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• A Better Blood Test for Heart Risk?
  Tracking 2 proteins might be more precise than cholesterol readings, experts say
• New Guidelines on Infant Stroke Released
  Experts note symptoms and treatment of these youngest patients differ from adults
• Too Much, Too Little Sleep Linked to Stroke Risk
  Postmenopausal women who slept more than nine hours a night had up to 70% higher risk
• U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Grow
  One-quarter of Americans report being obese, CDC report says
• Many Women Struggle With Uncontrolled Blood Pressure
  But medications and lifestyle changes can head off threats like heart attack and stroke
• For Young Adults, Borderline High Blood Pressure a Threat
  Study says it leads to damaged heart arteries later in life
• Warfarin Safer Than Heparin for Some Strokes
  When clot forms in heart and travels to the brain, heparin more risky, study finds
• Alcohol's Impact on Heart, Stroke Risk Differs by Gender
  Amount that may be beneficial for men is not good for women, study says
• Healthier Lifestyles Would Lengthen American Lives
  Major study suggests slimming down, quitting smoking would boost average life span by 1.3 years
• Sudden Hearing Loss May Portend Stroke
  It could foreshadow trouble by as much as 2 years, Taiwanese study suggests
• 'Silent Strokes' Strike One in 10 Healthy People
  No symptoms, but some loss of brain function occurs, study finds
• Cancer Drug Gleevec Could Fight Stroke
  It might extend the effectiveness of clot-busting tPA, researchers say
• Arterial Calcium Scans Can Predict Death Risk
  But the test's cost may still be prohibitive, experts say
• Subtle Nervous System Problems Signal Stroke Risk
  Italian study found poor reflexes, unstable posture, weakened hands warned of trouble
• Heart Risks Emerging in People With HIV
  The virus, medications, or both might be the culprit, experts say
• Tracking Top Number in Blood Pressure May Be Enough
  For those over 50, high systolic pressure is by far the greater threat, experts say
• Women, Mexican Americans at Higher Risk for Certain Stroke
  Subarachnoid hemorrhage caused by bleeding in space around the brain, study reports
• Older Diabetics' Risk of Cardiac Ischemia Lower Than Thought
  Those 55 to 75 with type 2 disease have same odds for condition, regardless of screening
• Studies Differ on Benefits of Aggressive Blood Sugar Control
  But experts say controlling glucose levels is key for most diabetics
• Sen. Kennedy Up and Walking After Brain Tumor Surgery
  Still faces radiation, chemotherapy treatments for what doctors say is a life-threatening malignant glioma
• Sen. Kennedy's Brain Tumor Surgery Called a 'Success'
  Still faces radiation, chemotherapy treatments for what doctors say is a life-threatening malignant glioma
• Seizures Likely Sign of Brain Injury After Stroke
  Patients face 30% risk of dying within month, study finds
• Antidepressants May Prevent Depression After Stroke
  Problem-solving therapy could also make a difference, study shows
• Know the Warning Signs of Stroke
  Despite symptoms, many Americans fail to seek lifesaving treatment
• Home Blood-Pressure Monitoring Recommended
  It makes better control possible, heart experts say
• Ted Kennedy Released From Hospital
  He returns to Cape Cod home while doctors determine treatment plans for malignant brain tumor
• Oxidized LDL Cholesterol Linked to Metabolic Syndrome
  Condition can lead to heart attack and stroke, researchers note
• Ted Kennedy Has a Brain Tumor
  Doctors find malignant glioma in tests after seizure
• Sleep Disorders Put Stroke, Blood Pressure Patients at Risk
  Treating obstructive apnea could cut chances of early death, studies find
• Sen. Edward Kennedy Hospitalized After Seizure
  His carotid artery was cleared of a partial blockage last fall
• 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
• Stroke Patients at High Risk for Falls
  After hospital, they're twice as likely to be injured, so prevention strategies are key
• Clot-Busting Treatment Improves Bleeding Stroke Outcomes
  Low dose tPA dissolved masses 2 to 3 times faster, dramatically boosting survival
• Heart Disease Starts Early in Life
  And childhood obesity is a key culprit, study says
• Marijuana Use May Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
  Study finds higher levels of protein that increases levels of damaging blood fats in users
• Beta Blockers Raise Stroke, Death Risk After Surgery
  Experts note doses of the blood-pressure drugs given in the study were probably too high
• Air Pollution Linked to Blood Clots in Legs
  Study suggests dirty air may be even more dangerous than previously thought
• Noise in Artery Could Warn of Heart Risk
  Carotid bruits linked to increased odds of heart attack, death, study finds
• Stroke Survivors Walk Better With Human Help
  Rehab with therapist had more benefit than those using robotic devices, study finds
• 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
• Simple Steps Lead to Better Blood Pressure Control
  Veterans' facility reports improvement in patients within 18 weeks
• Hypertension Takes Huge Toll in Developing Countries
  Eighty percent of high blood pressure-related deaths occur in poorer nations, study shows
• HRT Increases Stroke Risk
  Timing of hormone therapy did not matter, study finds
• Higher Wealth Linked to Lower Risk of Early Stroke
  Money makes less of a difference after 65, study finds
• Gene Variant Boosts Risk for Stress-Related Ischemia
  Patients 3 times more likely to suffer dangerous spike in blood flow to heart, study finds
• New Drug-Coated Stent Does Well in Early Trial
  But doctors want more data, and device not yet approved for use in U.S.
• Migraines' Frequency Influences Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
  But the absolute risk to patients remains very low, expert says
• Health Tip: Having High Blood Pressure
  Are you at risk?
