survival rates after angioplasty, study finds

  • 'Sleeve' Implant Helps Reverse Enlarged Hearts
    (07-NOV-2004)
    New surgical device can help control heart failure, study shows

  • Pollution May Hasten Hardening of Arteries
    (07-NOV-2004)
    Long-term exposure tied to early development of condition

  • 'Sleeve' Implant Helps Reverse Enlarged Hearts
    (07-NOV-2004)
    New surgical device can help control heart failure, study shows

  • Low-Carb Diets May Hurt Heart Health
    (06-NOV-2004)
    Fiber, nutrients in fruits, vegetables, grains keep cardiovascular system strong

  • Study Faults Popular Hypertension Drug
    (05-NOV-2004)
    Atenolol doesn't prevent heart deaths, Swedish researchers say

  • Prayer Helps Cardiac Patients
    (04-NOV-2004)
    Gives them confidence, hope and sense of control, study finds

  • Some Chest Pains Require More Scrutiny in ER
    (04-NOV-2004)
    Small percentage of patients go on to have heart attacks, problems a month later

  • Health Tip: Feeling a Flutter?
    (04-NOV-2004)
    It may be nothing, or a serious heart problem

  • Fruits, Vegetables Won't Lower Cancer Risk
    (02-NOV-2004)
    Study finds lower heart trouble with higher consumption

  • Optimism Protects Against Death
    (01-NOV-2004)
    Those with sunny outlook less likely to die of heart disease and other causes

  • While-You-Sleep Dialysis Proving Successful
    (29-OCT-2004)
    Improved artery health compared to daytime dialysis

  • Obesity Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
    (28-OCT-2004)
    Extra pounds in middle age double incidence, study says

  • Obesity Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
    (28-OCT-2004)
    Extra pounds in middle age double incidence, study says

  • HRT Promotions Plummet After Negative Study
    (26-OCT-2004)
    Study finds industry didn't flex its marketing arm

  • New Guidelines for Kawaski Disease Issued
    (25-OCT-2004)
    Refines criteria for diagnosing inflammation of blood vessels

  • New Guidelines for Kawaski Disease Issued
    (25-OCT-2004)
    Refines criteria for diagnosing inflammation of blood vessels

  • Blood Vessel Function May Point to Heart Problems
    (25-OCT-2004)
    Root of those problems can be traced to childhood ills such as obesity

  • Experts Explain Seeming Paradox of Pill Study
    (22-OCT-2004)
    Effect of hormones differs, depending on age of a woman when she takes them

  • ven Up Meat?
    (21-OCT-2004)
    Meatless diet isn't automatically healthier

  • Gene Passed by Mom Tied to Metabolic Syndrome
    (21-OCT-2004)
    Cells' energy factories raise blood pressure, cholesterol

  • New Surgery for Atrial Fibrillation Shows Promise
    (20-OCT-2004)
    Minimally invasive technique takes half the time of traditional surgery, works as well

  • Tamoxifen Doesn't Increase Stroke Risk
    (20-OCT-2004)
    But chemotherapy does in breast cancer patients, study finds

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Better For Stroke Diagnosis
    (19-OCT-2004)
    It detects problems missed by computerized tomography, study finds

  • Phone-in Care Doesn't Help Heart Failure Patients
    (18-OCT-2004)
    Monitoring by nurses didn't improve re-hospitalization rates, study found

  • Partial Artificial Heart Approved
    (18-OCT-2004)
    For patients awaiting transplant

  • Location of Fat Affects Heart Risk
    (15-OCT-2004)
    Study says it may be more important than level of obesity

  • New Technology Clears Clogged Arteries
    (14-OCT-2004)
    Might reduce number of bypass surgeries, study says

  • Ephedrine Can Cause Sudden Death
    (14-OCT-2004)
    Supplement created potentially fatal heart rhythms in dogs

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery Fixes Aneurysms
    (13-OCT-2004)
    But longer assessment still needed, surgeons say

  • Minimally Invasive Surgery Fixes Aneurysms
    (13-OCT-2004)
    But longer assessment still needed, surgeons say

