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- Kidney Transplant, Sleep Disorder May Add Up to Trouble
Heart disease, stroke more likely for organ recipients with sleep apnea, study finds
- Heartburn Drugs Can Thwart Popular Blood Thinner
Combination can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, U.S. officials say
- The Mummies' Curse: Heart Disease
Finding suggests atherosclerosis is as old as the pyramids, and not an ill of the modern world
- Obesity Rolling Back Gains in Heart Health
Studies show risk factors rising among children and adults, with many denying they have a problem
- Low Vitamin D Levels Linked to Heart Disease
But further trials are needed to prove this conclusively, researchers say
- Migraine Increases Likelihood of Stroke
But risk is highest for women with aura, researchers find
- Sudden Cardiac Death Much More Likely to Strike Men
Males have triple the odds than women, study finds, and black men are especially prone
- Gene Linked to Breast Cancer Might Boost Heart Health
When BRCA1 is deactivated, it can lead to hardening of the arteries, mouse study suggests
- Certain Reflux Drugs Tied to Higher Post-Angioplasty Death Rate
Study suggests interaction between Prilosec, Protonix and blood-thinners such as Plavix
- For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better
Those who stroll are more likely to die from cardiovascular disease, study finds
- Common Infections May Contribute to Strokes
But researchers not exactly sure how pathogens raise risk of brain attack
- Anemia Drugs May Cause Deadly Blood Clots
Study raises more concerns about common treatment for chemo patients
- Will New Anemia Drug Top Current Treatments?
Designed for a rare condition, it might have a wider application, experts say
- Anemia Drug May Raise Stroke Risk in Kidney Patients
Use of Aranesp should be reserved for the most seriously ill, experts say
- Fructose May Raise Blood Pressure
Drinking more than two sweetened sodas a day boosts risk of hypertension, study finds
- Stroke Centers May Offer Best Shot at Recovery
Specialty facilities are more apt to give needed treatment, and faster, study finds
- Migraine With Aura Can Double Stroke Risk
Young women who smoke and use birth control pills are most susceptible, researchers say
- Sleep Apnea Episodes May Trigger Irregular Heartbeat
Study found 18-fold higher incidence of atrial fibrillation, other arrhythmias
- Where You Put on Pounds May Influence Clot Risk
Big hips in women, wide waists in men spell trouble, study finds
- Leg Clots May Not Travel to Lungs
Research refutes danger from deep vein thrombosis, but experts urge caution
- Genes May Link Hip Fractures and Heart Disease
Risks for breaks rise if a brother or sister has heart failure or stroke, study finds
- Fish Oil Supplements Don't Help Depressed Heart Patients
Those who took them with antidepressant fared same as those who didn't
- Micardis Given Wider Approval
For cardiac patients who can't take an ACE inhibitor
- Health Tip: Help Prevent Stroke
Steps you can take
- Stretching Test May Reveal Arterial Stiffness
Flexibility exercises belong in cardiovascular workout, experts say
- Half of U.S. Babies Living Today May Reach 100
Rising life expectancy shows no signs of slowing, researchers say
- Drug Combo May Prevent Heart Attacks, Strokes
'Inexpensive, well-proven medications' could have huge impact, expert says
- More Stroke Victims Get Clot-Busting Therapy
But many others get to hospital too late to benefit, study finds
- Mini-Stroke Found to Precede 1 in 8 Strokes
Expert urges reliance on other predictive tools, but not all agree
- Autoimmune Disorder Linked to Stroke, Heart Attack in Women
Smoking, birth control pills raise risk higher, research finds
- Fructose Boosts Blood Pressure, Studies Find
Tests in mice and men link sugar to hypertension and say time of day may matter, too
- Women With Atrial Fibrillation Face Rougher Road Than Men
Attention to gender differences, though, can make a difference, study contends
- Preventing Second Stroke May Stave Off Dementia
Not all agree, though, that biggest risk factor is the brain attack itself
- Middle-Age Heart Risk Factors Shorten Men's Lives
Smoking, hypertension, high cholesterol cut 10 years of life, study finds
- Childhood Stroke More Common Than Thought
Study finds double the incidence reported previously
- Diabetes Medications Don't Lower Inflammation
Metformin, insulin have little effect on risk factor for heart disease, study finds
- Drug Offers Hope Against Tough-to-Treat Hypertension
As yet unapproved, darusentan works in different way than standard medicines
- Most Adult Americans at Some Risk for Heart Disease
Surging obesity rates have reversed gains, study finds
- Stroke May Be Striking at a Younger Age
Almost half of cases occur before 65, study finds, many younger patients not getting rehab
- Oldest Heart Patients May Get Most From Warfarin
In atrial fibrillation study, blood-thinning drug best for those at highest risk of stroke
- Harm Begins With a Few Cigarettes, a Little Smog
Levels of toxins in air don't have to be high to be hazardous, studies find
- Surgery Better Than Angioplasty for Narrowed Neck Artery
British study finds a reduced risk of stroke afterwards
- Ankle Circulation Could Warn of Future Strokes
Quick test may detect peripheral artery disease, research shows
- How Bad Feelings Can Harm Your Health
Studies show impact of apathy, hopelessness on cardiovascular disease
- Tobacco Use Kills 6 Million People Annually: Report
And costs the global economy $500 billion each year
- Americans Are Urged to Cut Sugar Intake
Experts recommend far fewer teaspoons a day than average person now consumes
- Heart Risks Rise With Smokeless Tobacco
Increase is small but worth noting, expert says, as product use grows
- Device May Offer Alternative to Warfarin for Arrhythmia
Implantation in people at risk for stroke could reduce medication use, study suggests
- Study Ties Mini-Strokes to Memory Loss
Effects appear to differ from those of full-blown stroke
- In U.S., No Comeback Seen for Hormone Therapy
Experts say risks of long-term use still outweigh possible benefits
- Stroke Doubles Risk of Hip, Thigh Fractures
Preventive measures urgently needed, researcher says
- Combo Treatment May Ease Depression After Stroke
Therapy plus antidepressants improves mood and recovery, study finds
- Young Vets With PTSD More Prone to Heart Risk Factors
Researcher suspects mental health issues may lead to unhealthy habits
- More Dairy, Calcium in Childhood Could Mean Longer Life
Study beginning in 1930s suggests link, but experts unsure
- People Over 60 at Risk for 'Silent Stroke'
High blood pressure and other factors play role, study says
- Attention Training Might Help Stroke Victims
Program to improve focus got mixed results, researchers say
- Carotid Artery Sections React Differently to Plaque
Findings may help explain location of deadly builups
- Vein Condition May Mask Serious Clot Disorder
Superficial vein thrombosis linked to deep vein thrombosis, study says
- Fitness Might Limit Stroke's Impact
People who exercise prior to attack do better, study finds
- Effient Sanctioned for Angioplasty Patients
To reduce the risk of blood clots
- Stroke in Children Rare But Costly
U.S. study finds pricetag hits $42 million a year
- Study Pinpoints Risk Factors for Death in Young Stroke Victims
Many can be modified, treated to improve odds, experts say
- Vegetable Amino Acid Lowers Blood Pressure
Get plenty of it in your diet, researchers say
- Mini-Strokes May Cause Vision Loss
Hong Kong researchers implicate silent infarcts in glaucoma
- Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S.
Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says
- Slow Decline Often Follows Stroke Recovery
People with less access to health care may deteriorate most, study finds
- New Anticoagulant Pill Works Well in Trial
Lower doses safe and effective after heart attack and stroke
- Calling All Heart Patients
Phone, Internet interventions can improve prognosis for cardiac disease, researchers say
- Stroke Damage Is Less in Rats Given Opioids
Drugs induce a state of hibernation that improves recovery, study shows
- Newest Coated Stent Does Well in Real-World Trial
Safe and effective in an 'all-comer population,' researchers say
- Psoriasis Raises Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke, Death
Inflammation looks like common thread, researcher says
- Fewer Deaths Occurring From Brain Bleeds
Better diagnosis, treatments behind decrease, researchers say
- Mini-Stroke Can Mean Major One Within Hours
If full-blown stroke occurs, it often comes within a day, study shows
- Value of Taking Aspirin to Cut Heart Risk Varies
For those with no history of heart disease, risks may outweigh benefits, research suggests
- Brain Can 'See' Objects Through Touch
Tactile input plays a key role in visualization, study finds
- Compression Stockings Offer Little Benefit After Stroke
Risk of blood clots not affected by their use, new research shows
- Window for Stroke Treatment Opens Wider
Clot-busting drug found effective 4.5 hours after symptoms begin
- Hardened Arteries Threaten Obese, Diabetic Youth
Ultrasound shows damage tied to rising odds for stroke, heart attack, researchers say
- Statins Can Help Prevent Second Stroke
New study strengthens prior research on the cholesterol-lowering drugs
- When Chest Pain Requires Quick Action in ER
Urgency needed in only one-third of cases, study says
- Years of Heavy Smoking Raises Heart Risks
30-year study in Norway sheds light on 'tremendously adverse' effects of tobacco use
- Aspirin Lowers Stroke Risk in Peripheral Artery Disease
But findings limited by lack of studies on subject, researchers note
- Seniors Often Misstate Stroke History
Study suggests MRI scans better than questionnaires for evaluations
- Not All Caregivers Are Stressed and Depressed
Some discover satisfaction in challenging role, survey finds
- After Job Loss, People Report More Health Issues
Society should consider ways to mitigate the effects, experts say
- Telemedicine Helps Experts Treat Stroke From Afar
AHA recommendations aim to improve care in underserved patients
- Consider TIAs an Emergency, Groups Urge
Experts say risk of full-blown stroke is higher than once thought
- All Blood Pressure Drugs Lower Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Any are better than no treatment at all, study shows
- Plavix, Heartburn Drugs May Be Risky Combination
Patients with stents should discuss the use of these meds with their doctor, cardiac group says
- Urine Test Predicts Vein Clot Risk
Those with elevated albumin levels were more likely to get DVT, pulmonary embolisms
- Managing Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Cuts Stroke Risk
Study shows reaching optimal levels protects against heart attack, too
- Lowered HRT Use May Have Cut Heart Attacks
But women didn't experience a similar drop in strokes, study finds
- Blood Pressure Drug May Not Ease Irregular Heartbeat
Despite earlier promise, valsartan fails to deliver against atrial fibrillation, researchers say
- Acetaminophen, Cholesterol Drugs May Help Fight Stroke
Statins could help prevent attack, while painkiller might minimize damage, studies find
- Scientists Spot Stroke Genes
Chromosomal region contains two suspect variants that raise risk for brain attack
- Screening Lowers Stroke Risk for Sickle Cell Kids
But access to the tests is limited for children living far from centers, experts say
- Aspirin Linked to Brain Microbleeds
Significance unclear, expert says
- Daily Naps May Raise Older Women's Death Risk
Addressing where the drowsiness comes from may be the solution, researchers say
- Effort Could Lead to Blood Tests for Heart Problems
Framingham researchers and private sector biotech scientists will collaborate
- New Device 'Fingers' Heart Risk
Fingertip sensor tracks changes in blood flow, predicting odds for heart attack
- Plavix Plus Aspirin Lowers Stroke Risk
Clot-busting combo can boost outcomes for patients with atrial fibrillation, study finds
- New Device Treats Common Heart Rhythm Disorder
It could replace anti-clotting drug warfarin for many patients, researchers say
- Super Bowl Loss Can 'Kill' Some Fans
Study found death rates rose after a defeat, and dropped after a victory
- Statin Might Help Fight Blood Clots in Veins
Cholesterol-lowering Crestor cut risk by 43%, study found
- Omega-3s of No Added Benefit to Heart Attack Patients
Standard therapy wipes out any protection the supplement might provide, study finds
- Statin Might Help Fight Blood Clots in Veins
Cholesterol-lowering Crestor cut risk by 43 percent, study found
- Using Too Much Salt Is Common in U.S., CDC Says
Report finds that average sodium intake far exceeds recommendations, raising health risks
- Music Can Help Restore Stroke Patients' Sight
Favorite melodies encourage brain healing, study suggests
- 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 Questions Screening for Leg Vessel Blockages
Current guidelines may be set too high to catch disabling peripheral artery disease, experts say
- Firefighters Have Narrower-Than-Normal Arteries, Study Finds
Experts cite smoke, eating habits and sleep patterns as potential causes
- Experts Revise Guidelines on Daily Aspirin for Heart
Lower dose appears safe and effective against heart attack in men, stroke in women
- Preemie Delivery Tied to Later Heart Woes for Women
And ovary removal is another reproductive factor linked to cardiovascular trouble, research shows
- Abnormal Heart Rhythm Boosts Death Risk for Diabetics
Blood pressure and cholesterol should be controlled more aggressively, study suggests
- Migraines in Pregnancy Boost Vascular Risks
Headaches should be seen as indicator of other problems, expert says
- Bad Marriages Harder on Women's Health
More likely than mates to show signs of metabolic syndrome in strained unions, study finds
- Second Stroke Prevention Efforts Found Wanting
Many patients not getting services they need to prevent another attack, researchers say
- Even Mild Strokes Can Do Harm
But many people ignore the 'whisper' of trouble
- Risk Score May Predict Abnormal Heart Rhythm
Could be first step in finding way to prevent atrial fibrillation, experts say
- Views on Old Age May Become Reality Later
What you think now could determine your health as you age, study shows
- Health Tip: Understanding Metabolic Syndrome
Factors that increase a person's risk of heart disease and diabetes
- Men's Stroke Risk Rises Dramatically in Mid-40s
And the contributing factors are often those seen in older patients, study finds
- Weak Evidence Backs Most Heart Guidelines, Report Finds
Experts agree that field needs more rigorous trials to aid doctors
- Laser Therapy Disappoints in Stroke Trial
Treatment targeting damaged brain areas did not bring significant reductions in disability, researchers say
- Few Stroke Patients Get Clot-Busting Drug
tPA can reduce disability, but less than 3% of Medicare patients receive it, study shows
- Coffee or Tea Consumption May Lower Stroke Risk
Drinking more of either beverage seems to bestow benefits, studies show
- New Advances May Treat Stroke Faster, Better
Innovations include 'brain stents' and a clot-busting drug delivered directly to the brain
- Early Menopause Doubles Stroke Risk
Experts suspect lowered estrogen levels might be a factor
- Women Less Apt to Get Clot-Buster, Study Finds
Some think gender inequality stems from different stroke symptoms in men and women
- Know the Warning Signs of Stroke? Most Don't.