• Prolonged Fasting Boosts Risk of Rare Stroke
  Avoiding food during religious holidays such as Ramadan increased risk almost 3-fold
• New Benefits From Old Heart Measures
  Statins lower blood pressure, DASH diet cuts cardiovascular risk, studies find
• Special Treadmill Helps Stroke Patients Regain Normal Gait
  Harness offers partial support as patients re-learn to walk
• Egg Consumption Poses Risks for Diabetic Men: Study
  Study of doctors shows 7 eggs a week raise risk of dying
• Stenting as Good as Surgery for Stroke Prevention
  Three-year follow-up of study shows similar results
• Lowering Blood Pressure Improves Brain Hemorrhage Outcomes
  Aggressive action is safe and may cut risk of disability, death, study finds
• 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
• Melt-Away Stent Works Well in Trial
  Absorbed harmlessly in the body, it could replace traditional metal stents
• Magnesium May Lower Risk for Some Strokes in Male Smokers
  Study suggests eating foods such as whole grains cuts risk of cerebral infarction
• Vaccine Could One Day Control High Blood Pressure
  Preliminary study results encouraging; it would only be needed a few times a year
• Smoking Boosts 'Bleeding' Stroke Risk in Those With High Blood Pressure
  Study says tobacco use may further damage already weakened vessels
• Rheumatoid Arthritis Drugs May Lower Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
  Reducing inflammation helps blunt cardiovascular threats, study suggests
• Stress Can Help Trigger Stroke
  Study found a clear association, but no such link for depression
• Ginkgo Biloba Might Not Preserve Memory in Octogenarians
  Study saw no clear benefit, but did see small number of strokes, mini-strokes
• Age-Related Macular Degeneration Doubles Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
  Eye disease carries same risk as other circulatory problems, experts say
• Overweight Hispanic Kids Show Early Markers for Diabetes
  Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds
• More Risk Factors, Less Access to Care Behind Higher Stroke Rates in U.S.
  Europeans less likely to have an attack, study finds
• Stroke More Prevalent in U.S. Than in Europe
  Poor Americans fare worse; risks, health-care system cited as factors
• Stroke Risk Factors Drain Memory
  Cognitive powers decline faster among those who have a higher chance of brain attack
• New Stroke Therapies Show Promise
  Clot buster works longer than thought, lowering blood pressure limits damage, and vacuum device sucks up clots safely for 8 hours
• Moderate Aerobic Fitness Levels May Cut Stroke Risk
  Findings show just 30 minutes of activity helped men, women regardless of family history
• Daytime Dozing Might Raise Stroke Risk
  Sleep apnea could be the connection, experts say
• Fish Oil Flounders, But Fiber Might Lower Stroke Risk
  Pair of studies examine effect of diet on stroke prevention, outcomes
• New Stroke Treatments Reduce Brain Damage, Improve Recovery
  Caffeine-alcohol mix plus clot-busting drug proves potent resource as does body cooling with fever reducer
• Mammograms Might Spot Stroke Risk
  Calcifications in breast arteries upped chances of cardiovascular trouble, study finds
• Middle-Aged Women Gaining Weight, Raising Their Stroke Risk
  Study finds both went up simultaneously in recent decades
• In-Hospital Stroke Deaths Rise on Nights, Weekends
  Staffing changes may be to blame, experts say
• Stem Cells Repair Stroke Damage in Rats
  Study suggests same technique might one day work in humans
• Music Therapy Improves Stroke Outcomes
  Study finds enhanced alertness, mood in those who listened just a few hours a day
• More Evidence of Danger From Heart Surgery Drug
  Anti-bleeding agent Trasylol tied to increased death, complications, studies find
• Hypertension a Health Challenge for Women
  Too many don't have their blood pressure under control, researchers say
• Heart Attacks in Hospital More Deadly at Night, on Weekends
  Study suggests staffing, systemic issues behind difference in mortality rates
• Triglycerides Linked to Coronary Disease Risk
  Should be considered along with LDL cholesterol in prevention efforts, study indicates
• High Blood Pressure on Increase Among American Women
  State-by-state survey also found prevalence rate among men not as low as should be
• Death Rates From Cardiovascular Causes Vary Widely Across Europe
  Differences were found between and within countries, researcher notes
• Anti-Clotting Drug Trial Shortened by Bleeding Problems
  But study author says medication could help many avoid stroke
• FDA Will Wait for Trial Results on Vytorin
  Early findings saw no medical benefit; heart expert calls it 'second-line' medication
• Advanced Therapy Aids Stroke Patients
  Procedure brings clot-busting drugs right to site of blood clot, study reports
• Another Study Links Western Diet to Heart, Health Risks
  But it also found that diet soda doesn't protect against metabolic syndrome
• U.S. Deaths Down From Heart Disease, Stroke
  But childhood obesity epidemic could undo gains, heart association says
• Genetics Influence Blood Pressure Medications
  A person's gene profile seems to dictate reponse, study finds
• Gene That Creates Cerebral Cortex Discovered
  Could led to treatments for neurological damage from injuries, disease
• Calcium Supplements Could Raise Heart Risks in Postmenopausal Women
  Study found those taking tablets had 47% higher risk of cardiovascular trouble
• Cholesterol Drug Zetia Doesn't Cut Heart Attack Risk: Study
