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• Study Debunks Notion of 'Healthy Obese' Man
  Heart risks may take years to show up, but they're there, study finds
• Obesity, Inactivity Keeping Heart Health Stats Down
  Treatments have improved, but Americans fall down on prevention, experts say
• Implanted Defibrillator Might Extend Life
  Age should not be determining factor for use, expert says
• Normal Cholesterol Doesn't Guarantee Healthy Heart
  Screening for inflammatory marker may spot people in need of statins, researchers say
• New Blood Thinner Could Replace Warfarin to Fight Venous Clots
  Dabigatran equals older anti-clotting drug, with fewer hassles, study finds
• Exercise May Lead to a Smarter, More Successful You
  Stronger cardiovascular system tied to academic achievement, study finds
• Smokers Double Their Risk for Heart Disease
  Study finds that quitting improves heart prospects, but cancer risk remains
• Diet, Cognitive Ability May Play Role in Heart Disease
  Study finds fewer deaths among higher-functioning seniors who eat lots of fruits, vegetables
• Moderate Drinking Guards the Heart
  But protective effect can wear off at higher levels in men, study finds
• Niacin Adds No Benefit for Statin Patients: Study
  Taking the B vitamin didn't reverse or stall carotid artery disease
• Study Shows Hospital Report Cards Unlikely to Spur Improvement
  Treatment of heart patients no better after performance data released to public, researchers find
• New Heart Attack Treatment Guidelines Stress Coordination
  Getting patients to the right hospitals quickly is critical, experts say
• Newer Blood Thinners May Outperform Old Standbys
  Studies found warfarin, Plavix bested by latest anti-clotting alternatives
• Biotech Soybeans Good Source of Omega-3
  Oil from engineered beans might help reduce heart attacks, researchers say
• Rapid Cooling Might Help Heart Attack Patients
  Pumping coolant into the nose right away seems to prevent brain damage, study finds
• Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts
  Inexpensive EKGs would reduce risk of sudden death, study finds
• New Wiring Adds Risk When Replacing Pacemaker
  Complications most likely when new lead is needed in heart devices, researchers find
• Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Heart Disease
  But further trials are needed to prove this conclusively, researchers say
• Sudden Cardiac Death Much More Likely to Strike Men
  Males have triple the odds than women, study finds, and black men are especially prone
• Study Raises New Questions About Cholesterol Drug Zetia
  It was found less effective than extended-release niacin, or Niaspan
• Moderate-Fat Diet May Be Better at Reducing Heart Risks
  People with metabolic syndrome should steer clear of low-fat meal plans, study says
• No Gender Gap Found for Clot-Busting Drug
  Plavix helped men and women almost equally, study finds
• Poorer Outcomes After 'Off-Pump' Bypass Surgery
  Keeping patients on the heart-lung machine improved survival, study found
• Statins May Worsen Fatigue in Heart Failure Patients
  But no one's suggesting the drugs should be stopped
• Adding Drug Doesn't Help Control Blood Pressure
  No risk reduction for heart patients when ARB added to ACE inhibitor therapy, study finds
• Drinking Your Way to Health? Perhaps Not
  Despite potential heart benefits, other risks await, experts warn
• Stem Cells Grow Heart Tissue in Lab
  New technique described as a Band-Aid for damaged muscle
• Smoking Bans Good for Non-Smokers' Hearts: Study
  Report could get more states to pass laws to curtail secondhand smoke, experts say
• American Heart Association Guidelines Save Lives
  Heart attack, heart failure survival better at hospitals given awards for following program
• Trial Shows Heart Attack Education Makes Little Difference
  But new study design might change response times, researcher says
• Early Defibrillator After Heart Attack May Not Pay Off
  European study finds no survival difference for those with, without device
• Drug Combo May Prevent Heart Attacks, Strokes
  'Inexpensive, well-proven medications' could have huge impact, expert says
• Clot-Busting Therapy Under Review
  Cardiologists looking at new generation of drugs as Plavix trial shows double dosage best for angioplasty
• Heart-Pacing Devices Hold Promise for Heart Failure
  Defibrillators, pacemakers offer benefits for patients with milder forms of the condition, study suggests
• Irregular Heartbeat Risk Higher in Women With Type 2 Diabetes
  Reason behind gender difference isn't clear, researchers say
• Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia
  Not all agree, though, that biggest risk factor is the brain attack itself
• Flu Can Raise Chances of Heart Attack
  Vaccine reduces risk of deaths related to heart disease, study shows
• Blacks Fare Worse After Cardiac Arrest
  Poor hospital care a big reason why, researchers say
• Implantable Defibrillators May Not Help Women With Heart Failure
  Analysis of previous research found little benefit for female patients
• Most Adult Americans at Some Risk for Heart Disease
  Surging obesity rates have reversed gains, study finds
• U.S. Faces Shortage of Heart Surgeons
  Too many aging Americans, too few new doctors spell trouble, experts say
• Testing Young Athletes for Heart Defects May Save Lives
  To prevent sudden cardiac death, researchers recommend electrocardiograms
• Statins Before Vascular Surgery Cut Deaths, Complications
  Problems halved in patients getting blood-vessel repairs done, study finds
• Government Best Source for U.S. Hospital Data, Study Finds
  Magazines that rank facilities don't take all measurements into account
• New Anti-Clotting Drug Beats Plavix
  Brilinta prevents heart attacks and improves survival, researchers say
• Testosterone Therapy May Help Men With Heart Failure
  Injections of male hormone boosted cardiac performance in Italian study
• Avandia Raises Heart Failure Risk More Than Actos
  Diabetes drug shouldn't be used when there's a safer alternative, study says
• Stenting a Good Option for Left Main Heart Artery
  As effective as standard of bypass surgery, Polish study finds
• Worries May Worsen Peripheral Arterial Disease
  Distressed 'type D' personality associated with mortality risk, study suggests
• How Weight Loss Helps the Heart
  Study found it reversed structural abnormalities seen among the obese
• Men With Angina Do Worse Than Women
  Doubled rate of heart attack, tripled rate of death seen in study
• Fish Oils May Prevent and Treat Heart Disease
  Review of studies involving 40,000 people points up benefits
• Less Aggressive Care for More Severe Heart Disease
  Paradox found in guidelines study
• Response Times Vary for In-Hospital Heart Attacks
  Uneven results seen with defibrillation delays, researchers say
• Calcium Scan of Arteries Helps Spot Big Trouble
  Study shows it predicts severe events in those with known heart disease
• Stent Studies Tied to Rapid Changes in Use
  Fast dissemination of data may become main stimulus for change, experts say
• More Dairy, Calcium in Childhood Could Mean Longer Life
  Study beginning in 1930s suggests link, but experts unsure
• Many Heart Attack Patients Not Referred to Cardiac Rehab
  Despite benefits, only slightly more than half get it, study shows
• FDA Investigating Safety of Asthma Drug Xolair
  Injected medication may be linked to higher risk of heart attack, stroke, agency says
• Walking, Biking to Work Pays Off
  Active commuters are slimmer and fitter, study finds
• On Memory, Older Americans Outsmart the English
  Education, income and health care may explain results, study says
• Master Stem Cell for Human Heart Identified
  Researchers say it may hold key to understanding how to repair the organ
• Newer Blood Tests May Not Improve Heart Risk Assessment
  CRP, other disease-linked factors don't perform better than standard criteria, study finds
• U.S. Doctors Treat Heart Attack With Man's Own Stem Cells
  Pioneering procedure aims to repair damaged cardiac muscle, surgeons say
• Depression, Anxiety Bad for the Heart
  Two new studies show effects on angina and mortality
• Quick Angioplasty Best After Heart Attacks
  Canadian study shows better survival when compared to those who got clot-busting treatment
• Heart Attacks Less Often Fatal Today
  Improved care and overall better health are credited with improved survival odds
• Calling All Heart Patients
  Phone, Internet interventions can improve prognosis for cardiac disease, researchers say
• Newest Coated Stent Does Well in Real-World Trial
  Safe and effective in an 'all-comer population,' researchers say
• Heart Association Warns of Surgery Risks in Obese
  Complications may include wound infections, heart problems, new advisory says
• Reduced-Radiation Heart Scans Don't Compromise on Quality
  New techniques bring equivalent results without the potential dangers, study shows
• Another Blood Fat Fuels Heart Attack Risk
  Danish study fingers high levels of lipoprotein(a)
• Know Your Odds for Heart Failure
  Lifestyle plays key role, study confirms, and a new 'calculator' helps gauge risk
• Laughter Can Boost Heart Health
  Research finds it improves blood flow and may help ward off high blood pressure
• Stem Cells May Offer New Way to Treat Blocked Arteries
  Injections into heart restore blood flow in small study
• Higher Fitness Levels Tied to Lower Heart, Death Risks
  Staying healthy means a quality life that lasts longer, review finds
• Obese People Seem to Do Better With Heart Disease
  Still, it's best to lose that excess weight, review says
• Chewable Aspirin More Readily Absorbed
  Study suggests higher levels found in bloodstream could improve heart attack treatments
• Risk Factor for Stroke More Common Among Whites
  Despite risk factors, blacks less likely to suffer atrial fibrillation
• Implanted Defibrillators Boost Long-Term Survival
  Heart patients gained an extra year of life over 8 years of follow-up, study finds
• Psychiatric Drugs Might Raise Cardiac Death Risk
  But other medical factors could also be at play, researchers note
• Catheter Ablation Effective in Treating Atrial Fibrillation
  Burning faulty tissue better than meds for irregular heartbeat, study suggests
• Walk Long, Slow and Often to Help the Heart
  Experts suggest a change of pace for cardiac rehab programs
• CPAP Therapy Boosts Cardiac Surgery Outcomes
  Findings suggest airway pressure treatment prevents complications, cuts readmissions
• Drug-Coated Stents Better at Keeping Arteries Open
  But they show no lifesaving benefit over bare-metal version, studies show
• Telling Heartburn From Heart Attack Can Be Tricky
  Because of similar symptoms, doctors urge overreaction if in doubt
• Black Youths With High BP May Face Elevated Heart Risks
  They also had raised cholesterol, so study suggests better screening for hypertension
• Urine Test for Heart Disease Shows Promise
  Noninvasive method detects dangerous levels of artery-blocking proteins
• Clinics Less Likely to Refer Heart Patients to Cardiologists
  Women especially affected if primary care came from community outlet
• Many Who Should Use Statins Don't
  Survey finds lack of access to medical care a big factor in trend
• Work Strife Stresses the Heart
  The link seems certain but solutions less so, experts say
• Limited English May Be Life-Threatening
  Study finds lower survival among less-fluent heart attack victims
• Reduce Suffering, Urge Heart Failure Patients and Caregivers
  Survey finds that psychological needs are going unmet
• Fatty Fish May Cut Heart Failure Risk in Men
  Study finds benefit from consuming just one serving a week
• Doctor's Training Affects Defibrillator Implant Results
  Study finds fewer complications with electrophysiologists
• Fructose-Sweetened Drinks Up Metabolic Syndrome Risk
  But glucose-based beverages may not have same impact, study finds
• NIH May Ease Some, But Not All, Stem Cell Restrictions
  Agency says cells should come from fertility clinic embryos that otherwise would be discarded
• Soothing Songs Please the Heart
  Particularly when patients pick the tunes, study suggests
• Heart Screening Not Effective for Type 2 Diabetics
  Imaging test doesn't single out those at high risk of trouble, study found
• Heart Disease and Depression Up Heart Failure Risk
  Use of antidepressants makes little difference, study finds
• Review Confirms Links Between Diet, Heart Health
  Vegetables, nuts, and 'Mediterranean' fare most beneficial, researchers find
• Marathoners Go the Distance on Heart Health
  Even walking half an hour a day can boost longevity, study finds
• Obesity Linked to Heart Failure Risk
  Waist size important in women, not men, researchers report
• Human Heart Can Make New Cells
  Discovery could lead to ways of regrowing damaged cardiac tissue, experts say
• Atkins Diet Tougher on Heart After Weight Loss
  Study found worse cholesterol, blood vessel health than with South Beach, Ornish regimens
• Effort Could Lead to Blood Tests for Heart Problems
  Framingham researchers and private sector biotech scientists will collaborate
• Patient's Own Stem Cells Might Treat Heart Attack
  Infusing cells into damaged area helped restore blood flow, researchers say
• Plavix Plus Aspirin Lowers Stroke Risk
  Clot-busting combo can boost outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation, study finds
• New Surgery for Heart Failure Proves Ineffective
  Isolating damaged heart tissue does not produce better outcomes, study finds
• Hormone Reduces Mortality in Heart Patients With High BP
  Relaxin cuts shortness of breath and trimmed hospital stays, phase 2 study concludes
• Super Bowl Loss Can 'Kill' Some Fans
  Study found death rates rose after a defeat, and dropped after a victory
• No Increase in Clots With Drug-Eluting Stents
  Risk appears the same for bare metal or drug-eluting devices, study found
• Statins May Help Before Artery-Opening Surgery
  Italian studies report fewer heart attacks after procedures
• Omega-3s of No Added Benefit to Heart Attack Patients
  Standard therapy wipes out any protection the supplement might provide, study finds
• Stem Cell Injections Seem to Reduce Angina Pain
  Early study finds improved ability to exercise within 6 months
• New Guidelines for Treating Heart Failure
  Criteria include added section on hospital care and advice on drugs most effective in blacks
• Using Too Much Salt Is Common in U.S., CDC Says
  Report finds that average sodium intake far exceeds recommendations, raising health risks
• Faulty Household Wiring Can Trigger a Heart Defibrillator
  Several cases of inappropriate shocks from appliances have been reported
• Study IDs Gene Variants Tied to Sudden Cardiac Death
  Finding could prevent fatal arrhythmias by limiting meds in those with risk factor
• Too Much Red Meat May Shorten Life Span
  Major study finds an effect, but critics say meat offers important nutrients
• High Blood Fat Levels Common in Americans
  And those fats, called triglycerides, may contribute to heart risk, study says
• Genetics Should Decide Warfarin Dose, Study Reiterates
  What works for some people might be dangerous for others
• Support Network May Play Role in Benefits of Drinking
  Heart risks are found to be less pronounced in highly social men
• Study Finds Millions More May Benefit From Statins
  New prescribing criteria could prevent thousands of heart attacks
• Drug Fails to Slow Progression of Atherosclerosis
  Pactimibe also was associated with more risk of major heart problems, study finds
• Walk 100 Steps a Minute for 'Moderate' Exercise
  Study computes a pace brisk enough to meet activity guidelines
• Defibrillator May Not Help Many With Heart Failure
  Elderly need to make tough choice on whether it's worthwhile, expert says
• Firefighters Have Narrower-Than-Normal Arteries, Study Finds
  Experts cite smoke, eating habits and sleep patterns as potential causes
• Any Exercise Good After a Heart Attack
  But inactivity makes benefit vanish quickly, researchers say
• Preemie Delivery Tied to Later Heart Woes for Women
  And ovary removal is another reproductive factor linked to cardiovascular trouble, research shows
• Drugs Before Stents for Stable Heart Disease, Study Says
  Most important, expert says, is to aggressively try to reduce risk factors
• Abnormal Heart Rhythm Boosts Death Risk for Diabetics
  Blood pressure and cholesterol should be controlled more aggressively, study suggests
• Some Elderly Heart Failure Patients Get Little Help From Meds, Study Finds
  Experts say new drugs and guidelines are needed to treat diastolic dysfunction
• Slight Cut in Salt Intake Would Mean Fewer Heart Attacks, Deaths
  Just 1 less gram a day could produce dramatic results, study says
• Neck Fat a Measure of Heart Risk
  It signals danger independently of stomach fat, researchers report
• New Test Seems to Spot Deadly Heart Condition
  Promises to make diagnosis simpler for disease than can strike younger adults
• Obama Lifts Ban on Stem Cell Research
  Scientists applaud his action, which is expected to kick-start efforts to unlock therapeutic potential
• Obama to End Stem Cell Ban Monday
  Researchers applaud his action, which is expected to kick-start efforts to unlock therapeutic potential
• Belly Fat Puts the Pressure on Lungs
  Obesity may affect diaphragm, chest wall to decrease volume, study says
• U.S. Diet Needs Heart-Felt Overhaul
  Doctors urge all levels of society to encourage good eating habits, cut coronary risks
• Blood Thinner, Heartburn Drugs May Be Risky After Heart Attack
  Patients taking Plavix, PPIs have 25 percent increased chance of death, rehospitalization
• Risk Score May Predict Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  Could be first step in finding way to prevent atrial fibrillation, experts say
• Diagnosing Strep Key to Curbing Rheumatic Heart Disease
  Untreated, one throat strain can lead to damaging fever, physicians warn
• Weak Evidence Backs Most Heart Guidelines, Report Finds
  Experts agree that field needs more rigorous trials to aid doctors
• Is Bypass Truly Better than Stenting?