People at greatest risk seem to know the least, survey finds
- Fast Arrival at Hospital After Stroke Pays Off
These patients were twice as likely to get clot-busting drug, study shows
- More Fast-Food Joints in Neighborhoods Mean More Strokes
Analysis is interesting, but doesn't prove cause and effect, researcher says
- B Vitamins Might Lower Stroke Risk
But jury is still out on their value, experts note
- Obesity, Lack of Insurance Take Toll on Young Americans
CDC annual report on nation's health focuses on those aged 18 to 29
- Working With Robots May Help After a Stroke
People who lost use of a hand recaptured movement, study finds
- Silent Strokes More Common in Younger People Than Thought
The symptomless events are 5 times more prevalent than full-blown stroke in people under 65, MRI study shows
- Genetics May Help Fine-Tune Warfarin Dosage
Formula that includes DNA data proves faster, more accurate in early tests
- ER Less Likely to Diagnose Stroke in Younger Folks
New research finds misdiagnosis risk goes up as age goes down
- Exploring Genetic Link Between Migraines, Cardiovascular Trouble
Suspected variant is not a player, but two genotypes might be, study finds
- Coffee Drinking Lowers Women's Stroke Risk
Two or more cups a day boosts protection for nonsmokers, study finds
- Stars Strut Catwalk for Women's Heart Health
Annual Red Dress show aims to put top killer out of style
- Secondhand Smoke Linked to Dementia
Exposure may increase risk by 44%, researchers say
- Gender Disparities Persist in Treatment of Stroke
Raft of studies points up many of the differences in care, incidence of brain attacks
- Health Tip: Control Risk Factors for Stroke
Things you can help change
- Vitamins Do Older Women Little Good
Study finds they don't reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer
- Quick Stroke Treatment Improves Outcomes
Rapid action cuts death rate, costs, length of stay and risk of recurrence, study finds
- Stroke Drug Might Be a Memory-Booster
Fasudil improved the recall of middle-aged rats, scientists say
- Top 10 Heart-Stroke Advances for 2008
AHA says research looked at smoking bans, acute care, diabetes control and childhood obesity
- Moderate Alcohol Consumption May Protect Against Disabilities
Study found healthy older adults were better able to carry out daily tasks
- New Brain Hemorrhage Guidelines Stress Quick Action
Hospitals with more expertise handling these attacks also boost survival outcomes
- Kidney, Heart Problems May Be Linked
Older people face more risks when kidneys are damaged, study finds
- Angioplasty Via Wrist May Be Safer
It's seldom used but entails lower risk, speedier recovery, researchers say
- Sleep Apnea Seems to Wear Down the Brain
Repeated blood flow changes may be at the root of higher stroke risk, study says
- Newer Contraceptives Don't Increase Heart Risk
But more research is needed because they may lead to blood clots, study says
- Blood Flow Measurement Boosts Stent Outcomes
Technology reduces deaths, complications, but may be too costly for some centers, experts say
- Millions More Americans Might Be Placed on Statins
Recent data could lead to wider prescribing of cholesterol-lowering drugs, experts say
- Framingham Score May Not Spot Lifetime Heart Risk
Study is third in a week to question some facet of the widely used guideline
- Doctors Re-Examine Blood Thinners to Prevent Strokes
They're effective, but must be used with caution, experts say
- Inflammation Markers May Help Predict Stroke Risk
They should be used when assessing traditional risk factors, experts say
- Family History of Aneurysm Raises Stroke Risk for Smokers
They're 6 times likely to suffer bleeding stroke, study finds
- Dubious Drugs, Tainted Foods Top 2008's Health Stories
But deaths from heart disease, cancer show encouraging drop
- Optimal Warfarin Dosing Improves Anticoagulation Control
Increasing time within the therapeutic range of utmost importance, study finds
- Gene Ups Risk for Those on Blood-Thinner Plavix
Younger patients with the mutation faced higher odds of heart attack, death, studies found
- Depression, Anxiety Hinder Quality of Life After Stroke
Rehab efforts should focus on coping styles to boost outcomes, study says
- Bat Saliva-Based Stroke Drug Disappoints in Trial
But the study's design may be to blame for desmoteplase's poor showing, researchers say
- Strict Blood Sugar Lowering Won't Ease Diabetes Heart Risk
Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say
- Children of Centenarians Face Lower Heart Risks
Finding adds weight to belief that longevity runs in families
- Small Doses of Carbon Monoxide Might Help Stroke Victims
Mouse study showed it reduced brain damage after attack
- Program Aids Hospital Compliance With Stroke Guidelines
Goal is to improve use of treatments proven to cut post-illness complications
- Stress Triggers Heart-Damaging Behavior
Study found the dynamic raised cardiovascular risks by 50%
- Deaths From Heart Disease, Stroke Down 30%
Medical advances, not lifestyle changes, are source of the improvement, AHA says
- Defect in Gene Tied to Atrial Fibrillation
Finding challenges idea that the heart rhythm disorder is an electrical problem
- Fast Heart Rate Warns of Obesity, Diabetes
And those conditions take toll on the heart, study says
- Robotic Device Could Help Stroke Patients
Through exercise, it seems to boost activity in a key region of the brain
- High Salt Levels Common in Many Foods
Cereals, licorice, pancakes, among other products, home to sodium, study says
- Heavy Traffic Can Be Heartbreaking
Exposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries
- Anesthesia Type Won't Influence Neck Artery Surgery Outcomes
Study may settle debate on safety of general vs. local delivery
- Ultrasound Can Help Break Up DVTs
Adding it to clot-busting drug eased the blockages, study found
- 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
- Smokeout '08: The Perfect Time to Quit
American Cancer Society urges people to stop for a day, then for life
- Specialized Stroke Care Improves Outcomes
And for those hospitals without dedicated units, telemedicine can bridge gap, study says
- High Blood Fat Levels Tied to Ischemic Stroke Risk
Study says triglyceride tests done without fasting simpler, better define those in danger
- Vest Monitors 'Individual' Air Pollution
Researchers in Detroit say it detected additional cardiovascular damage
- New Type of Stent Shows Promise
It recruits blood vessel cells as a kind of heart-healthy coating, experts explain
- Beta Blocker Use Questioned in Non-Heart Surgery
Increased risk of stroke a major issue in analysis of 33 research projects
- Lipoprotein Levels May Predict Women's Hypertension Risk
These particles carry cholesterol and triglycerides throughout the body
- Hispanics Less Likely to Get Repeat Artery Surgery
Even though they have risk factors that could lead to coronary problems, study finds
- Aspirin Doesn't Guard Diabetics Against Heart Disease
Second study found vitamins E, C did little to protect healthy men, either
- Study Sheds Light on Painkillers' Heart Risk
Cox-2 drugs, like Celebrex, less safe than Cox-1 drugs, like naproxen, study says
- Major Illnesses in U.S. Seniors Cost $196 Billion Annually
These include lung diseases, heart disease, pneumonia and gastrointestinal woes
- Statins Lower Blood Marker for Prostate Cancer
But it's not clear if the cholesterol-lowering drugs protect against the disease
- Electrical Brain Stimulation May Boost Dexterity
Finding could lead to new treatments for stroke victims, study suggests
- Key Blood Test Protein May Not Cause Heart Disease
CRP may only reflect existing cardiovascular trouble, study finds
- Exercise Improves Stroke Outcome
Attacks are also less severe among people who are active, researchers say
- Low Blood Pressure During Surgery Boosts Stroke Risk
Tighter control of levels may prevent complications, study suggests
- Aspirin Doesn't Prevent First Heart Attack, Stroke
Study contradicts current recommendations; expert suggests change
- Heart Docs Often Fail to Order Tests Before Angioplasty
Cardiac stress tests show whether a patient even needs the procedure, experts say
- Ginkgo Prevented Stroke Damage in Mice
But it's not clear if the popular extract would be effective in humans
- Blacks at Higher Risk for Brain Lesions Causing Stroke
They had 32% more microbleeds in several different areas, study finds
- Blood Cell Genes May Signal Heart Disease
Small study finds their levels correlate with cardiovascular trouble
- Spiriva Safe, Effective for COPD Patients
However, treatment does not slow disease progression, researchers say
- Surgery Unneeded in Most Asymptomatic Carotid Stenosis Cases
Study says drug therapy better option for 95% of patients, since stroke risk is low
- Heart Attack Care Often Delayed for the Poor
Reasons for slowed time to treatment remain unclear, experts say
- Later Use of Clot-Buster After Stroke Possible: Study
tPA can be safely given beyond the current 3-hour limit, international researchers find
- Blood Pressure Treatment Can Be Used Against Stroke
Study finds the therapy can be given in tandem with clot-dissolving drug
- 2 Techniques Found Effective in Carotid Artery Narrowing
Angioplasty with stenting and endarterectomy successful in preventing ipsilateral stroke
- Artery Plaque Rupture Can Occur Without Symptoms
But this makes build-up more vulnerable to future bursts, researchers find
- Antipsychotic Drugs Boost Stroke Risk
And patients with dementia face a more than 3-fold danger, study finds
- When Communication Is Lost
Aphasia is like a prison, but new research offers hope of escape
- Strokes Can Strike the Youngest
Brain attacks can even happen in the womb, and new guidelines address issue
- Scientists ID New Proteins in Programmed Cell Death
Findings may lead to novel drug targets for stroke, infectious diseases, study says
- Stroke Risk in Women Smokers Goes Up by Each Cigarette
There's a nine-fold increase for two packs a day, study finds
- HRT Drug Boosts Stroke Risk in Older Women
Tibolone should not be used by those 60 and older, study says
- Stroke Risk Plummets With Healthy Lifestyle
Quitting smoking, eating properly and exercising protects your brain, study finds
