Egg warning for Type 2 diabetics Nov 21, 2008
The same research team reported in April that middle-aged men who ate eggs daily increased their risk of earlier death from heart attack or cardiovascular disease. Male egg eaters tended to be fatter and older, and to smoke and drink alcohol and less likely to exercise. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Weight-loss surgery saves lives, studies find Nov 21, 2008
During the average seven years of follow-up, Adams and his colleagues found that the surgery patients had a 56% decrease in deaths from cardiovascular disease, a 92% drop in deaths from diabetes and a 60% decline in deaths from cancer. Those declines were partly offset by an increase in deaths from suicide, accidents and poisoning, but overall the number of deaths dropped by 40% in the surgery group, when adjusted for risks and other factors 213 deaths in the surgery group and 321 in the control... (Yahoo News -- Obesity)
* Doctors urge government to revise NHI regulations Nov 21, 2008
Doctors from several medical associations came together yesterday to urge the government to revise health insurance regulations to allow for early and continuous treatment of cholesterol control in an effort to lower the rate of cardiovascular disease ... The American Heart Association says that a high cholesterol and fat diet is a leading cause of cardiovascular disease, which has ranked second to fourth in the leading causes of death in the nation in the past few years, Hwang said ... By... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Taiwan)
Brush your teeth, save your life? Nov 21, 2008
In theory, by removing his patient's teeth ravaged by gum disease, "we reduced the number of inflamed and infected sites in her mouth, which may reduce her overall inflammatory burden and thus reduce her risk for cardiovascular disease," said Bouloux, an assistant professor at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Doctors have known for years that gum disease and heart disease are linked, but they have yet to reach agreement on the exact reasons behind the connection. (CNN -- Law)
Children of centenarians live longer, have lower risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes Nov 21, 2008
The results are consistent with previous research, which suggested that the avoidance or delay of cardiovascular disease and cardiovascular risk factors, including high blood pressure and diabetes, runs strongly in the families of centenarians, particularly amongst their children. Dellara F. Terry, co-author of the study, points out that offspring of centenarians maintain these cardiovascular advantages throughout their lives. (EurekAlert!)
Obesity epidemic: We can improve health of kids Nov 21, 2008
A startling percentage of children and adolescents face health issues that used to be common among adults - high blood pressure, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. This epidemic of childhood obesity is quickly gaining the attention of the health industry in our nation. (Florida Times-Union)
Science and Technology Results of landmark statin study revealed Nov 20, 2008
The results of the landmark trial showed that rosuvastatin calcium 20 mg significantly reduced major cardiovascular events that include combined risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, arterial revascularization, hospitalization for unstable angina or death from cardiovascular disease by 44 percent compared to placebo ... Dr. Paul Ridker, lead author of the landmark trial and the director of the Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention at Brigham and Women s Hospital, emphasized that the... (Philippine Star)
Crestor Study Will Boost Statin Demand Nov 20, 2008
In a study that will likely change medical practice, researchers reported that Crestor, a cholesterol-fighting statin made by AstraZeneca (NYSE: - ), reduced the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular disease by a surprisingly robust 45% in people who do not have high cholesterol ... All had low levels of LDL cholesterol levels -- which would normally argue against putting them on a statin -- and no history of cardiovascular disease ... But it was striking that -- among those at low... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
AstraZeneca's Crestor cuts deaths and heart attacks Nov 20, 2008
"Half of all heart attacks and strokes occur in men and women with normal cholesterol," said Dr. Paul Ridker, director of the Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention at Brigham 's Hospital in Boston, who led the study. "We've been searching for ways to improve detection of risk in those patients," Ridker said. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
African-Americans With Depression And Heart Attack Have Greater Risk Of Death Nov 20, 2008
Heart attacks are the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. Risk factors include cardiovascular disease, older age, tobacco use, diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, chronic kidney disease, heart failure, excessive alcohol consumption and chronic high level of stress. Using the Patient Health Questionnaire as part of a prospective myocardial infraction registry, Parashar and her team measured depressive symptoms in 397 African-American MI patients at Grady Memorial... (Science Daily)
Genetics For Personalized Coronary Heart Disease Treatment Nov 20, 2008
Paul; and James Willerson of the Texas Heart Institute and adjunct professor of medicine at BCM; Ballantyne is also the director of the Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention at the Methodist DeBakey Heart & Vascular Center. Funding for this work came from the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. (Science Daily)
