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St. Jude Advises Doctors of Heart Lead Problems

St. Jude Medical Inc has sent a letter to doctors advising them that its Riata leads that connect implanted defibrillators to the heart have a higher rate of insulation failures than previously reported

U.S. Doctors Overuse Costly Heart Treatments, Study Claims

Outside of heart attacks, U.S. doctors are often too quick to use a common $20,000 procedure to treat patients suffering from coronary artery disease

Angina May Point to Underlying Heart Problems

Angina affects nearly 7 million people in the United States, according to the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Angina is a condition characterized by chest pain and pressure, and it affects men and women equally. Here is a guide to understanding angina:

Stop Smoking to Manage Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) may affect up to 24 million people, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. COPD is characterized by lung damage that makes breathing extremely difficult. Simple tasks like climbing the stairs or even walking can become impossible feats when you cannot breathe. Nonetheless, many people with COPD lead fulfilling lives every day. Through a combination of professional health care and ongoing healthy habits, you can combat your cough. Here are five ways to fight against COPD:

Five Simple Ways to Manage High Blood Pressure

Facing high blood pressure can be a worrying prospect. Caused by increased pressure on the walls of the arteries, hypertension places added strain on your heart, which can lead to serious, and even fatal medical conditions including heart disease, kidney failure and stroke. Fortunately, a few simple measures can help reduce your blood pressure down to normal levels and greatly improve your overall health. Here are five of your best options:

Control Blood Sugar With the Glycemic Index Diet

The low glycemic index (GI) diet centers around a taxonomy of carbohydrates that classifies some foods as healthier than others. Proponents argue that the GI diet can help you lose weight and ward off chronic illness — without counting calories or cutting  carbohydrates. The underlying premise behind the GI diet claims that your body metabolizes different carbohydrates at different rates. A carbohydrate that is consumed too quickly can cause unhealthy spikes in blood sugar. The diet purports that a healthier diet is composed of foods that will release sugar slowly and evenly. If you think the GI stands for good idea, here is a guide to the basics of a low glycemic index diet:

Regular Checkups Are Critical for Managing High Blood Pressure

Blood pressure refers to the pressure exerted on the walls of your arteries as the heart pumps blood around your body. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a serious condition that can strain your body in a number of different ways. If left untreated, it could potentially lead to coronary heart disease and increase the risk of heart failure, stroke, and kidney failure. Fortunately, some minor lifestyle adjustments and medical treatments can help you manage and lower your blood pressure before it develops into a chronic medical condition.

Is dark meat better for your heart?

According to the American Heart Association, simple dietary and lifestyle changes can make a big impact when it comes to heart health. In the fight against heart disease, a healthy diet can make all the difference when it comes to lowering cholesterol and preventing future heart-related events

Dick Cheney shares concerns about ObamaCare overregulation

Dr. Siegel sits down with former VP

Fox News' Alan Komissaroff almost died of a heart attack

Underwent cardiac arrest six times