Taiwan's ex-president prescribed week in hospital Asia News Network Wed, 07 Mar 2012 18:04 PM PST The state-run Taoyuan General Hospital said former Taiwan president Chen Shui-bian was yesterday diagnosed with coronary heart disease and prescribed one week of medical leave from Taipei Prison. Th ..... | Tighter curbs on food, oil products to boost health Straits Times Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:59 PM PST From May, all cooked food outlets and supermarkets will have to use or sell healthier fat and oil products that meet new trans-fat limits. The Health Ministry wants to help Singaporeans eat healthier and cut the risks of heart disease. Related Stories Income cap for health-care subsidies eased MediShield premiums to go up as payouts increase Commuters may find it easier to book a cab soon New ... | Mom raises heart health awareness Greenwich Time Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:18 PM PST Martine Curto in good health at her home in Stamford, Conn., February 23, 2012. Curto, a triathlete in seemingly excellent health, suffered a heart attack in July last year. | Heart attacks rise following daylight saving time Science Daily Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:17 PM PST The Monday and Tuesday after moving the clocks ahead one hour in March is associated with a 10 percent increase in the risk of having a heart attack. Learn what you can do to mitigate your risk. | ArcelorMittal enhances commitment to healthier communities 19 Action News Cleveland Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:04 PM PST ArcelorMittal, the world's largest steel and mining company, is providing significant support for the American Heart Association's new My Heart. My Life. healthy behavior platform. | Extra, Extra: Can A Pill Really Prevent Racism? Gothamist Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:32 PM PST Because science thinks a heart disease pill might also be able to bring racial harmony, check out today's end-of-day links: Obama on racism and fainting, Schemer, Romney's overbite, and baby goats wearing sweaters. Don't forget to follow Gothamist on Twitter and like us on Facebook . You can also get the top stories mailed to youâ" sign up here . [ more ⺠] | Co-workers lose 500 pounds in weight-loss challenge KTVK 3TV Phoenix Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:10 PM PST PHOENIX --Nearly 200 people in the Valley are participating in The President's Challenge to get healthier. There are 20 teams from six different companies working to lose weight, better manage stress, improve heart health and overall strength. The group has shed 500 pounds is just more than 90 days. One of the team members is Michelle Diaz. She will be the first one to tell you her weight loss ... | | |
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