Low-dose Aspirin Does Not Appear To Reduce Risk Of CV Events In Patients With Diabetes Nov 20, 2008
"These findings should be interpreted in context with the low incidence of atherosclerotic disease in Japan and the current management practice for cardiovascular risk factors and suggest the need to conduct additional studies of aspirin for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in diabetic patients." ... "The issue of aspirin therapy for patients with diabetes is an example of how, in the presence of a long-lasting uncertainty, scientific organizations or governmental bodies should... (Science Daily)
Vitamins 'could shorten lifespan' Nov 20, 2008
How sensible scientists can suggest a single antioxidant supplement can have a major effect where patients already have advanced cardiovascular disease is ridiculous ... " However, Dr Ann Walker, of the Health Supplements Information Service, said the findings of the study were "worthless". She said some of the studies which had been examined by the Copenhagen team involved patients who were already seriously ill. "How sensible scientists can suggest that a modest intervention of a single... (Yahoo News -- Diet and Nutrition)
20 million to fight virtual crime and treat our ageing population Nov 20, 2008
" Improving our "cyber security" Currently, with around 1 trillion devices with the ability to access the internet, connectivity has never been easier. However, with global connectivity comes global vulnerability in terms privacy, security and trustworthiness of information. Secure information technologies are vital in the 21st Century information age if the relentless developments in computer, communications and network technologies are to continue. "Cyber-attack", including financial and... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Ginkgo may be waste of money, memory Nov 20, 2008
But ginkgo biloba is not without risks: The 25 per cent of participants who had cardiovascular disease prior to enrolling in the study were more likely to develop dementia if they took ginkgo biloba. The decision on using the supplement should be discussed with your physician. (Globe and Mail)
Bioheart Announces CE Marking for TGI 1200(tm) Adult Stem Cell Isolation System Nov 20, 2008
Nov. 20, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bioheart, Inc. (NasdaqCM: - ), a company committed to delivering intelligent devices and biologics that help monitor, diagnose and treat heart failure and other cardiovascular diseases, today announced that CE mark has been applied to the TGI 1200 System in order to begin marketing the TGI 1200 System in all countries recognizing the CE mark ... Bioheart, Inc. (NasdaqCM: - ) is committed to delivering intelligent devices and biologics that help monitor, diagnose... (Primezone Releases)
Job burn-out 'ups diabetes risk' Nov 20, 2008
Lead researcher Dr Samule Melamed said: "Emotional burn-out may pose a risk to health. "Earlier studies have found it to be associated with cardiovascular disease risk, sleep disturbances, impaired fertility and musculoskeletal pain. "Our finding suggests that the potential damage to health may be greater than suspected and it may also include a risk of diabetes.". (Yahoo News -- Diabetes)
Ginkgo No Shield Against Alzheimer's Nov 20, 2008
However, the author of an accompanying editorial in the same issue of the journal, Dr. Lon Schneider, director of the State of California Alzheimer's Disease Research and Clinical Center at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, pointed out that for people with a history of cardiovascular disease, there was an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke in the group taking ginkgo, though the difference didn't reach statistical significance. Eight people in the placebo compared to 16 in... (MEDLINEplus)
Too Little Sleep Tied to Increased Cancer Risk Nov 20, 2008
Sleep experts say chronic sleep loss is associated with obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke, cardiovascular disease, depression, cigarette smoking and excessive drinking. In addition, research had shown that people who get regular exercise have a reduced risk of breast, colon and other types of cancer. (MEDLINEplus)
Attending Religious Services Cuts Death Risk Nov 20, 2008
Although the study showed as much as a 20 percent decrease in the overall risk of mortality for those attending religious services, it did not show any consistent change in rates of morbidity and death specifically related to cardiovascular disease, with no explanation readily evident. The study adjusted for participation of individuals within communal organizations and group activities that promote a strong social life and enjoyable routines, behaviors known to lead to overall wellness. (Newsmax)
GeneNews appoints Canadian Colorectal Cancer Advisory Board Nov 19, 2008
GeneNews is currently applying the Sentinel Principle(TM) in major areas with unmet clinical needs such as cancer, arthritis, cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders. For more information on GeneNews, visit. (Canada Newswire)
Arsenic Linked To Cardiovascular Disease At EPA-regulated Drinking Water Standards Nov 19, 2008
18, 2008) When mice are exposed to arsenic at federally-approved levels for drinking water, pores in liver blood vessels close, potentially leading to cardiovascular disease, say University of Pittsburgh researchers in the Dec. 1 issue of the Journal of Clinical Investigation, available online Nov. 13 ... "These results are important since this type of cellular dysfunction, over time, can impair the body's ability to clear fats and waste proteins that build up in blood vessels and can lead to... (Science Daily)
Heart Failure Hospitalization Rates Rise Among Nation's Seniors Nov 19, 2008