  Results might also pertain to Vytorin, which contains Zetia, experts say
• Vitamin C May Play Role in Stroke Prevention
  Experts suspect that healthy diet and lifestyle are at root of reduced risk
• Low Vitamin D Linked to Heart Risk
  But experts are split on the need for supplements
• High Levels of Stress After 9/11 Raised Heart Disease Risk
  Cardiovascular problems surfaced in people with no history of heart trouble
• Restless Legs Syndrome May Cause Heart Problems: Study
  Patients face twice the risk of stroke, heart disease compared to people who don't
• High Blood Triglycerides Linked to Stroke Risk
  Boosted concentrations of these fats doubled the odds, researchers say
• Temporary Amnesia, Confusion Raise Stroke, Dementia Risk
  Dutch study suggests these lapses need to be taken more seriously
• U.S. Heart Disease Death Rates Falling
  But cardiovascular disease remains America's No. 1 killer, AHA says
• New Cancer Drug Tied to Heart Problems
  Sutent linked to hypertension, heart events in patients battling stomach cancer
• FDA Mulls Cutting Salt in Processed Foods
  Experts agree Americans eat too much sodium, but differ on need for regulation
• Mini Strokes: Major Health Threats
  90% of people miss out on critical early treatment period, study finds
• Certain Cholesterol Drugs Show Their Limits
  Studies reveal that some of these heart medications aren't perfect
• Peripheral Artery Disease Up Sharply Among U.S. Women
  The condition, which is symptomless, can lead to heart attack and stroke
• Speedy 'Mini-Stroke' Care Pays Off
  It cut odds of a later, major stroke by 80%, researchers say
• Family Infighting Hurts the Heart
  Spats with spouse, kids, others boosts cardiovascular dangers, study finds
• Antibiotic Shows Promise as Stroke Treatment
  Minocycline improves patient outcomes if given with 24 hours, study finds
• Communities Can Speed Stroke Care
  Everyone has a role to play in saving lives, experts say
• Guidelines Seek to Boost Study of Critically Ill
  Barriers around informed consent are impeding lifesaving research, experts say
• Study Offers Insights Into Sensory Perceptions
  Woman who suffered stroke starting experiencing sounds as bodily sensations
• In-Flight Clot Risk Low for Most People
  Odds of 'economy class syndrome' are about 1 in 5,000, research shows
• Link Between Air Pollution, Stroke Gets Clearer
  Fine particles in lung spur dangerous clots, research shows
• '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
• Stem Cells From Testes Produce Wide Range of Tissue Types
  Work with mice might lead to treatments for diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer's
• Pill Equals Injection in Preventing Clots After Hip Replacement
  Study found no difference between the two protective treatments
• FDA Approves Osteoporosis Drug to Cut Breast Cancer Risk
  Manufacturer calls Evista a valuable tool, but critics say its heart risks outweigh benefits
• Drug-Coated Stents Go Head to Head
  Data analysis suggests sirolimus-coated model is safer
• Novel Cooling Therapy May Have Aided Injured Football Player
  Lowering Kevin Everett's body temperature helped protect his spinal cord, doctors say
• Being Overweight is Hard on the Heart
  It raises risks even if blood pressure, cholesterol factored out, study finds
• Saturated Fat: Even a Little Splurge May Be Too Much
  Fatty meal has immediate, negative effect on heart health, research shows
• Researchers Find Better Way to Deliver Blood Thinner
  New gene-linked formula should stop trial-and-error warfarin dosing
• Cutting Salt Won't Affect Foods' Safety
  High-sodium processed foods are major contributor to heart trouble, researchers note
• Barbershop Talks Cut Black Men's Prostate Cancer Risk
  Innovative program is making a difference for this high-risk group, founder says
• Heavy Drinking Boosts Stroke Risk for Chinese Men
  Findings probably apply to males of other ethnicities, researchers say
• Warfarin Trumps Aspirin in Preventing Stroke in Elderly
  Incidence of bleeding was also lower than expected, study found
• 'Whispering Stroke' Can Cause Lasting Damage
  Attacks with mild symptoms are too often ignored, experts say
• CDC Offers Travelers' Health Guide
  Latest Yellow Book features section on avoiding blood clots on planes
• Health Tip: Before You Use a Blood Thinner
  Tell your doctor about your other meds
• Older Folks Often Ignore Summer Heat Warnings
  Pride, cost concerns may play a role, study finds
• One-Fifth of Hospitals Give Bad Emergency Advice on Stroke
  Too often, personnel do not tell callers to phone 911, study finds
• 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
• Lung Trouble May Raise Heart Risk
  Inflammation may be factor linking the two problems, study suggests
• Some High-Carb Diets May Boost Women's Heart Risk
  Stay away from white breads and processed baked goods, experts advise
• Methamphetamine Tied to Heart Problems
  Animal studies show the drug damages coronary and blood vessels
• High-Tech Imaging Might Advance Heart Disease Diagnosis
  Two technologies assess cardiac function and arterial health at once, developers say
• Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Lower Blood Pressure
  The nutrients are found in certain fish, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils
• Folic Acid Supplements Cut Stroke Risk
  Their effect on other heart outcomes is less clear, study finds
• Biodegradable Stent Successful in Human Trial
  Could be the future of these artery-opening devices, German researchers report.