- Too Much Salt Boosts Blood Pressure
Study rules out the effect of one genetic variation
- Many Miss Out on Stroke Treatment
Less than quarter of victims get to hospital quickly enough to limit damage, study shows
- Death From Febrile Seizure Rare in Children
Even in high-risk cases, Danish study finds rate similar to that of kids in general population
- GI Bleeding After Stroke Raises Death Risk
Triples mortality rate while still in hospital, study finds
- Blood-Thinner Plavix Works Harder in Smokers
But the finding certainly isn't any reason to start or continue smoking, researchers say
- 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
- Sleep Apnea Boosts Death Risk
But it's unclear whether treating the breathing disorder cuts the danger, one expert says
- Gene Test Could Catch Deadly Heart Problem
Tear in the aorta is unpredictable and often fatal, researchers say
- Gene Could Boost Stroke Risk for Migraine Sufferers
The variant seems important for those who have headaches with aura, researchers say
- Secondhand Smoke Raises Stroke Risk for Spouses
But researchers note risk dissipates quickly once smoking spouse quits
- 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
- Heavy Drinking Boosts Stroke Risk
Five or more drinks per day raises odds for dangerous irregular heartbeat, study finds
- Obesity Tied to Fatal Blood Clots
Study finds risk is particularly great for those younger than 40
- Caregivers Need Help With Stroke Survivors
Study found personal and professional support eased perceived burden
- Lower Blood Pressure Reduces Brain Damage After Stroke
French study finds less loss of nerve cells, preserving mental function
- Using Anti-Clotting Drug Before Angioplasty Cuts Risk
Plavix nearly halved odds for death, second heart attack, study found
- Newer Blood Pressure Drugs Beat Back Heart Attack
Modern meds like ACE inhibitors protect better than older agents, study finds
- Blood Pressure Drug Cuts Arrythmia Stroke Risk
Perindropil boosted protection over and above anti-clotting meds, study found
- When Communication Skills Are Lost
Aphasia is a disorder that impairs the ability to speak, read or comprehend
- Blood-Thinner Warfarin Underused in Heart Attack Patients
Review says teaming it with aspirin halves the risk of a second attack
- Treatment Forms Promote Better Care for Stroke Patients
They outline optimal regimens for use by caregivers in hospitals, study reports
- Exercise Cuts Risk of Stroke
Even moderate levels of activity produce results, study finds
- Women Smokers Married to Smokers at Higher Stroke Risk
It's a six-fold greater risk than for women smokers with nonsmoking spouses, study says
- Breast Cancer Risk with HRT May Be Lower Than Thought
Risk is lowest with estrogen-only therapy, study suggests
- Statins Help Some Stroke Patients
Cholesterol-lowering drugs seem to reduce risk of complications, studies find
- Right-Brain Strokes Often Missed
More subtle symptoms difficult to detect, studies say
- Hypertension Undertreated in Elderly
Yet they're at highest risk of heart attack and stroke, study says
- New Hope for Those With High Blood Pressure
Novel drugs and devices promise to improve hypertension management
- Key Tests Predict Women's Heart Risk
Specific cholesterol screens plus a blood protein work best, study finds
- Cardiovascular Dangers Cut Across Race, Gender
High cholesterol plus hypertension a killer combo for everyone, experts say
- Newborns' Stroke Risk as High as Elderly's
Many of these disabling events go unnoticed, however
- Even Infants Can Suffer Strokes
The brain attacks strike seemingly healthy babies, experts say
- Snuff, Chew Tobacco Raise Heart Death Risk
Study suggests oral cancer not the only threat to users' health
- Way to Predict Stroke after 'Mini-Stroke' Found
Speech disturbance and weakness on one side are the primary predictors, study finds
- Have Stockings, Will Travel
Compression hose cuts in-flight blood clot risk 12-fold, study finds
- Twins Study Suggests Possible Alzheimer's Risk Factors
They include childhood health and whether you've had a stroke
- Experts: Specialized Stroke Centers Needed
Guidelines now in place for facilities that treat challenging cases
- Odds of Second Stroke Are High
Minor stroke increases risk of another attack by 43 percent, study finds
- Heart Patients at High Post-Hospital Stroke Risk
Study suggests more aggressive therapies are warranted
- Intensive Therapy Helps Stroke Patients Regain Speech
It works much better than less-frequent sessions, study finds
- More Studies Link Painkillers to Heart Problems
Research builds on earlier findings surrounding anti-inflammatory drugs
- Experts Say No to Estrogen After Hysterectomy
Its risks outweigh any benefit for older women, task force finds
- Key Factors Raise Clogged Artery Risk
Metabolic syndrome plus vascular calcium greatly boost the odds, study finds
- Magnetic Stimulation May Improve Stroke Recovery
Better hand function noted in small-scale trial
- 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"
- Blacks Have Higher Death Rate from Stroke
Residents of southeastern U.S. also at greater risk of brain attack, research finds
- 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
- Experimental Drug Reverses Brain Injury in Rats
Finding could lead to new treatments for traumatic brain injury and stroke
- Fancy Blood Tests Won't Predict Lung Clot Risk
Simple patient factors, such as age and sex, tell the story on recurrence
- Virtual Reality Games Help Stroke Survivors
They improve walking, brain function, new study finds
- Effective Stroke Drug Underused
Only 2 percent of patients are getting the lifesaving therapy, study finds
- Depression Raises Men's Heart Risks
Blue moods bring cardiovascular system down, too, study finds
- 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
- 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
- Experts Downplay OTC Painkiller Risks
Much more study is needed to determine serious heart hazards
- CT Brain Scans Optimize Stroke Treatment
High-tech imaging pinpoints those areas in danger
- Statins Seem to Help Stroke Patients
The cholesterol-lowering drugs cut mortality rates, study finds
- Minor Misdosage of ER Clot-Busting Drugs May be OK
Patient characteristics probably cause poor heart attack outcomes, study suggests
- Study Questions Ibuprofen Ban Before Surgery
The drug's effects on clotting may be too brief to matter
- Diuretics Best for High Blood Pressure
Large study found they beat out newer drugs when treating blacks and whites alike
- New Techniques Safely Remove Deep Vein Clots
They're also quicker, saving health-care costs, studies find
- Aspirin as Good as Warfarin for Some Stroke Prevention
It's easier to use and equally effective against blocked brain arteries
- Researchers Find Potential Key to Preventing Heart Attack Damage
In mice, the drug cyclosporin shields cardiac cells from destruction
- Artery Cells Can Produce Heart Disease-Linked Protein
C-reactive protein discovery a new insight into killer illness
- Genes Help Predict Sickle Cell Stroke Risk
It's a big improvement on current tests, researchers say
- Most Migraines Won't Raise Women's Stroke Risk
Small increase in risk seen in migraines with aura, however
- High Blood Pressure: An Elusive Threat
25 percent of Americans get inadequate therapy for hypertension, experts say
- Racial Disparities Persist in Heart Care
Studies point up gaps in many areas of cardiac treatment
- White Blood Cell Counts Hint at Heart Disease Risk
High levels in women indicate greater chances of cardiovascular trouble
- Consumer Drug Ads Facing Their Moment of Truth
Less show, more show-and-tell seen in wake of drug safety hearings
- Computer-Alert System Reduces Blood Clots
When prompted, physicians must decide whether to give preventive treatment
- Sharply Lower Cholesterol Levels Cut Heart Attack, Stroke Risk
More study is needed before guidelines should be changed, researchers say
- Low-Dose Aspirin Reduces Stroke Risk for Women
But the drug only cuts heart attack risk in older women, study finds
- Minor Stroke a Major Warning
Full-fledged brain attack likely within a week, study finds
- Double Carotid Artery Procedures Can Be Safe
Placing stents in both arteries at once won't significantly increase risk, study says
- B Vitamins May Cut Fracture Risk After Stroke
Folate and vitamin B12 caused five-fold drop in breaks, study finds
- Blood Vessel Disorder Linked to "Mini" Strokes
Misshapen brain arteries associated with damage to speech, movement and cognition
- Supersized in the NFL
More pro football players are obese, study finds
- Celebrex Bests Vioxx as Potential Cancer Fighter
Despite cardiovascular risks, painkiller appears to block key protein for cancer cell replication
- Hemophilia Drug Fights Most Lethal Form of Stroke
It's the first agent to prove effective against hemorrhagic attack, experts say
- Unraveling Estrogen's Effect in Older Women
Researchers think they know why HRT raises cardiovascular risk after menopause
- Heart Disease Risks Common in Migraine Sufferers
Hypertension, high cholesterol common in people with migraine
- Painkillers Should All Stay on Market, Despite Heart Risks: FDA Panel
Advisers vote to recommend keeping Celebrex, Vioxx and Bextra available while finding all raise cardiovascular risks
- Health Experts Wary After FDA Panel's Cox-2 Recommendations
The painkillers' problems haven't gone away, they say
- Aspirin Could Save More Women's Hearts
Less than half of those who might benefit take the cheap, effective drug, study finds
- Patients Urge FDA Panel Not to Ban Painkillers
Hearing gets personal tales of pain relief with cox-2s
- FDA Whistleblower Warns of Cox-2 Risks
Vioxx increases heart dangers dramatically, Graham tells government advisers
- Cox-2 Drugs Take Center Stage at Government Hearings
First of three days of testimony gets underway
- Studies Spell Bad News for Cox-2 Drugs
Results will be focus of three days of government hearings
- FDA to Weigh Fate of Bextra, Celebrex, Similar Drugs
Panel must balance health risks against benefits
- Cox-2 Drugs Boost Blood Pressure: Study
Other research finds more evidence of heart attack, stroke risk
- Suspension of Adderall XR Sales Not Likely In U.S.
