Dr. Andy: Heart attacks rise for women
The News-Press Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:18 PM PST
According to a recent report from the Archives of Internal Medicine, heart attack rates for women may be on the rise. |
Veterans group reaches out
The Evening Sun Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:11 PM PST
Purple Heart order a graying group in Hanover. On Wednesday, a local chapter of a veterans organization is having a fundraiser at Hoss's Steak and Sea House in Hanover. |
Without a safety net
The St. Charles Sun Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:03 PM PST
In May 2007, Dianne's heart failed. She had health insurance, but it would not cover rehab. But it got worse: Her husband's former employer had kept the couple's insurance. But rising premiums soon overwhelmed that generosity. |
Lowering cholesterol with statins and lessening heart disease
Miami Herald Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:02 PM PST
You can hardly watch television these days without seeing commercials for statin drugs such as Lipitor and Zocor. They lower cholesterol, which in turn keeps plaque from forming in the arteries, reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke. |
Junk food often looks more nutritious than fresh fruits, veggies
The Oklahoman Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:00 PM PST
Sugary cereals with refined grains are labeled a "Smart Choice†or a way to "support your child’s immunity.â€Corn oil and chips boast they are good for your heart.Ice cream snacks brag about having "0 grams trans fat,†but a serving contains about 20 grams of saturated fat â€" a whole day’s worth.And a "vitamin-enhanced drink mix†claims that its vitamins A, C and E will help "maintain a healthy ... |
GICD, Stanford University collaborate to develop stem cell and regenerative medicine therapies
News-Medical-Net Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:43 PM PST
Scientists at the Gladstone Institute of Cardiovascular Disease (GICD) and Stanford University School of Medicine will collaborate in a new consortium funded by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI) to develop stem cell and regenerative medicine therapies. GICD investigators, led by GICD Director Deepak Srivastava, MD, will collaborate with a Stanford team led by Robert Robbins ... |
UT Southwestern Childhood-cancer Survivor Program Celebrates 20 Years
Newswise Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:39 PM PST
Alexandra Wilson was just 4 when she was diagnosed with acute lymphocytic leukemia, a cancer affecting blood and blood marrow. Eleven years after completing treatment at Children's Medical Center Dallas she experienced heart abnormalities as a result of her chemotherapy. The sophomore at UT Dallas now receives her follow-up treatment at UT Southwestern Medical Center. |
Donegal actor dies after battle with cancer
Belfast Telegraph Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:37 PM PST
An actor of Irish comedy drama, Sean McGinley, has died following a two-year battle with cancer. Related Stories New Boyzone album will be tribute to Stephen Gately Friends of Stephen Gately fear he may not have made a will X Factor's Rachel cries her heart out as Irish Jedward twins survive On The Grapevine Ronan Keating: How I broke Stephen Gately news to Boyzone |
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