Health News Archives
Heart Attack: Symptoms/Warning Signs/Risk Factors
Defect in Gene Tied to Atrial Fibrillation Finding challenges idea that the heart rhythm disorder is an electrical problem
Lung Disease Tied to Increased Risk for Cardiac Events IPF patients 3 times more likely to suffer heart problems, study says
Depressions Behavior Changes Linked to Heart Risks But lifestyle modifications, especially exercise, can cut the odds, study says
EKG Not Strong Predictor of Heart Risk Adds little to other diagnostic measures, British researchers report
Heartbeat Might One Day Power Pacemakers British researchers suggest harnessing that energy could lead to cardiac devices that last longer, do more
Speed Not Always of the Essence With Heart Cases in ER Study found some low-risk patients can wait for tests
Banned Obesity Drug Tied to Heart Risks Long After Use Study shows appetite suppressant fenfluramine may damage cardiac valves years later
Sudden Death Risk Highest 30 Days After Heart Attack But mortality rate has declined over past 3 decades, study shows
Kidney Patients More Susceptible to Sudden Cardiac Death Study found inflammation, malnutrition raised risk in this group
Heart Failure Raises Risk of Fractures Researchers say finding calls for better osteoporosis screening, treatment in these patients
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