FDA says evidence of deaths, strokes doesn't indict hyperactivity drug
- New Anti-Clotting Drug Shows Mixed Results
Exanta strong at stroke prevention, but shows some liver toxicity
- Migraine With Vision Loss Ups Stroke Risk
These women need to manage other stroke risk factors, researchers say
- Mini-Strokes Need More Medical Attention
Fewer tests and treatments raise risks for full-blown stroke later, study says
- Southern Blacks More Prone to Die From Stroke
Reasons for regional disparity unclear
- Stopping Aspirin Therapy Boosts Stroke Dangers
For stroke survivors, quitting aspirin triples risk
- Women Missing Out on Heart Disease Diagnoses, Treatments
Studies say many aren't getting lifesaving drugs, screening tests
- More Evidence Links Vioxx to Heart Attacks
But large Canadian review finds no risk with Celebrex
- Early Surgery No Benefit for Brain Hemorrhage
Conservative medical treatment just as effective, study finds
- Fried Fish Raises Stroke Risk
Broiled or baked reduces it, study finds
- Study Blames Vioxx for Up to 140,000 Cases of Heart Disease
As many as 40 percent of cases may have been fatal, FDA scientist contends
- Heart Attack: Less Treatment May Be Better
Multi-country study finds long-term death rate higher for patients given 'invasive'procedures
- Magnetic Stimulation Alters Brain
Technique could one day be used for Parkinson's, stroke victims
- Plavix Not Best for Heart Patients With History of Ulcers
Can lead to stomach bleeding, although second study finds blood thinner generally safe
- Bextra Data Suggests All Cox-2 Drugs Pose Heart Risks
Painkiller linked to cardiovascular dangers in latest research
- Women May Be Treated Too Aggressively for Stroke
Their faster blood flow affects results of screening test, study suggests
- High Blood Pressure a Worldwide Problem
Big increase predicted in less developed countries
- Rural Stroke Patients Helped by Phone Support
Communication from urban stroke center doctors improves care, study finds
- C-Reactive Protein a Red Flag for Heart Trouble
It's as important as elevated cholesterol levels, studies find
- Study Unlikely to Change Use of Hypertension Drugs
Experts say diuretics safe enough, but alternatives do exist
- Only Moderate Drinking Wards Off Stroke
A glass of red every other day is key, researchers report
- Protein Plays Key Role in Alcohol Abuse
Study finds it's the same one that dissolves blood clots
- Mexican-Americans Have Higher Stroke Rates
Prevention programs should target specific groups, experts say
- Recognizing Movement in the Mind's Eye
Dancers' brains reveal the art of imitation, study suggests
- Death From Stroke Linked to Lower Income
Blue-collar work, early retirement also associated with increased mortality
- Home Blood Pressure Monitors Are Valuable Tools
They may better reflect daily hypertension readings, heart experts say
- More Evidence of Inflammation's Role in Heart Disease
Even infection can have inflammatory effect on blood vessels, research finds
- Migraines Increase Stroke Risk
The chances of having a brain attack are doubled for those who have the headaches
- A Puzzling Blood Pressure Drug Finding
Supposed danger of calcium channel blockers requires further study, experts say
- Anger Increases Stroke Risk, Study Claims
But other experts find fault with the conclusion
- Study: Celebrex Safer on Heart Than Vioxx
But another expert questions safety of entire class of drugs
- Depression Linked to Higher Risk of Stroke Death
'Silent strokes' may be behind the emotional turmoil
- Study Reveals How Brain Adapts After Stroke
'Cyberglove' experiments could improve rehabilitation
- Women's Stroke Risk Tied to Family History
Stroke in parent or sibling doubled the risk
- Obesity Raises Risk of Abnormal Heartbeat
More weight means more likelihood of atrial fibrillation
- Don't Delay When a Stroke Strikes
Get help at first sign of symptoms
- Joe Montana Leads Fight Against High Blood Pressure
Football great urges people to get checked for hypertension
- Ultrasound Could Help Limit Stroke Damage
An ER nurse's observation led to study of the possibility
- Two-Pronged Cholesterol Approach Works
Lifting 'good' lipids, lowering 'bad' cuts cardiovascular events
- Study Faults Popular Hypertension Drug
Atenolol doesn't prevent heart deaths, Swedish researchers say
- Obesity Linked to Higher Stroke Risk
Extra pounds in middle age double incidence, study says
- Tamoxifen Doesn't Increase Stroke Risk
But chemotherapy does in breast cancer patients, study finds
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging Better For Stroke Diagnosis
It detects problems missed by computerized tomography, study finds
- Tamoxifen Might Cause Slight Increase in Stroke Risk
Researchers stress finding should not panic breast cancer patients
- Brisk Walks Speed Stroke Recovery
Rehab patients see improve mobility, strength and balance, study finds
- Minimally Invasive Procedure Prevents Stroke
Stenting plus angioplasty works in high-risk patients
- Vioxx Users Can Find Safe Alternatives
Other drugs on the market offer arthritis relief, experts say
- Stem Cells Reduce Stroke Damage
Those derived from umbilical cord blood cut scope of attack by 40%, research finds
- Statins Expand Their Role in Protecting the Heart
They're now recommended for some people without obvious cholesterol problems
- Tight Glucose Control Needed for Diabetics
Analysis suggests ways to ward off heart disease
- Inflammatory Protein May Point to Vessel Blockage
Study says high levels seem to serve as early warning signal
- Drug Cuts Stroke Risk During Bypass Surgery
Dangers reduced by 47 percent in these patients, study says
- New Clue Explains Damage of Stroke
Researchers say high acidity leads to brain cell death
- Complications After Stroke Increase Death Risk
Brain swelling, pneumonia particularly dangerous, study finds
- Upping the Ante to Lower Cholesterol
New national goals seek to cut risk of heart attack and stroke
- Stroke Steals One Woman's Dreams
It apparently damaged area of brain involved in dreaming
- Drug Reduces Cardiac Arrest by 21 Percent
It's of real value to those at high risk of heart attack or stroke, study finds
- Ignoring Heart Attack, Stroke Risks Costs Billions
Untreated smoking, hypertension, cholesterol has fiscal toll
- Power of tPA for Stroke Victims Confirmed
Review upholds benefit of drug for ischemic stroke
- Older Americans Aren't Being Treated for High Blood Pressure
A systolic reading of 160 or higher is dangerous, study says
- New Stent System Helps Prevent Stroke
Thwarts blockages in neck artery that pumps blood to brain
- 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
- 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Could Develop Irregular Heartbeat
Atrial fibrillation increases stroke risk
- Sizing Up Coronary Trouble a Click Away
Online calculator assesses heart attack and stroke risk
- Mexican-Americans Face Higher Stroke Risk
Twice as likely as whites to suffer brain attack
- Risk Seen in Transfusions During Bypass
Study finds higher odds of death, stroke and infection
- New Therapy Speeds Stroke Recovery
Injection of immune cells into mice helped repair damage
- Statins: The Next Miracle Drugs?
