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Blood Thinners Effective with Careful Management
04/17/08
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Pioglitazone Appears to Reverse Atherosclerosis in Diabetes
04/09/08
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Tips for Taking Coumadin
03/14/08
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High Blood Pressure Vaccine on the Horizon
03/12/08
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Bypass Surgery for the Young at Heart, Old in Years
02/13/08
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By Corie Richter
While surgery for the elderly has traditionally been frowned upon, research shows that cardiac bypass surgery may prolong life in patients 80 years old or older. The surgery is intended to increase the quality of life.
Surprising Cardiac Rehabilitation Participation Statistics
02/06/08
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By Corie Richter
One of the most successful treatment tools for serious cardiac events is one that is often vastly underused. Cardiac rehabilitation can aid recovery, control heart conditions, and limit, even reverse, existing heart problems.
Common Drug-Releasing Stents Have Similar Outcomes
02/04/08
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Between the first two commercial drug-releasing stents, there is little difference in outcomes like heart attack or death. A study reviewed the effectiveness of both stents.
Medication in the Cholesterol-Managing Arsenal
01/17/08
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When diet and lifestyle changes aren't enough, doctors will prescribe medications to combat cholesterol.
FDA Approves New Beta Blocker to Treat High Blood Pressure
12/18/07
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A new beta blocker has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to help reduce high blood pressure. Beta blockers are one of many heart medications. They reduce blood pressure by reducing the force with which the heart pumps.
Taking Down High Blood Pressure With Medication
11/21/07
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High blood pressure or hypertension is a lifelong condition. It cannot be cured, but it can be successfully managed by making careful lifestyle choices and in some cases, adding prescription medications to the mix. These medications, known as antihypertensives, represent a lifetime commitment to managing blood pressure. If your doctor recommends adding one of these treatments to your blood pressure therapy, discuss your options carefully.
