September 07, 2010: Heart Health Rises With Education in Rich Nations
But findings don't apply to low- or middle-income countries, study says

September 07, 2010: Low-Carb Diets Heavy on Meat May Raise Health Risks
But vegetable-based low-carb plans lowered death rates from cancer and heart disease, study finds

September 05, 2010: Winter Sports Tourists at Higher Risk of Heart Attack
Too little conditioning, cold and high altitude all contribute to hazard, researchers say

September 03, 2010: Room Air Sometimes as Good as Oxygen Therapy: Study
Comparison found no significant difference in breathlessness levels among terminally ill

September 03, 2010: Health Tip: Heart Arrhythmia May Have Symptoms
Here are possible warning signs

September 02, 2010: Response Team Reduces Rate of Cardiac Arrests: Hospital
'Code Blue' emergencies at VA center declined 57 percent in first two years, study shows

September 01, 2010: Double-Dose Plavix Benefits Certain Patients, Study Finds
And higher-dose aspirin is no more effective than low dose, researchers say

August 31, 2010: 'DASH Diet' Shown to Lower Heart Attack Risk Almost 20%
Eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer fats can cut your 10-year risk of heart disease, study says

August 31, 2010: In Triathletes, Heart Adapts for Efficiency, Scans Show
Combining endurance and resistance training best for optimal cardiac health, study suggests

August 30, 2010: Stent Implantation Linked to Blood Clot Risk in Black Patients
Race was strongest predictor of clotting after one month, study found

August 30, 2010: Clues to Heart Attack, Stroke Risk From Fat-Filled Artery
Prior history of blood flow problems, diabetes, narrowed arteries raises odds, study finds

August 27, 2010: Quality of Care After Joint Surgery May Affect Heart Health
Certain steps seem to cut risk of angina, cardiac events, researchers found

August 25, 2010: In Some Patients, Hypertension Meds Raise Blood Pressure
Finding true for "significant" percentage of people, researchers say

August 25, 2010: Migraine With Aura Linked to Small Rise in Heart, Stroke Risks
Experts say individual risk is low, more research is needed

August 24, 2010: Survival Rates Better for Certain Heart Transplant Patients
Those who had procedure for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy did better long-term, study finds

August 19, 2010: Binge Drinking, Hypertension a Deadly Combo
They greatly increased risk of dying from stroke, heart attack, South Korean researchers found

August 18, 2010: Heart Failure Hospitalizations Lowest in Mountain States
New government report ranks areas where outpatient care prevents more admissions in cardiac cases.

August 17, 2010: Early Care Urged for Patients With Trouble Swallowing
'Dysphagia' significantly impacts hospital resources and patient outcomes, researchers say

August 17, 2010: Antibiotic Sponges Don't Benefit Heart Surgery Patients: Study
U.S. research finds no improvement in infection rates during trial

August 17, 2010: Deaths From Heart Attack Rise With Delays in Care
Study finds 10% increase in mortality with every additional hour between call, treatment

August 16, 2010: Inhaling Ultra-Fine Particles May Raise Firefighters' Heart Risks
More consistent use of protective gear recommended by researchers

August 14, 2010: Tough Childhoods May Contribute to Adult Heart Disease
Abuse, poverty or social isolation can have longer-term consequences for health, expert says

August 14, 2010: Walking to School Could Ease Classroom Stress
In study, kids 'commuting' by feet had better heart rate, blood pressure during test

August 13, 2010: Generics As Good As Costly Blood Pressure Meds, Study Finds
Plus, fewer deaths seen in group taking no-brand-name diuretics after 8 to 13 years

August 12, 2010: Monitoring of Kidney Health Urged for Injection Drug Users
Excess protein in urine noted in about 25% who shoot up; rates higher in HIV-positive, study found

August 11, 2010: Colder Weather Boosts Heart Attack Risk
Even slight dip in temperature raises odds in following weeks, study finds

August 09, 2010: Specific Type of Blood Clot Filter Linked to Complications
Bard Recovery and Bard G2 filters may fracture with time; doctor, patient awareness urged, report states

August 09, 2010: Menstrual Cycle May Affect Reaction to Breathing Tube
In women, response to ventilation tube insertion may vary depending on surgery timing, study finds

August 05, 2010: Extra Vitamin D May Improve Heart Health in Black Teens
2,000 IU daily led to less arterial stiffness in those with vitamin deficiency

August 04, 2010: Poorest People at Highest Heart Disease Risk: U.S. Data
Economic disadvantage plays bigger role than race, ethnicity, review finds

August 04, 2010: Genome Studies Point to Cholesterol-Regulating Genes
But researchers caution any possible clinical application is many years away

August 04, 2010: Vitamin B May Not Guard Against Second Stroke, Heart Attack
Jury still out on the vascular benefits of supplementation, experts say

August 03, 2010: Patient's Pulmonary Valve May Substitute for Donor Aortic Valve
Procedure led to improved survival, quality of life, study found

August 02, 2010: Heart Health Can Help Predict Brain Health: Study
Poorer cardiac output correlates to lower brain volume, study finds

July 30, 2010: Calcium Supplements Linked to Boost in Heart Attack Risk
People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say

July 29, 2010: Black Teens May Need Higher Vitamin D Supplementation
Even with sun exposure, levels were deficient in this vulnerable group, researchers say

July 27, 2010: Longer Time Frame for Clot-Busting Drug May Help Beat Stroke
Expanding the time limit from 3 to 4.5 hours doesn't appear to delay treatment, study suggests

July 26, 2010: Childhood Cancer May Be Linked to Later Heart Problems
27% of survivors had long-term cardiac dysfunction, Dutch study found

July 26, 2010: Link Between Depression, Cholesterol May Differ by Gender
Regulating 'good' and 'bad' levels may help prevent mood disorder among elderly, researchers say

July 23, 2010: As Weight Goes Up, So Do Heart Risks
Across-the-board improvements may await those who trim down

July 23, 2010: Shedding Pounds Saved One Woman's Life

July 22, 2010: Can Ozone Cause Heart Attacks?
In tests with rats, smog component appeared to trigger death of heart cells, study says

July 22, 2010: Some on Statins May Not Need Boost in 'Good' Cholesterol
High-dose users with very low 'bad' cholesterol don't benefit, researchers say

July 21, 2010: Procedure Rejuvenates Aging Arteries in Pigs
Combination of nanoparticles and stem cells cleans, heals clogged vessel walls, study shows

July 19, 2010: Cholesterol Screening Rates Too Low in Young U.S. Adults: CDC
About half get tested, while up to one-quarter have high 'bad' levels, research shows

July 19, 2010: Could PCBs Help Boost Blood Pressure?
Study suggests a link, but cause and effect remains unclear, experts say

July 16, 2010: Women at Greater Risk From Serious Angina Than Men: Study
Severe heart disease more likely among women with the condition, researchers say

July 15, 2010: Stroke Risk May Rise First Hour After Drinking
But moderate drinking still appears beneficial over time, researchers say

July 14, 2010: High Readmission Rates May Not Mean Worse Hospital Care
Medicare plans to use data on returning patients as quality measure, but study questions validity

July 14, 2010: Sleep Plays Important Role in Chronic Disease: Report
7 to 8 hours is optimal for adults, but too much or too little raises health risks, study finds