Besides cutting cholesterol, they may fight breast cancer, even arthritis
- Many Stroke Patients Get Wrong Therapy in Hospitals
65% treated for hypertension in days after attack, despite dangerous side effects
- Fetal Stem Cells Help Repair Stroke Damage
Animal study first to show success with technique
- Stroke Severity Deems Where Patients Go Later
Worst cases wind up in rehabilitation, nursing homes
- Statin Drug Helps Kids Who Inherit High Cholesterol
It reduces arterial wall thickness and blood fat levels
- Eating Fish May Prevent Irregular Heartbeats
When baked and broiled, it protects against atrial fibrillation, study says
- Too Much Childhood TV Tied to Poor Adult Health
Tube addicts likelier to have severe problems in their 20s
- Blue Cohosh Linked to Newborn's Stroke
Mother drank herbal tea in hope of inducing labor
- Experts Urge Tighter Cholesterol Control
Recommended even lower levels for high-risk persons
- Trickery Lends a Hand to Brain Discovery
Lets researchers learn how people recognize their body parts
- Secondhand Smoke Risk Underestimated
Study finds heart disease risk rises as much as 60%
- 'Western' Diet May Boost Stroke Risk
Eating more plant-based foods could help prevent damage
- Hormone Warns of Hypertension
Aldosterone levels indicate greater risk, new treatment avenue
- Cutting Down on Stroke Damage
Mouse study finds creatine may decrease brain cell death
- Hypertension, Cholesterol Often Twin Threats
Many patients aren't being treated for high cholesterol problems
- Flaws Seen in Major U.S. Study on HRT
New study finds therapy may still benefit younger women
- Therapy Restores Arm Function Years After Stroke
Impaired for nearly a decade, arm movement improves for some
- Brain Lesions Appear After Temporary Amnesia
Delayed MRI scanning detects tissue damage
- Newer Drug Helps Prevent Heart Attack
Valsartan benefits older people at high risk for heart attack and stroke: study
- Simple Guidelines Ward Off Deadly Diseases
Major health groups join forces on a prevention plan
- Higher Costs Mean Fewer Take Lifesaving Drugs
Study finds use of statins drops sharply when co-pays rise
- Cholesterol Drugs May Double as Cancer Fighters
But researchers say more study is needed before using statins against tumors
- Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Are Problems for Many Diabetics
Doctors need to do a better job of outlining the risks
- Gaily Colored Fruits May Reduce Stroke Risk
High levels of natural antoxidants might be protective
- Clue to High Heart Attack Risk in Morning Found
Reduced blood vessel flexibility may explain vulnerability
- Hormone Replacement Therapy May Still Pan Out
Despite halting of national study, a new review finds the concept holds promise
- New Marker Found for Stroke Patients' Bleeding Risk
Spanish study pinpoints one cell-regulating protein as key
- Know Stroke's Warning Signs Before One Strikes
That knowledge just might save your life, doctors say
- What Every Diabetic Should Know About Heart Disease
It's the leading killer of people with the blood sugar disease
- New Culprits Behind Inflammation Found
Platelets, which help blood clot, have a sinister side, study finds
- Finding Atrial Fibrillation in Stroke Patients
New device helps doctors detect abnormal heart rhythm
- Preventing Bleeding Strokes
Treating high blood pressure could reduce rates of dangerous condition
- Regrets Are Few if Brain is Damaged
Study finds people who've had stroke or injury gambled more and cared less
- Hookah Smoking Not Safer Than Cigarettes
Water pipes carry just as many health risks, expert says
- High Blood Pressure Can Kill Without Warning
That's why doctors urge routine screenings
- Heredity Cuts Both Ways With Heart Disease
Family history can hurt, good gene can help
- Some With Sickle Cell Disease Face Stroke Risk
Neurological screening recommended for patients with this variety of blood disease
- Artery-Clearing Surgery Can Prevent Stroke
Study finds risk halved in people with no symptoms
- Weather Changes Can Affect Stroke
While relationship remains questionable, there are some links
- Stroke Risk May Hit a High When Mood is Low
Study found a 40 percent greater chance of trouble among depressed people
- Bone Builder Linked to Heart Disease
Higher levels of bone density regulator implicated in cardiovascular trouble
- Stroke Survivors Urged to Exercise
Regular aerobic movement can prevent recurrence
- Doctors Urge Cholesterol Drugs for Diabetics
Most with type 2 diabetes would benefit, regardless of cholesterol level
- Estrogen-Only Study Produces Mixed Results
Hormone helps menopausal symptoms, but raises stroke risk
- 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
- Statins Can Benefit Stroke Survivors
Study shows cholesterol-lowering drugs provide better outcomes
- Eye Medication May Reduce Stroke Risk
Finding might benefit those with hypertension
- Diet, Exercise Can Cut Heart Risk in Heavy Kids
An aggressive regimen reverses artery damage
- Men Need to Track Their Blood Pressure
And if it's high, they should take action, experts say
- Study: Inflammation No Solid Gauge of Heart Disease
Finds traditional risk factors are better than C-reactive protein
- Stroke Signs
Recognize the warnings
- Stents Show Their Mettle in High-Risk Heart Patients
They were superior to surgery for narrowing of carotid arteries
- Heart Disease: A Diabetic's Biggest Health Threat
Yet too few people with the disease are aware of the risk, experts say
- Statins May Speed Stroke Recovery
Taking them before brain attack improves outome
- Quick Surgery Urged After 'Mini-Strokes'
Artery-clearing procedure best done within two weeks, study says
- Dodging DVT
Group launches Deep Vein Thrombosis Awareness Month
- Small Hypertension Changes Carry Big Risk
Blood pressure should be monitored in women with heart disease
- Time Window for Powerful Stroke Drug Often Missed
Few patients receive clot-dissolving drug, researchers find
- Winning the War on Stroke
People can help lower death toll by knowing symptoms, getting help fast
- Positive Effects of Stroke Therapy Linger
Stimulating paralyzed arm effective 5 years later
- Fortified Grain Products May Cut Stroke Deaths
The key is folic acid, a new study says
- Faster Stroke Treatment Saves Lives
And cholesterol-lowering drugs may help prevent stroke altogether
- HRT Dangers Should Have Been Spotted Sooner
British researchers say many small studies pointed to problems before U.S. trial did
- A Sleeping Pill As a Stroke Aid?
French case suggests the unusual possibility
- Migraine Drugs Don't Cause Stroke, Heart Disease
British study finds no increased risk with triptan use
- Healthy Heart Habits May Keep 'Mini Strokes' at Bay
Proper diet and exercise might keep you sharper as you age
- The New ABCs of Cholesterol Health
The ApoB test is better way to gauge state of your arteries
- New Molecular Marker for Heart Disease Found
Protein linked to inflammation points to cardiovascular trouble
- Clogged Arteries Can Cause Mental Decline
Study finds higher risk of cognitive problems in elderly
- Inflammation Marker Linked to Eye Deterioration
C-reactive protein a risk factor for macular degeneration
- Depression Linked to Heart Disease in Older Women
It raises risk of cardiovascular problems by 50 percent
- Limiting the Damage of Stroke
Seven factors at stroke centers increased use of powerful drug, study says
- Strokes More Likely in Early Morning
Circadian rhythms play a role in the trend, study shows
- 'Stroke Belt' Applies to Kids, Too
Even children living in southeastern U.S. face higher risk of brain attacks
- Genetic Condition Could Lead to Strokes During Pregnancy
Disorder includes headaches, cognitive decline and dementia
- Metabolic Syndrome Ups Stroke Risk
Researchers suggest treating risk factors before it's too late
- Women More Susceptible to Stroke Than Men
High blood pressure is a major risk factor
- Cholesterol Drugs May Aid Stroke Patients
Those taking the medicines seem to suffer less cognitive impairment
- Angioplasty an Option for Clogged Brain Arteries
Procedure prevents stroke in those who don't respond to medication
- Vampire Bat Saliva Holds Key to Stroke Treatment
Drug derived from it extends time window for limiting brain damage
- Quick Tests Can Assess Stroke Risk
Three simple, cheap tests could prevent brain attacks in seniors, study finds
- Stroke Therapy Gets a New Twist
Corkscrew-like device removes offending clot
- Cooling Helmets Could Cut Stroke Damage
Pioneering studies borrow method developed by NASA
- Blood-Diverting Catheter May Help Stroke Victims
New device that redirects flow shows promise in pilot study
- 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
- New Marker for Heart Trouble Found
Study ties it to inflammation in people with chest pain
- Keeping Third Heart Attack, Stroke at Bay
Anti-clotting drug more effective than aspirin in preventing recurrence
- New Clue to Why Younger Women Face Lower Stroke Risk
Study finds they tend to have less neck artery plaque than men
- Erectile Dysfunction May Signal Heart Disease
Study ties it to artery problems in younger, healthy men
- Time Matters With Pulmonary Embolisms
Quick action can save your life, experts say
- Cognitive Decline Appears in People at Stroke Risk
Reducing risk factors may help prevent brain attack and Alzheimer's
- DVT Risks Often Ignored
Study says few people receive preventive treatment for deep vein thrombosis
- New Ways to Catch Heart Defect
Studies outline better methods to detect and treat dangerous condition
- 'Silent' Heart Arrhythmias More Common Than Thought
Researchers say anticoagulant therapy should be continued
- Heart Disease Remains Top Killer in U.S.