  Read the fine print, experts say in disputing new study's finding
• Salt Boosts Blood Pressure in High-Risk Patients
  Metabolic syndrome may enhance sodium's effect on the body, study suggests
• Being Heart Smart Just Makes Sense
  Knowing the early warning signs of an attack can greatly increase survival, group says
• Stars Strut Catwalk for Women's Heart Health
  Annual Red Dress show aims to put top killer out of style
• Skin Cells Turned Into Working Heart Muscle
  Research could lead to new treatments for organ's diseases that have genetic cause
• Study Brings Value of Echocardiography Into Focus
  The imaging technique leads to better diagnosis, treatment for heart patients
• New Drug Shows Promise Against Heartbeat Abnormality
  Dronedarone reduced strokes, heart attacks in those with atrial fibrillation
• Mediterranean Diet Aids the Aging Brain: Study
  Eating plan seems to reduce the risk of cognitive impairment, dementia
• Scientists Heartened at Prospect of End to Stem Cell Ban
  Move by Obama expected to kick-start efforts to unlock therapeutic potential
• Genetic Test for Heart Disease Risk in the Works
  International studies lay groundwork for designing way to spot susceptible patients
• Healthy Heart Tips for a Bad Economy
  Don't let your body pay the price in uncertain times, experts say
• Radiation From CT Scans Not Always the Same
  Study finds wide variation in exposure, depending on several factors
• Experts Urge Limits on Use of Cardiac CT Scans
  Radiation-linked cancer risks are small, but need to be considered, AHA panel says
• Synthetic HDL Could Fight Heart Disease
  Sponge-like molecule sops up bad lipoproteins, researchers say
• Top 10 Heart-Stroke Advances for 2008
  AHA says research looked at smoking bans, acute care, diabetes control and childhood obesity
• Monitoring Protein Didn't Improve Heart Failure Outcomes
  Study finds just watching symptoms leads to similar survival rates in older patients
• Gender May Influence Heart Failure Treatment
  Care varies for men and women, and by male and female doctors, study finds
• MRI Scans Reveal Post-Heart Attack Bleeding
  Images could offer doctors a better assessment of patient's condition, chances of recovery
• Study Weighs Cost, Benefit of Gene Tests Before Warfarin Rx
  The screens resulted in better patient outcomes but at high price, researchers say
• Abnormal Heart Function Reduces Exercise Capacity
  Older patients were more affected, study found
• Cholesterol Levels May Not Measure Cardiac Risk
  Normal readings showed up in many who had heart attacks, study shows
• Newer Antipsychotics Pose Cardiac Risk: Study
  Patients advised to avoid the drugs in some cases
• Diet, Exercise Cuts Kids' Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
  Preventing obesity boosts blood vessel function even without weight loss, study says
• Sodium, Potassium Intake Tied to Heart Disease
  Study finds 24% greater risk per unit increase in salt-to-mineral ratio
• Studies Challenge Framingham Risk Score
  The long-standing assessment for heart risk may not be accurate in some cases
• Doctors Urged to Screen Diabetics for Sleep Apnea
  Treatment may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease
• Guidelines Unveiled for Treating Clogged Heart Arteries
  A key deciding factor should be that benefits outweigh risks, experts say
• FDA Backs Cholesterol Drug Vytorin
  Review says it lowered bad cholesterol more effectively than Zocor
• Heart Drug May Be a Cancer Fighter
  Digoxin, used to treat heart failure, slowed cell growth, study says
• Implanted Defibrillators Benefit Older People
  Improved survival seen in those 75 and older, study says
• Viagra May Shield Heart From Blood Pressure Damage
  Sildenafil appears to delay dangerous heart muscle expansion in mice
• Fish Oil's Benefits Remain Elusive
  Review finds it may cut cardiac mortality but not help those with heart rhythm problems
• Gene Ups Risk for Those on Blood-Thinner Plavix
  Younger patients with the mutation faced higher odds of heart attack, death, studies found
• Coated Stents Better Than Bare Metal Ones in Short Run
  But slightly higher mortality rates showed up after 3 years, study finds
• Strict Blood Sugar Lowering Won't Ease Diabetes Heart Risk
  Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say
• Stress Triggers Heart-Damaging Behavior
  Study found the dynamic raised cardiovascular risks by 50%
• Fast Heart Rate Warns of Obesity, Diabetes
  And those conditions take toll on the heart, study says
• Light Drinking Poses No Heart Risk for Women
  But more than two glasses a day linked to atrial fibrillation, study finds
• Heavy Traffic Can Be Heartbreaking
  Exposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries
• Religion May Help Extend Your Life
  Regular attendance is key, researchers say, but they don't know why
• Depression's Behavior Changes Linked to Heart Risks
  But lifestyle modifications, especially exercise, can cut the odds, study says
• Gasping Is Good When It Comes to Cardiac Arrest
  Those who do have better survival odds, but swift action is needed
• Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring Predicts Risks
  'Ambulatory' measures are better than readings in doctor's office, study says
• High Blood Pressure Stalks Many Americans
  Seven in 10 don't do enough to protect themselves from stroke, heart attack
• Vitamin D Deficit Could Lead to Heart Woes
  Winter's lack of sun means adults at risk should be monitored, experts say
• EKG Not Strong Predictor of Heart Risk
  Adds little to other diagnostic measures, British researchers report
• Heart Failure Accounts for 37% of Medicare Spending
  Patients with the condition see doctors far more frequently, study finds
• Gender Matches Benefit Heart Transplants
  Best results achieved with male-to-male surgeries, study finds
• Death Rates Higher for Minority Children Awaiting Heart Transplant
  14% for whites, 19% for blacks, 21% for Hispanics and 27% for others, study says
• Obese Kids Have Old Arteries
  Tests showed their carotid artery walls as thick as that of a middle-aged person
• Long-Term Help Regimen Cut Heart Attack Recurrence
  Italian study shows that gains with shorter intervention programs aren't sustained
• Flu Shots Lower Risk of Blood Clots
  Study found getting one reduced chances by 26%
• Joyful Music in Tune With Heart Health
  Study finds it leads to improved blood flow
• Gains Against Heart Failure Reported
  Exercise, medications prove worth against the condition, doctors say
• Heart Failure Hospitalizations Up Sharply
  Epidemic linked to hypertension, obesity, diabetes, study shows
• Statin Might Help More People Fight Heart Disease Than Thought
  Crestor worked well in those with normal LDL but slightly elevated CRP levels, study finds
• Aspirin Doesn't Guard Diabetics Against Heart Disease
  Second study found vitamins E, C did little to protect healthy men, either
• Heartbeat Might One Day Power Pacemakers
  British researchers suggest harnessing that energy could lead to cardiac devices that last longer, do more
• Coated Stents Best for Heart Patients With Diabetes
  Were safer, more effective than bare metal ones, study shows
• 'Scaffold' Could One Day Repair Damaged Hearts
  It's the first to match structural, mechanical properties of heart tissue, scientists say
• Pediatric Heart Surgeons May Be Best Choice for Adults
  Study finds these doctors have better results, including survival rates
• ER Physicians Press for New Cardiac Arrest Strategies
  More bystander CPR, faster patient-to-doctor time would boost survival rates, survey finds
• Green Areas Lower Health Inequities Between Rich, Poor
  Having more parks, forests, playing fields affects health behaviors, study says
• Whole Grains Lower Risk of Heart Failure
  Eating these foods and reducing intake of high-fat dairy, eggs improve odds against disease
• Semi-Annual Time Changes May Affect the Heart
  Swedish researchers say heart attack rates change when clocks are adjusted
• Kidney Patients More Susceptible to Sudden Cardiac Death
  Study found inflammation, malnutrition raised risk in this group
• Statins Lower Blood Marker for Prostate Cancer
  But it's not clear if the cholesterol-lowering drugs protect against the disease
• Statins Reduced Death Risk From Pneumonia
  One-third lower mortality for hospitalized patients, study found
• Osteoporosis Meds Linked to Heart Problem
  Bisphosphonates may up rate of serious atrial fibrillation, review finds
• Rheumatoid Arthritis a Threat to the Heart
  Greater risk of heart attack, and more complications later, studies find
• Cherry-Enriched Diet Cut Heart Risks in Rats
  Study finds tart powder reduced inflammation, cholesterol and belly fat
• Even Mild Sleep Apnea Hikes Heart Risk
  It can lead to stiffening of arteries, study says
• Speedy Care After Heart Attack Key to Survival
  Heart association says cooling body, checking arteries lowers risk of further injury
• Health Insurance Rules Affect Medical Outcomes
  Better results came when clot-busting drug was easily available, Canadian study shows
• Western Diet Boosts Global Heart Attack Risk 30%
  But study also finds 'Oriental' pattern little benefit either way because of salty sauces
• Aspirin Doesn't Prevent First Heart Attack, Stroke
  Study contradicts current recommendations; expert suggests change
• Warfarin Underused in Atrial Fibrillation Patients
  Study says blood thinner not prescribed often enough, but notes it's hard to manage
• A One-Man History of Cardiac Advances
  New Jersey man, 84, has benefited from 40 years of heart breakthroughs
• Heart Docs Often Fail to Order Tests Before Angioplasty
  Cardiac stress tests show whether a patient even needs the procedure, experts say
• Little-Known Fat Can Be a Heartbreaker
  Elevated lipoprotein (a) levels boost cardiovascular disease risk for some
• Some Arteries Opened Safely Without Heparin
  But Italian researchers warn only the lowest-risk patients can benefit
• Doctors' Groups Collaborate on Care for Heart Patients
  They offer guidelines for drug therapy that could harm digestive tract
• Physical Exam as Good as High Tech in Assessing Heart Failure
  Estimates of fluid in body compared favorably to results of invasive procedure, study finds
• Surgery Unneeded in Most Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis Cases
  Study says drug therapy better option for 95% of patients, since stroke risk is low
• Too Few People Know Symptoms of Heart Trouble
  And that lack of knowledge could cost you your life
• An Oral Approach to Heart Disease
  Researchers study interaction of mouth bacteria and blood cells
• Heavier People Have Heart Attacks Earlier
  12 years sooner for the most obese, new research finds
• Air Pollution Harms Patients After Heart Attack
  Particles can cripple heart's electrical functioning, researchers say
• 2 Techniques Found Effective in Carotid Artery Narrowing
  Angioplasty with stenting and endarterectomy successful in preventing ipsilateral stroke
• For Even Healthy Men, Alcohol Seems to Lower Heart Attack Risk
  Moderate drinking appears to be beneficial, but doctors are cautious
• New Type of Stent Appears Safe, Effective
  Artery-opening device emits drug from a biodegradable polymer
• Fish Oil Supplements Help With Heart Failure
  Study found a small but significant reduction in deaths; parallel study on cholesterol-lowering statin found no beneficial effect.
• Heart Drug Used in Ambulance Boosts Survival
  High dose of tirofiban plus standard therapy had lower overall mortality, study finds
• Angioplasty No Better Than Drug Treatment in Long Run
  Benefit disappears within three years, study finds
• U.S. Hospitals Underutilize Proven Heart Failure Therapy
  They don't use CRT pacing devices as they should or follow published guidelines, study finds
• Studies Refine Obesity's Risk for Heart Troubles
  Not all overweight in metabolic danger, but waist size a factor even in the normal-weight
• Fat Cell Protein Boosts Heart Attack Risk in Elderly
  Higher adiponectin levels may indicate underlying disease, study finds
• Too Much Salt Boosts Blood Pressure
  Study rules out the effect of one genetic variation
• Turbulence Predicts Death Risk for Heart Failure Patients
  Abnormal beating a marker for those most likely to die suddenly, study says
• Light Exercise Prevents Atrial Fibrillation in Elderly
  Walking a few blocks or gardening protects against the abnormal heartbeat, study finds
• Excessive Drinking Boosts Risk for Metabolic Syndrome
  More than 2 a day for men, 1 for women, increases odds of obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes
• Researchers Push Aggressive Cholesterol Control in Kids
  Rather than drugs, they urge early lifestyle, dietary changes
• Video Consultations Effective for Stroke Treatment
  Using audio, imaging, telemedicine proves superior tool for decisions in remote areas
• Taking Depression to Heart
  Physical symptoms of the mood disorder are linked to thickening arteries
• Public Smoking Bans Work Across the Board
  Study finds hospital admissions for acute coronary syndrome down for smokers, nonsmokers
• Fondness for Fish Keeps Japanese Hearts Healthy
  Long-term omega-3 consumption appears to combat some traditional risk factors, study finds
• Exercise Testing for Cancer Fails to Follow Guidelines
  Study urges national, international standards to ensure safety, reliable results
• Hospitalizations for Heart Failure Skyrocketing
  Tripled in past 26 years, government report shows
• Experts Urge Research on Sleep Apnea-Heart Disease Link
  With obesity rising, troubled nighttime breathing will become even bigger problem, AHA warns
• Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Extends Survival After Cardiac Arrest
  Working with pigs, doctors almost double revival time after hearts stopped beating
• Genetic Cause of Statin-Related Muscle Pain Found
  British researchers identify variant that increases risk of myopathy at high doses
• Coronary Disease Dulls Cognitive Skills
  Large study found the longer person had heart trouble, the worse their performance
• Sleep Apnea Linked to Night Heart Attacks
  Breathing problem often goes undetected, researcher notes
• Kidney Patients Less Likely to Get Heart Attack Meds
  Health service delivery may be a factor is lowered use of beta blockers and statins
• Heart Blood Vessels Grown in the Lab
  Could offer a future alternative to bypass surgery, researchers say
• Many Women Struggle With Uncontrolled Blood Pressure
  But medications and lifestyle changes can head off threats like heart attack and stroke
• Poor Blood Sugar Control After Heart Surgery Impacts Outcomes
  Even patients without diabetes face 4-fold increase in death, major complications
• For Young Adults, Borderline High Blood Pressure a Threat
  Study says it leads to damaged heart arteries later in life
• Coronary Heart Disease Not a Cheery Condition
  CDC survey found heart patients report lower quality of life, poorer outlook
• Beta Blockers Help Hospitalized Heart Failure Patients
  Continuing treatment reduces death risk, rehospitalization rates, study finds
• ELS Plus CPR Boosts Blood Flow After Cardiac Arrest
  Catheter procedure keeps heart tissue alive, benefits other organs, study finds
• Assisted Breathing Eases Lung Symptoms for Heart Patients
  But it doesn't improve death rates, study finds
• Kids' Obesity May Lead to Epidemic of Adult Diabetes
  Impact has yet to be felt, since type 2 course may take 10 years to show, study says
• Healthier Lifestyles Would Lengthen American Lives
  Major study suggests slimming down, quitting smoking would boost average life span by 1.3 years
• Pediatricians Recommend Cholesterol Drugs for Some Kids
  Children as young as 2 should be tested for high cholesterol, group says
• Get Healthy: Your Middle-Aged Heart Will Thank You
  It's never too late to start eating better, losing weight and exercising, studies find
• FDA Panel Calls for More Testing of Diabetes Drugs
  Wants long-term studies to assure medications don't raise cardiovascular risks
• Screening Athletes Could Cut Sudden Cardiac Death Risk
  But ECG use controversial because of cost, number of false positives, study says
• Smoke-Free Policies Prove Effective
  They not only cut secondhand exposure but also helped current users cut back, study finds
• New Molecular Trigger Described for Hypertension, Diabetes
  Out-of-control enzymes do damage in both conditions, study finds
• Mom's Unhealthy Diet May Have Long-Term Impact on Baby
  Rats fed junk food had higher cholesterol, blood fats into adulthood, British study finds
• Fatty Liver Disease Ups Heart Risks for Obese Kids
  As many as 6 million U.S. youngsters have the condition, researchers warn
• Education, Income Affect Heart Attack Survival Rates
  More schooling, more money linked to improved outcomes, study concludes
• Drug-Coated Stents Reduce Repeat Artery Procedures
  But sicker patients may be getting bare metal devices, study suggests
• Blood Pressure Drug Shows Promise for Marfan Syndrome
  Losartan slowed aortic enlargement, most life-threatening defect of condition
• New Source of Heart Stem Cells Found
  Expression of particular gene can help regenerate multiple tissue types
• Arterial Calcium Scans Can Predict Death Risk
  But the test's cost may still be prohibitive, experts say
• Healthy Diet Lowers Death Risk for Women
  Study found eating fruits, veggies, whole grains most protective against heart disease
• Low Vitamin D Could Raise Death Risk
  Study is among the first to show such an effect from a nutrient, experts say
• Cardiologists Spot Best Treatment for a Deadly Duo
  Controlling heart rate is key when heart failure, irregular heartbeat combine, study finds
• Tracking Top Number in Blood Pressure May Be Enough
  For those over 50, high systolic pressure is by far the greater threat, experts say
• Coffee Drinkers Might Live Longer
  For women, especially, the brew could boost heart health, study finds
• Chinese Red Yeast Rice May Prevent Heart Attack
  It significantly lowers cholesterol, researchers say
• Lifestyle Counseling Reduces Heart Risk
  European program shows improvement in diet and other factors
• ECG Reading May Predict Death, Rehospitalization Risk
  Measurement is inexpensive, simple to perform, yields instant result, study says
• Researchers Update Risk-of-Death Charts
  Authors hope it will encourage disease/prevention efforts
• Good Oral Hygiene May Protect Against Heart Infections
  Daily care of teeth, gums keeps risk of bacterial disease in valves at bay
• Low Vitamin D Levels May Boost Men's Heart Attack Risk
  Findings suggest current dietary requirements need to be increased
• Artery-Opening Method Works Well in Women
  Study finds improvement for both genders over 25-year period
• Applying Parallel Pressure Improves Vascular Grafting
  Finding could speed new tissue-engineered stem cell bypass procedures, study says
• Low-Salt Diet May Not Be Best for Heart
  Study finding contradicts conventional wisdom
• Heart Failure Patients Overestimate Their Life Expectancy
  Statistical survey indicates doctors need to be more clear in explaining realities
• Black Athletes' Hearts May Differ From Those of Whites
  Abnormal electrical patterns more common in black football players, but they aren't necessarily dangerous, experts say
• Public Lacks Confidence to Help in Cardiac Emergencies
  Survey finds less than 25% sure they could perform CPR, use automated defibrillator
• Genetic Disorder Drug Helps Reverse Heart Muscle Enlargement
  Mice given BH4 had lower production of toxic free radicals from hypertension, study finds
• New Calcium Measure Better Predictor of Heart Risks
  Method gauges distribution of mineral in arteries rather than amount
• Many With Heart Disease Don't Know Signs of Heart Attack
  More than half don't see themselves at any increased risk, researchers find
• Carbon Monoxide May Help Bypass Surgery Patients
  Low doses of gas found in car exhaust provides anti-inflammatory effects in lungs
• 'Net, Video Tools Successful in Lung Disease Management
  Canada's TELEHEALTH program improved conditions for patients in rural and remote areas
• CARDIA Studies Open Window on Heart, Lung Diseases
  Researchers analyze different proteins in progression of risk factors as subjects aged
• Cholesterol Test Spots When HRT Raises Heart Risks
  Ratio of 'good' to 'bad' cholesterol determined chances of trouble in postmenopausal women, study shows
• Sleep Apnea Linked to Heart Risks in Children
  The condition produces inflammation, potential cardiovascular problems, study says
• Combo Kidney-Pancreas Transplant Boosts Survival in Diabetics
  Type 1 patients did better than those having kidney replacement alone
• Day of Admission Dictates Length of Stay for Heart Failure
  Patients admitted to a hospital on Thursdays or Fridays have longer stays, study found
• Mixed Results for Anti-Clotting Drugs in Heart Attacks
  One therapy works, while another doesn't, studies find
• Metabolic Syndrome Foretells Diabetes in Elderly
  But increased cardiovascular risk less certain, researchers find
• Two Drugs for Heart Failure Show Mixed Results
  One drug should be used more often and the other not at all, researchers report
• Sleep Disorders Put Stroke, Blood Pressure Patients at Risk
  Treating obstructive apnea could cut chances of early death, studies find
• Minneapolis Tops List of Heart-Friendly Cities for Women
  Nashville, St. Louis, and Detroit bring up the rear, survey says
• Erectile Dysfunction a Strong Harbinger of Heart Trouble
  Studies found having ED increased risk in diabetic men
• Childhood Cancer Survivors Prone to Early Heart Trouble
  Problems surface at younger age than in people who didn't have cancer as children, study finds
• Statins May Help Older Women Control Irregular Heartbeat
  The cholesterol-lowering drugs showed some benefits in preliminary trial
• Heart Device Recipients Often Not Aware of Recalls
  Some not clear on risks of problems, two surveys find
• New Guidelines Issued for Implanted Heart Devices
  Prevention is as important as intervention, specialists say
• Excess Drinking Boosts Cardiovascular Disease Risk
  Especially for women, heavy consumption tied to arterial stiffening, enlarged hearts
• Biomarkers Predict Heart Deaths
  Studies find they might add to traditional risk factors
• Heart Disease Starts Early in Life
  And childhood obesity is a key culprit, study says
• Women Who Quit Smoking Lower Heart Risks Quickly
  Study saw significant declines in several death risks within 5 years of stopping
• Marijuana Use May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
  Study finds higher levels of protein that increases levels of damaging blood fats in users
• High Blood Pressure Still Slipping Past Doctors
  Study finds little more than half of patients were checked, only 39% met treatment goals
• High Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Associated With Eye Disease
  Risk for retinal vein blockage more than doubles when these conditions go untreated
• Viagra May Protect Hearts of Some Muscular Dystrophy Patients
  In study with mice, drug prevented heart failure in those with Duchenne muscular dystrophy
• Drugs Alone Don't Lower Heart Disease Risks for Overweight Americans
  Study finds signs of trouble show up even when statins, blood pressure meds are used
• Study Offers Clues to Link Between Arrhythmia, Sudden Death
  Uncovering molecular underpinnings could lead to new, genetically targeted therapies
• Obesity-Related Inflammation Boosts Heart Risks
  Blood chemicals in overweight participants were key predictors of organ failure, study says
• Folic Acid Doesn't Help the Heart
  Long-term study, involving women, deals another blow to homocysteine theory
• Anti-Clotting Drug as Good as Aspirin at Stopping Second Stroke
  Cilostazol also resulted in fewer brain bleeds than aspirin, study finds
• Younger Women Often Miss Signs of Heart Attack
  Small study found they attributed symptoms to stress, indigestion and fatigue
• Home Monitoring Program Improves Outcomes for Heart Patients
  Remote screening cut hospital readmissions, provided timely intervention
