08/29/08
Events
By Eliz Greene
September has been declared Atrial Fibrillation Month to raise awareness of this life-threatening heart condition. Heart attack-survivor Eliz Greene interviewed Mellanie True Hills, founder of the patient resource StopAfib.org
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08/26/08
Research
By Corie Richter
New research has determined that in addition to damaging lungs, air pollution can have extremely detrimental effects on heart health. Read more about this research and the cardiac risk of air pollution.
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08/20/08
Living Well
By Mari S. Gold
Although angina is affects millions of Americans, it can easily be controlled and prevented by making simple lifestyle changes. Treating related conditions, changing eating and exercise habits, quiting smoking, and regular doctor's visits can help control or prevent angina. Read more.
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08/15/08
Living Well
By Eliz Greene
Traveling can throw off your heart-healthy habits. Heart attack-survivor Eliz Greene shares tips to stay on track.
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08/13/08
Disease Basics
By Mari S. Gold
Angina, or chest pain, is a common occurrence among nearly 7 million Americans. Women have a higher rate of stable angina--the most common type of angina. Read more about stable and unstable angina.
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08/11/08
Treatment Options
By Corie Richter
Patients are taking charge of their own treatment more than ever--including patients with congestive heart failure. Some patients opt for treatments that will increase their quality of life, but may not increase their lifespan. Read more.
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08/08/08
Treatment Options
By Mari S. Gold
Nitroglycerin is a common treatment for chronic angina. Nitrites and beta blockers are also used in certain cases. Read more about these treatments.
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08/06/08
Prevention
By Corie Richter
A ban smoking in public places in Scotland has led to a significant decrease in the number of cases of acute coronary syndrome, like chest pain, admitted to the hospital. Read more.
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08/04/08
Nutrition & Exercise
By Eliz Greene
News stories suggest eating bacon, hamburgers, and doughnuts may be more heart-healthy than eating tilapia. Heart attack-survivor Eliz Greene clears up the confusion about America's most popular fish.
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08/01/08
Treatment Options
By Corie Richter
While atrial fibrillation, or an erratic heart beat, can be treated with medications, some of those medications cause serious side effects. A new minimally invasive surgical has shown promising results in treating atrial fibrillation. Read more.
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