• TV Ads on Stroke's Warning Signs Can Improve Care
  Better education gets people to the hospital more quickly, study finds
• Discrimination Linked to Health Problems Among Minorities
  Study of Asian-Americans suggests higher rate of heart trouble, pain, other problems
• Rheumatoid Illness, Smoking Can Harm Heart's Aorta
  And that can increase risks for aneurysm and heart attack, experts warn
• Many With High Blood Pressure Shun Heart-Healthy Diet
  More people might comply if nutritious foods were cheaper, one expert says
• Aspirin May Cut Pregnancy Complication Risk
  Daily use lowers odds for the dangerous spike in blood pressure called preeclampsia
• U.S. Stroke Rates Vary Widely by States
  And many victims aren't getting to a hospital fast enough for treatment, studies find
• Migraines May Heighten Risk of Vision Problems
  Study finds link among middle-aged people with history of the headaches
• Anxiety Ups Death Risk in Heart Failure Patients
  Stressed-out had double the odds for poor outcomes, study found
• 'Light' Cigarettes Take Heavy Toll on Blood Flow
  Smoking them constricts vessels just as much as regular brands, study finds
• Heavy Drinking May Trigger Irregular Heart Rhythm
  Atrial fibrillation can lead to stroke, heart attack, experts warn
• Low-Dose Aspirin Best for Preventing Heart Attack
  Higher doses no more protective and increase risk of stomach bleeding, study says
• Statin Helps Keep Second Strokes at Bay
  Lipitor study supports use of cholesterol-lowering drugs after attacks
• Higher White Blood Cell Count May Boost Death Risk
  45-year study shows a link, especially with heart disease
• New Drug Could Help Fight Bleeding Strokes
  It's one element of new American Heart Association guidelines
• Most Americans Don't Have High Blood Pressure Under Control
  The condition raises the risk of heart attack and stroke, study authors note
• Stroke Risk Almost Double for Siblings of Those Who've Had Attacks
  Study finds genetic link to ischemic incidents, especially in Mexican-Americans
• Migraines During Pregnancy Linked to Heart Disease, Stroke
  Study advises women to control risk factors such as diabetes and obesity
• FDA Says No to Vioxx Successor
  Critics have questioned adequacy of safety trials for Arcoxia
• Low-Dose Aspirin Won't Help Aging Brain
  Major 10-year study of older women shows no differences
• Rural Patients Benefit From Phone-Guided Stroke Therapy
  Experts from larger centers instruct on use of powerful clot-busting drug
• Unhealthy Young Adults Are Harming Their Hearts
  Weight gain, hypertension quickly damage arteries, study shows
• Newer Form of Heparin Better at Preventing Clots After Stroke
  Enoxaparin cut the risk by additional 43 percent, study found
• 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
• Stroke Guidelines Focus on Critical First Hours
  Intravenous delivery of clot-busting drug still best treatment for patients, groups concur
• FDA Advisory Panel Rejects Vioxx Successor
  Merck's new painkiller Arcoxia shows cardiac risk, committee says in 20-1 vote.
• Monitoring Blood Pressure Is Everyone's Business
  May 17 marks World Hypertension Day, and the focus is on prevention, lifestyle changes
• Restless Legs Syndrome Boosts Heart Risks
  Repetitive nature of neurological disorder increases blood pressure, study says
• Meth, Cocaine Abuse Boosts Stroke Risk
  The drugs trigger spasms in blood vessels, 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
• Ibuprofen May Boost Aspirin Users' Heart Risk
  Study of arthritis patients needs to be confirmed, experts say
• Hormone Therapy Doesn't Boost Heart Attack Risk in Younger Women: Study
  But it can still increase stroke and breast cancer risk, researchers add
• Fish Helps Statins Protect the Heart
  Omega-3 fatty acids are believed to be the key, Japanese study says
• MRI Technique Could Predict Heart Attack Risk
  It tracks cholesterol-like molecules to show points of artery weakness
• Common Gene Defect Raises Stroke Risk
  One in four northern Europeans carries the variant, researchers say
• Early Use of Cholesterol Drug Boosts Outcomes After Angioplasty
  A second study suggests statins prevent plaque buildup in arteries
• Drugs as Good as Angioplasty for Stable Heart Disease
  A new study found no difference in rates of death or heart attack
• More Diabetes, More Heart Disease: Study
  Two-thirds of diabetics will die from heart attack or stroke, researchers warn
• Drugs That Boost HDL Cholesterol Not Ready for Prime Time
  But researchers say the concept remains valid in fight against heart disease
• 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.
• 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
• Treating Sleep Apnea Could Lower Stroke Risk
  Some people with the breathing disorder have undetected brain lesions, experts say
• Women Benefit Less From Clot-Busting Stroke Drug
  But the finding is no reason to change how doctors use tPA, experts say
• Obese More Likely to Be Kept in the Hospital After Stroke
  Study suggests they suffer more from these attacks than leaner patients
• 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
• FDA Tightens Warnings on Anemia Drugs
  Higher-than-recommended doses can be fatal to kidney, cancer patients
• Stress, Obesity Taking Toll on Latin Americans' Health
  Changes in diet, society are boosting heart disease risk, study finds
• Weekends Worst Time for Stroke
  Short-term death rate was 14% higher than on weekdays, Canadian study finds
• Majority of Drug-Coated Stent Use Not Approved by FDA
  More research on the controversial practice is needed, researchers say
• EKG Predicts Heart Risk in Postmenopausal Women