• Exercise, Counseling Benefits Depressed Heart Failure Patients
  Aerobic workouts, counseling therapy boosted physical ability, lessened melancholy
• Incubators Affect Newborns' Heart Rates
  Electromagnetic fields seem to cause drop in heart rate variability, researchers report
• Mouse Skin Cells Reprogrammed to Act Like Embryonic Stem Cells
  New cells were coaxed into becoming three kinds of cardiac cells
• Secondhand Smoke Blocks Artery Repair
  Toxins' effect on heart health may be worse than thought, study suggests
• Exercise Cuts Women's Risk of Heart Disease
  But without losing pounds, activity alone unlikely to reverse dangers for overweight
• Infection, Cardiac Woes Send Heart Failure Patients to the Hospital
  Pneumonia, arrhythmias, poor blood flow blamed for almost 2 of every 3 admissions
• Diluted Seawater Boosts Nutritional Content of Tomatoes
  A 12% solution increased levels of antioxidants, researchers say
• New Heart Disease Markers Discovered
  Genes associated with elevated CRP levels play role in metabolic syndrome, studies say
• Sleep Apnea Screening Cuts Surgical Complications
  Canadian team develops simple test to identify those at risk
• Cutting Phosphate May Protect Kidney Patients From Heart Trouble
  High levels are major source of cardiovascular death risk in those with chronic disease
• Embryonic Stem Cells Turned Into Three Types of Heart Cells
  When transplanted into mice, they improved heart function, researchers report
• Quality Care, Not Number of Procedures, Determines Bypass Results
  As the number of heart surgeries has declined, so has death rate, study finds
• New Atrial Fibrillation Surgery Improves Results
  Called a 'box lesion,' it helps isolate electrical impulses causing irregular heartbeat
• Gene Variant Protects Black Heart Failure Patients
  Has same effect as beta blocker drugs in 40% of blacks, study finds
• Metabolic Syndrome Triggered by Overeating, Not Obesity
  Mouse study concludes weight gain is an early symptom, not a direct cause
• Skin Test Spots Heart Risks in Healthy People
  No blood sample required with noninvasive cholesterol test, study shows
• Cardiac Patients Admitted During Week More Likely to Survive
  Those going to hospital on weekend faced 13.4% lower chance of recovery, study finds
• Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Leg Artery Blockages
  But doctors are divided on whether supplements are a good option
• Timing of HRT May Influence Heart Risks
  Study found women with risk factors who took it early in menopause did not have diminished vessel function
• Diabetic Eye Problem Linked to Heart Failure
  Retinopathy more than doubled the risk of heart problems, study found
• Hormone Replacement May Cut Risk for Age-Linked Eye Disease
  Estrogen may prevent advanced macular degeneration, study finds
• Atherosclerosis May Also Harm Vital Organs
  Toxic byproduct of plaque formation wreaks havoc on heart, lungs and liver, study suggests
• Egg Consumption Poses Risks for Diabetic Men: Study
  Study of doctors shows 7 eggs a week raise risk of dying
• Birth Size, Early Weight Gain Tied to Boost in Heart Risks
  Finnish study says early start to healthy lifestyles can pay big dividends later
• Gene Mutations for Rare Heart Disease Also Found in Kids
  Test for adults with muscle-thickening disorder may also identify children at risk
• Kidney Dysfunction Puts Women at Risk of Sudden Death
  Cardiac threat more than 3 times higher for those with advanced disease, study contends
• Aggressive Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Treatment Shows Some Benefit
  But jury still out on whether it makes difference in high-risk groups, study finds
• New Guidelines Tackle Treatment of Resistant Hypertension
  Multi-drug regimens, dose timing, adherence to therapy all matter, heart association says
• Psoriasis Poses Danger for More Serious Complications
  At-risk patients need care to avoid heart disease, cancer, task force report says
• Drug Failed to Reduce Heart Attack Risk After Bypass
  MC-1 had no benefit for postoperative stroke, atrial fibrillation or kidney function
• Normal Weight Doesn't Always Equal Healthy Weight
  Many have high percentages of body fat, leaving them prone to heart disease, diabetes
• Heart Failure Raises Risks After Non-Cardiac Surgeries
  Post-op odds of dying increased for patients with the common condition, study found
• Pacemakers Change Biology of the Heart
  Study with dogs shows devices much more than a mechanical fix for ailing patients
• Lack of Sleep Hurts Women's Hearts Most
  Creates more stress, biomarkers for diabetes, heart disease than in males
• Happy Marriage, Happy Heart
  Study finds contented mates enjoy lower blood pressure
• Artery Plaque Boosts Hispanics' Odds for Stroke
  Even a small amount in neck artery quadrupled the risk, study found
• Gene Variants Can Predict Threat of Heart Disease
  Cholesterol-associated variants increase risk and may be early indication, study shows
• The Elderly Can Be Candidates for Angioplasty, Stenting
  Those 80 and older may not need to be hospitalized, study says
• Genetic Medicine Making Inroads Against Disease
  Advances against PTSD, bone loss and heart woes cited in new research
• Some Imperfect Hearts OK for Transplant
  Ventricular thickening didn't affect outcomes, could expand donor pool, experts say
• Chest Pain May Signal Cocaine Use in Young Patients
  It's important that doctors ask about drug use upfront, experts say
• White Men With Chest Pains Treated Fastest in ERs
  Government study found minorities, women not given heart treatments as quickly
• Severe Menopause Symptoms Raise Heart Risks
  The worse the symptoms, the higher the chances of trouble, study shows
• Heart Risk Can Be Predicted Without Lab Tests
  Finding might help spot high-risk cases in developing countries
• Blood-Thinner Contaminant Traced to Chinese Plant
  As a result, FDA to require testing of all imported heparin
• Caring for Heart Patients Can Strain Hearts
  Caregivers were stressed, ate poorly, study found
• Glaucoma May Boost Cardiovascular Death Risk in Blacks
  Inappropriate treatment with beta blockers, other meds also increases odds, study finds
• Depression After a Heart Attack Dangerous for Years
  Study finds long-lasting increased risk of death, but no clear explanation why
• Even in Middle Age, Starting to Drink May Lower Heart Risks
  Wine is better than liquor, study says; a healthy lifestyle is even better, doctor adds
• Genetic Test Predicts Response to Warfarin
  Using it could save money and lives, expert says
• FDA Finds Contaminant in Baxter's Recalled Heparin Products
  But officials can't say if it's responsible for adverse events, deaths reported
• Genetic Factors for Smoking Boost Chronic Bronchitis Risk
  Swedish study says it's first to quantify heritability of the disease
• Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes
  Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds
• Curry Ingredient May Cut Cardiovascular Risks
  Findings in mice show curcumin reduces heart enlargement and lowers odds of organ failure
• Adult Stem Cells Help Those With Immune Disorders, Heart Disease
  Analysis of studies finds modest benefit with both conditions
• National Effort Needed to Address Hyperglycemia in Heart Patients
  American Heart Association says high blood sugar condition linked to high mortality
• Doing Angioplasty Long After Heart Attack Still Worth It, Analysis Shows
  But author of one of studies in the review challenges the finding
• More Elderly Americans Living With Heart Failure
  Incidence has declined, but survival gains place burden on Medicare, analysis finds
• Stroke More Prevalent in U.S. Than in Europe
  Poor Americans fare worse; risks, health-care system cited as factors
• Experts Offer Clarity on Confusion Surrounding Stents
  Amid flurry of studies, certain advice emerging for heart patients
• Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk
  Findings show just 30 minutes of activity helped men, women regardless of family history
• Cats Help Shield Owners From Heart Attack
  Study finds 30% risk reduction when felines are in the home
• Awareness of Heart Attack Signs Lags in U.S.
  But most people surveyed know to call 911 when one happens, CDC says
• Music Therapy Improves Stroke Outcomes
  Study finds enhanced alertness, mood in those who listened just a few hours a day
• Cognitive Impairment Declining in Older Adults
  Education, wealth play big part in downward trend, study suggests
• Heart Attacks in Hospital More Deadly at Night, on Weekends
  Study suggests staffing, systemic issues behind difference in mortality rates
• One Drink May Help Heart, But Two Is Too Many
  Extra glass negates immediate benefits to circulation, Canadian study says
• Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs May Ease Irregular Heartbeat
  Statins effective against atrial fibrillation, analysis shows
• Free Drugs After Heart Attack Would Save Money, Lengthen Lives
  More patients would take recommended medications, study says
• Drug Cuts Muscle Damage After Heart Attack
  Safety trial shows novel compound blocks enzyme triggering cell and tissue death
• Kidney Cancer Drug Linked to Higher Rate of Heart Problems
  But Sutent's benefits may still outweigh its risks for many patients, experts say
• Triglycerides Linked to Coronary Disease Risk
  Should be considered along with LDL cholesterol in prevention efforts, study indicates
• Muscle Fatigue Drug May Fight Heart Failure
  It seems to plug calcium leaks that cause tiring in muscles, study says
• High Blood Pressure on Increase Among American Women
  State-by-state survey also found prevalence rate among men not as low as should be
• Heart Attack Seldom Leads to Healthier Diet
  Most patients were still eating poorly one year later, study found
• Drug Combo Tied to Kidney Risk With Some Cardiac Surgeries
  Aprotinin plus ACE inhibitor associated with renal woes during off-pump surgery, U.K. study finds
• Gene Linked to Inflammatory Arthritis Also Raises Heart Risks
  British study found HLA-DRB1 increased chances of dying from cardiovascular causes
• Sucking Out Clot Debris Helps Heart Attack Patients
  Dutch study found vacuuming clogged vessels before angioplasty improved outcomes
• Death Rates From Cardiovascular Causes Vary Widely Across Europe
  Differences were found between and within countries, researcher notes
• First 90 Days After Stopping Plavix Most Dangerous
  Study finds highest risk of adverse events for heart patients is in early period
• Drug-Coated Stents Better Than Bare-Metal Ones in Complex Cases
  Survival advantage found in 'off-label' uses, report suggests
• Study Challenges New Benchmark for High-Volume Heart Transplant Hospitals
  Johns Hopkins researchers question government decision to lower requirements for designation
• Super Bowl Fans Should Heed Heart Risk Finding
  German study found higher chances of cardiovascular trouble during 2006 World Cup matches
• Anti-Clotting Drug Helps Infants With Heart Ills
  Study shows use for small doses of Plavix in children under 2
• Stents Slightly Better Than Bypass for Blocked Left Coronary Artery
  But experts question results of small Polish study
• Study Finds Both Coated Stents Perform the Same
  Incidence of major adverse events was also lower than researchers anticipated
• Diuretics Best for Hypertension and Metabolic Syndrome
  Drugs as good or better than others in treating both conditions
• Peripheral Arterial Disease Costlier to Treat Than Heart Trouble
  Prolonged recovery, potential for repeat treatments to blame, study finds
• Surgery Better Than Stents for Multiple Blockages
  Fewer deaths, heart attacks found in 18-month study
• U.S. Deaths Down From Heart Disease, Stroke
  But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says
• 'Drug-Free' Stent Coating Shows Promise
  Trial finds polymer reduces inflammatory reaction associated with current devices
• Smallest Air Pollution Particles Hurt Heart Most
  Cause plaque build-up in arteries, negate effects of "good" cholesterol
• Aspirin Resistance Boosts Heart Risks in Cardiac Patients
  They're four times more likely to suffer heart attack, stroke and even death, study finds
• Immune Therapy May Help Some Heart Failure Patients
  But it's nowhere near ready for general use, experts caution
• Statin Therapy Helps Diabetic Patients
  British study finds cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce risk of major vascular events
• Drink a Little, Stay Active, Save Your Heart
  The combination could add years to your life, Danish researchers find
• Test Finds Rare Heart Defect in Some Young Athletes
  Finding may fuel debate about screening for cardiovascular problems
• Anxiety Raises Heart Attack Risk
  Older men with chronic anxiety are at substantially higher risk, experts say
• Defibrillation Comes Late in 30 Percent of Hospital Cases
  Heart treatment doesn't always begin in recommended 2 minutes, study shows
• Lower Body Temps Increase Blood Loss During Surgery
  Analysis of 40 years' data shows somewhat risky transfusions often necessary
• Heart Procedure Reduces Need for Defibrillator Shocks
  While study results are promising, they don't address benefits of drug therapy
• Diagnosis of Heart Attack Can Be Wrong
  Study finds false positives occur 9.2% of the time in emergency rooms
• U.S. Heart Disease Death Rates Falling
  But cardiovascular disease remains America's No. 1 killer, AHA says
• FDA Advisers Reject Over-the-Counter Statin
  They cite concerns that consumers wouldn't use the cholesterol-lowering drug Mevacor safely
• New Cancer Drug Tied to Heart Problems
  Sutent linked to hypertension, heart events in patients battling stomach cancer
• High Blood Pressure Key Factor for Cardiovascular Disease
  Only one-third to one-half of those getting treatment reach their target levels, survey finds
• Cell Transplants Hold Promise for Heart Attack Survivors
  Studies in mice suggest they might prevent cardiac arrest
• Urine Test Results Can Point to Heart Dangers
  Presence of the protein albumin suggests worsening coronary artery disease, study finds
• Nitrite, Nitrate-Rich Foods Boost Heart Attack Outcomes
  Mouse study finds diet with components patients taught to avoid may offer protection
• Blood Pressure, Heartbeat Problems Aggravate Alzheimer's
  Treating vascular conditions might lessen memory loss, study suggests
• Certain Cholesterol Drugs Show Their Limits
  Studies reveal that some of these heart medications aren't perfect
• Just Anticipating a Nap May Be Good for the Heart
  Expectation produced small drops in blood pressure, but more study needed, researchers say
• Garlic May Ward Off Heart Woes
  It spurs a chemical linked to healthy blood vessels, study finds
• Defib Wire Warning Shouldn't Worry Most Users: Experts
  Overall risk is low, but patients should consult with their doctors
• Chest Compressions Key to Revised CPR Guidelines
  Keeping blood flowing to the brain and other vital organs is critical for survival, experts say
• Stressful Jobs Hard on the Heart
  High anxiety, low control double recurrent heart attack risk, study finds
• Family Infighting Hurts the Heart
  Spats with spouse, kids, others boosts cardiovascular dangers, study finds
• Erectile Dysfunction: A Harbinger of Heart Trouble
  Studies link this common problem with vascular disease
• Heart-Healthy Workouts Help Knees, Too
  They help ward off osteoarthritis, study suggests
• Study Rates Heart Health of Popular Diet Plans
  Ornish beat Atkins, but any weight loss is good for the heart, researchers say
• Randy Jackson Takes Aim at Diabetes
  American Idol judge is part of a campaign to stress the disease's link to heart disease
• Cardiac Artery Trouble Boosts Family Heart Risk
  Relatives of those affected face higher odds of heart disease, study finds
• Study Finds Benefits With Drug-Coated Stents
  Better outcomes for high-risk patients
• Panic Attacks May Hike Heart Disease Risk in Women
  Study of postmenopausal women finds association, but no direct cause and effect
• Obesity Driving Rising U.S. Health Costs
  Americans outspend Europeans when it comes to chronic disease care, study finds
• Women Less Likely to Get Heart Defibrillators
  And blacks are less likely to receive the lifesaving devices, studies find
• Diabetes Drugs Boost Heart Failure But Not Death
  Experts split on what this means for those taking Avandia, Actos
• Heart Attack Survivors Benefit From Rehab
  But too many go without this valuable form of care, experts say
• High HDL Levels Protect Heart Health
  Reduced risk of cardiovascular trouble even when LDL levels were low, study finds
• No Link Between Anti-Nausea Drug, Heart Trouble
  Current warning for droperidol unwarranted, study suggests
• Take Care of Your Heart Before and After Problems
  Healthy blood pressure and weight can help avoid heart failure; rehab can aid recovery
• 'Cosby' Star Tackles a Silent Heart Threat
  Family deaths get Phylicia Rashad talking about peripheral artery disease
• Few Americans Know of Leg Artery Danger
  Peripheral arterial disease is common and sometimes deadly, researchers say
• Doctors Debate Drugs vs. Surgery for Angina
  Data re-analysis supports angioplasty, but not everyone agrees
• Screening Proposed for Childhood Cholesterol Levels
  Treatment would reduce risk of genetic condition that can lead to early death
• Advance Reported in Heart Valves for Children
  Researchers replicate tissue on 'cellular scaffolding'
• Being Overweight is Hard on the Heart
  It raises risks even if blood pressure, cholesterol factored out, study finds
• Jogging in Traffic Cuts Blood Flow to Heart
  Men with stable heart disease showed effect after brief exposure to diesel exhaust
• Experts Sort Out Good Fats From Bad
  New guide helps consumers make healthier food choices
• Family History Has Strong Effect on Cardiac Risk
  Screening, treatment of close relatives proposed
• Depression May Be World's Most Disabling Disease
  Global study finds it takes bigger toll than other chronic conditions
• Cutting Salt Won't Affect Foods' Safety
  High-sodium processed foods are major contributor to heart trouble, researchers note
• Fat Builds Up in Hearts Before Diabetes Onset
  Technique giving researchers static image of beating heart could be new screening tool
• Trial to Test Gene Therapy for Angina in Women
  Novel treatment promotes blood vessel growth in heart muscle, researchers say
• Blood Pressure Drug Combo Helps Diabetic Hearts
  Large, long-term global study shows diuretic plus ACE inhibitor reduced risk of dying from heart disease
• Case Management Cost-Effective Way to Cut Heart Risks
  California study shows such visits with patients reduced risk by 10% and also cut costs
• New Heart Pump Shows Promise in Trial
  Smaller, simpler device can be used in more patients, expert says
• Restricting Blood Flow May Help Heart Bypass Patients
  The technique reduces levels of protein linked to poor surgery results, study says
• Fewer Minority Men Have Undiagnosed Diabetes
  Education efforts may be working for blacks, Hispanics, U.S. study finds
• U.S. Hispanics Focus of Free Cholesterol Checks
  Up to half have not been screened in the last 5 years, group says
• Moderate Exercise Might Be Healthier Than Intense Workouts
  Just a 30-minute daily walk can help stave off diabetes, heart trouble, study finds
• Diet and Fitness: A Proven Path to Heart Health
  Lifestyle changes can slash your risk for cardiovascular disease as well as diabetes
• Hostility Puts Men's Hearts at Risk
  Bad feelings may help spur chronic inflammation, study suggests
• Two Diabetes Drugs Double Heart Failure Risk: Study
  Avandia, Actos-linked danger occurs even at low doses and among younger patients
• Patch Helps Heart Grow New Cells
  Rat study suggests a way of repairing lost cardiac tissue
• Blood Test Warns of Dangerous 'Deep Belly' Fat
  This type of fat around organs boosts health risks, researchers say
• Death Rate High in Drug-Coated Stent Trial
  Small study of bypass patients found no such risk from bare-metal stents
• Timing of Breast Cancer Drug Affects Cardiac Risk: Study
  Giving Herceptin alongside -- not after -- standard chemo may be best approach
• Men Put Their Health on the Back Burner
  Survey finds more than a quarter wait 'as long as possible' before seeking help
• A Bite of Chocolate a Day May Keep Blood Pressure at Bay
  Limited amounts of dark chocolate lower blood pressure, German researchers report
• Molecule Signals Heart Disease in Early Stages
  Study found high levels of protein predicted development of cardiovascular trouble
• Opening of Kidney Arteries Brings Dangers
  Microscopic 'debris' is left behind with these angioplasties, study finds
• Moderate Drinking May Boost Your Health
  Women topped men, but both more likely than abstainers to report above-average fitness
• School Nurses Key to Preventing Heart Disease
  They can help set kids on path to cardiovascular health, heart experts say
• It's Never Too Late to Get Healthy
  Even starting in middle age reduces risk of heart disease and death, study shows
• Drop in Cardiac Deaths Tied to Better Treatments, Lifestyles
  But rising obesity and diabetes rates could offset those gains, study finds
• More Research That Secondhand Smoke Harms Kids
  Even minor exposure can compromise cardiovascular system, study says
• Study Links Inflammation to Heart Disease
  British researchers focused on autoantibody rheumatic factor
• High-Tech Imaging Might Advance Heart Disease Diagnosis
  Two technologies assess cardiac function and arterial health at once, developers say
• Heart Patch Helps Damaged Cardiac Tissue Heal
  Biodegradable scaffold worked well in rats induced to have heart attacks
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Lower Blood Pressure
  The nutrients are found in certain fish, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils
• Physical Activity Lowers Heart Disease Risk
  Middle-aged women who moved around more had less fat around vital organs, study finds
• Getting Swifter Treatment for Deadliest Heart Attacks
  American Heart Association to launch national program called 'Mission Lifeline'
• Exercise May Boost 'Good' Cholesterol Levels
  Aerobic workouts 2 hours a week burned calories, too
• High-Tech Images Can Reveal Stent Status
  The technology to see if it is open or blocked could one day spare some patients invasive tests, study suggests
• Certain Painkillers May Negate Heart Benefits of HRT
  Some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers are focus of new study
• Keeping Weight Off in Youth Pays Off in Old Age
  Elderly fared better if they'd been trim at 25, 50 years of age, study found
• Many With High Blood Pressure Shun Heart-Healthy Diet
  More people might comply if nutritious foods were cheaper, one expert says
• Online Education Program Helps Heart Patients
  AHA site boosts awareness of treatment options, survey finds
• Just 10 Minutes of Daily Exercise Boosts Heart Health
  Study finds a little exercise provides cardiovascular benefits, and more is even better
• Fish Oil-Exercise Combo May Boost Cardio Health
  Supplement plus workouts raise good cholesterol levels, study finds
• Anxiety Ups Death Risk in Heart Failure Patients
  Stressed-out had double the odds for poor outcomes, study found
• Patching Device Repairs Hole in Heart
  Ventricular septal defects are rare but potentially deadly
• Registry to Track Those With 'Broken Heart Syndrome'
  Rare, life-threatening condition can occur after major emotional trauma
• Younger Women Fail to Heed Heart Attack's Warning Signs
  Focusing on chest pain may not be enough, experts warn
• iPods Make the Heart Skip a Beat
  The result could be a dangerous malfunction, study says
• Heavy Drinking May Trigger Irregular Heart Rhythm
  Atrial fibrillation can lead to stroke, heart attack, experts warn
• Half of Drug-Coated Stents Used Off-Label
  But this unapproved use doesn't boost patients' risk, studies conclude
• Angioplasty Beats Drugs in Restoring Heart's Blood Flow
  Procedure eases a dangerous condition called 'silent ischemia' after heart attack, study shows
• Health Tip: What's an Echocardiogram?
