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More Women Are Having Heart Attacks Than Ever

More middle-aged women are having heart attacks, but they are more likely to survive compared to years past.

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More Women Are Having Heart Attacks Than Ever

More Women Are Having Heart Attacks Than Ever

More middle-aged women are having heart attacks, but they are more likely to survive compared to years past.

Over 5 Million People In the US Are Affected By Heart Failure

Over 5 Million People In the US Are Affected By Heart Failure

According to recent statistics from the American Heart Association, 5.2 million people in the United States are affected by heart failure- and those numbers continue to rise.


Cardio Disease Could Be Linked to Hip Fractures

Cardio Disease Could Be Linked to Hip Fractures

A new study finds a link between cardiovascular disease and hip fractures.

Where Fat is Located on the Body Could Affect the Heart

Where Fat is Located on the Body Could Affect the Heart

While obesity can increase the risk for blood clots, the location of the fat may be particularly important.


Cholesterol Health

Cholesterol Health

It's THE VAP TEST - Vertical Auto Profile. It surfaced a decade ago and is emerging as the preferred choice to check cholesterol levels.

Dissolvable Heart Stent

Dissolvable Heart Stent

Every year a million Americans have to have a metal stent put in their arteries to keep them open and the blood flowing. Soon those patients may have a new --metal free option: a dissolvable heart stent.


Over 5 Million People In the US Are Affected By Heart Failure

Over 5 Million People In the US Are Affected By Heart Failure

According to recent statistics from the American Heart Association, 5.2 million people in the United States are affected by heart failure- and those numbers continue to rise.

Two Generic Drugs Could Protect Against Strokes

Two Generic Drugs Could Protect Against Strokes

Combining two generic drugs could protect against heart attack and strokes in high-risk patients.


Noisy Roads Could Increase Your Blood Pressure

Noisy Roads Could Increase Your Blood Pressure

People who are constantly exposed to noisy roads have an increased risk for high blood pressure.

Vitamin B May Do Nothing for Heart Disease

Vitamin B May Do Nothing for Heart Disease

Researchers say B-vitamins like folic acid, B12, and B6 do nothing to prevent heart disease.