  Even minor abnormalities can signal future trouble, study finds
• Lipitor Approved for Additional Uses
  To reduce risks of heart attack and stroke
• Cheney's Blood Clot Highlights Fairly Common Condition
  Deep vein thrombosis can be life-threatening if not treated promptly, doctors 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
• Cholesterol Management Key for Patients at Risk for Stroke
  Adhering to guidelines could prevent many attacks, study finds
• 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
• Infected Gums Can Harm the Heart
  Periodontal treatment improves blood flow, study finds
• Many Stroke Patients Have High Cholesterol
  Getting levels under control could prevent many of these attacks, experts say
• New Beta Blocker Drug Reduces Heart Risks
  Coreg cut heart attacks, strokes compared to older drug, company-funded study found
• Heart Experts Issue Guidelines on Use of Celebrex
  Cox-2 painkiller should be last resort because of cardiovascular risk, American Heart Association says
• Low Blood Pressure Ups Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
  Rate more than doubles when systolic reading falls below 120 mm Hg, study finds
• Many Stroke Patients Affected by Hospital Errors
  More must be done to reduce these potentially damaging events, researchers say
• ADHD Drugs Need Better Warnings on Heart, Psychiatric Risks: FDA
  All meds must now come with patient guideline inserts, agency says
• 'Off-Pump' Bypass Won't Prevent Post-Op Mental Decline
  Cognition levels were similar to patients who'd used heart-lung machine, study found
• Blood Pressure Numbers Warn of Heart Rhythm Risk
  Difference between high and low readings can point to abnormal heartbeat, research shows
• Lowering Cholesterol Lowers Women's Stroke Risk
  Start paying attention to this risk factor when young, experts urge
• 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
• Religious Faith May Speed Stroke Recovery
  Belief, sense of community may improve coping skills, researchers say
• Warm Weather Smog May Boost Stroke Risk
  Findings are similar to those already found for heart attack
• Blood-Letting Treatment Might Help Some Heart Patients
  It appears to reduce harmful iron stores, especially for younger people
• Trial Looks at Timing of Anti-Clotting Drugs for Heart Attack Patients
  Findings lean toward using them later, not sooner
• Majority of Drug-Coated Stent Use Not Approved by FDA
  More research on the controversial practice is needed, researchers say
• New Painkiller Causes Fewer GI Problems
  But it's a cox-2 drug, which have been linked to heart problems, experts note
• Carotid Artery Surgery Brings Higher Than Expected Risk
  Odds for stroke, heart attack especially high for black patients, study finds
• Better Control of Diabetes Could Reduce Stroke
  Most patients didn't manage their symptoms before attack, study found
• Hospital a Big Factor in Black Patients' Stroke Care
  Centers with a high percentage of minority patients had worse outcomes, study found
• Majority of Americans Ignore Stroke Symptoms
  More than half of those affected didn't seek help, study finds
• Beauty Shop-Based Stroke Outreach Works
  It improved black women's knowledge of key warning signs, researchers say
• Invasive Drug Therapy for Strokes Produces 'Miraculous' Response
  Experimental treatment requires injecting medication directly into a clot, researchers report
• Robot Hand May Speed Stroke Recovery
  It helps patients regain ability to grasp, pinch objects, designers say
• Heart Surgery Drug May Boost Death Risk
  Aprotinin had already been linked to kidney and heart failure, researchers note
• Brain Stents Might Help High-Risk Stroke Patients
  Encouraging findings need to be confirmed in a larger trial, experts say
• Gene Variant May Predict Heart Disease, Stroke
  Early signs of trouble seen in gene carriers
• Experts Issue Blood Clot Treatment Guidelines
  They could help manage threats such as deep-vein thrombosis
• Air Pollution Poses Heart Risk to Postmenopausal Women
  And the higher and longer the exposure, the bigger the threat, study finds
• Brain Stents Could Give Aging Minds a Boost
  Better blood flow appears to improve mental function, research shows
• Ex-NFL Linemen Prone to Heart Disease
  Excess weight and inactivity are the key reasons, study says
• Neurological Disorders Strike Millions
  New government report gives latest estimates, which show increases in Alzheimer's, MS cases
• New Test May Predict Stroke Risk After 'Mini Stroke'
  But one expert isn't sure the scoring system is ready for wide use
• Heart Association Urges Americans to Start! Walking
  Program also recognizes companies that foster healthy work environments
• Cardiologists Issue Guidelines for Stent Use
  Goal is to reduce blood-clot risk in heart patients getting drug-coated devices
• Experimental Drug Tackles Inherited High Cholesterol
  But study was small and the compound has downsides, experts caution
• 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
• 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
• Heart Disease, Stroke Still Big Killers
  Latest U.S. statistics suggest obesity, smoking are largely to blame
• Stroke Incidence Has Declined for 50 Years
  But, 30-day mortality rate has decreased significantly only for men, study finds
• Drug-Coated Stents Don't Boost Death Risk, U.S. Advisers Say
  But the devices may be the cause of blood clots, FDA panel notes
• 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
• 2 Studies Find Drug-Eluting Stents Risky Without Blood Thinner
  Heart patients with such stents face higher sudden-death risk, cardiologists report.