  An imaging system used to study the heart
• New Drug Fails to Improve Odds for Heart Failure Patients
  Survival rates not better when compared with older medication, researchers say
• Fewer Heart Patients Dying After Hospitalization
  Improvements in care are cutting heart failure, mortality rates, study finds
• Implantable Defibrillator Wires Prone to Failure
  Study finds failure rate for old, new versions reaches 20% at 10 years
• Changing Heart Transplant Drugs Could Boost Kidney Function
  Gradual switch should benefit patients, researchers say
• Cholesterol-Lowering Drugs Bring Mixed Benefits
  High-dose statins may not be worth the cost for some heart patients, study finds
• Emergency Care Lacking for Patients Over 90
  Too often, doctors don't provide recommended heart attack treatments, study finds
• New Angina Drug Fails to Cut Heart Attacks
  But ranolazine may still have a place in therapy, experts say
• Novel Stent Relieves Acute Heart Pain
  It diverts blood to oxygen-starved heart muscle, researchers say
• Unhealthy Young Adults Are Harming Their Hearts
  Weight gain, hypertension quickly damage arteries, study shows
• Heavy Drinking in College May Harm Heart
  But moderate amounts of alcohol could be healthy, study shows
• Cut Your Salt Use and Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease
  It can also reduce your chances of dying from cardiovascular disease, study finds
• Drug-Coated Stents as Good as Bypass Surgery
  Study finds complication, survival rates essentially same
• Protein Monitoring Improved Heart Failure Treatment
  French trial found fewer deaths and hospital stays
• Doctors Aggressively Treating Heart Attack
  Study finds they're using tools available even before lab tests confirm diagnosis
• Implantable Defibrillators Offer Heart Patients a Better Quality of Life: Study
  Recipients report high level of satisfaction with the devices
• Co-Payments Cut Statin Use
  Discontinuing the cholesterol drugs could lead to higher health-care costs, study says
• Study Fails to Confirm Gene Variants as Heart Risk Factors
  New method of measuring association holds promise, researchers say
• Study Questions Value of Stents for Blocked Heart Artery
  More improvements may be needed to boost patient outcomes, experts say
• Patient Questionnaire Can Gauge Heart Failure Risk
  23 points can help spot who's in gravest danger, experts say
• Small Steps Lead to Healthier Hearts for Women
  But many still don't know cardiovascular disease is their biggest enemy
• Gene Marker May Predict Diabetes Risk
  'Telomeres' at chromosomes' ends shorten as disease nears, experts say
• Lack of Health Insurance Linked to Stroke Risk, Study Finds
  Those without coverage more likely to forego routine physical exams
• Heart Attacks a 'Wake-Up' Call for Hispanics: Survey
  Poll finds too few are taking steps to prevent future illness
• Guidelines Target Prevention of Sudden Heart Death in Young Athletes
  Task force focuses on quick action in first critical minutes
• Fish Helps Statins Protect the Heart
  Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to be the key, Japanese study says
• Heart Patients Seek Guidance on Stents, Statins
  Experts offer advice after recent flurry of controversial studies
• Herbal Extract Shows Some Benefit for Heart Failure
  But it failed to meet primary goal in large European trial
• Research Propels Advances in Clinical Cardiology
  3 studies highlight new drug therapies, heart valve 'clips' and better nuclear imaging
• Experimental Drug Controls Cardiac Patients' Blood Pressure
  Another study finds a quick way to spot cause of shortness of breath
• Long-Term Aspirin Use Cuts Death Risk for Women: Study
  Two decades of tracking shows low to moderate use has major impact on heart disease and cancer
• Diabetes, Hypertension Explain Blacks' Higher Risk for Heart Failure
  Controlling these two factors should lower disease rates, experts say
• High Trans Fat Intake Triples Heart Disease Risk
  Fast-food component is even more dangerous than suspected, study finds
• Early Use of Cholesterol Drug Boosts Outcomes After Angioplasty
  A second study suggests statins prevent plaque buildup in arteries
• Cutting-Edge Devices Assist Cardio Treatments
  Experimental technologies proving their mettle as powerful tools for docs
• Drug Fails to Cut Deaths from Cardiogenic Shock
  Tilarginine had no effect on 30-day survival, study found
• Heart Pumping Variation Found in Racial Groups
  Weaker contractions in black Americans could explain their higher heart-disease rates, study says
• More Diabetes, More Heart Disease: Study
  Two-thirds of diabetics will die from heart attack or stroke, researchers warn
• Studies Highlight Pitfalls of Drug-Coated Stents
  For example, many patients don't take drugs that can ward off dangerous clots
• Dark Chocolate May Lighten the Load on Arteries
  Flavonoids in the sweet treat can make vessels more flexible, study suggests
• Drug Provides Short-Term Relief of Heart Failure Symptoms
  But studies of tolvaptan say its use doesn't reduce risk of re-hospitalization or death
• Heart Test Shows Who Needs Implantable Defibrillators
  It also spots those patients who don't need the cardiac rhythm devices, study says
• Next Generation of Stents Responds to Problems
  Newer drug-eluting and biodegradable versions show promise
• Low-Dose Aspirin Therapy Effective After Heart Surgery
  Major bleeding was noticeably reduced after 8 months, Canadian study finds
• Heart Association Backs Statin Use for At-Risk Kids
  Those with family history of heart disease, diabetes could benefit from cholesterol drug therapy, revised guidelines now say.
• Cardiac Risk Greatest While Firefighters Fighting Flames
  Study found they're most likely to die while responding to emergencies
• Artery Disease Poses Immediate Risks
  1 of every 7 patients suffers serious event, including death, within one year, study finds
• Quitting Smoking Rejuvenates Arteries
  10 years after last cigarette, vessels regain lost flexibility, study finds
• Checklist May Help Cut Sudden Death in Athletes
  12-step screen can spot underlying heart problems, experts say
• Gap in Black-White Life Expectancy Narrows
  It's a good sign, but not a victory, one expert says
• Almost Two-Thirds of Pacemaker Users Have Sleep Apnea
  The breathing disorder often goes undetected, study finds
• Heart Disease Lower in Children of Parents Who Live to 85
  But genes are no substitute for a healthy lifestyle, one expert says
• Heart Disease, Diabetes, Depression a Deadly Mix
  People with the three conditions are 30% more likely to die, study finds
• Invasive Therapy Doesn't Cut Deaths in Acute Coronary Syndrome
  Patient's risk profile should determine best treatment, one expert says
• 'Angry Gene' Could Help Spur Hostility
  Women with this DNA more likely to feel, express anger, study finds
• Stress, Obesity Taking Toll on Latin Americans' Health
  Changes in diet, society are boosting heart disease risk, study finds
• Dietary Copper May Ease Cardiovascular Disease
  Supplements reversed enlarged hearts in mice, but method remains controversial
• Radiation for Breast Cancer in 1980s Ups Heart Risk
  But the treatment's lifesaving benefits still outweigh the dangers, experts say
• Sleep Apnea Increasingly Tied to Heart Risks: Study
  Mounting data suggest causative role in cardiovascular disease
• Whole-Grain Cereals Cut Heart Risks: Study
  High-fiber breakfast not just for kids anymore, researchers say
• Hispanic Women's Hearts at High Risk: Study
  Contrary to popular wisdom, they develop signs of heart disease earlier than white women
• Vacuum Method Breaks Up DVT Blood Clots
  Lingering deep vein clots can cause serious trouble, doctors warn
• Mom's Smoking Raises Kids' Adult Heart Risk
  And Dad's secondhand smoke can cause long-term trouble, too, study finds
• Drink a Little, Live a Little Longer?
  Another study suggests that light alcohol intake, especially wine, boosts health
• Gene Helps Guide Embryonic Heart Formation
  Discovery could advance cardiac stem cell research, scientists say
• Do Early Growth Spurts Protect Against Bad Cholesterol?
  Finding suggests adult heart disease may have roots in childhood
• One Family's Gene Defect May Help Explain Heart Disease
  Finding supports the notion of a 'metabolic syndrome,' scientists say
• Education Works to Lower Patients' Heart Risk
  Simple intervention kept blood pressure, cholesterol levels down, study found
• Infected Gums Can Harm the Heart
  Periodontal treatment improves blood flow, study finds
• Low Blood Pressure Ups Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
  Rate more than doubles when systolic reading falls below 120 mm Hg, study finds
• 'Off-Pump' Bypass Won't Prevent Post-Op Mental Decline
  Cognition levels were similar to patients who'd used heart-lung machine, study found
• High-Tech CT Scans Speed Diagnosis of Chest Pain
  Time and money was saved in 75% of ER cases, study finds
• Sick Hearts Switch on a Fetal Gene
  Spotting the gene's enzyme may lead to new heart failure treatment, team says
• Experts Issue New Heart Disease Guidelines for Women
  American Heart Association recommendations now focus on a woman's lifetime risk
• Experts Devise New Women's Heart Risk Predictor
  It will help more women get the help they need sooner, cardiologists say
• Steroid Drugs Won't Help Most Kids With Kawasaki Disease
  The illness can cause serious heart trouble and affects 5,000 US children each year
• Blood-Letting Treatment Might Help Some Heart Patients
  It appears to reduce harmful iron stores, especially for younger people
• Siestas May Cut Heart Disease Risk
  Their stress-reducing effect may be key, study suggests
• Age Brings More Fat, Less Muscle
  And all that extra fat can spur disease, researchers say
• Depression Linked to Early Heart Disease
  It may contribute to hardening of the arteries, study suggests
• Study Sees Benefits in Boosting Levels of 'Good' Cholesterol
  Doing so helps reduce plaque in arteries
• High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Boosts Lifetime Heart Risk
  It's linked to hardening of the arteries in later life, study finds
• U.S. Minority Women Know Less About Heart Disease: Survey
  American Heart Association study suggests more targeted efforts needed to raise awareness
• Gene Variant May Predict Heart Disease, Stroke
  Early signs of trouble seen in gene carriers
• Groundhogs, Other Hibernators, Could Aid Human Health
  Their organs survive damage similar to heart attack, Alzheimer's, scientists say
• Erectile Dysfunction Affects 18 Million U.S. Men
  Lifestyle changes could help reduce the problem, experts say
• Air Pollution Poses Heart Risk to Postmenopausal Women
  And the higher and longer the exposure, the bigger the threat, study finds
• Stenting Surgery Could Prevent Heart Injury Deaths
  'Endografts' may replace riskier open-chest surgery after aortic tears, study finds
• Drug-Eluting Stents Best After Artery Re-Closure
  Study upholds the use of these devices to replace bare metal stents
• Ex-NFL Linemen Prone to Heart Disease
  Excess weight and inactivity are the key reasons, study says
• Calculator Helps Users Gauge Heart Attack Risk
  Online tool scores threat based on health, habits and lifestyle
• Metabolic Syndrome Predicts Heart Risk: Study
  The syndrome includes factors such as obesity and high blood pressure
• Antidepressants Fight Heart Disease-Linked Depression
  Common drug outperformed psychotherapy in trial
• Good Heart Health Habits Should Start in Childhood
  Parents urged to act early to reduce future risk of disease
• South Asians Plagued by Heart-Attack Risk Factors
  They suffer first attack at 53 years, compared to 58.8 years for westerners
• Heart Association Urges Americans to Start! Walking
  Program also recognizes companies that foster healthy work environments
• Telomere Length May Predict Heart Disease Risk
  The tip of chromosomes might be useful diagnostic tool for men, study suggests
• Study Backs Worksite Stress Interventions
  Tension-reducing programs help hearts and the bottom line, Italian researchers say
• People With Congenital Heart Disease Living Longer
  Despite rising diagnoses, better care means patients enjoying better quality of life, study finds
• Blood Test May Predict Risks for Heart Patients
  But some specialists say study findings won't have immediate impact on practice
• Milk Blunts Heart Benefits of Tea
  It wipes out the valuable effects of antioxidants, study finds
• Heart Association Kicks Off Walking Campaign
  'Start!' asks employers to encourage regular exercise for workers
• Early Blood Pressure Problems Signal Heart Trouble
  Study of young American Indians found hypertension raised risk for enlarged heart
• New Source of Stem Cells Discovered
  Amniotic fluid cells don't come with ethical concerns that surround embryonic cells, researchers say
• Brain Bleeds From Blood Thinner on the Rise
  Doctors need to weigh the risk of stroke vs. bleeding before prescribing warfarin
• Rising Number of Uninsured Tops Health News for 2006
  Worries about food safety, antidepressants and stents also made headlines
• Heart Disease, Stroke Still Big Killers
  Latest U.S. statistics suggest obesity, smoking are largely to blame
• Statin Users Risk Heart Attacks by Stopping Treatment
  Dutch study finds chance for incident increased at least 30 percent
• FDA Panel to Weigh Value of Drug-Coated Stents
  Safety concerns are raising doubts about the artery-opening devices
• Drug-Coated Stents Create Clot Risk
  While they offer benefits, they may not be appropriate for all heart patients, FDA says
• Medicaid Patients Receive Poorer Cardiac Care
  They're more likely to lack medication and endure delays in care, study finds
• Doctors Divided Over Loss of Experimental Cholesterol Drug
  Pfizer compound sought to raise 'good' cholesterol, but trial revealed unacceptable death rate
• Compound in Red Wine May Be Key to Heart Health
  But levels of procyanidins aren't the same in all wines, study says
• Statins Cut Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke in Those Without Heart Disease
  But the drugs didn't reduce threat of coronary heart disease or overall death
• Marathon Runners May Harbor Hidden Heart Disease
  Doctors can mistake cardiac thickening as sports-related, experts warn
• Healthy Hearts Are Thankful Hearts
  Tiny implanted devices are keeping one Texas family alive
• New Blood Thinner Offers Safer Heart Attack Care
  Bivalirudin cut down on bleeding episodes, researchers found
• Embryonic Stem Cells Yield Full Range of Heart Tissues
  The finding brings experts a step closer to stem cell-based treatments
• U.S. Experts Aim for Better Heart Imaging
  They've devised an "action plan" to help doctors with CT, MRI diagnoses
• 3-D Cardiac MRI Spots Heart Trouble
  Technology is improving as researchers get clearer images
• Heart Risk Tool May Be Failing Kidney Patients
  Widely used 'risk score' underestimates dangers to end-stage patients, study finds
• Bad Diet? Urine Test May Tell
  It's a quick, cheap way for doctors to assess eating habits, study finds
• Higher Resting Heart Rate May Boost Death Risk
  Odds rose with more frequent beats per minute, study found
• Animal-Tissue Heart Valves Appear Safe
  They equal mechanical devices in extending young patients' survival, study finds
• Drug-Coated Stents Can Keep Leg Arteries Clear
  They may work equally well in lower, upper body, study finds
• Blood Transfusions Won't Help All Heart Patients
  Procedure can harm those with low levels of a blood marker, researchers say
• Migraines Linked to Heart Risk in Men
  Finding echoes prior study in women
• Arm Workouts Get Heart Patients' Legs Moving
  Table-top exercise can help those with arterial disease, study finds
• Amniotic Stem Cells Offer Hope Against Congenital Heart Defects
  Condition causes more deaths in first year of life than any other birth defect
• Heart Failure Patients Can Waltz Their Way to Stronger Hearts
  Dancing sometimes offers better results than exercise, researchers report
• Drug-Coated Angioplasty Balloons Keep Arteries From Reclosing
  The finding could eliminate the need for drug-coated stents, study suggests
• Doctors Debate the Merits of Drug-Coated Stents
  Some worry the artery-opening devices may contribute to long-term mortality
• Clogged Arteries Showing Up in Kids
  Fatty diets, lack of exercise are boosting children's heart risks, study shows
• Pacemaker Could Aid Some Cases of Heart Failure
  Device might help hearts adjust to physical activity, researchers say
• Diabetes Shouldn't Keep Patients From Heart Transplant
  But diabetic damage to organs can be a disqualifying factor, experts say
• Study Finds High Incidence of Less-Recognized Heart Failure
  It involves abnormalities with heart refilling with blood, not pumping it
• For Many Women, Daily Aspirin Can Protect the Heart
  But not every woman is a candidate for the therapy, so check with your doctor first
• Stem Cell Fish Research Shows Heart Regeneration
  Zebrafish re-grow damaged hearts, so perhaps humans could, too, experts say
• Test Gauges Pulmonary Hypertension Risk
  Simple heart measurement predicts survival, experts say
• Device-Delivered Drugs Ease Severe Heart Failure
  Patients who were near death are living for years, British team says
• Compound in Red Wine Boosts Health of Obese Mice
  But whether resveratrol will offer similar benefits to people remains to be seen
• Statins Could Aid Heart Failure Patients
  Findings suggest the cholesterol-lowering drugs improve survival
• Fish and Fish Oil's Benefits Far Outweigh Risks
  Omega-3 protection trumps mercury toxin risk, studies find
• Breathing Training Benefits Heart-Surgery Patients
  It helped reduce pulmonary complications, such as pneumonia, study finds
• Heart From Donor With Hepatitis C Reduces Survival
  Study dashes hopes that these organs might be of wider use
• Study Questions Value of Lower Cholesterol Targets
  It may be that statins are better treatment for heart risk factors, researchers say
• Poor Sleep Contributes to Health Problems
  They can include diabetes and high blood pressure, studies reveal
• Heart Attack Patients Skipping Important Meds
  More than half don't take beta blockers as prescribed, study finds
• Muscle Cell Insights a Boon to Research
  A key protein holds clues to muscular dystrophy, heart failure, researchers say
• Expensive, Drug-Coated Stents Offer Modest Benefit
  Based on studies, bare-metal stents may be just as good, experts say
• Angioplasty Beats Bypass for High-Risk Male Patients
  It's safer and more cost-effective, study finds
• Protein Could Warn of Heart Failure
  Another study suggests high levels of GRK2 point to danger
• Early Symptoms Can Warn of Sudden Cardiac Death
  Chest pain, breathlessness call for quick action, study finds
• FDA Approves 1st Implantable Artificial Heart
  It's meant for patients with advanced heart disease who are too ill for transplant
• Gene Holds Clues to Heart Disease
  Variants of GATA2 could help explain familial risk, study shows
• Bioengineering Could Replace Pacemakers
  The technique restored healthy heart rhythm in pigs, researchers say
• New Cholesterol Guidelines Proposed for Teens
  Gender, age taken into account to assess future heart-disease risk
• U.S. Adds TLC to New Cholesterol Guide
  80-page publication offers prescription for therapeutic lifestyle changes
• Imaging Makes Heart Rhythm Surgery Safer
  'ICE' provides surgeons with real-time view of the esophagus
• Mexican-Americans at Higher Risk for Second Stroke
  And second strokes can be more deadly than the first, experts warn
• Younger Patients Can Develop Poor Leg Circulation
  Certain risk factors put those under 60 in danger, experts say
• Lifetime Cost of Women's Angina Tops $1 Million
  Even mild artery blockages can trigger serious expense, study finds
• Statins Protect Heart After Heart Attack
  Animal experiments find role for popular drug beyond lowering cholesterol
• Does Body-Mass Index Really Predict Heart Risk?