  • Alcohol Could Hike Risk of Irregular Heartbeat
    (12-OCT-2004)
    Moderate to heavy male drinkers faced 25% to 46% greater risk of atrial fibrillation

  • Cleveland Ranked Tops in Hospital Care
    (12-OCT-2004)
    Survey finds improving cardiac care nationwide

  • Insulin Resistance May Be Early Sign of Cardiovascular Disease
    (11-OCT-2004)
    Teens with it could face high blood pressure as adults

  • Simple Kidney Test Predicts Heart Death
    (11-OCT-2004)
    New study strengthens connection between two organ ailments

  • Tamoxifen Might Cause Slight Increase in Stroke Risk
    (11-OCT-2004)
    Researchers stress finding should not panic breast cancer patients

  • Soy May Strengthen Bones of Premenopausal Women
    (08-OCT-2004)
    It might also benefit their hearts, researchers say

  • Safety of All Cox-2 Drugs Questioned
    (08-OCT-2004)
    Expert says they work on same heart mechanism as recalled Vioxx

  • Brisk Walks Speed Stroke Recovery
    (07-OCT-2004)
    Rehab patients see improve mobility, strength and balance, study finds

  • Minimally Invasive Procedure Prevents Stroke
    (06-OCT-2004)
    Stenting plus angioplasty works in high-risk patients

  • Minimally Invasive Procedure Prevents Stroke
    (06-OCT-2004)
    Stenting plus angioplasty works in high-risk patients

  • Hypertension Hurts Brain Function in Young
    (05-OCT-2004)
    Study finds it erodes cognitive ability in those of all ages

  • Heart-Healthy Lifestyle in Youth Pays Off Later
    (05-OCT-2004)
    Study finds women less likely to die of any cause as they age

  • HRT's Link to Higher Blood Clot Risk Confirmed
    (05-OCT-2004)
    Study also finds odds higher in older, heavier women

  • Vioxx Users Can Find Safe Alternatives
    (01-OCT-2004)
    Other drugs on the market offer arthritis relief, experts say

  • Stem Cells Reduce Stroke Damage
    (29-SEP-2004)
    Those derived from umbilical cord blood cut scope of attack by 40%, research finds

  • Treadmill Test Predicts Heart Risk in Men
    (27-SEP-2004)
    But some experts question its worth

  • Impotence: A Red Flag for Heart Disease
    (26-SEP-2004)
    The two share common physiologic pathways, experts say

  • Statins Expand Their Role in Protecting the Heart
    (24-SEP-2004)
    They're now recommended for some people without obvious cholesterol problems

  • Mild Kidney Woes Tied to Heart Disease
    (22-SEP-2004)
    Even slight renal reduction raises cardiovascular risk, studies show

  • Latest Low-Tech Heart Tool: Post-it Notes
    (22-SEP-2004)
    Help diagnose problems when stuck on patient's body

  • Even Elderly Benefit From Mediterranean Diet
    (21-SEP-2004)
    That and a healthy lifestyle raise life expectancy, study says

  • Blood Protein Gives Early Warning for Heart Disease
    (20-SEP-2004)
    More evidence that C-reactive protein is linked to artery damage

  • Blood Protein Gives Early Warning for Heart Disease
    (20-SEP-2004)
    More evidence that C-reactive protein is linked to artery damage

  • Tight Glucose Control Needed for Diabetics
    (20-SEP-2004)
    Analysis suggests ways to ward off heart disease

  • Tight Glucose Control Needed for Diabetics
    (20-SEP-2004)
    Analysis suggests ways to ward off heart disease

  • Inflammatory Protein May Point to Vessel Blockage
    (17-SEP-2004)
    Study says high levels seem to serve as early warning signal

  • Nonprescription Defibrillators Approved
    (17-SEP-2004)
    To regulate abnormal heartbeat

  • Inflammatory Protein May Point to Vessel Blockage
    (17-SEP-2004)
    Study says high levels seem to serve as early warning signal

