High cholesterol has clearly been associated with an increased risk for heart attack and stroke. Cholesterol is the basis for…
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7 heart-healthy superfoods
February is American Heart Month, which reminds us that heart disease is still the leading cause of death for both…
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Soy May Not Prevent Clogged Arteries
Taking extra soy supplements did not help stave off artery hardening in a new study of postmenopausal women. But, researchers…
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FDA warns of heart risks with Astellas stress test chemicals
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration warned physicians on Wednesday that two chemicals used to conduct cardiovascular stress tests can…
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Bone marrow transplants can reverse adult sickle cell disease
Bone marrow transplants can reverse severe sickle cell disease in adults, a small study by government scientists found, echoing results…
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Arizona teen dies of heart attack in Mexico after consuming energy drinks
An Arizona teen has died after suffering an apparent heart attack while vacationing in Mexico – and her parents say…
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Some batches of generic Lipitor recalled by Indian drugmaker in latest quality blow
Indian drugmaker Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd, reeling under a flurry of regulatory rebukes due to manufacturing quality concerns, has recalled more…
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2-year-old girl becomes Atlanta hospital’s 300th heart transplant
After waiting seven months for a transplant, a Georgia toddler finally has a new heart. Brynslet Sellers, 2, became the…
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Marriage quality may influence heart disease risk
Ambivalent hearts may be at higher risk for heart disease, according to a new study of married couples with mixed…
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