  New data suggests BMI can't distinguish between fat, muscle
• Heart Failure Patients Fare Better With Follow-Up Nursing Care
  Researchers cite fewer hospitalizations, improved functioning for those enrolled in study
• Breast Cancer Patients Should Monitor Heart Risks
  2 studies find potential side effects from Herceptin, radiation
• 'Loner' Kids May Face Adult Heart Woes
  Early social isolation can take long-term toll on health, study finds
• ACE Inhibitors Good for Hardened Arteries
  While some doctors still debate the practice, new research finds benefits
• Pigeons Provide Clues to Post-Op Artery Re-Closure
  The birds have genetic predisposition to 'over-exuberant' tissue growth, researchers say
• Staying Single May Shorten Life Span
  U.S. study finds 58 percent increased death rate for singles vs. marrieds
• Statin Drugs Cut Risk of Recurrent Stroke
  Cholesterol-lowering meds effective even in patients without heart disease, study finds
• Just a Little High-Saturated Fat Can Be Hard on the Arteries
  Researchers find that even one high-fat meal reduces effects of 'good' cholesterol
• Lowering Blood Pressure Can Stop or Reverse Heart Disease
  Keeping hypertension at bay as important as reducing cholesterol, study suggests
• New Guidelines Out on Use of Anti-Clotting Therapy
  Groups say stroke risk should be main determinant in treating patients with atrial fibrillation
• Extreme Exercise Can Slow the Heart
  Finding may have implications for cardiac research, experts say
• New Gene Therapy Shows Promise for Hereditary Heart Conditions
  In animal study, single injection into a vein hints of long-lasting treatment for humans
• Heart Attacks Often Go Unrecognized
  Some estimates run as high as 43 percent; women frequently under-diagnosed
• Weightlifting Can Tear the Heart
  In rare cases, heavy strain triggers deadly aortic dissection, experts say
• Men at Higher Risk of Recurrent Blood Clots
  Deep venous thrombosis often occurs in the legs and can be fatal, experts warn
• Paralyzed Patients Can Need Heart Pacing Help
  Spinal cord injuries at the neck can slow cardiac function, researchers say
• High-Tech CT Useful in Spotting Heart Disease
  But scans shouldn't replace a full clinical diagnosis, experts say
• Study Reveals How Fish Oils Help the Heart
  They contribute to better regulation of electrical activity
• Light Drinking Cuts Risk for Death, Heart Attack
  A drink a day may bring benefits, but experts aren't sure why
• Head Online for Advice on Heart Attack
  New U.S. National Institutes of Health Web site is aimed at seniors
• Suction Technique Improves Arterial Surgery
  It removes plaque to free up blood flow to kidneys, researchers say
• Hyperactive Girls Can Often Become Unhealthy Women
  Researchers find link between childhood behavior and adult heart woes
• Immigrants Healthier Than Native New Yorkers
  But poor access to care means newcomers' health soon suffers, report finds
• Chemotherapy in Childhood Can Bring Adult Heart Woes
  Researchers are seeking ways to prevent this long-term complication
• Kids Need More Exercise to Stave Off Future Heart Trouble
  Guidelines recommending 1 hour per day should be revised upward, experts say
• Exercise Works Wonders in Middle Age
  Study finds big heart benefits for folks 40 and older
• Impotence Can Foreshadow Coronary Artery Disease
  Doctors should monitor heart health of patients with erectile dysfunction, study says
• Subtle, Deadly Form of Heart Failure on the Rise
  Standard heart-pumping measurements won't pick up 'diastolic' form of the disease
• Age No Barrier to Heart Valve Surgery
  New findings show the procedure is now much safer for elderly patients
• Adolescent Obesity Linked to Premature Death
  But diet pill, not yet approved for children, works for teens, researchers report
• Study Supports Screening Babies for Heart-Rhythm Defect
  Dangerous 'long QT syndrome' is often mistaken for SIDS, experts say
• Eyes May Provide Window on Heart Risk
  Measuring width of retinal vessels predicts cardiac dangers, study finds
• Heart Failure in Parents a Risk Factor for Children
  Study finds 70 percent increased odds for the dangerous condition
• Any Level of Physical Activity Helps Prolong Life
  Going to the gym or running errands, it's all heart-healthy, study finds
• New Method Gauges Anxiety Linked to Implanted Defibrillators
  Assessing patient fears helps spot those in need of counseling, researchers say
• Experts: Screen Most Older Adults to Prevent Heart Attacks
  Panel advises regular arterial exams for even healthy Americans
• New Markers Won't Help Docs Assess Heart Risks
  Blood levels of C-reactive protein, other markers, add little to known risk factors, study shows
• Brain-Wasting Proteins May Affect Heart
  Mouse study suggests a connection between prions and rare cardiac condition, experts say
• Daily Activity Helps Fight PAD
  About 8 million Americans suffer from debilitating peripheral arterial disease
• Epidemic of Deadly Atrial Fibrillation is Here
  Data suggests more than 5 million have potentially dangerous abnormal heartbeat
• Women's Health Risks Rise Along With Weight
  Extreme obesity, especially, is linked to more illness and death, study finds
• Five Steps Help Men Live Longer
  Exercise, healthy diet, no smoking, staying trim and moderate drinking are key, study finds
• New Guide May Help Lower Blood Pressure
  Government health experts offering up revised DASH diet booklet
• Shedding Light on Trans Fats in Foods
  New FDA labeling requirement helps consumers spot these threats to heart health
• Diabetes Brings Earlier Heart Disease, Death
  Developing the type 2 form of the illness is like aging 15 years, researchers say
• Two Technologies Together Spot Clogged Vessels
  Noninvasive cardiac MRI plus contrast enhancement worked better than angiography, researchers report
• Study Identifies Kidney Trouble as Heart Risk
  ACE inhibitor drugs improve survival
• Testosterone Offers Women Benefits, Risks
  Higher levels may boost sexual function, but increase heart trouble, studies find
• Nighttime Blood Pressure Linked to Heart Failure
  Absence of normal drop more than doubles the risk, study finds
• Women's Heart Care Varies Widely By Hospital
  New survey finds a 40% difference between best, poorest performers
• Low-Fat Dairy Products May Fight High Blood Pressure
  The more consumed, the bigger the benefit, study finds
• Pricey Heart Procedure Best for Younger Patients
  'Left atrial catheter ablation' is new, effective and very expensive, study finds
• Statins Linked to Lower Risk of Cataracts
  Nonsmokers and people without diabetes showed even bigger benefit, study found
• Veggies Do a Heart Good
  Mice fed 30% vegetable diet were thinner with clearer arteries, study found
• Engineered Cells Could Control Irregular Heartbeat
  Natural tissues might replace implanted pacemakers in children, study suggests
• New Heart Guidelines Add Exercise to Healthy Diet
  This combo is the best route to cardiovascular health, American Heart Association says
• Experts Draft New Valvular Heart Disease Guidelines
  These disorders include heart murmurs, endocarditis
• Fish Oil Won't Fix Abnormal Heart Rhythms: Study
  But eating fish may still be heart-healthy, expert says
• Defibrillator Recipients Face Increased Heart-Failure Risk
  They need more care than they're getting to ensure their health, study says
• Try the No-Sweat Solution to Better Health
  Even moderate physical activity brings big rewards, experts say
• Apples May Be Heart-Healthy
  Flavonoids found in fruit protect cells from inflammation, study suggests
• Aspirin-Plavix Combo Disappoints in Heart Arrhythmia Trial
  It's less effective than warfarin in preventing strokes, researchers say
• Kitchen Cupboard or Medicine Cabinet?
  There's a harvest of healing in everyday foods, experts say
• Imaging Combo Catches Cardiovascular Trouble
  Two types of scans were more accurate at spotting blood flow problems
• Heart Patients Need More Fitness Follow-Up
  Women are in worse physical shape than expected, study finds
• Researchers Spot Earliest Signs of Heart Disease
  PET scans detected arterial damage long before symptoms arose
• Many Ex-NFL Linemen at Risk for Heart Disease
  More likely to have enlarged hearts, metabolic syndrome than retired non-linemen, studies find
• Enlarged Heart Not Always a Sign of Trouble
  Type of stress determines how the heart reacts, researchers report
• Mild Heart Disorder Raises Stroke Risk
  Slight reduction in pumping ability found to cause the problem
• Expert Advice on Heart Attack Now Online
  American Heart Association's Web site is new resource for heart patients
• Daily Drinking Cuts Heart Disease Risk for Men
  Benefit of moderate drinking doesn't extend to women, study suggests
• Genes Help Gum-Disease Germ Harm Arteries
  They could explain how periodontal infections boost heart risks, researchers say
• Common Painkillers Linked to Increased Admissions for Heart Failure
  Older patients taking NSAIDs showed a 30% higher risk, U.K. study finds
• Study Shows Best Treatment for Lung Injury Patients
  Less fluid, a shorter catheter improve results for acute respiratory distress syndrome
• Drug Combos Best for Controlling Blood Pressure
  Lowering cholesterol also offers benefits, studies find
• Hypertension in Teens Predicts Adult Heart Woes
  Left unchecked, blood pressure rises 7 percent per year, study finds
• Spirituality May Help Lower Blood Pressure
  Church-going U.S. blacks had better BP, even with standard risk factors
• Studies Gauge Safety of Replacing Implanted Defibrillators
  The dilemma: Balancing surgical risks against those of device failure
• Fish Consumption Linked to Heart Abnormality
  But experts insist the food is a heart-healthy choice
• New Once-a-Day Blood Pressure Drug Effective
  Aliskiren is first new type of antihypertensive in a decade
• Popular Supplement Doesn't Reduce High Cholesterol
  Policosanol is no more effective than a placebo, study finds
• Adult Heart Pumps Help Kids Waiting for Transplant
  Study finds 85 percent survival rate with these implanted devices
• Problems With Implantable Heart Devices Need More Public Airing
  Experts say companies that make them should work closely with government, doctors
• U.S. Experts Issue New Heart Disease Treatment Guidelines
  Among the changes: a lower recommended dose of daily aspirin, and more exercise
• Number of Obese, Smoking Americans Tops 9 Million
  Blacks most at risk for this unhealthy combination, study finds
• Experts Point to Best Centers for Heart Attack Care
  Hospitals that adhere to guidelines boost patient outcomes
• Women Benefiting Less From Improved Heart Disease Care
  Cardiovascular death rate falling faster for men, study shows
• Ultrasound Can Help Predict Heart Attack Risk
  Atherosclerosis in neck artery is key warning sign, study finds
• Heart Drug Side Effects More Common in Minority Patients
  But experts say race may not necessarily be to blame
• New Method Gauges Blood Needed for Bypass Surgery
  It's a means of preserving this precious resource
• Surprising Report on Statins Won't Deter Doctors From Using Them
  They see great value in administering the cholesterol drugs to heart patients
• Treatment Team Lowers Heart Risk for Obese Patients
  Battling the 'metabolic syndrome' on multiple fronts works, they say
• Free Guidebooks Make for Heart-Healthy Reading
  Experts at U.S. National Institutes of Health offer exercise, diet tips
• New Guidelines Recommended for Implanted Heart Devices
  Cardiac group asks FDA and manufacturers to cooperate on pacemakers, defibrillators
• Pacemaker, Defibrillator Reliability Can Be Improved
  While the devices have gotten better, they still malfunction, studies find
• Survival Rises When Hospitals Heed All Heart Attack Guidelines
  But one out of four hospitals aren't adhering completely, study finds
• Drug May Fight Metabolic Syndrome
  Etanercept could help lower inflammation linked to heart risk factors
• Heavy Coffee Drinking Doesn't Hurt the Heart
  No risk of heart disease found in two long-term studies
• Gene Protects Against Diabetes, Heart Disease
  Variant found in 1 in 20 people lowers blood fats, study finds
• Mediterranean Diet May Help Prevent Alzheimer's
  Study finds the eating plan reduced risk by 40 percent
• Education Level Linked to Heart Disease: Study
  Those with just a high school degree more likely to have calcium deposits in arteries
• Sleep Apnea Raises Arrhythmia Risk
  Finding could explain rise in risk for sudden death linked to the condition
• Standard Test Misses Heart Disease Signs in Women
  Angiograms don't find blockages in smaller vessels that women tend to have, study shows
• Infant Snoring Tied to Parental Snoring
  Condition can lead to learning disabilities, heart disease, metabolic disorders, study says
• Vascular 'Microparticles' May Help Spur Disease
  A rise in these naturally occurring particles could hurt the heart, study fnds
• Multiple Lifestyle Changes Help Lower Blood Pressure
  Measures include counseling on nutrition and exercise, study reports
• Hormone Can Predict Pulmonary Hypertension, Risk of Death
  BNP serves as a marker in people with serious lung disease, study says
• Many Women Still Misinformed About Heart Disease
  Risk factors and symptoms of trouble can be very different from those for men
• Health Benefits of Moderate Drinking Questioned
  Earlier research suggesting a gain is flawed, new study contends
• Fish Not a Proven Heart Protector: Study
  But the presence of omega 3 fats confers a likely benefit, experts say
• New Cholesterol Drug Fails Human Trial
  Poor results may doom once-promising line of research, experts say
• Exercise No Threat to a Woman's Heart
  But excess weight and sedentary lifestyle are, studies find
• Eat Cholesterol-Lowering Foods in Combination: Study
  Choosing the right foods lowered blood fats just as well as drug therapy
• Costly Heart Test Could Save Medicare Money
  Cardiac screen spots those who need a defibrillator, study says
• Outlook Improving for Heart, Lung Transplant Recipients
  More than two-thirds survive at least 3 years, study shows
• Blood Thinner Protects Heart Patients
  Abciximab boosted survival after angioplasty, stent placement, study found
• Blood Pressure Drugs Keep Hypertension in Check
  Patients using angiotensin receptor blocker postponed progression to hypertension, study finds
• Anti-Clotting Drugs May Improve Heart Attack Care
  Arixtra and Lovenox extend survival, lower post-attack events, studies show
• Carotid Stenting Safe Alternative to Surgery
  Propping open this vital vessel can help prevent strokes, experts say
• Lumbee Indian Tribe at Raised Heart Risk
  Members of the North Carolina tribe may need more focused care, researchers say
• Pregnancy Complications May Signal Long-Term Heart Trouble
  Obstetric problems may put women at cardiovascular risk, study finds
• A Better Blood Test for Heart Disease?
  The screen spots cells body uses for self-repair, researchers say
• Women, Minorities Less Likely to Get Best Heart Attack Care
  White male patients are most often transferred to high-quality medical centers, study finds
• Doctors Rethinking Aspirin-Plavix Combination
  Blood-thinning regimen can double death risk if used to prevent first heart attack, study finds
• Study Will Look at Early Use of HRT
  Estrogen replacement might be heart-healthy for menopausal women
• More Than Immobility Triggers In-Flight Clots
  Low cabin pressure might also be to blame, but more study is needed, experts say
• Diabetes May Roll Back Victories Over Heart Disease
  Growing epidemic threatens America's health, study finds
• Healthy Lifestyle May Fight Impotence
  Diet, exercise battle both erectile dysfunction and heart disease, study suggests
• Air Mask Therapy Best for Sleep Apnea: Experts
  New guidelines support the use of pressurized nighttime airflow
• Brain Chemistry May Spur Unhealthy Behaviors
  Serotonin levels might explain why some people smoke, eat poorly, researchers say
• Combat Stress Boosts Heart Disease Risk
  Cardiac dangers continue even decades later, study finds
• Radiowave Technique Steadies Abnormal Heartbeats
  Catheter ablation helped atrial fibrillation patients in study
• 'Wave' Test Could Spot Heart Disease
  Noninvasive screen relies on pulses within arteries
• Infection Raises Women's Post-Bypass Death Risk
  Finding could explain why women are more likely to die after the surgery
• Chocolate Does a Man's Heart Good
  Dark variety seems to lower older men's risk of death, study finds
• Gene Test Could Spot Athletes' Cardiac Risk
  A cluster of mutations may predict a dangerous arrhythmia, researchers say
• Poor Gums Take Big Bite Out of Health
  Periodontal disease ups risks for diabetes, heart disease and preemie delivery, experts warn
• Stem Cells Might Fight Circulatory Disorder
  Peripheral artery disease can lead to leg ulcers, amputation
• More Than 40% of Heart Attacks Go Undiagnosed
  The problem affects women more often than men, researchers report
• Estrogen Therapy of No Value to Heart Health
  But it may offer some protection to younger postmenopausal women, study finds
• Stem Cells Offer Hope Against Heart Failure
  No breakthroughs yet, but getting the 'recipe' right will be key, experts say
• Women More Aware of Heart-Disease Risk...
  ... But treatment still doesn't equal that of men, studies find
• Statins May Prevent Sepsis in Heart Patients
  Risk of deadly reaction to infection was reduced by cholesterol drugs, study says
• Heart-Surgery Drug Poses Risks: Study
  It can cause kidney failure, stroke, heart problems, researcher says
• Erectile Dysfunction Can Signal Heart Trouble
  Men with condition performed more poorly on cardiac stress test, researchers found
• On-the-Job Stress Bad for the Heart
  British study links it to increase in risk factors for cardiovascular disease
• Science Creates a Living Bandage for Broken Hearts
  'Cardiac patch' and other advances are on the horizon, researchers say
• Lifestyle Changes Can Quickly Reverse Heart Risks
  In 3 weeks, improvements in diet and exercise can have big impact, study finds
• Electrocardiograms Help Predict Heart Failure
  Study finding based on people with high blood pressure
• Amino Acid Supplement No Good After Heart Attack
  It might even raise death risk for older patients, researchers find
• Healthy Aging: The 50s -- Time for Your Annual Checkup!