Group also marks milestones for 2003
- New Picture of Cell Death in Stroke
Finding could open way to better drug treatment
- Metabolic Syndrome Players Deadly When Combined
Study says any of them is bad, but a mixture is worse
- Unfit Today, Heart Trouble Tomorrow
Young treadmill dropouts at much higher risk
- Stroke May Boost Alzheimer's Risk
Finding could lead to future treatment for the disease
- New Risk for Heart Disease Found
Overweight people with smaller-sized apolipoprotein more likely to have heart disease
- Striking Back at Stroke
New campaign raises awareness about danger of atrial fibrillation
- Blood Molecule Tied to Hypertension Risk
C-reactive protein associated with yet another heart problem
- Moderate Drinking Shrinks Brain
Study also finds it has no protective effect on stroke
- Faster Brain Images Help Stroke Patients
New MRI technology improves diagnosis
- Hypertension, Inflammation a Deadly Combo
Stroke risk much higher in women with high CRP levels
- An Alternative to Warfarin
New drug may offer same stroke protection
- Potent AIDS Drugs Tied to Heart Disease
European study contradicts earlier findings
- New Drug Cuts Risk of Second Stroke, Heart Attack
Study finds anti-clotting medicine should be used for year after first attack
- Vitamin C May Ward Off Stroke
Study finds added benefit for smokers
- Ozone in Arteries Could be Danger Signal
Might serve as early warning of heart attack, study finds
- Heart Disease Starts in Childhood
Risk factors found in kids can predict problems in adulthood
- Halting Aspirin Therapy May Harm Heart Patients
Study finds high risk of serious cardiac problems
- Lowering Blood Pressure Harms Stroke Victims
Study says it leads to more brain damage
- More Than One Stent at a Time Safe After All
Multiple, simultaneous stenting of arteries poses no dangers, study says
- Treating Atrial Fibrillation a New Way
Closing left atrial pouch helps prevents strokes, study says
- Inflammation Molecules Signal Heart Risk
Role in medical practice not yet clear
- Dangerous Combo Could Lead to Stroke
Hormone therapy, high blood pressure may increase risk in postmenopausal women
- Public Awareness of Stroke Improves Care
A big campaign leads to better, faster treatment
- Improving the Odds for Stroke Survivors
Antidepressants may help reduce death rate, small study finds
- Recurrent Stroke Often Missed in Nursing Homes
Many residents not given clot-preventing treatment, study finds
- Study: Air Pollution Raises Stroke Risk
Two pollutants linked to increased hospital admissions
- Stroke-Dietary Fat Link Puzzles Researchers
Heart disease risk factor isn't one for brain attacks
- Genetics May Hold Key to Blood Pressure Treatment
Study to determine if genes influence medications' effects
- Aspirin Can Prevent 1st Heart Attack
New study underscores drug's ability to protect the heart
- Exercise Testing Warns Women of Heart Trouble
Poor performance more than triples death risk
- New Therapy Helps Stroke Patients
'Shaping' rehabilitation more effective than occupational therapy, study finds
- Treating Stroke Patients in Rural Areas
Web-based program helps those in outlying places
- Buying Time for Stroke Victims
New compound lengthens 'treatment window,' researchers say
- Angioplasty and Stenting Carry Small Stroke Risks
Cardiac procedures may dislodge particles that travel to brain, study says
- Stroke Patients Run Risk of Hidden Heart Disease
Researchers say they need to be checked even if they show no symptoms
- Blood-Thinning Therapy Cuts Stroke Risk
More warfarin is better in atrial fibrillation, study finds
- Cranberries Curb Stroke Damage
But laboratory findings a long way from clinical practice, experts say
- 'Legs for Life' Sets Its Run
National cardiovascular screening program to be held at 300 hospitals and clinics
- Stroke Risk Eyed in Those With Bad Heart Rhythm
Tool helps doctors figure who should go on blood thinner
- Stroke and Heat Stroke: Big Difference
The two are not the same, experts say
- Getting the Jump on Stroke Diagnosis
Teaching lay people early signs of attack can make difference in care
- Could Antibiotics Prevent Stroke?
Study suggests so, but experts urge caution
- Could Your Smile Betray a Heart Risk?
Early study results find cardiovascular link to tooth loss
- Atrial Fibrillation Cases Filling Hospital Beds
Hospitalizations for heartbeat woes nearly tripled between 1985 and 1999, report says.
- Stroke: It's Not Just a Man's Problem
Women have different symptoms and the effects can be more disabling
- Boys, Blacks at Higher Risk of Childhood Stroke
Study finds 2.3 cases per 100,000 children
- A Hidden Sign of Stroke Danger
Scattered loss of white matter deep in brain increases risk, study finds
- New Treatment for Blood Clots
Study looks at attaching anti-clotting agent to red blood cells
- Bringing Back the Sense of Touch
Stimulation, drugs can help stroke victims improve fingertip sensitivity
- A Super Pill to Thwart Heart Attacks and Stroke?
Researchers contend it can be created
- Side-by-Side Heart Aids Win Approval
To prevent 2nd attack or 2nd stroke
- Long Plane Rides Raise Risk of Rare Stroke
Chances elevated in people with heart deformity
- Blood Protein Predicts Stroke Risk
Inflammation marker independently tied to attacks in elderly
- Stopping Brain Aneurysms Without Surgery
Procedure used to treat weaknesses in arterial walls
- Stroke 'Belts' Tied to Long-Ago Malnutrition
Effects of deprivation in pregnancy felt to this day, study finds
- Looking at Link Between Kidney Failure and Heart Disease
National study to examine possible connections
- Surgery to Prevent Stroke Worthwhile
Study finds carotid artery cleaning useful in people over 80 who face high risk
- 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
- Stroke Hits Women Later But Harder
Study suggests more aggressive preventive treatment needed
- Can a Chinese Herb Help Dementia?
Small study says yes, but experts are wary
- A Better Way to Gauge High Blood Pressure
24-hour monitoring more accurate than office readings
- Chinese Immigrants Can Reduce Stroke Risk
Changes in lifestyles can improve their odds, study finds
- Vessel Condition Raises Stroke Risk
Researchers say finding won't lead to immediate changes
- MRI Spots Impending Stroke
Study finds scan helps detect dangerous plaque
- Staving off a Second Stroke
Many survivors fail to take simple steps to prevent another attack
- Two Clot Busters Boost Stroke Recovery
Second drug may help 20% who redevelop clots, finds initial study
- Hormone Therapy Doubles Dementia Risk
Alzheimer's increases significantly in older women
- New Insights into Preventing Deadly Strokes
Subarachnoid hemorrhages often strike young and middle-aged adults
- Can a Capsule Reduce Damage From a High-Fat Meal?
Study finds possible benefits of pill containing fruit, vegetable concentrates
- Study Contends Secondhand Smoke Won't Kill You
But critics dismiss it as bad science paid for by tobacco industry
- More Americans at Risk of High Blood Pressure
New U.S. guidelines affect 45 million people
- 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
- Chiropractic Tied to Rare Strokes
Study says practice can rupture arteries
- Watch for Signs of Mini-Strokes
Survey finds many people unaware of symptoms and risks
- Risky Stroke-Preventing Surgery Still Common
Study: Over 10% of carotid endarterectomies found inappropriate
- New Way to Detect Stroke
Diffusion-weighted MRI better than CT at diagnosing it
- Relative's Stroke Can Be a Warning
British study finds family history doubles your own risk
- A Promising Blood Pressure Trial Cut Short
Drug company mergers to blame, report says
- Protein Inhibits Atherosclerosis
Discovery could lead to treatments for this potential killer
- Surprising Cocktail Treats Stroke
Caffeine-alcohol combo protects against brain damage
- Catheters Put Some Heart Patients at Risk of Stroke
Those with aortic-valve stenosis fared better with non-invasive techniques
- Blood Marker Raises Stroke Risk in Healthy Men
Study finds more evidence C-reactive protein is a bad actor
- Anti-Arrhythmic Drugs Don't Do it All
These heart meds don't offer much protection against stroke, study finds
- A Stiff Aorta Is a Stroke Risk
Lack of flexibility can spell trouble, study says
- A Warning on Stopping Blood Thinners Before Surgery
Discontinuing their use can lead to stroke in some cases, new research says
- Cholesterol Drugs Help Those with Normal Cholesterol
Statins cut heart risk in those with high blood pressure
- Brain Can Regroup After Injury
It can reorganize functions to regain normal motor function, study finds
- Smoking Ups Stroke Risk
Men who light up increase chances of hemorrhagic stroke, study finds
- 'Silent' Strokes Linked to Dementia
Danish study finds symptomless attacks double risk
- Blood Vessel Damage in Eyes More Common in Blacks
May explain higher risk of stroke among black Americans, researchers say
- Aspirin Resistance Increases Heart Attack and Stroke Risk
Problems seen in those in whom aspirin doesn't block key chemical
- Stress Out, Stroke Out
High levels of stress can lead to fatal attacks, Danish study finds
- Women Should Cut Heart Disease Risks Before Menopause
The longer they wait, the greater the threat
- Do Short Thighs Boost Diabetes Risk?
