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Increased Risk of Blood Clots Lasts 12 Weeks After Pregnancy, Not Just Six
New research shows that women are at risk of stroke or heart attack after giving birth for longer than doctors originally thought
New Guidelines for Cholesterol Treatments Represent “Huge Change”
New guidelines would double the number of Americans on cholesterol-lowering drugs.
A Smarter Way to Prevent Heart Attacks
Under new guidelines, one third of adults in the U.S. should consider using statins based on their overall health profile, not just their cholesterol number
Faster Care Is Not Lowering Heart Attack Death Rates
Doctors have sped up how quickly they treat heart attack patients, but it’s not saving more lives.
President George W. Bush Has Stent Procedure
Former President George W. Bush was hospitalized on Tuesday to treat a blocked artery in his heart.
Statins Have Few Side Effects, But Should More People Be Taking Them?
Statins lower cholesterol, reduce inflammation and may be responsible for saving thousands of lives. Should everyone be taking the wonder drug?
Dr. Oz on the Real Threat to the Sopranos
James Gandolfini’s death is a reminder that everyone is vulnerable to heart disease
The Worst Times to Be Treated for a Heart Condition
Some months, days of the week and even times of day are linked to a greater risk of dying if you have a heart condition.
It’s the Olive Oil: Mediterranean Diet Lowers Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
The Mediterranean diet is a well-known weapon in the fight against heart disease, but exactly how effective is it?
CT Scans May Predict Heart Disease Better than Existing Tests for Some Patients
Even if cholesterol tests and blood pressure readings don’t signal heart trouble, a CT scan could raise red flags.
Marijuana Linked to Increased Stroke Risk
Two new studies add to the confusion over the health effects of marijuana.
Unemployment is Hard on the Heart, and the Harm May Add Up
Repeated job losses may be as damaging to heart health as smoking, high blood pressure, or diabetes