  Recommended screenings can be a lifesaver, experts say
• Genetic Test Can Detect Heart Transplant Rejection
  It may also reduce the need for invasive heart-muscle biopsies, researchers say
• Angioplasty Best for Heart Attack Survival
  When emergency clot-dissolvers failed, it upped survival rates, study found
• Marker for Heart Failure Works in Kidney Patients
  Study found renal disease did not alter accuracy of blood test
• If Your Siblings Have Heart Disease, You May, Too
  Study finding should encourage people to control risk factors, experts say
• Gene-Coated Stents May Boost Healing
  The new technology could bring gene therapy to the inside of arteries
• Study That Discredited HRT Was Flawed, Experts Say
  More research would be needed to overturn those findings, however
• Scoring Method Misses Women's Heart Disease Risk
  Doctors may not be spotting a third of women at risk for heart attack, study finds
• Early Detection Could Prevent Athletes' Sudden Death
  Simple MRI scans can pick up a serious heart condition, researchers say
• Light Exercise Staves Off Heart Failure
  Rat study suggests moderate activity is safe and effective for patients
• Healthy Childhood Diets Protect Hearts
  Boys eating low-fat diets from infancy had healthier arteries, study found
• Medications Keep Heart-Failure Patients Alive
  Vigilant use reduces risk of death by nearly 50 percent, researchers report
• Volunteer-Operated Defibs are Lifesavers
  Study shows they improve survival even in rural areas
• Simpler CPR Guidelines Unveiled
  They emphasize chest compressions over rescue breaths
• C-Reactive Protein Signals Cardiovascular Risk, Sometimes
  Two studies arrive at different conclusions on value of test for inflammatory protein
• Study Compares Use of Anti-Clotting Drugs for Heart Patients
  Researchers found little difference between two forms of heparin
• Heart Surgery Riskier for Those Over 80
  Doctors must weigh risks and benefits carefully, researchers conclude
• Blood Test Helps Docs Spot Problem Drinkers
  The screen could reduce costs for treating chronic illnesses, study finds
• Program Improves Heart Patients' Care
  'Get With the Guidelines' encourages health staff to stick to treatment standards
• Many Heart Patients Use Alternative Medicines
  But many fail to tell their doctors, raising drug interaction risks, study found
• Protein Test Gauges Heart Failure Risk
  High blood levels of NT-proBNP can signal danger, study finds
• Innovative Research Gives Heart Patients Hope
  Robots, gene-driven pacemakers and even a link to creme brulée served up at AHA meeting
• Fewer Carbs Boost DASH Diet's Heart Benefits
  Replacing carbohydrates with protein or monosaturated fats checked blood pressure
• Arthritis Patients Missing Out on Aspirin Therapy
  Rheumatoid sufferers at higher risk of heart disease, study notes
• U.S. Heart Patients May Get Too Many Blood Transfusions
  Many of these potentially risky procedures may be unnecessary, researchers contend
• Pet Therapy Boosts Heart-Failure Patients
  Visit with dogs improved heart, lung function in hospitalized men and women, study found
• Roller Coasters Can Tax the Heart
  People with cardiac problems should avoid the amusement park staples, study warns
• Mechanical Heart Pumps Extend Survival
  Left ventricular assist devices are used when drugs won't help heart failure
• Common Heart Failure Test May Be Flawed
  New finding could change treatment for the condition
• Eating Out Poses Health Risks for Kids
  They're prone to high blood pressure and other risk factors for heart disease, study finds
• Post-Heart Attack Drug Therapy Improving
  But many doctors aren't keeping up with the latest medications, study finds
• Measuring Blood Pressure Near Heart May Be Key
  Arm-based readings may not give the full picture of a medicine's effectiveness, study finds
• Cholesterol-Busting Drugs Help After Kidney Transplant
  Statins may help shield organ recipients from heart attack
• Women Lag in Heart Disease Detection
  They get fewer important tests compared to men, study finds
• Viagra Fights Blood Vessel Disorder
  The drug eased symptoms in patients with Raynaud's phenomenon
• Study Shows New Role for HDL 'Good' Cholesterol
  It may be more important for older patients taking statin drugs
• Shortness of Breath a Potential Sign of Heart Trouble
  It was a better indicator of cardiovascular risk than angina, study found
• Guidelines for Heart Treatment Benefit Patients
  Better results, fewer complications when recommendations are followed, study finds
• Underprivileged at Greater Risk of Heart Disease
  The tools to spot their risk are lacking, British study finds
• Child's Growth Predicts Adult Heart Woes
  Low birthweight, a failure to thrive, then adding fat boost risks, study finds
• Don't Work Your Heart Out
  Stressful jobs and unfair bosses can raise cardiac risks, study finds
• Gene That Helps Control Heartbeat Found
  Could help against human arrhythmias, researchers say
• Drug Improves Type 2 Diabetes Outcomes
  Study found pioglitazone cut risk for heart attacks, strokes
• Many Women Still Don't Take Heart Disease Seriously
  Campaign seeks to highlight risks, encourage proactive approach to heart health
• Cholesterol Levels Are Falling, But Red Flags Are Rising
  Drugs called statins, and not diet and exercise, may be driving the trend, experts say
• Researchers Question Value of CRP Test
  High levels of protein tend to occur only with other cardiovascular risk factors, study says
• Implanted Defibrillators Found Cost-Effective
  Findings may open the door to wider Medicare coverage, experts say
• Many Smokers Stick With Habit After Heart Attack
  European study shows one in five don't quit, despite risks
• Mixed Reviews for Pulmonary Artery Catheters
  Two studies find no clinical benefit, but they aren't harmful, either
• Drug-Coated Stents Better for Diabetics
  Fewer problems develop than with older bare stents, study finds
• The Lowdown on Bad Cholesterol
  Experts see gains in ever-decreasing levels, with even 'normal' people benefiting from statins
• Trial Will Look At Widening Angioplasty's Reach
  Research to examine whether community hospitals can use it for non-urgent care
• High Blood Pressure Can Be Lethal in Overweight
  It's the prime factor raising their cardiovascular risk, study finds
• Artery-Opening Drugs Don't Help Valve Problem
  Spanish study finds vasodilators not effective for aortic regurgitation
• Blacks at Raised Risk of Sleep Apnea
  They're also less likely to seek help for the dangerous disorder, study shows
• Experts Support Artery-Clearing Surgery to Prevent Stroke
  Carotid endarterectomy advised for those with clogged vessels and prior stroke history
• Stroke Tests Underused for Women
  Not enough are getting key post-attack screens, study finds
• Most Americans Don't Link Tummy Fat With Heart Disease
  Sixty percent are unaware this type of obesity threatens the heart, survey finds
• Aggressive Treatment No Better for Acute Coronary Syndrome
  Finding that conservative approach works as well contradicts previous trials
• Severe Heart Failure Undertreated: Study
  Doctors need to devote more time, effort managing these cases, experts say
• CT Scans Spot Younger Men's Heart Risk
  But the technique isn't yet recommended for wide use, researchers add
• Aggressive Therapy Best for Chest Pain
  Large, ongoing British study finds it would save lives
• New Heart Risk Factor: Low Levels of Artery Repair Cells
  German study finds increased risk of heart attack, death
• Most Europeans Know Little About Heart Failure
  And a similar survey of Americans would find similar results, expert warns
• Sleep Apnea May Herald Early Heart Disease
  Links between cardio trouble and frequent awakenings unclear, experts say
• 'Legs For Life' Program Targets Poor Blood Flow
  Many Americans have peripheral artery disease but do not know it, experts say
• Poor Brain Blood Flow Raises Dementia Risk
  Blood pressure and heart disease may play key roles, study shows
• The Heart Can Heal Itself, Sometimes
  Implanted device removed safely in 32 would-be transplant patients, report says
• Swift Statin Therapy Cuts In-Hospital Heart Attack Deaths
  Treatment in first 24 hours saves lives
• Exercise Cuts Men's Heart Death Risk
  Staying fit a lifesaver regardless of cholesterol levels, study finds
• Tarantulas Help Medical Science Creep Forward
  They're giving researchers key insights into human muscles
• Brain Damage Is Linked to Heart Failure
  Scans show problems with vital areas that control heart functions, study says
• Heart Bypass Safe, Effective for Patients Over 80
  British study shows most still alive 5 years after procedure
• Scientists Solve Nitroglycerin Mystery
  They now know how it helps the heart, but can it cause harm, too?
• Anemia Raises Heart Failure Risks
  Improving hemoglobin levels could save lives, study suggests
• A Clear Winner in the Coated-Stent Derby -- Sort Of
  New studies back sirolimus, but some heart doctors prefer paclitaxel
• Blood-Thinner Warfarin Underused in Heart Attack Patients
  Review says teaming it with aspirin halves the risk of a second attack
• Smoking, Obesity Double Trouble for Teens
  Secondhand smoke is nearly as unhealthy as puffing on cigarettes, study finds
• Hypertension Undertreated in Elderly
  Yet they're at highest risk of heart attack and stroke, study says
• Rare Children's Disease Unlocks Aging's Secrets
  Progeria research is also broadening understanding of heart disease
• Study to Focus on Preventing Aortic Aneurysm
  Researchers will compare use of stents to 'watchful waiting'
• Heart Device Maker Stayed Silent on Defects, Critics Claim
  Guidant under fire for "foot-dragging" over recalled implantable defibs
• Pacemaker Patients Urged to Consult Their Doctor
  Guidant alert warns of possible malfunction
• Insulin Resistance Linked to Heart Failure
  Condition may be another predictor of heart problems, study finds
• Key Tests Predict Women's Heart Risk
  Specific cholesterol screens plus a blood protein work best, study finds
• Gene May Cause Heart Valve Defect
  The mutation could drive aortic valve disease, researchers say
• Prayer Doesn't Help Heart Surgery Patients: Study
  Bedside therapy had minimal effect as well, researchers find
• Even Low-Dose Birth Control Pill Raises Heart Risk
  But young women's absolute risk remains small, experts note
• Bypass Costs Far Higher in U.S. Than in Canada
  Americans pay over 80 percent more for similar outcomes, study finds
• Study Questions Value of 2-Chamber Pacemakers
  Researchers finds no survival advantage, but other experts endorse the devices
• Hospitals Show Heart-Failure Treatment Gap
  Study finds wide variance on 4 key indicators
• Get Fit to Fight Metabolic Syndrome
  The condition is a precursor to diabetes, heart disease
• Vasodilator Drugs Fight Advanced Heart Failure
  Large study finds them superior to another class of medications
• Soy May Fight High Blood Pressure
  But don't change your diet just yet, experts say
• Sudden Cardiac Death Spells Heart Trouble in Family
  Dying at young age means relatives should be tested for heart defects, study says
• Growth Hormone Helps Hearts of Childhood Cancer Patients
  Therapy can restore organ to near normal size, study finds
• Key Factors Raise Heart Failure Death Risk
  One surprise: obesity may actually be protective, researchers say
• Symptomless Hypertension Too Often Ignored
  Other conditions divert patient attention from dangerous high blood pressure
• Women's Cardiac Care Varies by Hospital
  Survival is improving, survey finds, but rates differ between centers
• Diuretics Best Option For Diabetics With High Blood Pressure
  Large study finds they work as well as more expensive drugs
• Study Points to Heart Disease Marker's Dark Side
  Is blood protein CRP a sign of vessel damage, or a cause?
• Sudden Death Risk Peaks in Month After Heart Attack
  More research needed to spot those in greatest danger, experts say
• Have Stockings, Will Travel
  Compression hose cuts in-flight blood clot risk 12-fold, study finds
• Blood Protein Signals Heart Disease Risk
  Routine screening for inflammatory C-reactive protein is increasing
• Heart Association Diet Book Offers Recipe for Success
  'No-Fad Diet' urges Americans to 'think smart, eat well and move more'
• Ulcer Bug Linked to Irregular Heart Rhythm
  But one expert called H. pylori findings inconclusive
• Fish Oil Doesn't Benefit Defibrillator Patients
  The supplement may even harm people with the heart devices, study finds
• Patient Education Won't Alter Diabetes Outcomes
  Learning about the disease had little effect, study found
• Depression Often Untreated in Heart Patients
  Cardiologists need to spot warning signs, arrange for help, study suggests
• Statin Treatment Doesn't Help Heart Valve Problem
  Anti-cholesterol drug ineffective against aortic stenosis in small trial
• Blacks at Increased Risk for Enlarged Heart
  Finding spurs call for better blood pressure control
• Experts Say No to Estrogen After Hysterectomy
  Its risks outweigh any benefit for older women, task force finds
• CDC: Being Overweight or Obese Not Healthy
  Agency holds news conference to counter its own recent report
• Gene May Affect Blood-Clot Drug's Effects
  Testing could one day help doctors prescribe the best dose, study says
• Too Few At-Risk Heart Patients Offered Statins
  Cholesterol-lowering drugs discussed in fewer than half of doctor's visits
• Experts Weigh in On the Better Bypass
  Use of heart-lung machine depends on surgeon's skill, AHA concludes
• Fish Oil Fights Smog's Effect on Heart
  It beat soy oil in keeping cardiac damage at bay, study found
• Depressed Heart Surgery Patients Face Higher Mortality Rates
  Physicians should pay closer attention to emotional well-being, study suggests
• Bypass Beats Stents for Heart Surgery
  The new findings run counter to previous studies, however
• Warfarin Cuts Stroke Risk After Irregular Heartbeat
  Study suggests patients continue drug even if heart rhythm is under control
• Mouse Study Casts Doubt On CRP Heart Disease Test
  But one expert dismissed the finding as "not important"
• Cholesterol Drug Crestor Produces More Side Effects
  But the statin's benefits outweigh risks, heart experts conclude
• Heart CT Scans Often Pick Up Trouble Elsewhere
  Ignoring those findings could be fatal, researchers warn
• Homeless People's Heart Problems Going Untreated
  Study finds many suffer from hypertension, diabetes
• Study Questions Daily Aspirin's Overall Benefit
  Some doubt this statistical reassessment, however
• New Kidney Test Can Predict Heart Risk
  Study suggests it's a better predictor than current screen
• Non-Stick Teflon Stents Saving Lives
  They resist reclosure as they prop open arteries, study finds
• Fancy Blood Tests Won't Predict Lung Clot Risk
  Simple patient factors, such as age and sex, tell the story on recurrence
• Drug Might Lower Heart Attack Risk
  Protein inhibitor reduces inflammatory markers in those at high risk
• Gastro, Antipsychotic Meds Linked to Cardiac Death
  European study finds they interfere with heart rhythm
• Heart Rate During and After Exercise Tied to Sudden Death
  Slow response, slow recovery raises risk, study finds
• Money Affects Angioplasty Outcomes
  Poorer patients had worse symptoms before, after surgery
• Regular Exercise Cuts Women's Sudden Cardiac Death Risk
  Even two hours a week makes a difference, though more is better
• Defibrillators Help Newly Diagnosed Heart Patients
  Study suggests Medicare guidelines may need to be revised for implanted devices
• Three-Drug Combo May Best Protect Heart
  Aspirin, statin and beta-blocker trio beats any one drug alone
• Anger Can Be a Heartbreaker
  Arrhythmias provoked by hostility more like to trigger cardiac arrest
• Fish Oil Nutrient Boosts Ailing Hearts
  Better outcomes for bypass patients and those using pacemakers
• Depression Raises Men's Heart Risks
  Blue moods bring cardiovascular system down, too, study finds
• Drug-Coated Stents Show Shortfalls
  Real-life results below those in controlled trials, study finds
• Income May Help Fuel Obesity, Study Finds
  Money is no protection against extra pounds, researchers say
• Excess Weight, High Cholesterol Tax Older Women's Arteries
  More evidence exercise can protect the female heart after menopause
• Combat Veterans Pay a Price Decades Later
  Many are heavy drinkers and smokers, and face possible heart trouble, study finds
• Gene Therapy Trial Focuses on Leg Pain
  The treatment could improve circulation without surgery, researchers hope
• Combo Artery Surgery Needs More Study
  Researchers suggest more trials to determine safety of combined surgeries
• Antiplatelet Drug May Help Aspirin Prevent Stroke
  Clopidogrel-aspirin combination reduces formation of tiny clots, study finds
• Bypass Surgery Doesn't Harm Cognitive Ability
  New study finds heart procedure free of lasting deficits
• Pacemakers Continue to Prove Their Worth
  21st century twists improve performance, experts say
• Beer, Red Wine Both Boost Blood Pressure
  But red wine's other effects may still make it heart-healthy
• Antibiotics Don't Fight Heart Disease
  Two studies find no effect from drugs meant to fight chronic infection
• Happy People Make for Healthy People
  Drop in stress hormone tied to reduced disease risk, study suggests
• Heart Failure Drug May Raise Death Risk
  Use nesiritide only as "last resort," researchers say
• Web Site Checks Up On Hospital Quality
  New public-private initiative lets Americans compare local services
• Obesity: Bad For Men, Women and Kids
  Being overweight is hard on everyone's hearts, new studies find
• Weight-Loss Drug Shows Further Promise in European Trial
  Results for rimonabant trial parallel those of American study
• New Clues to Killer Heart Failure
  Underlying health problems may be best treatment target, researchers say
• Tracking Kidney Patients' Cardiac Risks
  Factors such as hypertension, smoking most effectively predict survival
• Fish, Soy Oil Quickly Cut Heart Attack Risk
  In study, elderly who took supplements showed better heart function within weeks
• Heart Transplants in Babies Not Limited by Blood Type
  Those under age 1 will accept organs that aren't a match, researchers say
• Doctors Take Issue With Bextra Withdrawal
  Some believe the decision to use the drug should stay with physicians
• A New Blood Test for Heart Risk?
  Study finds predictive value of a heart-produced molecule
• Exercise, Stress Management Boost Heart Health
  Patients with heart disease fared better than with drugs alone
• Procedure Offers Hope for Peripheral Artery Disease
  It could spare many patients amputation of foot or leg
• Statins Do More Than Lower Cholesterol
  Rat study suggests these drugs also strengthen artery walls
• Scientists Spot New Cholesterol-Lowering Target
  Mice without a key protein cut their "bad" cholesterol in half
• New Test Gives Early Warning of Kidney Failure
  Finding could lead to quicker use of life-saving treatment
• Inflammation Key to Belly Fat 's Unhealthy Effects
  Fat cells produce compounds that boost arterial disease, study finds
• Can Stem Cells Reverse Heart-Attack Damage?
  Therapy might revolutionize treatment of heart patients
• Aspirin as Good as Warfarin for Some Stroke Prevention
  It's easier to use and equally effective against blocked brain arteries
• Artery Cells Can Produce Heart Disease-Linked Protein
  C-reactive protein discovery a new insight into killer illness
• New Surgery Detours Within Clogged Artery Walls
  The procedure can restore blood flow when all else fails, study says
• Vitamin D Can Help Most Dialysis Patients
  Study finds it extends lives regardless of parathyroid activity
• Study Unravels Hysterectomy-Heart Disease Link
  Operation itself does not raise a woman's cardiovascular risk, study finds
• High Blood Pressure: An Elusive Threat
  25 percent of Americans get inadequate therapy for hypertension, experts say
• Veterans Heavier Than Rest of U.S. Population
  Finding spotlights need for obesity prevention at VA health centers
• Higher Elevations Healthier for Hearts
  Study finds lifespan increases with altitude
• Vitamin E Ups Heart Failure Risk
  Study also finds supplement doesn't prevent cancer or heart disease
• Bill Clinton's Surgery Successful
  Doctors remove scar tissue, fluid buildup that resulted from his heart bypass last fall
• Cholesterol Linked to Premature Aging Disorder
  Kids with progeria age quickly and die young from heart disease
• Clot-Blocking Drug Combats Severe Heart Attacks
  Plavix keeps arteries open, improves survival rates, studies find
• Clinton Surgery Called Rare, But Not Risky
  Doctors will remove fluid buildup following his bypass surgery
• Sharply Lower Cholesterol Levels Cut Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
  More study is needed before guidelines should be changed, researchers say
• MRI Safe for Those With Pacemakers, Defibrillators
  The finding applies only to recent models of these implanted devices, however
• Obesity May Encourage Heart Failure
  Heart-cell death rises tenfold in mice bred to be fat
• Blood Sodium Levels Affect Heart Failure Survival
  Doctors should pay closer attention to this key factor, study finds
• Laughter is Ha-Ha-Heart Healthy
  Blood flow increases when folks watch funny movies, study finds
• Implanted Defibrillator Helps Spot Death Risk
  It tracks trouble with daily heart rhythms, study finds
• Diet, Exercise a Real Shortcut to Health
  Study shows big results come within 6 weeks
• Coated Stents Superior Over the Long Term
  Study finds advantages over bare-metal stents after three years
• Gender Gap Closing in Heart Attack Treatment
  More women are getting recommended therapies, study finds
• Aspirin Could Save More Women's Hearts
  Less than half of those who might benefit take the cheap, effective drug, study finds
• Eating Well Staves Off Disability
  Dairy, fruits and vegetables can help you function better as you age, study finds
• Some Hospital Transfers in Heart Cases Potentially Harmful
  Long delays to surgery may warrant new treatment strategies, experts say
• 3 Risky Diabetes Drugs May Be Safe for Heart Patients
  Study finds drugs that FDA says should not be given actually may help diabetics.
