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Smyrna man, 41, thought he had severe heartburn. It turned out that he was on the verge of a major heart attack Marietta Daily Journal Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:10 PM PST MARIETTA - On Dec. 20, Tony Marcellino, 41, of Smyrna, was expecting to celebrate his fiance's birthday. He had felt what he thought was severe heartburn for a couple of weeks, and had made an ap... A boost for the heart Omaha World-Herald Sat, 27 Feb 2010 22:03 PM PST Is vitamin D the next big thing in heart health? Preventative stroke care too low: study Brisbane Times Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:38 PM PST Up to 70 per cent of Australians at high risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke within five years are not receiving the medical care, a study shows. Most Australians not receiving preventative heart attack care thewest.com.au Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:31 PM PST Up to 70 per cent of Australians at high risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke within five years are not receiving the medical care that could prevent this happening, a study shows. Simple, effective steps can help prevent chronic kidney disease Richmond Times-Dispatch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:30 PM PST There are certain chronic health conditions that dominate the headlines, such as cancer and heart disease. The ailments that generate the most buzz seem to be those that affect the most people and, at the same time, are to some extent preventable. This brings us to the curious case of kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease, or CKD, fits the same profile in terms of being common and yet often ... People’s Pharmacy: avoiding plastic from canned food Richmond Times-Dispatch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:29 PM PST Q:I suffer from heart disease and take aspirin and Plavix as blood thinners, as well as Lipitor and fish oil to lower cholesterol. The medical literature suggests that ibuprofen interferes with the heart benefits of aspirin and may cause an increase in heart attacks. I need an anti-inflammatory drug for muscle aches and joint pain. What can I take safely? Savvy Senior column by Jim Miller Richmond Times-Dispatch Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:28 PM PST Q:What can you tell me about home genetic tests that predict the risks of developing certain diseases? My mother died from breast cancer, and my dad died from a heart attack. I’m wondering if these diseases are in my genes, too. Answer: It used to be that genetic tests were available only through doctors’ offices. But now dozens of companies offer at-home genetic test kits for the early ... Infant's heart condition, surgery give Spring Township family a scare Reading Eagle Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:26 PM PST Nothing may compare psychologically to mending a broken heart, except physically repairing one that has two holes in it. Ask Nicole Geloso, 31, and her husband, Joseph, 37, Spring Township, parents of a smiling baby boy named Joseph, a little over 9 months old. Reading man first in state to undergo relatively new surgery to correct heart condition Reading Eagle Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:26 PM PST In an impatient world, it's a kindness to describe Ted Chase, 57, of Reading as persistent. In fact, that attribute may partially explain why this longtime chef has the recipe to stay alive, why he survives. Memphis Tigers 76, Southern Miss 69 The Memphis Flyer Sat, 27 Feb 2010 21:25 PM PST Canadian figure skater Joannie Rochette set a standard for inspired athletic performance this week, earning an Olympic bronze medal merely a few days after losing her mother to a heart attack. Tonight at FedExForum, Roburt Sallie took the floor with similar matters outweighing the significance of a basketball game. Only a few hours after learning his 65-year-old father has been diagnosed with ...

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