• Drug-Eluting Stents Risky Without Blood Thinner, Study Suggests
  Despite clotting dangers, the devices are still the best option, some cardiologists say
• Doctors Divided Over Loss of Experimental Cholesterol Drug
  Pfizer compound sought to raise 'good' cholesterol, but trial revealed unacceptable death rate
• Health Tip: Warning Sign of a Major Stroke
  'Mini' episode may predict a more severe attack
• 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
• High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy Boosts Disease Risk Later in Life
  Threat of stroke, heart attack and midlife high blood pressure all increase, study finds
• Drug-Coated Stents Can Keep Leg Arteries Clear
  They may work equally well in lower, upper body, study finds
• Dark Chocolate Helps Keep Blood-Clotting Dangers at Bay
  More sweet news for those who love the antioxidant-rich candy
• Many Younger Stroke Survivors Lack Good Medical Care
  Insurance woes raise their risk for second stroke, experts warn
• Diabetes Drug Curbs Arterial Thickening
  Actos may be another weapon against heart disease, study finds
• Anticoagulant-Antidote Pairing Passes 1st Human Safety Test
  Medication system could prove a significant advance for heart-disease patients
• 3 Million Worldwide Die From High Blood Sugar
  Risk kicks in before glucose reaches diabetic levels, experts note
• Childhood Cancer Survivors Face Long-Term Stroke Risk
  Actual risk is low but still 4 times that of general population, study finds
• 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
• Stroke Rehab Technique Improves Arm, Hand Function
  The therapy involves limiting the use of the 'good' arm
• Proper Care Prevents Deep Vein Clots in Elderly
  These leg clots can move to the lung and prove fatal, experts say
• Blood Test Gauges Clot Recurrence Risk
  Some patients with deep vein thrombosis need longer drug therapy, study shows
• Statins Good for Smokers' Lungs
  But they're no substitute for quitting smoking, researchers add
• Health Tip: Symptoms of Stroke
  Seek immediate medical help if someone has these warning signs
• Brain Protein Could Limit Stroke Damage
  Mouse study shows G-CSF works even if given days after an attack
• Surgery Better Than Stents at Stroke Prevention
  French trial focused on patients with blocked arteries who showed symptoms
• Gum Disease Can Trigger Host of Problems
  Left untreated, it can contribute to ills ranging from diabetes to heart trouble
• Exercise: The Antidote for a High-Fat Meal
  Even a mild workout reverses arterial damage, study suggests
• Race Plays Role in Stroke's Aftermath
  Minorities at higher risk for diminished quality of life, study finds
• New Cholesterol Guidelines Proposed for Teens
  Gender, age taken into account to assess future heart-disease risk
• 31 States Record Increases in Adult Obesity
  Two-thirds of Americans now at risk of diseases like diabetes, heart disease, report finds
• Long Work Days Linked to High Blood Pressure
  Risk is higher for those with little job control, study suggests
• Mexican-Americans at Higher Risk for Second Stroke
  And second strokes can be more deadly than the first, experts warn
• New, Deadly Relative of Marfan's Syndrome Discovered
  Causes weakness of blood vessels throughout the body, researchers say
• Strokes May Follow 'Body Clock'
  They usually strike in morning or early evening, study finds
• Any Tobacco Use Raises Heart Attack Risk
  That includes smoking, chewing and secondhand exposures, study finds
• U.S. Stroke Bill Could Top $2.2 Trillion by 2050
  Lost earnings from younger victims a major factor, study finds
• Blacks, Hispanics Hospitalized More Often for Diabetes, Heart Disease
  Many cases could have been prevented through better outpatient care, U.S. group finds
• Heart Drug May Help Reopen Arteries After Stroke
  Small study says low-dose argatroban used with intravenous rtPA may improve outcomes
• 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
• 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
• Gene Variants Found to Raise Stroke Risk in Younger Women
  Finding could lead to test to spot variants in high-risk women
• New Guidelines Out on Use of Anti-Clotting Therapy
  Groups say stroke risk should be main determinant in treating patients with atrial fibrillation
• Sleep Apnea Increases Stroke Risk in Elderly
  But therapies exist to treat the condition, researchers report
• Men at Higher Risk of Recurrent Blood Clots
  Deep venous thrombosis often occurs in the legs and can be fatal, experts warn
• New Test Identifies Blood Clot Risk
  Could help spot people in need of blood-thinning therapy, study says
• Does Clearing Plaque From Brain Artery Ease Depression?
  Inserting stents improved blood flow, but some question whether the surgery deserves the credit
• Journal Editor Criticizes Authors of Migraine Study
  Research on link to heart risk was OK, but writers' financial interests were not revealed
• Alzheimer's 'Risk Score' Spots Those Most Vulnerable
  Other studies look at dementia's links to stroke, cholesterol
• Living Alone Boosts Heart Risk
  Solitary seniors, especially, had much greater odds of heart attack, study found
• Raloxifene Doesn't Raise Heart Disease Risk
  But women with heart disease faced stroke risk when using it as breast cancer preventative
• Healthy Lifestyle Cuts Women's Stroke Risk
  Large, 10-year study shows big benefit to exercise and healthy diet
• 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
• Epidemic of Deadly Atrial Fibrillation is Here
  Data suggests more than 5 million have potentially dangerous abnormal heartbeat
• 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
• Magnetic Therapy May Help Stroke Recovery
  Pulses into the brain improved motor function in small study
• 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
• Heart Drugs May Help Shield Brain Cells From Stroke
  Digoxin and digitoxin show early promise in rat studies
• Veggies Do a Heart Good
  Mice fed 30% vegetable diet were thinner with clearer arteries, study found
• High Blood Sugar Can Be Deadly After Heart Attack
  Death was 15 times more likely in some patients with hyperglycemia, study found
• Aspirin-Plavix Combo Disappoints in Heart Arrhythmia Trial
  It's less effective than warfarin in preventing strokes, researchers say
• Stroke Patients' Family Caregivers Need More Support
  Health-care professionals can help make sure they're prepared, experts say
• Mild Heart Disorder Raises Stroke Risk
  Slight reduction in pumping ability found to cause the problem
• New Computer Scan Superior at Spotting Lung Clots
  But a doctor's judgment is still a vital resource, study finds
• Study Compares Brain Aneurysm Treatments
  Both 'coiling' and 'clipping' work well over long term
• Drug Combos Best for Controlling Blood Pressure
  Lowering cholesterol also offers benefits, studies find
