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 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 02, 2010: Many Americans Don't Even Know They're Fat
Harris Interactive/HealthDay poll finds 30 percent of those overweight think they're normal size

August 30, 2010: Low-Dose Omega-3 Fatty Acids Don't Protect Heart Patients
Dutch study finds consuming small amounts in margarine daily didn't prevent cardiac trouble

August 25, 2010: Study Suggests Statins Could Help Some With Normal Cholesterol
These people have elevated levels of high sensitivity C-reactive protein, researchers say

August 16, 2010: Small Amounts of Dark Chocolate May Guard Against Heart Failure
Study found Swedish women who ate it a few times a month were protected

August 10, 2010: Many Stroke Patients Stop Taking Meds, Study Shows
Second report finds many heart failure patients not even prescribed recommended medications

August 09, 2010: Wider Waist May Raise Death Risk Later in Life
Study suggests it increases chances of heart trouble, cancer, respiratory disease, independent of weight

July 27, 2010: Rush Victims of Deadliest Heart Attacks to Specialty Centers: Study
Researchers estimate this will save twice as many lives and be far less expensive as expanding specialized treatment

July 15, 2010: Diabetics Urged to Confer With Their Doctor About Avandia Use
Health risks posed by an unauthorized change of medications could be great, experts say

July 12, 2010: Screening Guidelines Miss Many Kids With High Cholesterol
Researchers suggest that universal testing may be a better option

July 09, 2010: Cumulative Radiation Doses Seen in Cardiac Imaging
But experts say heart tests save lives

July 08, 2010: Heart Beat Could Provide Marker for Kidney Health: Study
High resting heart rate and low variability in beat rates may hint at future renal disease, researchers say

July 08, 2010: Benefits of Implantable Defibrillators May Differ by Gender
Women, less likely to suffer sudden cardiac death, received fewer lifesaving 'shocks,' study found

July 08, 2010: Tai Chi and Qigong Offer Many Health Benefits: Review
Eastern 'exercises' may aid heart, immune system, balance, bone health and quality of life, researchers say

July 06, 2010: Tight Blood Pressure Control Doesn't Help All Diabetics: Study
In those with coronary disease, it would be better to focus on other heart risk factors, researcher advises

July 06, 2010: Anxiety Disorders, Heart Disease a Bad Combination: Study
Anxiety seems to up odds for heart attack, death in people with cardiovascular trouble

July 01, 2010: Antibiotic May Up Risk of Dangerous Potassium Levels in Seniors
TMP-SMX combo is used to treat urinary tract infections, researchers say

June 30, 2010: Fetal Genes May Be Linked to Certain Heart Disease in Adults
Enzyme could play key role in onset of dangerous heart enlargement, study shows

June 28, 2010: Gender-Specific Formula for Women's Peak Heart Rate 'More Accurate'
New model better predicts risk of heart-related death, researchers say

June 28, 2010: Statins May Not Be as Helpful for Those Without Heart Disease
There's little evidence that they actually prevent the condition, researchers say

June 23, 2010: Abuse May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke in Migraine Sufferers
Mistreatment, neglect in childhood increased chances of cardiovascular disease, researchers say

June 19, 2010: Most Heart Patients Skimp on Exercise After Rehab
A year later, only 37 percent were doing cardio exercises 3 times a week, study finds

June 18, 2010: Moderate Coffee, Tea Drinking Lowers Heart Disease Risk
And moderate to high tea consumption cuts risk of dying from the condition, study finds

June 14, 2010: 'Good' HDL Cholesterol Now Tied to Lower Cancer Risk
But finding is an association and doesn't prove cause-and-effect, researchers say

June 09, 2010: Health Plan Reports Major Drop in Heart Attacks
Electronic health records contribute to 24 percent reduction in past decade, says Kaiser Permanente

June 09, 2010: Shortness Boosts Heart Disease, Death Risk: Study
Short people face 1.5 times greater chance of cardiovascular trouble, Finnish researchers say

June 08, 2010: 40-Year-Old Gout Drug Shows Promise Against Angina
Could be a less expensive treatment for the painful heart condition, study says

June 01, 2010: Dual Therapy Best for Preventing Bleeding After Heart Procedures
But combined techniques less likely to be used for those at highest risk, study finds

June 01, 2010: Shorter Hospital Stays May Hinder Heart Failure Patients
Quicker discharge tied to more readmissions, at-home deaths, study finds

June 01, 2010: Surviving Cardiac Arrest Depends on Your Location
Study found death rate up to three times higher in poorer neighborhoods

June 01, 2010: Radiation for Prostate Cancer May Boost Fracture Risk
Study found treatment hiked hip fractures by 58 percent

May 28, 2010: Potential New Source of Stem Cells for Heart Repair
Amniotic membrane used by Japanese researchers to rejuvenate damaged heart muscle in rats

May 28, 2010: Toothbrushing May Stave Off Heart Woes
Study finds link between lack of oral hygiene and cardiovascular disease

May 27, 2010: Fit People Release More Fat-Burning Molecules During Exercise
And marathon runners generate far more than those who do moderate exercise, study shows

May 26, 2010: Progress Made Against Once-Fatal Heart Defect
Implanted devices help babies survive, thrive into adulthood, study shows

May 21, 2010: Talk With Doctor Helps Heart Attack Patients Resume Sex
But study finds that many don't get counseling on when it's safe to do so

May 20, 2010: Medical Devices Driving Up Heart Care Costs
Drug-coated stents, implanted defibrillators add more than $4 billion to U.S. health bill, study shows

May 20, 2010: More Steps a Day Lead to Better Health
Study suggests walking may help prevent metabolic syndrome

May 19, 2010: Study Challenges Notion That Moderate Drinking Protects the Heart
Higher social status, better overall health could explain the link, researchers say

May 14, 2010: As End of Life Nears, What to Do With Implanted Defibrillators?
New guidelines help patients, doctors decide on removal to avoid unnecessary shocks

May 13, 2010: Treating Common Irregular Heartbeat Might Also Ward Off Alzheimer's
Atrial fibrillation affects 1 in 20 people over age 65, experts note

May 12, 2010: New Implanted Defibrillator May Be Simpler, Safer
Device does away with wires that can cause trouble, experts say

May 11, 2010: Prevention Gets Credit for Fewer Heart Deaths
But increases in diabetes and obesity could reverse the trend, experts warn

May 11, 2010: Barbara Walters' Prognosis Is Excellent, Doctors Say
Increasingly common surgery will replace aortic valve to improve blood flow

May 07, 2010: Genes Tie Blood Fat to Heart Disease
Mutation can increase risk by up to 40 percent, researchers say

May 04, 2010: Hospitals Falling Short on Heart Patients' Follow-Up Care
Not tracking heart failure outcomes after discharge leads to readmissions, study finds

April 27, 2010: Calcium Scan Improves Heart Risk Prediction
It may give doctors new tool in treating and managing heart disease, experts say

April 26, 2010: Antidepressants May Improve Heart Health
Patients taking SSRIs had reduced risk of blood clots, hardened arteries, study found

April 23, 2010: Magnetic Fields Concentrate Drug Delivery
Medicine-loaded particles delivered directly to stents, researchers say