• Put Your Heart on That To-Do List
  Women must keep a healthy lifestyle to avoid cardiovascular disease, experts advise
• Rheumatoid Arthritis Attacks the Heart
  Study confirms it doubled the risk of heart failure in patients
• Stopping Aspirin Therapy Boosts Stroke Dangers
  For stroke survivors, quitting aspirin triples risk
• New Tool Gauges Heart Failure Death Risk
  Simple test identifies patients in greatest danger
• Heart Threats May Lead to Nerve Damage in Diabetics
  High blood pressure, cholesterol, obesity increase risk of neuropathy, study says
• Tailored Drug Protects Heart Attack Patients
  Variation of anti-clotting agent heparin improves survival rates, study finds
• Gene Mutation Linked to Heart Failure and Arrhythmia
  Discovery may lead to earlier diagnosis and improved treatments in some cases
• Poor Physical Performance Linked to Heart Risk
  Rats bred to have low exercise capacity have more risk factors
• New Guidelines Simplify Care for Acute Coronary Syndrome
  Alphabetized rules based on results of recent clinical trials
• Implanted Defibrillator Research Convinces Medicare to Expand Its Use
  Study finds 23 percent lower death rate
• Experimental Stent Could Revolutionize Treatment of Artery Disease
  It's absorbed by the body, but vessels stay open, researchers report
• Experts Fail to Perform CPR Correctly
  Medical personnel often don't follow recommended technique, studies show
• High Blood Pressure: The New Childhood Scourge
  Overweight kids face risk of heart disease as adults
• Drug-Coated Stents Best If Artery Closes Again
  Angioplasty less successful in treating such blockages, study finds
• C-Reactive Protein a Red Flag for Heart Trouble
  It's as important as elevated cholesterol levels, studies find
• Diet Fare Matters Less Than Diet Devotion
  No popular weight-loss plan stands out, but perseverance is key, study finds
• Aspirin Use Lags Among Diabetic Women
  Study: They're not using therapy to prevent heart disease
• Dual-Chamber Pacemakers Better for Heart Patients
  They cost more, but reduce hospitalizations and disability, study finds
• Teen Obesity Is a Ticking Time Bomb
  Excess weight leads to serious adult health problems, such as diabetes, heart disease
• Some Wireless Devices Safe Near Pacemakers
  Personal digital assistants didn't interfere with pacemakers, defibrillators
• More Kids at Risk for Future Heart Trouble
  Experts warn many already showing signs
• Internal Clock Affects Heart Rhythm Patterns
  Finding could lead to better understanding of heart disease
• Fine-Tune Your Intake of Fatty Acids
  Omega-3 and omega-6 acids are vital to a healthy diet
• Drug-Eluting Stents Work for Restenosis
  Effective treatment for repeat in-stent narrowing
• Chocolate: A Boon for the Libido and the Heart
  Research suggests it packs some surprising health benefits
• Embryonic Stem Cells Keep Heart Beating
  They acted like pacemaker in animal trials
• Home Blood Pressure Monitors Are Valuable Tools
  They may better reflect daily hypertension readings, heart experts say
• U.S. Halts Use of Celebrex in Cancer Trial
  Will review heart safety of all cox-2 inhibitors
• Pacemakers Can Avert Fatal Attack in Some Epilepsy Patients
  Study found slowed or stopped heartbeats during seizures
• More Evidence of Inflammation's Role in Heart Disease
  Even infection can have inflammatory effect on blood vessels, research finds
• A Puzzling Blood Pressure Drug Finding
  Supposed danger of calcium channel blockers requires further study, experts say
• Fingertip Test Catches Early Signs of Heart Disease
  Check of smallest vessels a clue to condition of coronary arteries
• Obese Kids Prone to Enlarged Hearts as Adults
  Added weight puts strain on developing heart muscle, study finds
• Diabetics Suffering Less From Heart Disease
  Study finds big declines, but improvements needed
• New Weapon Against Arrhythmias
  Implantable cardioverter defibrillators benefit both men and women
• Two-Pronged Cholesterol Approach Works
  Lifting 'good' lipids, lowering 'bad' cuts cardiovascular events
• Binge Drinking Raises Death Risk After Heart Attack
  Study finds odds doubled for those who did so in previous year
• Even Placebo Pills Can Help Heart-Failure Patients
  Survival rates were higher if pill regimen was followed, study finds
• Obesity Drug Shows Great Promise
  Trial participants had sustained weight loss of almost 20 pounds over two years
• Foods Rich in Alpha-Linolenic Acid May Protect the Heart
  The substance appeared to reduce the risk of death in women, study finds
• Drug Combo Cuts Heart Disease Death Rate in Blacks
  But researchers believe the therapy would benefit all races
• Knowing Why Grandpa Died May Save You
  Government urges Americans to know their family medical history
• Pollution May Hasten Hardening of Arteries
  Long-term exposure tied to early development of condition
• Excess Weight Hurts Even Seemingly Healthy Heart
  It limits the muscle's ability to expand and contract, study finds
• Heart Doctor Is Next Cereal Box Celebrity
  New York cardiologist preaches heart-healthy lifestyle
• Blood Vessel Function May Point to Heart Problems
  Root of those problems can be traced to childhood ills such as obesity
• New Stents Tied to Rare Heart Attack Risk
  It may increase if anti-clotting therapy stops
• New Surgery for Atrial Fibrillation Shows Promise
  Minimally invasive technique takes half the time of traditional surgery, works as well
• New 'Superaspirin' Prevents Colon Cancer in Mice
  And it works without causing gastrointestinal bleeding, study finds
• Phone-in Care Doesn't Help Heart Failure Patients
  Monitoring by nurses didn't improve re-hospitalization rates, study found
• Blood Pressure Drug Helps Fight Heart Failure
  It cuts death and hospitalization rates, study says
• Binge Drinking May Be Bad for the Blood
  Alcohol causes platelets to stick, but red wine does not, study finds
• Parents Affect Kids' Heart Disease Risk
  Maternal smoking, lack of exercise just two of the factors
• Alcohol Could Hike Risk of Irregular Heartbeat
  Moderate to heavy male drinkers faced 25% to 46% greater risk of atrial fibrillation
• Schools Must Help in Fight Against Obesity
  Physical activity and good nutrition should be stressed, heart experts say
• Stem Cell Molecules Repair Genetic Damage
  They sent signals that fixed damaged heart cells in mice, study says
• Caution Urged on Transfusions in Some Heart Patients
  Finding of higher death rate among those with anemia, study suggests
• Sibling Heart Attack a Sign You're at Risk, Too
  Aggressive steps should be taken to lower that risk, study finds
• Treadmill Test Predicts Heart Risk in Men
  But some experts question its worth
• Statins Expand Their Role in Protecting the Heart
  They're now recommended for some people without obvious cholesterol problems
• Nondiabetics Should Watch Blood Sugar, Too
  Study finds high levels a heart risk for them, also
• Blood Protein Gives Early Warning for Heart Disease
  More evidence that C-reactive protein is linked to artery damage
• Child Abuse Leads to Adult Heart Disease
  It adversely affects the body and mind, study finds
• Aggressive Therapy After Heart Attack Backed
  Drugs, quick angioplasty deemed safe and effective
• Exercise Can Keep Heart Failure in Check
  It keeps the muscle from growing stiff, research finds
• Heart Drugs May Also Strengthen Bone
  Beta blockers associated with lower fracture risk
• New Guidelines Issued for Avoiding Air Travel Clots
  They include stretching exercises and drinking liquids, but not alcohol or caffeine
• Upping the Ante to Lower Cholesterol
  New national goals seek to cut risk of heart attack and stroke
• Drug Reduces Cardiac Arrest by 21 Percent
  It's of real value to those at high risk of heart attack or stroke, study finds
• Common Antibiotic Tied to Rare, Fatal Heart Effect
  Erythromycin combined with some drugs can raise risk, study finds
• Health Claims OK'd for Foods with Fatty Acids
  FDA says fish, supplements with omega-3 cuts heart disease
• Clinton's Bypass Surgery 'Successful'
  Former president in recovery, doctors' news conference later today
• Implanted Defibrillators Cut Down on Cardiac Arrest
  Study finds benefits of implantation over 17-year period
• Ignoring Heart Attack, Stroke Risks Costs Billions
  Untreated smoking, hypertension, cholesterol has fiscal toll
• Older Americans Aren't Being Treated for High Blood Pressure
  A systolic reading of 160 or higher is dangerous, study says
• Rehab Improves Survival After Heart Attack
  Study finds participation raises chances by 50%
• Angina Drug Safe for Long-Term Use
  Study finds lower heart-failure rates with nifedipine
• Enzyme Halts Runaway Inflammation
  Could be model for drugs that fight wide range of illnesses
• Imaging Technique May Give Heart Attack Early Warning
  It could highlight dangerous plaque deposits in arteries
• Statin Drugs Help Clear Clogged Arteries
  They cut plaque buildup in arteries of hospitalized patients
• High Blood Pressure Up 30% in U.S.
  65 million adults have it, government report says
• An Aspirin a Day -- Good Medicine For Many
  It can help heart patients but may pose risks for others
• Stress Test Can Miss Heart Disease
  56% of those who passed then flunked scan for hardening of arteries
• Heart Pump Lengthens Lives
  Helps congestive heart failure patients live longer
• Device Helps Bystanders Restart Failing Hearts
  Minimal training and defibrillators could save thousands
• Diuretic Not Suited for Everyone With Heart Failure
  Those on spironolactone and ACE inhibitors need monitoring, researchers caution
• Aggressive Treatment Saves Lives of Older Heart Patients
  Procedures such as angioplasty and stenting aren't too taxing, study finds
• Antioxidant Supplements Don't Prevent Heart Disease
  Study finds nutrients in diet protect better
• MRIs, Heart Implants Can Coexist Safely
  Study still urges caution for those with pacemakers, defibrillators
• Many Heart Patients Fail to Get Needed Drugs
  One-third of those with heart failure aren't prescribed ACE inhibitors
• Statins: The Next Miracle Drugs?
  Besides cutting cholesterol, they may fight breast cancer, even arthritis
• Ankle Readings Foretell Walking Problems
  Pressure gauge predicts blocked arteries without symptoms
• No Drop in Incidence of Heart Failure
  But survival has inched up over 20 years, study finds
• Statin Drug Helps Kids Who Inherit High Cholesterol
  It reduces arterial wall thickness and blood fat levels
• Beta Blockers Safe for Heart-Failure Patients
  Benefits outweigh possible side effects
• Sleep Apnea Tied to Abnormal Heartbeat
  Screening for nighttime disorder urged in atrial fibrillation patients
• Depression Spells Heart Trouble for Older Women
  It increases risk of death by heart attack by 50 percent
• Newer Drug Helps Prevent Heart Attack
  Valsartan benefits older people at high risk for heart attack and stroke: study
• Exercise Doesn't Help Some With Heart Woes
  Those already on cholesterol-lowering medications get no relief, study finds
• Cholesterol Drugs May Double as Cancer Fighters
  But researchers say more study is needed before using statins against tumors
• Experts Move to Resuscitate CPR
  Skip the mouth-to-mouth, they say, especially if you're untrained
• Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Are Problems for Many Diabetics
  Doctors need to do a better job of outlining the risks
• Clue to High Heart Attack Risk in Morning Found
  Reduced blood vessel flexibility may explain vulnerability
• Americans Not Getting Lifesaving Screenings Often Enough
  Confusion, procrastination play a part in delays, survey finds
• What Every Diabetic Should Know About Heart Disease
  It's the leading killer of people with the blood sugar disease
• Good News for Chocolate Lovers
  Studies find it helps heart and arteries, but caffeine doesn't get same blessing
• Possible Causes of Sudden Cardiac Death Found
  Arrythmia, artery problems strike people in prime of life
• Implanted Heart Devices Save Lives
  They reduce death rates, hospitalizations for cardiac failure patients
• Healthy Lifestyle Lowers Blood Pressure
  Diet, regular workouts are best long-term strategy
• A New Look to Heart Failure Treatment
  Cardiologists reshape the heart to boost its strength
• Breast-Feeding May Protect Against Heart Disease
  Study finds lower cholesterol levels in teens who were breastfed as infants
• Beer May be a Boon to the Heart
  Scientists tap more evidence of alcohol's role in boosting cardiovascular health
• High Blood Pressure Can Kill Without Warning
  That's why doctors urge routine screenings
• Can Viagra Cure Impotence?
  This and other findings highlight new research on erectile dysfunction
• Walnuts May Protect the Heart
  They lower cholesterol and improve artery function, study suggests
• Gene Mutation May Up Your Risk of Heart Attack
  Finding could lead to new medications to protect the heart
• Delivering Heart Drugs From the Inside
  New stent with biodegradable coating could advance cardiovascular treatment
• Some Heart Drugs Aren't Properly Prescribed
  Statins and diuretics underused, two studies found
• Study Backs Bypass Operations Without Pumps
  They're as effective as surgeries that use heart-lung machines
• Help Yourself to Heart Health
  A new quiz offers customized information for those with questions
• Heart Condition Doesn't Boost Risk of Second Stroke
  Opening between organ's two upper chambers not a risk factor
• MRIs Can Detect Blocked Arteries
  May replace invasive angiograms to diagnose problems
• Hardening of Arteries Takes Emotional Toll
  Atherosclerosis linked to depression, study finds
• Diet, Exercise Can Cut Heart Risk in Heavy Kids
  An aggressive regimen reverses artery damage
• Less Breathing Is More in CPR
  Overventilation can hurt survival, study indicates
• Study: Inflammation No Solid Gauge of Heart Disease
  Finds traditional risk factors are better than C-reactive protein
• Women Urged to Take Heart Disease Seriously
  New guidelines designed to protect against this No. 1 killer
• Surgery Cuts Death Risk for Those With Rare Heart Disorder
  Cutting part of nerves to heart helps young people with long QT syndrome
• Walnuts a Smart Choice for Heart
  They protect against coronary artery disease, study suggests
• Heart Disease: A Diabetic's Biggest Health Threat
  Yet too few people with the disease are aware of the risk, experts say
• Mental Stress Hard on the Heart
  It can trigger irregular heartbeats faster than physical exertion
• Heart Attack Therapy Prevents Long-Term Damage
  Animal study finds novel method prevents dangerous leakage
• Heart Patients Undertreated in ER, Despite New Tests
  Many docs ignore most accurate blood test after heart attack, study finds
• Study Challenges Cholesterol Recommendations
  Finds intensive statin therapy saves heart patients
• Post-Traumatic Stress Boosts Heart Attack Risk
  New study finds a link in Vietnam veterans
• Fortified Grain Products May Cut Stroke Deaths
  The key is folic acid, a new study says
• Sterol-Packed O.J. a Cholesterol Buster
  But it won't work for those with high levels of the blood substance
• Healthy Heart Habits May Keep 'Mini Strokes' at Bay
  Proper diet and exercise might keep you sharper as you age
• The Gender Differences of Heart Disease
  Fatigue, shortness of breath can presage a heart attack in women
• New Molecular Marker for Heart Disease Found
  Protein linked to inflammation points to cardiovascular trouble
• Discovering How a Cholesterol Drug Works
  Company researchers uncover the mystery after the fact
• Heart Tests Not for Everyone
  Panel says low-risk people without symptoms don't need them
• Your Heart's Health Is in Your Hands
  Wise lifestyle choices can stop cardiovascular disease before it starts
• How Old is Too Old for Bypass Surgery?
  The operation can be a boon for some elderly heart patients
• Some Hospital Stays Too Long
  European hospitals hold heart attack patients longer than necessary
• New Heart Risk Marker Found
  Blood test for protein helps treatment, predicts problems
• Depression Linked to Heart Disease in Older Women
  It raises risk of cardiovascular problems by 50 percent
• Scientists Create Mice That Produce Heart-Healthy Compounds
  Finding could lead to farm animals that yield the omega-3 fatty acids
• New Guidelines Show Women How to Avoid Heart Disease
  Diet, exercise, screenings are key to thwarting this killer
• Vitamin Therapy Won't Stop Second Stroke
  Lowering levels of amino acid in blood doesn't change outcome
• Heart Disease Marker Now Tied to Colon Cancer
  C-reactive protein links tumors, simmering irritation
• Exercise Helps Heart Failure Patients
  Following a supervised program improves their chances of survival
• New Ways to Catch Heart Defect
  Studies outline better methods to detect and treat dangerous condition
• Strict Blood Sugar Control Key for Diabetic Heart Patients
  It leads to better results after angioplasty and stenting
• Stopping Heart Disease in Its Tracks
  Eat right and exercise regularly, doctors advise
• Not a Lean Year for Health News
  Nation's obesity epidemic raged on while SARS scared the world in 2003
• Heart Disease Remains Top Killer in U.S.
  Group also marks milestones for 2003
• Drug-Coated Stents Safe, Effective in Real World
  Study finds they work in a broader patient group
• 'Economy-Class Syndrome' Not a Myth: Study
  Finds 1% risk of deadly clots even in business travelers
• Studies: Inflammation a Bad Actor for Heart
  Find severe, early artery blockage in lupus patients
• New Risk for Heart Disease Found
  Overweight people with smaller-sized apolipoprotein more likely to have heart disease
• New Clue to Sudden Coronary Death
  Tiny hemorrhage can cause plaque rupture
• Company Defends New Drug-Coated Stent's Safety Record
  Clotting risk no greater than with bare metal stents
• Discovery of 'Heart Attack Gene' Offers Treatment Options
  But they still include some standbys like diet and a healthy weight
• When the Hearts of Young Athletes Fail
  Study assesses risk of sudden cardiac death in competitive athletes
• Heart Attacks: Cold Plays A Role
  Take care as the days grower shorter, brisker
• Finding Best Treatment for Heart Failure
  International study tries to find which therapies will work best
• Nitric Oxide a Player in Heart Health
  Study shows link between it and robust arteries
• The Future of Heart Health
  Stem cell transplantation, accessible defibrillators among innovative research
• Holiday Cooking That's Good for Your Heart
  Cookbook features recipes that are festive without being fattening
• Researchers Probe Possible New Therapy for Hypertension
  It would boost, not slow, activity of calcium channels
• Bury the Butts for Great American Smokeout
  Smokers urged to stay away from cigarettes on Nov. 20
• New Drug Cuts Risk of Second Stroke, Heart Attack
  Study finds anti-clotting medicine should be used for year after first attack
• Healing Your Own Heart Valves
  Those engineered from a patient's tissue can repair damage
• Walk Away From Heart Disease
  Brisk but comfortable pace helps your cardiovascular health
• A Boost for the Heart
  Electrical device helps heart failure patients
• Simple Ways to Spot Heart Disease in Women
  They could detect and help prevent heart disease in women
• Defibrillators Save Lives in Health Clubs
  The devices protect against sudden cardiac arrest
• Impotence Linked to Heart Attack Risk
  It increases the chances of heart trouble threefold
• Stents Do the Trick for Heart Patients
  They're a cost-effective way to open arteries, study finds
• Aspirin Alone Not Always Enough to Clobber Clots
  Therapy may not be strong enough to prevent blood problem in some heart patients
• Kids on Fast Track to Heart Disease
  One in eight schoolchildren has at least three risk factors
• Many Heart Failure Patients Don't Get What They Need
  Appropriate therapies, counseling vary from hospital to hospital
• Ozone in Arteries Could be Danger Signal
  Might serve as early warning of heart attack, study finds
• Heart Disease Markers Have Wider Value
  Predicted heart attacks even in those who didn't have heart surgery
• Top Number in Blood Pressure Tells All
  Study finds it's a better predictor of heart disease
• Heart Disease Starts in Childhood
  Risk factors found in kids can predict problems in adulthood
• Unique Symptoms May Signal Heart Trouble in Women
  They include fatigue, shortness of breath, trouble sleeping
• FDA Issues Warning on New Heart Stent
  Device linked to 60 deaths, but agency says it's safe to use
• Halting Aspirin Therapy May Harm Heart Patients
  Study finds high risk of serious cardiac problems
• Kidney Disease Increases Chance of Heart Disease
  Heart Association warns that first condition puts people at high risk for second
• Know Your ApoB Levels?
  Study finds marker predicts heart trouble better than cholesterol levels
• Cholesterol Drugs Offer Hope Against Rheumatoid Arthritis
  They reduced inflammation as well as risk factors for heart disease
• Monitoring Against Heart Failure
  Daily tracking system reduces death rate for those with disease
• Catching Heart Trouble During Your Workout
  Measuring oxygen pumping during exercise could help detect problems
• Heart Patients Often Lose Heart to Exercise
  Even close call isn't motivation enough for everyone, study finds
• Hispanic Heart Patients Better Off
  VA study finds they have better survival rates than whites or blacks
• Stem Cell Therapy Helps Heal Damaged Heart
  Healthy tissue created after heart attack
• Peanut Butter Good for Your Heart
  Study finds peanut butter has as much Vitamin E as raw nuts
• Who Should Get Implantable Defibrillators?