• Early Treatment Helps People With Prehypertension
  Medication slowed progression to hypertension, researchers say
• Adding Drug to Aspirin May Better Prevent Second Stroke
  But the daily regimen is more expensive than aspirin alone, an expert notes
• Airline Cabin Conditions Not Linked to Blood Clots
  But risks for long-distance travelers are real, study authors say
• Technique Eases Patient Allergy to Plavix
  About 2 percent of people are allergic to the heart drug
• EMS Stroke Response Good in Poor Neighborhoods
  But another study found poverty boosts stroke risk
• Women Benefiting Less From Improved Heart Disease Care
  Cardiovascular death rate falling faster for men, study shows
• Corticosteroid Drugs May Boost Cardiac Arrhythmia Risk
  These meds are commonly used by asthmatics, arthritis sufferers, researchers note
• Ultrasound Can Help Predict Heart Attack Risk
  Atherosclerosis in neck artery is key warning sign, study finds
• Experts Issue New Stroke-Prevention Guidelines
  Bottom line for patients: Stay healthy, get checked often
• Heart Drug Side Effects More Common in Minority Patients
  But experts say race may not necessarily be to blame
• Surprising Report on Statins Won't Deter Doctors From Using Them
  They see great value in administering the cholesterol drugs to heart patients
• Gene May Help Spur Deadly Brain Aneurysms
  One variant was 14 times more common in people with weakened brain vessels
• New Technology Spots Aneurysms Faster, Safer
  Computed tomography angiography improves on standard angiogram, study suggests
• Triple Drug Regimen Can Reduce Stroke Damage
  Study finds quicker recovery, less loss of function
• Publicly Funded Medical Research Pays Off
  It saves thousands of lives and generates billions of dollars, U.S. study shows
• Blood Pressure Drugs Help Prevent Stroke, Heart Attack
  Review of the data suggests ACE inhibitors are lifesavers
• Estrogen Therapy Doesn't Cause Breast Cancer: Study
  But treatment isn't risk-free, so women should consult their doctors, experts say
• Stroke May Trigger Memory Trouble
  Decline can happen in the absence of other cognitive problems, such as dementia, researchers note
• Stem Cells Could Boost Stroke Recovery
  In rat studies, they also show promise against cerebral palsy
• Calcium May Lessen Stroke's Toll
  Study finds less severe attacks, better outcomes in patients with high intakes
• Multiple Lifestyle Changes Help Lower Blood Pressure
  Measures include counseling on nutrition and exercise, study reports
• Too Many Ignore Symptoms of Mini-Stroke
  Only 1 in 10 sought emergency treatment in British study
• Infections May Trigger Dangerous Blood Clots
  Respiratory, urinary tract problems linked to deep vein thrombosis, study suggests
• Fish Not a Proven Heart Protector: Study
  But the presence of omega 3 fats confers a likely benefit, experts say
• Symptom Awareness, Alert Friends Speed Stroke Care
  In study, urging by a loved one cut time-to-treatment by 80%
• Foods Fortified With Folic Acid May Cut Stroke Risk
  The B vitamin might work by reducing an amino acid in the blood, study finds
• Test to Predict Heart-Attack Risk Underused
  Younger, healthier patients who would benefit don't get the exam, study says
• 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
• Aggressive Statin Therapy May Reverse Atherosclerosis
  Crestor not only inhibited but reduced plaque build-up on artery walls, researchers say
• Folic Acid Supplements Won't Lower Heart-Attack Risk
  Two studies suggest folate and B vitamins are not as heart-healthy as thought
• Doctors Rethinking Aspirin-Plavix Combination
  Blood-thinning regimen can double death risk if used to prevent first heart attack, study finds
• More Than Immobility Triggers In-Flight Clots
  Low cabin pressure might also be to blame, but more study is needed, experts say
• Studies Highlight Problems With Anti-Clotting Drug
  Warfarin is tough to prescribe and use, doctors say
• Blood Pressure Dropping Globally
  Better diets, not antihypertensive medications, may be the reason, experts say
• Air Pollution Ups Hospitalizations in Seniors
  Cardiovascular, respiratory troubles increase, study finds
• Diabetes May Roll Back Victories Over Heart Disease
  Growing epidemic threatens America's health, study finds
• Restraint Therapy Improves Function for Stroke Patients
  And the technique can be used years after a stroke occurs, study finds
• Overactive Thyroid Tied to Irregular Heart Rhythm
  But other heart problems aren't linked to trouble with the gland, study suggests
• A Lifesaving Stroke Drug That Few People Get
  Despite its effectiveness, hurdles often block the use of tPA, experts say
• Stroke Risk Remains Higher in Ex-Smokers
  The finding challenges the notion that their long-term risk drops to that of never-smokers
• Stroke Guidelines Help Improve Care
  American Stroke Association's program boosts hospital performance, study finds
• Cost of Stroke for Hispanic-Americans Will Soar
  Study estimates $334 billion in related expenditures by 2050
• Drug Abuse Raises Brain Hemorrhage Risk
  A fifth of younger patients showed evidence of pot, cocaine or other drug use, study finds
• Medicare's Payout for Stroke Lagging Behind Cost
  Payment gap could mean cutbacks in quality of care, experts warn
• Oxygen Shows Promise as Stroke Treatment
  Therapy might extend the time that patients have to receive drug therapy, study says
• Birth-Control Patch May Boost Risk of Blood Clots
  But a second study found no heightened risk, officials report
• Stroke Survival May Depend on Staying Cool
  Maintaining normal or lower-than-normal body temperature could be key, study suggests
• Kids Can Be Key to Emergency Stroke Care
  Educating them on the warning signs could save lives, researchers say
• When Stroke Hits, Call 911
  Ambulances are your best bet for rapid care, studies show
• Young Type 2 Diabetics at Higher Stroke Risk
  Their odds of an attack double soon after diagnosis, study finds
• Estrogen Therapy of No Value to Heart Health
  But it may offer some protection to younger postmenopausal women, study finds
• Most Stroke Patients Miss Out on Clot-Busting Drug
  Far too many wait too long to seek care, researchers say
• New Stroke Drug Could Reach More Victims
  Widens treatment window from three hours to six, study finds
• Low-Fat Diets Don't Protect Postmenopausal Women
  Trio of studies found no effect on risk of breast and colon cancer, or heart disease
• Stroke Survivors in Danger of Another Attack
  New expert guidelines say equal attention must be paid to full and 'mini' stroke
• Obesity Raises Pregnancy Risks
  Weight-related dangers threaten both mother and newborn, panelists conclude
• Blood Thinner Boosts Elderly Fracture Risk
  Long-term warfarin use increased the odds by 25 percent,study found
• Women More Aware of Heart-Disease Risk...