  • Drug Cuts Stroke Risk During Bypass Surgery
    (16-SEP-2004)
    Dangers reduced by 47 percent in these patients, study says

  • New Clue Explains Damage of Stroke
    (16-SEP-2004)
    Researchers say high acidity leads to brain cell death

  • Hibiscus Flowers Help Your Heart
    (15-SEP-2004)
    New research finds extract helps control cholesterol levels

  • Intensive Statin Use Not for All Heart Patients
    (15-SEP-2004)
    High doses don't always prevent problems, and may cause some

  • Heart Drugs May Also Strengthen Bone
    (14-SEP-2004)
    Beta blockers associated with lower fracture risk

  • nk or Two OK for Angioplasty Patients
    (14-SEP-2004)
    Moderate consumption tied to less re-narrowing of arteries

  • General Health of Cancer Survivors Often Overlooked
    (13-SEP-2004)
    Their non-cancer health problems tend to be poorly managed, study finds

  • New Guidelines Issued for Avoiding Air Travel Clots
    (13-SEP-2004)
    They include stretching exercises and drinking liquids, but not alcohol or caffeine

  • Complications After Stroke Increase Death Risk
    (13-SEP-2004)
    Brain swelling, pneumonia particularly dangerous, study finds

  • Upping the Ante to Lower Cholesterol
    (10-SEP-2004)
    New national goals seek to cut risk of heart attack and stroke

  • Stroke Steals One Woman's Dreams
    (10-SEP-2004)
    It apparently damaged area of brain involved in dreaming

  • Diabetes Dangerous in Women With Heart Disease
    (08-SEP-2004)
    Combination triples risk of heart failure, study finds

  • Health Claims OK'd for Foods with Fatty Acids
    (08-SEP-2004)
    FDA says fish, supplements with omega-3 cuts heart disease

  • Drug Reduces Cardiac Arrest by 21 Percent
    (08-SEP-2004)
    It's of real value to those at high risk of heart attack or stroke, study finds

  • Studies Add to 'Fat-but-Fit' Debate for Women
    (07-SEP-2004)
    Diabetes risk for obesity, heart problems for inactivity

  • FDA Nod Won't Guarantee Drug Safety
    (03-SEP-2004)
    Studies on Vioxx, Zocor find post-approval problems

  • Implanted Defibrillators Cut Down on Cardiac Arrest
    (02-SEP-2004)
    Study finds benefits of implantation over 17-year period

  • Ignoring Heart Attack, Stroke Risks Costs Billions
    (02-SEP-2004)
    Untreated smoking, hypertension, cholesterol has fiscal toll

  • Power of tPA for Stroke Victims Confirmed
    (02-SEP-2004)
    Review upholds benefit of drug for ischemic stroke

  • High Blood Pressure Treatment on the Rise
    (01-SEP-2004)
    Dramatic increase in renal artery interventional procedures found

  • Catching Clots in Legs
    (31-AUG-2004)
    Free 'Legs for Life' screenings begin in September

  • Rehab Improves Survival After Heart Attack
    (31-AUG-2004)
    Study finds participation raises chances by 50%

  • Older Americans Aren't Being Treated for High Blood Pressure
    (31-AUG-2004)
    A systolic reading of 160 or higher is dangerous, study says

  • New Stent System Helps Prevent Stroke
    (31-AUG-2004)
    Thwarts blockages in neck artery that pumps blood to brain

  • Two Signs of Heart Trouble
    (30-AUG-2004)
    High blood pressure and elevated LDL cholesterol add up to danger

  • Surgery Not Risky for Older Heart Patients
    (30-AUG-2004)
    Study finds similar survival rates for medication, surgery in those over 75

  • New Surgery Raises Abdominal Aneurysm Survival
    (27-AUG-2004)
    It's a less invasive way of repairing blood vessels at risk for rupture

  • Protein May Explain Heart Risk in Diabetics
    (26-AUG-2004)
    Increased activity might lead to heart failure

  • Artificial Heart a Good Bridge to Transplant
    (25-AUG-2004)
    Improves survival to donor heart and beyond, study says

  • Statin Drugs Help Clear Clogged Arteries
    (24-AUG-2004)
    They cut plaque buildup in arteries of hospitalized patients

  • Metabolic Syndrome Hikes Heart Risk
    (23-AUG-2004)
    Traits like belly fat, high blood pressure are part of the syndrome

  • High Blood Pressure Up 30% in U.S.
    (23-AUG-2004)
    65 million adults have it, government report says

  • Food Pyramid Up for Restructure
    (20-AUG-2004)
    USDA's basic food guide is still relevant, but is anyone heeding its message?

