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New Drug Cuts Deaths After Heart Attack, Study Says

A large study finds that people recovering from a heart attack or severe chest pain are much less likely to suffer another heart-related problem or to die from one if they take a new blood-thinning drug along with standard anti-clotting medicines

Childhood secondhand smoke exposure damages arteries

Exposure to second-hand smoke in childhood causes irreversible damage to children's arteries - increasing their risk of heart attacks or strokes when they grow up, according to a large international study published on Wednesday.

What happens during heart valve replacement surgery?

When patients suffer from aortic stenosis their heart valves do not fully open. To treat this, doctors often recommend surgery to implant a prosthetic valve. Dr. Manny goes into the operating room to show us exactly how it’s done

Experts to Hunt Down Rogue Genes for China's Cholesterol Problem

Scientists in Hong Kong are embarking on a study to identify genes that are responsible for high cholesterol and heart disease in patients in southern China, which they hope will pave the way for the design of better drugs

Smoke from wildfires may trigger heart issues

Air pollution from wildfires may trigger heart attacks, cardiac arrest or other heart disease symptoms, Australian researchers say.

American Heart Association calls for focus on social factors

The American Heart Association said today that more attention needs to be paid to the social factors that influence heart health, such as race, education, and address.

FDA issues new requirements to improve defibrillator safety

The Food and Drug Administration is requiring makers of heart-zapping defibrillators to submit more data on the emergency care devices after years of recalls and manufacturing problems.

Try Upping 'White' Fruits to Avoid Stroke

The old adage that "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" is a good one to follow, according to a new Dutch study. The researchers found that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables with white flesh, such as apples and pears, may protect you against stroke

Pain relievers may increase risk of irregular heartbeat

Popular pain relievers may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation – the most common cause of irregular heartbeat, The New York Times reported.

Calorie counts come down at restaurants

Amid growing pressure for healthier food choices, big restaurant chains have been introducing new lower-calorie menu items that could make a dent in the country’s obesity epidemic, according to a new study.