  ... But treatment still doesn't equal that of men, studies find
• Fruits and Veggies Protect Against Stroke
  Three daily servings are good, five or more are better, study finds
• Aspirin Therapy Safe for Some Brain Hemorrhage Survivors
  Study found users had no increased risk for repeat attacks
• On-the-Job Stress Bad for the Heart
  British study links it to increase in risk factors for cardiovascular disease
• Aspirin Protects Men and Women Differently
  Fewer strokes for women, fewer heart attacks for men, study found
• Health Tip: Don't Let a Stroke Hinder All Activities
  Learn to modify your tasks
• Lifestyle Changes Can Quickly Reverse Heart Risks
  In 3 weeks, improvements in diet and exercise can have big impact, study finds
• Obesity Alone Boosts Heart Disease Risk
  Research also finds other risk factors are undertreated
• Blood Thinners May Have Contributed to Sharon's Stroke
  Israeli prime minister, who underwent more brain surgery Friday, was given blood thinner after suffering a minor stroke in December
• Strict Blood Sugar Control Cuts Diabetes Heart Risk
  Odds of heart attack, stroke fell by more than half in type 1 patients, study found
• Impotence Points to Heart Problems
  Major study shows erectile dysfunction ups risk of cardiovascular trouble
• Diesel Exhaust Chokes Human Arteries
  'Exposure chamber' study shows fumes narrow vessels, raise clot risk
• Diesel Exhaust Chokes Human Arteries
  'Exposure chamber' study shows fumes narrow vessels, raise clot risk
• Study That Discredited HRT Was Flawed, Experts Say
  More research would be needed to overturn those findings, however
• Health Tip: Pins And Needles That Won't Go Away
  Don't let it linger; a doctor's consultation may be needed
• Young Adults Lax on Cholesterol Control
  No decrease for them over past two decades, new study finds
• New England Journal Charges Merck Deleted Vioxx Study Data
  Editors contend drugmaker withheld information on heart risks before findings were given to journal
• Stroke's Deadly Toll: 2 Million Brain Cells Each Minute
  Statistics on stroke's impact show how urgently immediate help is needed
• Obesity, Blood Pressure Woes Haunt Aging Boomers
  But life expectancy has hit an all-time high, annual U.S. health report finds
• Sleep Apnea Boosts Stroke Risk
  Disordered nighttime breathing raises the odds fourfold, study finds
• High-Dose Lipitor Equal to Lower-Dose Zocor
  But study found Lipitor did reduce risk of some cardiovascular events
• OTC Painkillers Raise Death Risk After Heart Attack
  The higher the dose of NSAIDs, the greater the risk, study finds
• Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk of Stroke, Death
  Study provides first real link to troubled nighttime breathing
• Plavix Helps Heart Attack Patients Survive
  Clot-buster lowered risk of second heart attacks, strokes and death in large trial
• New Treatment Helps in Stroke Recovery
  Alternate applications of heat and cold improved function in paralyzed arms, hands
• Merck Wins 2nd Vioxx Lawsuit
  Unlike first case, plaintiff failed to prove drug caused his heart attack
• Botox Helps Stroke Patients
  Injections improved muscle control and eased limb pain, study found
• Air Pollution Raises Stroke Risk
  More were admitted to hospital when breathing conditions were bad, study found
• Beta Blockers Less Effective Against High Blood Pressure
  But don't stop taking them, experts say
• Drug Improves Type 2 Diabetes Outcomes
  Study found pioglitazone cut risk for heart attacks, strokes
• Booze Thins the Blood
  Alcohol's effect can be both good and bad, study finds
• Stenting Can Open Blocked Brain Arteries
  Study finds short-term benefits for stroke patients; longer-term research needed
• Keeping an Eye on Stroke Risk
  Tiny aneurysms in retina help identify patients in danger, study finds
• Study Suggests More May Benefit From Clot-Busting Drug
  Right now, tPA is reserved for patients with more severe attacks
• A Parent's Stroke Often Affects Children
  Behavioral problems, depression can be common reactions, study finds
• Cardiovascular Trouble Hits Some Native Americans Hard
  Montana study found the disparity between Indian, white death rates is growing
• Health Tip: Recognizing Signs of Stroke
  What to look for
• The Lowdown on Bad Cholesterol
  Experts see gains in ever-decreasing levels, with even 'normal' people benefiting from statins
• Gene Raises Young Women's Stroke Risk
  The discovery could lead to a test and even treatment, researchers say
• 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
• Menopause May Boost Salt-Linked Hypertension
  Hormonal changes can make women more sensitive to salt, raising blood pressure over time, study finds
• Genes May Sway Blood Pressure Drugs' Effectiveness
  Finding could lead to more tailored antihypertensive drug treatment
• Web-Based Stroke Care Aids Rural Patients
  Doctors consult with experts at larger centers via the Internet
• Stent System Approved to Reduce Stroke Risk
  Props open neck arteries
• U.S. Death Trends Show Successes, Failures
  Big gains against heart disease, but diabetes, COPD deaths are rising, report finds
• Why Cholesterol Is Such a Killer
  It crystallizes, then breaks on artery walls, new research reveals