  • Snake Venom Provides Clue to Heart Drugs
    (18-AUG-2004)
    It helped scientists figure out why new medication harmed some patients

  • An Aspirin a Day -- Good Medicine For Many
    (18-AUG-2004)
    It can help heart patients but may pose risks for others

  • Stress Test Can Miss Heart Disease
    (17-AUG-2004)
    56% of those who passed then flunked scan for hardening of arteries

  • Heart Pump Lengthens Lives
    (16-AUG-2004)
    Helps congestive heart failure patients live longer

  • 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Could Develop Irregular Heartbeat
    (16-AUG-2004)
    Atrial fibrillation increases stroke risk

  • 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Could Develop Irregular Heartbeat
    (16-AUG-2004)
    Atrial fibrillation increases stroke risk

  • Lost Sleep Leads to Health Problems
    (13-AUG-2004)
    Advice on how to get a good night's slumber and avoid future heart trouble

  • Benefits of Drug-Coated Stents Limited
    (13-AUG-2004)
    They keep arteries open better, but don't reduce deaths

  • Stroke Research Funding Lags in Europe
    (13-AUG-2004)
    Things only slightly better in the U.S., study authors say

  • Health Tip: Staying Active Helps Your Heart
    (12-AUG-2004)
    Some easy ways to keep moving

  • Sizing Up Coronary Trouble a Click Away
    (11-AUG-2004)
    Online calculator assesses heart attack and stroke risk

  • Kawasaki Disease Often Missed in Kids
    (11-AUG-2004)
    Lack of diagnosis can lead to serious problems later

  • Device Helps Bystanders Restart Failing Hearts
    (11-AUG-2004)
    Minimal training and defibrillators could save thousands

  • Sizing Up Coronary Trouble a Click Away
    (11-AUG-2004)
    Online calculator assesses heart attack and stroke risk

  • The Eyes Are the Window to Hypertension
    (10-AUG-2004)
    Narrowed vessels can warn of high blood pressure later

  • New Clot Preventer Saves Lives and Money
    (10-AUG-2004)
    Drug given faster, with fewer complications during artery-opening procedures

  • Mexican-Americans Face Higher Stroke Risk
    (10-AUG-2004)
    Twice as likely as whites to suffer brain attack

  • Recreational Use of Viagra on the Increase
    (05-AUG-2004)
    Study finds threefold jump in younger men

  • Risk Seen in Transfusions During Bypass
    (05-AUG-2004)
    Study finds higher odds of death, stroke and infection

  • New Therapy Speeds Stroke Recovery
    (04-AUG-2004)
    Injection of immune cells into mice helped repair damage

  • Lipitor Can Prevent Heart Attacks
    (03-AUG-2004)
    Cholesterol drug approved for new use

  • 'Smart' Gene Therapy Limits Heart Attack Damage
    (02-AUG-2004)
    Therapeutic gene has sensor that detects oxygen deprivation in cardiac tissue

  • Antioxidant Supplements Don't Prevent Heart Disease
    (02-AUG-2004)
    Study finds nutrients in diet protect better

  • Too Little Fish Oil Hurts Your Heart
    (29-JUL-2004)
    Study finds low levels raise risk of cardiovascular disease

  • Cholesterol-Lowering Combo Approved
    (28-JUL-2004)
    Fights the artery clogging substance 2 ways

  • Drug Cuts Death Risk for Heart Patients
    (27-JUL-2004)
    Clonidine helps when given before non-cardiac surgery