  Cardiac imaging pinpoints patients who'll benefit most from heart shocker device
• CPR Helps Quality of Life, Too
  Study on bystander assistance refutes notion that patient ends up a wreck
• Why Aging Hearts Slow Down
  Study finds protein linked to pumping decline
• Anemia Drug May Reduce Heart Attack Damage
  EPO protects heart cells from dying, study finds
• Protein Key to Heart Failure
  Disrupting it cuts down on loss of heart function in mice
• External Defibrillators a Sound Investment
  Placing them in certain public places is worth the money
• Tooth Loss Damages Diet
  Can lead to less healthy eating habits, study finds
• Exercise Testing Warns Women of Heart Trouble
  Poor performance more than triples death risk
• Angioplasty and Stenting Carry Small Stroke Risks
  Cardiac procedures may dislodge particles that travel to brain, study says
• Stronger Warning Signs for Lurking Aneurysms
  Study says age, gender and size more critical than hypertension as predictors
• Happy Marriage Strengthens a Woman's Heart
  Good union reduces heart disease risk factors, study finds
• Lowering Cholesterol: One Man's Story
  An improved diet and plenty of time on the bike does the trick
• Stroke Patients Run Risk of Hidden Heart Disease
  Researchers say they need to be checked even if they show no symptoms
• High Cholesterol at 40 Signals Heart Trouble Later
  Your lifetime heart disease risk grows, new study finds
• More Signs That Red Wine May Cut Cholesterol
  Beneficial compounds, called saponins, found in grape skins
• A Closer Look at Lipids
  Study aims to detail their role in major illnesses
• Heart Attack Warnings
  Study says 'hot pepper' nerve receptors on heart may trigger pain and signal trouble
• New Hope for People With Heart Failure
  Drug may help reduce risk of death and illness in those with chronic disease
• Drug/Aspirin Combo Packs Powerful Punch After Heart Attack
  The two may reduce death risk and coronary problems, study finds
• Toast Red Wine for a Ripe Old Age?
  Not so fast, some experts say
• Cardiac Scan Predicts Heart Attack Risk
  But expert wonders whether it's any better than a skilled doctor
• Getting to the Heart of the Matter
  Heart scans may offer better measure of effectiveness of cholesterol-lowering drugs
• Why Bypass Patients Return to the Hospital
  Infections are leading cause of readmissions
• Hormone Therapy Doesn't Prevent Heart Disease
  Yet short-term use offers some benefits to menopausal women
• When Working Out Hurts Your Heart
  Some have version of gene that leads to heart enlargement, study says
• Post-Heart Attack Care: The Quicker the Better
  Timing of bypass or angioplasty makes a difference
• New Guidelines for Echocardiography
  Latest research incorporated into new recommendations
• Atrial Fibrillation Cases Filling Hospital Beds
  Hospitalizations for heartbeat woes nearly tripled between 1985 and 1999, report says.
• For Antioxidants, Go Straight to the Source
  Eating foods high in these molecules better than popping pills, study finds
• Some Teens Face Heart Trouble Down the Road
  Study finds those who had high blood pressure developed artery problems later
• Help for Atrial Fibrillation
  Technique stops cardiac arrhythmia before it starts
• Vitamin C Cuts Heart Disease Risk in Women
  Researchers say finding is promising, but more study is needed
• A Test to Predict Diabetes Risk
  Metabolic syndrome also warns of heart disease, study finds
• Heart Disease Not Always Death Sentence
  It's reversible in young female athletes, study finds
• Mixed News on High Blood Pressure
  Researchers find incidence is up, but more people have it under control
• Depression Makes Heart Patients Feel Worse
  It's a better predictor of quality of life than severity of disease, study finds
• Researchers Discover Heart Defect Gene Mutation
  Discovery could eventually lead to better prevention or treatment
• A Better Beta Blocker For Heart Failure
  More lives were saved by newer drug, major European study finds
• New Proteins Could Aid Cancer, Heart Treatments
  Scientists discover new class of proteins that spur blood vessel development
• Heart Defibrillators for Kids Deemed Safe
  American Heart Association backs their use in emergencies
• Mixed Meds: A Dangerous Prescription for Heart Patients
  Too many get diabetes drugs that can harm them
• Like the Rest of Us, Doctors Need to Get Moving
  Physicians urged to prescribe more exercise -- for patients and themselves
• CPR May Work in Prone Position
  Small study finds better blood flow
• A Super Pill to Thwart Heart Attacks and Stroke?
  Researchers contend it can be created
• Study: Cholesterol Test at 50 Most Efficient Heart Tracker
  But expert says it's pound-foolish to ignore younger adults
• Defibrillators in Schools: Lifesaving Lessons
  Advocates say portable devices save victims of sudden cardiac arrest
• Heart Defibrillators Do More Than Save Lives
  Many treated with the devices resume normal routines
• Scanning for Heart Disease
  Combination imaging offers good evaluation of coronary damage
• An Early Predictor of Heart Disease
  Increased risk seen for women who have hypertension, diabetes during pregnancy
• Statins Slash Heart Disease Risk for Diabetics
  Cholesterol-cutting drugs reduce dangers even in those with "normal" cholesterol
• Antioxidant Supplements Don't Protect the Heart
  Vitamin E and beta carotene fail to fight cardiovascular disease, study finds
• Vessel Condition Raises Stroke Risk
  Researchers say finding won't lead to immediate changes
• Bypass Surgery Best on a Beating Heart
  'Off-pump' procedure prevents blood clots, study says
• Statins, Lifestyle Changes Cut Artery Plaque
  Therapy would benefit those prone to heart disease
• Airport Metal Detectors Don't Harm Heart Devices
  Study finds pacemakers or implanted defibrillators unaffected by screenings
• The Socioeconomics of Heart Disease
  Low-income heart patients suffer worse outcomes, national study finds
• Young Cancer Survivors Face Heart Threat
  Cardiovascular disease lurks after chemo or radiation, study finds
• Commitment to Heart Health Must Start in Childhood
  Heart association offers tips to help kids avert later problems
• Angry Children Hurt Their Heart Health
  Hostility in kids can lead to cardiovascular disease, study finds
• VA Health Care Improving, Study Says
  But concentrating services means fewer angiographies
• Surgery Beats Drugs for Fixing Blood Flow to Heart
  Study finds it reduces risk of cardiac death more than medication alone
• 2 Pacemakers Better for Some Heart Patients
  Twin therapies improve quality of life, study finds
• Apnea Tied to Atrial Fibrillation
  Correcting problem can prevent dangerously irregular rhythm
• Molecule Battles Heart Disease
  Once thought a contributor to cardiovascular disease
• Too Much Booze Damages Key Hormones
  Could lead to health problems even after chronic drinkers stop drinking, study finds
• Vets Can Have 'Virtual' Visit With Doctor
  Now VA patients can send implantable defibrillator information via phone
• Genetics Play Part in Hardening of Arteries
  Common gene variant increases risk of cardiovascular disease
• North Americans Better at Controlling High Blood Pressure
  More Europeans have condition, new study shows
• Tips to Touch Mom's Heart
  A bouquet of advice for mom on how to reduce her cardiovascular disease risk
• People Don't Get the Picture on Heart Risk
  Showing a common image alone doesn't change behavior
• Erectile Dysfunction Linked to Heart Disease
  Study found presence of first could point to presence of second
• Relative's Stroke Can Be a Warning
  British study finds family history doubles your own risk
• Blood Treatment Targets Heart Disease
  Experimental theory to be tested in large-scale study
• Working Out to Stop Heart Failure
  Study to examine effects of exercise on heart failure
• Part of Genetic Tie to Heart Disease Explained
  Disease risk lower in people with gene variation in immune system cells
• Cancer Drug Improves Stent Outcomes
  Taxol keeps narrowed vessels open after angioplasty, study finds
• Caffeine and Ephedra Before Workout Tax Heart
  Combination increases cardiovascular strain, study finds
• Hard Workouts Are Heart Healthy
  But experts add that any exercise is good for you
• Concord Grape Juice Stamps Out Hypertension
  Men who drank 12 ounces a day lowered their blood pressure
• Drug Combo Clobbers Heart Disease Risk
  Two lipid-lowering meds are better than one, study finds
• Protein Inhibits Atherosclerosis
  Discovery could lead to treatments for this potential killer
• Catheters Put Some Heart Patients at Risk of Stroke
  Those with aortic-valve stenosis fared better with non-invasive techniques
• Moderate Drinking May be a Heart-Smart Choice...
  ... But alcohol is but one piece of a healthy lifestyle
• Godfathers of the Cocktail Hour
  California researchers were first to document health benefits of alcohol
• Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs Don't Do it All
  These heart meds don't offer much protection against stroke, study finds
• A Warning on Stopping Blood Thinners Before Surgery
  Discontinuing their use can lead to stroke in some cases, new research says
• Smoking Ban Eased Town's Hearts
  During six months of ban, heart attack rate dropped 60% at hospital in Helena, Mont.
• Heart Disease Costs the Most
  Study ranks it as most expensive medical condition
• Statins Help Heart Patients With Inflamed Vessels
  Taken before artery procedures, they reduce deaths, heart attacks
• Deciphering Viagra's Heart Benefit
  Study finds how impotence drug helps protect the heart
• Test Reveals Early Evidence of Heart Disease in Diabetics
  It can detect calcium deposits in arteries
• Aspirin Resistance Increases Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
  Problems seen in those in whom aspirin doesn't block key chemical
• New Test Warns of Heart Attack
  It detects high levels of clotting protein called CD40 ligand
• Americans Living Longer
  Experts cite better treatments for heart disease
• Women Should Cut Heart Disease Risks Before Menopause
  The longer they wait, the greater the threat
• MRIs May Be Alternative to Stress Tests
  Doctors can detect disease in those with difficulty exercising
• Beating Odds of Heart Disease, Stroke in Diabetics
  Major study to test best ways to lower risk
• Tests Can Tie Fainting to Faint of Heart
  Doctors try to get a better handle on swooning
• Gene Therapy Problem Pinpointed
  Older cells may be more resistant to viruses carrying help for heart failure
• Heart Disease: A Woman's Biggest Health Threat
  It kills more American women than men
• Promising Gains in the Fight Against Heart Disease
  Gene therapy, internal defibrillators head the list
• Is There a Stronger Heart Risk Than Cholesterol?
  Study argues that apolipoproteins are better marker
• Homocysteine Hikes Stroke Risk
  High levels of amino acid in those with heart disease carries additional danger
• A Little Exercise Can Go a Long Way
  As long as you feel the strain, your heart gains, new research says
• Too Many Kids Can Take Years Off Your Life
  Parents who have more than two children face greater risk of heart disease
• Blood-Thinning Drug Cuts Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
  Clopidrogrel, when coupled with aspirin, can prevent subsequent heart problems
• The Perfect Couple on Valentine's Day
  New research shows chocolate and your heart make a good pair when it comes to health
• Device Halves Heart Patient Deaths
  Pacemaker-like therapy helps heart beat more normally
• Cold Weather, Cold Hearts
  Winter chills can be dangerous for people with heart disease
• New Link to DiGeorge Syndrome
  Gene that helps form baby's blood vessels is key player in birth defect disease
• A Better Way To Measure Heart Damage
  Cardiac MRI catches tiny areas of cell death, predicts future trouble
• Doctors Urged to Check for Key Heart Marker
  But C-reactive protein not yet a risk factor
• Blockage Can Be Death Knell in Heart Condition
  Obstruction is damaging in cardiomyopathy, the most common genetic heart disease
• Women Not Getting Heart Help They Need
  Study finds many with cardiovascular disease don't get preventive drugs
• Enzyme Exacerbates Heart Disease
  It triggers hardening of arteries, study says
• Anti-Inflammatory Aids Heart Patients
  Celebrex improved three factors linked to cardiovascular disease
• Viagra May Be Linked to Clotting
  Study finds impotence drug causes platelet clumping
• Genetic Mutation Linked to Atrial Fibrillation
  Discovery may lead to new treatments for this heart disorder
• Heart-Filling Problem Prevalent and Deadly
  Study finds 1 in 4 has it, and death risk is eightfold
• Ex-Football Great Stars in Safe Heart Campaign
  Calvin Hill spreads word about dangers of heart failure
• Setbacks, Advances and Ghosts From the Past Marked 2002
  HRT treatments stopped, malaria gene mapped, and smallpox fear returned
• Eating Fish a Good Way to Prevent Stroke
  One meal a month reduces a man's risk more than 40 percent
• Statins Work, If You Take Them
  New study suggests clinical trials may overstate real-world results
• Doctors Chided for Neglecting Heart Risk
  Readily available tools ignored, heart association president says
• Heart Disease Knows No Gender
  Though many women don't know it, it's their biggest health threat
• The Best Way to Manage an Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  Controlling the heart rate works for many patients
• Bypass Bests Angioplasty for Some With Blocked Artery
  Heart attack, stroke less likely in bypass group, study finds
• A Better Test for Heart Attacks
  Perfusion imaging prevents unnecessary hospitalizations
• Veggies, Nuts and Grains Can Beat Heart Disease
  Combination diet reduces bad cholesterol, study finds
• Alarming News for Black Men's Heart Health
  Those with coronary disease are in worse shape than white men and less capable of exercise
• Anger Tears Your Heart Apart
  Study finds hostility may make you more vulnerable to cardiovascular disease
• Heart Pump as Pricey as Transplant
  Researchers find costs for both are similar
• Marrow Transplant Grows New Vessels in Legs
  Prevents limb amputation in those with circulatory problems
• A Fish a Day Keeps Heart Woes at Bay
  Heart association revises its omega-3 fatty acids guidelines
• Emergency Angioplasty Alone Works
  Study finds procedure effective without surgical backup
• Medical Errors May Cause Significant Number of Heart Attacks
  American Heart Association calls for procedure changes
• New Blood Test Predicts Survival for Heart Patients
  It detects elevated levels of hormone called N-BNP
• More Living With Heart Failure
  Survival up, incidence down for women, since 1950
• Another Way Your Heart Can Give Out on You
  Study looks at impact of newly recognized form of congestive heart failure
• Magnesium No Way to Treat a Heart Attack
  Newer drugs and treatments far more effective
• Aggressive Treatment Best for Some Heart Problems
  Invasive approach costly but worth it
• Waist Circumference Helps Predict Cardiovascular Risk
  It may be better gauge than overall weight, study says
• Heart Attack Predictions Need Update: Study
  Existing calculations on risk leave out important facts, researchers say
• Keep Track of Your Heart Health
  Online tool helps you assess, manage risk for high blood pressure and cholesterol
• Pill Prevents Rabbit Stents from Re-Blocking
  Scientists hope trial drug does the same in humans with cardiovascular disease
• Surgery Beats Balloon for Heart Disease
  Surgery patients less likely to die or need repeat procedures, research finds
• Clearing the Path to a Healthier Heart
  Device prevents traveling blood clots
• Blood Thinner Prevents Second Heart Attack
  Warfarin works better than aspirin alone, but with complications
• Hormone May Signal Heart Trouble in Teens
  Adolescents with high levels of leptin show early signs of cardiovascular disease
• Legs for Life Starts Its Run
  Free screening offered for dangerous narrowing of leg arteries
• On the Trail of a Killer
  Volunteers needed for heart defect study
• Proteins Unlock Secrets of Heart
  Scientists find ones that control size and function
• Vitamin E Won't Slow Hardening of Arteries
  Antioxidant's role in heart health questioned
• Women Not Heeding Warnings About Heart Disease
  "Simple Solutions" protect women against cardiovascular trouble
• Predicting the Path of Acute Coronary Syndrome
  Eight-point model predicts risk of death
• For a Healthy Heart, Get an Early Start
  By focusing on children now, doctors hope to reduce heart disease in adults later
• Gene Therapy Creates Natural Pacemaker
  Scientists restore normal heartbeat in guinea pigs
• It's Not All Downhill After Heart Bypass
  Study finds no loss of mental function after surgery
• Stroke Vaccine Passes Early Test
  Animal study shows promising results
• Chronic Infections Raise Heart Risk in Smokers
  Increase odds of getting hardening of arteries
• Some Problem Drinkers More Prone to Heart Trouble
  Scientists discover genetic cause of heart disease in certain alcoholics
• Control Your Life, Help Your Heart
  Study finds even illusion of control can reduce cardiac stress
• Wine Prevents Second Heart Attack
  Study finds men who imbibe can lower risk of cardiovascular trouble down the line
• Lowering Cholesterol Prevents Stroke in Heart Attack Patients
  Drug therapy cuts stroke risk in half
• Another Case Of Wine's Health Benefits
  Study finds red wine drinkers have higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids
• Vitamin Cocktail After Angioplasty Boosts Heart Health
  Vitamins lower homocysteine levels in those getting artery-opening procedure
• Viagra May Protect Your Heart
  Animal study says impotence drug may precondition cardiac muscle against damage
• Heartening News on Vitamin E
  Study of women shows it protects against cardiovascular disease
• Abnormal Heartbeats May Have Genetic Roots
  Variant changes heart muscle control, study finds
• Zoloft May Be Safe to Fight Depression After Heart Attack
  Study finds antidepressant reduced serious side effects by 23 percent
• Peeling Away Stroke Risk
  Bananas can help fill potassium quota, study finds
• Defibrillators and Police: A Life-Saving Combination
  Boosts survival chances of those having sudden cardiac arrest
• Stress Linked to Heart Deaths in Women
  They were 1.64 times more likely to die of a heart attack, Japanese study finds
• Keeping Blood Healthy
  New Web site offers information about clots
• Measuring the Power of Statins
  Scan assesses how well the drugs lower calcium buildup in arteries
• The Tale of Two Heart Drugs
  Study compares drugs used in angioplasty
• Obesity Doubles Risk of Heart Failure
  Being overweight is a factor independent of obesity-related conditions
• Virtual Doctor Visits Are a Virtual Reality
  New technology lets doctors check patients with irregular heartbeats via phone lines
• Gene Therapy Halts Heart Failure in Hamsters
  But no immediate benefit seen to human heart patients
• Heart Deaths Rise in Russia
  Study: Most of world sees decline
• Deciphering a Heart Attack in the ER
  Rules help pick patients for intensive care
• Aspirin-Anticoagulant Combo Improves Heart Attack Survival
  Adding the drug increases blood flow, Dutch study says
• Long Hours, Little Sleep Hard on a Guy's Heart
  Study finds the combo can double the risk of heart attack
• Estrogen Dampens Inflammation, Boosting Heart Health
  Study reveals possible reason why pre-menopausal women have less heart disease
• Aggressive Use of Statins Questioned
  Study says they can harm some heart attack patients
• Sex Discrimination in the Intensive Care Unit
  Fewer women admitted than men when suffering heart attacks
• Antibiotic-Coated Stents Look Promising
  Drug from Easter Island helps prevent re-closing
• Cost of Blood Thinner Deemed Too Steep
  Clopidogrel can prevent heart attacks, but aspirin is cheaper
• Artery-Opening Soon After Heart Attack Helps Survival
  Angioplasty, bypass in days following halves death rate
• The Temperamental Side of High Blood Pressure
  Study finds the causes of hypertension may be emotional as well as physical
• Tea Helps Hearts Heal
  Latest study adds to growing evidence the brew helps hearts recover from attacks
• Clot Crusher
  New tool vacuums blockages in those facing angioplasty
• Guarding Heart Against Herceptin
  Study finds out how powerful breast cancer drug can harm the heart
• A Change of Heart
  Beta blockers may improve results of bypass surgery
• Tomato Research Heating Up
  Study finds cooked tomatoes have more antioxidants than raw
• Bad Heart, Bad Hearing?
  Study finds link between heart disease, inner ear problems
• Food for Thought
  From berries to soy, studies offer some help for what ails you
• Daily Aspirin Reduces Heart Attack Risk
  But not enough people take advantage of drug's benefits