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 07, 2010: Chemicals in Rugs, Cookware May Be Linked to Raised Cholesterol in Teens
Long-term effect of exposure to PFOAs, PFOS compounds still unknown, researchers say

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 02, 2010: Prescription Drug Use Rising in U.S., CDC Reports
Statins, asthma meds, antidepressants and stimulants top the list

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

September 01, 2010: Lower Blood Pressure May Help Sicker Kidney Patients
Standard goal may not be low enough for those with protein in their urine, study finds

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

September 01, 2010: Diet Pill Meridia Ups Heart Attack Risk: Study
While researchers saw no rise in deaths, some experts wonder if this drug has a future

September 01, 2010: Sleep-Deprived Teens Eat More Fat, Study Finds
Those who get less than eight hours a night at risk for obesity, experts 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: Review Finds No Statin-Cancer Link
Cancer death rates in 26 trials the same as those taking a placebo, researchers find

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

August 25, 2010: Short-Term Overeating Could Make Long-Term Weight Loss Tougher
Swedish study suggests pounds put on during high-cal, low-exercise periods stick around

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 24, 2010: Heart Risks the Same With 2 Diabetes Drugs: Study
Finding conflicts with previous research that found Avandia riskier than Actos

August 24, 2010: Pump Placed in Aorta Doesn't Improve Angioplasty Outcomes: Study
Procedure used in high-risk cases made little difference, researchers say

August 23, 2010: Could Drinking Water Before Meals Help You Lose Weight?
People who drank two glasses prior to eating dropped more pounds, study found

August 20, 2010: Adding Fish Oil to Low-Fat/High-Carb Diet May Improve Cholesterol
Strategy helped those with cluster of unhealthy heart risk factors, study found

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 16, 2010: Red Meat May Boost Women's Heart Disease Risk
Eating fish, poultry, nuts and low-fat dairy lowers the chances, study shows

August 16, 2010: Hostile, Competitive Types May Be Harming Their Hearts
Italian study finds personality linked to a thickening of neck artery wall

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 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 12, 2010: Many Patients Say 'No' to Chocolate As Medicine
Study found people preferred pills to the antioxidant-rich sweet to lower blood pressure

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

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

August 10, 2010: Cholesterol Levels Fluctuate With Menstrual Cycle
Readings should be done at the same time in woman's cycle, researchers say

August 09, 2010: Just a Little Belly Fat Can Damage Blood Vessels
Raises risk for high blood pressure, other heart problems, study finds

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

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