  • Ankle Readings Foretell Walking Problems
    (27-JUL-2004)
    Pressure gauge predicts blocked arteries without symptoms

  • Statins: The Next Miracle Drugs?
    (27-JUL-2004)
    Besides cutting cholesterol, they may fight breast cancer, even arthritis

  • Migraine Drug Users Don't Need Cardiac Stress Test
    (26-JUL-2004)
    Concerns about possible heart problems are overstated, researchers say

  • On-the-Job Exercise Helps Diabetics
    (26-JUL-2004)
    Even light lifting reduces heart risk, study finds

  • Many Stroke Patients Get Wrong Therapy in Hospitals
    (26-JUL-2004)
    65% treated for hypertension in days after attack, despite dangerous side effects

  • Fetal Stem Cells Help Repair Stroke Damage
    (26-JUL-2004)
    Animal study first to show success with technique

  • Is Angioplasty Right for All Heart Patients?
    (23-JUL-2004)
    Experts differ over procedure's merits in many cases

  • Stenting Works on Smaller Arteries
    (23-JUL-2004)
    Study says finding should put debate to rest

  • New Devices Seal Hole in Heart
    (23-JUL-2004)
    Help with congenital defect that raises stroke risk

  • Is Angioplasty Right for All Heart Patients?
    (23-JUL-2004)
    Experts differ over procedure's merits in many cases

  • How Homer Helps Your Heart
    (23-JUL-2004)
    Rhythms of ancient poetry synchronize beating with breathing

  • New Devices Seal Hole in Heart
    (23-JUL-2004)
    Help with congenital defect that raises stroke risk

  • Study Questions Combo Therapy for Stroke Patients
    (23-JUL-2004)
    Using aspirin with anti-clotting medication increases risk of bleeding problems

  • Stroke Severity Deems Where Patients Go Later
    (22-JUL-2004)
    Worst cases wind up in rehabilitation, nursing homes

  • to Strike on Mondays
    (22-JUL-2004)
    But Finnish study found brain attacks took a rest on Sundays

  • No Drop in Incidence of Heart Failure
    (20-JUL-2004)
    But survival has inched up over 20 years, study finds

  • Statin Drug Helps Kids Who Inherit High Cholesterol
    (20-JUL-2004)
    It reduces arterial wall thickness and blood fat levels

  • Eating Fish May Prevent Irregular Heartbeats
    (19-JUL-2004)
    When baked and broiled, it protects against atrial fibrillation, study says

  • Eating Fish May Prevent Irregular Heartbeats
    (19-JUL-2004)
    When baked and broiled, it protects against atrial fibrillation, study says

  • Too Much Childhood TV Tied to Poor Adult Health
    (15-JUL-2004)
    Tube addicts likelier to have severe problems in their 20s

  • Too Much Childhood TV Tied to Poor Adult Health
    (15-JUL-2004)
    Tube addicts likelier to have severe problems in their 20s

  • Blue Cohosh Linked to Newborn's Stroke
    (14-JUL-2004)
    Mother drank herbal tea in hope of inducing labor

  • Experts Urge Tighter Cholesterol Control
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Recommended even lower levels for high-risk persons

  • Device Aids Coronary Bypasses
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Gives surgeons use of 'robotic' arms

  • Experts Urge Tighter Cholesterol Control
    (12-JUL-2004)
    Recommended even lower levels for high-risk persons

  • Old Drug Learns New Tricks
    (09-JUL-2004)
    Anemia medication altered to treat many other disorders

  • Gene Therapy Offers Alternative to Heart Drugs
    (08-JUL-2004)
    Could sidestep side effects of calcium channel blockers

  • Ginseng Dims Blood Thinner's Potency
    (07-JUL-2004)
    Herb may undermine warfarin's anti-clotting action

  • Drug Prevents Downside of Cancer Miracle
    (07-JUL-2004)
    Prevents heart damage in childhood leukemia survivors

  • Common Clot-Buster May Have a Superior
    (06-JUL-2004)
    Variation of heparin effective and easier to use


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