Study links upper leg length and glucose intolerance in women
- Beating Odds of Heart Disease, Stroke in Diabetics
Major study to test best ways to lower risk
- Stroke Risk Strongest at Dawn
Elderly whose blood pressure spikes in the morning face greater chance of attack
- Natural Anti-Inflammatory Limits Stroke Damage
Stroke victims with high levels of interleukin-10 fare better after attack
- Homocysteine Hikes Stroke Risk
High levels of amino acid in those with heart disease carries additional danger
- Stroke Hits Blacks, Southerners Hardest
New atlas of brain attacks aims to help prevent them
- Surgery on Awake Patients May Cut Stroke Risk
Can report problems during a brain angioplasty
- New Stroke Buster
Drug may increase time window for treating victims
- Blood-Thinning Drug Cuts Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke
Clopidrogrel, when coupled with aspirin, can prevent subsequent heart problems
- Helping Stroke Patients Breathe Easier
Devices clear lungs of recovering victims
- The Economics of Stroke
People in poor neighborhoods face higher risk
- HRT Linked to Increased Stroke Risk
Estrogen-progestin combination appears to increase most women's risk, study concludes
- Study: Baby, Coated Aspirin Don't Thin Blood as Well
Finds adult uncoated doses could be better at preventing stroke
- Spot a Stroke in 60 Seconds
Researchers say quick diagnosis by bystanders could save lives
- Venting May Protect a Man's Heart
Letting it out once in awhile reduces risk of stroke and heart attack
- Yo-Yo Dieting Tugs on Your Heart's Strings
Repeated rounds of weight gain and loss can lead to coronary damage
- Moderate Drinking Can Keep Stroke at Bay
But too much alcohol dramatically boosts your risk, study finds
- Managing Type II Diabetes Sharply Cuts Heart Risk
Halves chances of heart attack or stroke, study says
- Infants and Stroke: A Very Real Concern
They're as common in newborns as they are in the elderly
- Doctors Urged to Watch Diabetics' Legs
Study says treatment can cut heart attack and stroke risk
- Strokes Can Strike at Balance
That can make dressing dangerous for stroke survivors, study finds
- Heart, Stroke Risk Starts Early in Type I Diabetics
Study finds odds much higher than had been thought
- Many Still in Dark About Stroke
Study finds 30% don't know symptoms or risk factors
- Blacks Don't Treat Stroke Risk Factors
Study finds problem even among those who have had a stroke
- Viagra May Be Linked to Clotting
Study finds impotence drug causes platelet clumping
- Paging Dr. Dracula
Vampire bat saliva treats stroke in mice, study says
- Fish Keeps Arteries Fit
It's rich in amino acid that boosts blood flow
- Study: Stem Cells Could Bypass Ethical Quagmire
Researchers harvest, reprogram cells from patients
- Warning Signs of Stroke
Quick treatment is essential
- Periodontal Disease Linked to Stroke
Fewer teeth, higher risk, study finds
- Study Confirms Benefits of Lower Blood Pressure
Drops prevent cardiovascular problems even for those in normal range
- Male Obesity More Risky Than Thought
But losing weight through dieting is not
- Bypass Bests Angioplasty for Some With Blocked Artery
Heart attack, stroke less likely in bypass group, study finds
- The Lowdown on High Cholesterol Counts
New heart association program aims to tame this health threat
- Statins Found Safe, Effective for Elderly
Study says they lower risk of heart disease and death
- Type A Types: The Real Heartbreakers
Aggressive people at risk of high blood pressure
- Migraine Type Affects Women's Stroke Risk
Those with aura boost odds
- Study: Folic Acid Can Protect the Heart
Researcher boldly says it'll lower homocysteine levels
- Aggressive Treatment Urged for 'Mini-Strokes'
Experts say most are actually full-fledged strokes
- Controlling Hypertension Doesn't Help Kidney Function
But study finds it can save lives anyway
- Many Causes Can Be Behind Kids' Strokes
They include chickenpox and anemia, British study contends
- Extra Pounds Increase Stroke Risk
Obese women have thicker carotid artery walls, study finds
- Medical Errors May Cause Significant Number of Heart Attacks
American Heart Association calls for procedure changes
- Stroke Fighters
New drugs may help protect brain against attacks
- Inflammation Increases Chance of Stroke
New Swedish study tracked 6,000 men for almost 20 years
- ERs Can Prevent Emergencies, Too
It's a place to identify people at risk of stroke
- More Time to Give Clot-Busters a 'Double-Edged Sword'
Drugs may be given directly into artery, but doing so causes more brain bleeding
- Women And Men Often Feel Strokes Differently
Females report more nontraditional signs, study says
- Children Aren't Immune to Strokes
New research finds they're more common than even doctors realize
- Synthetic Protein Protects Rats from Stroke
New method may be tested on humans soon
- Pessimists Face Tough Recovery From Stroke
They're five times more likely to suffer depression after brain attack
- Blood Molecule Boosts Risk of Stroke, Alzheimer's
Study finds even moderate homocysteine levels raise odds
- Promising New Stroke Therapy
Synthetic antioxidant may help victims hours after a stroke
- Fainting May Betray a Faint Heart
Passing out raises risk of death, study says
- Acupuncture as Stroke Medicine?
Pilot study will look at whether it can treat weakness, paralysis
- Stroke Vaccine Passes Early Test
Animal study shows promising results
- Lowering Cholesterol Prevents Stroke in Heart Attack Patients
Drug therapy cuts stroke risk in half
- Vitamin Cocktail After Angioplasty Boosts Heart Health
Vitamins lower homocysteine levels in those getting artery-opening procedure
- Human Marrow Helps Rats Recover from Stroke
Show improvement two weeks after 'remodeling' transplant
- Botox Helps Stroke Victims
Injection relieves debilitating muscle spasticity
- Another Dimension in MRI Scanning
New technology provides three-dimensional images of soft tissues
- Dementia + Stroke a Potentially Fatal Combination
New research indicates dementia associated with a stroke can dramatically increase fatality risk
- Linoleic Acid Cuts Stroke Risk
But researchers warn it's not the popular 'conjugated' acid used as a supplement
- Take Warnings About Sleep Apnea to Heart
It boosts your chances of developing cardiovascular disease
- Heart Deaths Rise in Russia
Study: Most of world sees decline
- Weather Not Linked to Stroke
Canadian study finds no connection
- Stroke Help Better at Experienced Hospitals
Those that frequently treat bleeding strokes more likely to save you
- Women Warned About High Cholesterol
High levels increase stroke risk even in the young, study says
- Hormone Therapy Trial Halted
Part of national study cut short after health risks found to outweigh benefits
- Aspirin Can Save Lives After Stroke
Experts recommend giving two tablets within 48 hours
- Virulent Form of Ulcer Bug Tied to Stroke
H. pylori strain could cause artery-damaging inflammation
- Study Urges Downward Shift in 'Safe' Cholesterol Levels
Finds that statins help people with normal readings
- Combo Therapy Helps Cut High Blood Pressure
Drug study finds black patients benefited from switching to Lotrel
- Molecule Rewires Brain After Stroke
Rat study on inosine hold promise for people
- U.S. Stroke Rates Remain Constant
New educational CD aims to reduce incidents
- The Lowdown on Cholesterol-Lowering Medications
Figuring out which to use depends on what your needs are
- Gene Abnormality Increases Stroke Risk for Young Adults
Variation on one gene showed up in patients under 45
- Low Levels of Vitamin C a Risk Factor for Stroke
Men who are overweight or have hypertension have heightened risk, Finnish study finds
- Combo Therapy Offers Hope to Long-Term Stroke Patients
But improvements may not make functional difference
- Inert Gas Could Protect Damaged Nerve Cells
Researchers say xenon blocks substance that destroys cells
- Almost Half of Stroke Deaths Occur Outside Hospital
CDC urges people to know symptoms, get help fast
- Know the Signs of a Stroke
Lots of people don't
- Stroke Doesn't Strike Fear in People
Prevention, treatment education are goals of Stroke Awareness Month
- High Folic Acid Intake Cuts Stroke Risk
Study finds 20% reduction in people taking 300 micrograms daily
- Stroking Bone Health
Report suggests doctors overlook common complication of stroke -- osteoporosis
- So What If My Dad Had a Stroke?
Study finds no lifestyle changes in young adult family members
- Testosterone May Be Stroke Shield
But study finds no benefit in natural estrogen levels
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