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HEART HEALTH March 8, 2017

Quality of life after heart CT scan depends on results

Improvement or worsening of chest pain symptoms and quality of life after a CT scan of the heart may depend on what the scan finds, a large study suggests.

HEART HEALTH February 27, 2017

For men, heavy drinking may damage hearts over time

Men with a history of heavy drinking are more likely to have stiff walls in the arteries that supply blood to the heart, an important measure of heart risk, according to a recent study.

Men's Health February 14, 2017

Heavy snowfall tied to higher heart attack risk for men

Men may be at increased risk for a fatal heart attack after a major snowstorm hits, a Canadian study suggests.

NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH December 8, 2016

Heart problems tied to increased risk of suicide

People with acute coronary syndrome caused by poor blood flow to the heart may be at an increased risk of suicide - especially in the six months following their diagnosis, according to a new study from Taiwan.

Angina November 21, 2016

Why you should use some heartburn meds with caution

Heartburn is a big problem in the US.

HEART HEALTH November 2, 2016

Biking for work or play may stave off heart disease

Adults who bike regularly, whether for fun or for transportation, may have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease than people who don't spend much time cycling, two recent studies suggest.

HEART HEALTH October 27, 2016

Pollution particles damage blood vessels, may lead to heart disease

Tiny pollution particles produced by vehicle engines and industry are known to worsen heart disease and raise the risk of stroke, but a new study suggests they might also be planting the seeds for cardiovascular disease early on.

HEART HEALTH October 26, 2016

Bypass surgery may be better than stents for patients who skip meds

For heart disease patients who adhere to optimal medical therapy, outcomes of coronary bypass graft surgery (CABG) and percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) may not differ, a new study finds.

HEART HEALTH October 26, 2016

Physical strain, emotional upset can trigger heart attack

Intense physical exertion or extreme emotional upset can each trigger a heart attack, and the risk may be highest if the two are combined, according to a new study.

ENDOCRINE October 7, 2016

Underactive thyroid may be overdiagnosed, overtreated in the elderly

Older people may too often be diagnosed with an underactive thyroid and prescribed thyroid hormones, which can cause new troubles and expenses without improving their lives, researchers say.