FDA’s New Food Labels Would Focus on Calories, Sugar Content
2014-02-27
Another goal: give consumers a better understanding of realistic serving sizesContinue Reading
Getting Teeth Pulled Before Heart Surgery May Pose Serious Risks
2014-02-27
Study found 8 percent of those who did suffered a heart attack, stroke, kidney failure or deathContinue Reading
Transfusions Risky During Certain Heart Procedures, Study Finds
2014-02-25
Angioplasty patients run the risk of heart attacks, strokes and death, researchers say
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Heavy Kids Exposed to Everyday Chemicals May Face More Heart Risks
2014-02-25
Endocrine system might be disrupted by these water, stain repellants, study saysContinue Reading
Vigorous Exertion at Work May Trigger Heart Attacks, Strokes
2014-02-25
Study looked at circumstances of firefighters who died on the jobContinue Reading
Flu Shot May Lower Stroke Risk, Too
2014-02-25
Getting immunized early in season delivers most cardiovascular benefit, study suggestsContinue Reading
Vitamins, Supplements and Disease Prevention
2014-02-25
An extensive review of vitamin research suggests that beta-carotene and vitamin E supplements do not protect against heart disease or cancer.Continue Reading
Health Tip: Shop for Heart-Healthy Fruits and Veggies
2014-02-25
In a pinch, frozen will do
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Diabetes Boosts Stroke Risk for Women, But Not Men: Study
2014-02-24
Research finds big gender gap, which one doctor believes is tied to better treatment for menContinue Reading
Healthy Adults Shouldn’t Take Vitamin E, Beta Carotene: Expert Panel
2014-02-24
Jury still out on whether multivitamins prevent cancer or heart disease, task force saysContinue Reading
Blood Thinners Now Recommended for People With Irregular Heartbeat
2014-02-24
Updated guideline from American Academy of Neurology aims to reduce stroke riskContinue Reading
Blood Pressure Meds May Raise Risk of Serious Falls for Seniors
2014-02-24
Study found those over 70 who took medications were up to 40 percent more likely to be injuredContinue Reading
Vegetarian Diet May Help Lower Blood Pressure, Research Suggests
2014-02-24
Japanese review of 39 studies shows a meatless menu might boost cardiovascular health, but the findings are preliminaryContinue Reading