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Increased HDL-c/Apolipoprotein A-I Ratio and Mortality
Find out more about this shared risk factor for CVD and cancer.
Foods to Eat to Lower Cholesterol
There are some surprises amongst the foods to eat to lower cholesterol. Here we discuss some of them and look at the problem in general.
Revascularization in P-PCI for STEMI and Multivessel Disease
Find out more about optimal management of patients found to have multivessel disease while undergoing primary PCI for ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction.
Thrombolytic Therapy is Indicated for Patients Over 75 Years
This article reviews the evidence supporting the use of thrombolytic therapy in persons older than 75 years of age with acute MI and concludes that the risk of major adverse events is acceptably low.
December Deadlier for Heart Attacks
December is a particularly deadly month for heart attacks, a new study shows.
Atrial Fibrillation and Levels of Physical Activity in Men
Find out about the impact of physical activity on the risk of atrial fibrillation in men of varying ages.
Heart Inflammation - The Drug Makers Suggest One Solution - I Have Another
Just recently, the FDA approved a prescription statin drug called Crestor as a preventive measure for healthy people, who have the beginning signs of heart inflammation. Will this work or is this the start of a slippery slope for thousands of trusting consumers down the road to poor health and drug
Pericarditis
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of pericarditis including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Transradial Carotid Artery Stenting
Arterial cannulation strategies are discussed with an eye toward improved outcomes in patients requiring carotid stents.
Arterial Compliance Adds to Conventional Risk Factors
Lower extremity arterial compliance is associated with presence of significant coronary stenoses in a cath laboratory referral population. Findings may help guide treatment and prevention efforts.
Aspirin to Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke-Related Information
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Lessons From WHI, Part 4: The Trial That Keeps on Giving
Dr. Rebecca Jackson tells Dr. Black the many ways that the landmark WHI has contributed to science and health.
Defibrillator Leads at a Large-Volume Implanting Hospital
Find out which leads set the benchmark for patients with ICDs.
The Changing Face of Heart Transplantation
Heart transplantation has come a long way in the last forty years. Explore the historical details and trends including donor selection, surgical techniques, immunosuppression and more.
Association of Physical Activity With Prognosis in CHD
What's the optimal dose of exercise for prevention of coronary heart disease?
The Role of Nutrition - Diet and Heart Disease
Nutritious food plays a very important role in maintaining good health. Poor eating habits can lead to several diseases. Here, we shall discuss about heart diseases and the role of nutritious food in preventing heart related disorders.
A Healthy Heart In Middle Age
You should try to take care of your body as early as possible. In fact, you will have fewer problems later in your life if you can start doing exercises when you are young. In fact, if you can do cardiorespiratory exercises when you are young, you can have a healthy heart when you are in middle age.
Hormone Replacement Therapy and the Cardiovascular System
This review outlines the lessons learned from the basic science, animal, observational, and randomized trials, and then summarizes yet-unanswered questions of hormone therapy and cardiovascular risk.
What Level of Vitamin D Promotes Heart Health?
Though it is lower than traditionally thought, many people still deficient, researchers say
Preventive Screening - 5 Tips About Mobile Screenings
By now, health-savvy folks are starting to hear more about the concept of preventive screening, but they may have only a vague conception of how a screening works or what it may be like to experience one for themselves. Here are 5 tips about how mobile preventive screenings work and what attending o