The study also showed that, among the three major forms of cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease and stroke have shown decreases in hospitalization rates since the mid-1980s. However, heart failure has shown a continuously significant increase in hospitalization rates since 1980. (Science Daily)
Damage Inflicted During Cardiac Attacks More Widespread, Researchers Find Nov 19, 2008
25, 1999) Reports over the past five years have suggested a link between periodontal (gum) disease and cardiovascular disease. But so far, no clear cause-and-effect relationship has been found. (Science Daily)
Ginkgo Biloba Ineffective Against Dementia, Researchers Find Nov 19, 2008
The trial reported more hemorrhagic strokes among ginkgo users, though the difference was not statistically significant, while patients with cardiovascular disease who took the supplement also faced an increased risk of dementia. There is nothing here, no signal of any effect, said Dr. Lon Schneider, director of the Alzheimer s Disease Research and Clinical Center at the University of Southern California, who wrote the editorial. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
UPDATE: Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Excellence in Healthcare Innovation Nov 18, 2008
CorMatrix Cardiovascular, Inc. - 2008 North American Cardiovascular Disease Treatment Healthcare Innovation Award. DiscoveRx - 2008 North American Preclinical Tools in Drug Discovery Healthcare Innovation Award. (PR Newswire)
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center Named One of the Top 100 Hospitals for Heart Care Nov 18, 2008
"They have set the new national standard for cardiovascular disease outcomes, process of care, efficiency, and lower costs.". The study, in its tenth year, found that the 100 Top Hospitals cardiovascular award winners, as a group, performed 63 percent more bypass surgeries and 42 percent more angioplasties than peer hospitals. (PR Newswire)
Vitamins Don't Prevent Cancer Nov 18, 2008
PHS II was an extension of an ongoing longitudinal trial that had already shown no benefit from vitamin C or vitamin E in the prevention of cardiovascular disease. (Sesso H. Vitamins E and C supplements not effective for prevention of cardiovascular disease in men ... All were pronounced healthy at the study s onset, although 44% were past or current smokers, 77% were taking aspirin, 42% had a history of hypertension, 36% had a history of hypercholesterolemia, 6% were diabetic, and 5% had a... (Suite101.com)
7 Facts You Need to Know About HPV and Gardasil Nov 18, 2008
In this blog, she covers matters close to her heart, including cardiovascular disease and other important aspects of personal health and health policy. advertisement. (U.S. News & World Report)
A better way to find brain tumors Nov 17, 2008
While shirking on sleep may let Americans catch that late night show or finish that last-minute presentation, the detrimental effects are becoming increasingly clear, as studies link poor sleep habits to cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks and strokes. Curious about the relationship between sleep and heart disease, Dr. Kazuo Eguchi and colleagues from Jichi Medical University in Japan examined more than 1200 elderly patients with high blood pressure for 50 months. (Boston Globe)
Blood vessel health beyond statins Nov 17, 2008
Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital reported they had devised a strategy that reduced by half the risk of heart attacks and strokes in patients who didn't have the traditional warning signs of cardiovascular disease. The approach involved testing patients for inflammation lurking in their blood vessels and then, if they scored high, giving them a drug known as a statin. (Boston Globe)
Go Red for Women will honor four Nov 17, 2008
SIOUX CITY -- The Siouxland American Heart Association's fifth annual Go Red for Women Luncheon will honor four individuals in the medical community for their work with cardiovascular disease and stroke. Dr. Carol Roge, Ronda Keenan, Sharon Blanche and Nancy Young will be honored at the Dec. 5 luncheon at the Marina Inn in South Sioux City. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Cranberry Nut Bread Recipe Nov 17, 2008
Cape Cod Provisions says, "Researchers believe phenol compounds called flavonoids, associated with foods such as red wine, help reduce cardiovascular disease. Studies indicate flavonoids work by inhibiting blood clothing, increasing interior blood vessel diameter and protecting oxidation of cholesterol in the bloodstream. This all leads to improved cardiovascular health!". Cranberry Nut Bread Recipe. (Suite101.com)
Does Anxiety Increase Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease? Nov 17, 2008
Does Anxiety Increase Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease ... Does Anxiety Increase Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease ... Resulting hypercoagulability is a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, and could therefore contribute to an increased prevalence of coronary artery disease in anxiety patients. (Science Daily)
New Theory May Lead To Effective Heart Failure Treatments Nov 17, 2008
16, 2008) Do the biological underpinnings of heart failure share more in common with cancerous tumors than other cardiovascular diseases ... "I put two and two together and theorized that these MMPs might play a role in some major cardiovascular diseases," he said ... We also assumed that in other cardiovascular diseases the MMP profiles would be different too. (Science Daily)
Low Risk For Heart Attack? Could An Ultrasound Hold The Answer? Nov 17, 2008
Low Risk For Heart Attack. Could An Ultrasound Hold The Answer. (Science Daily)
University of Missouri and Cerner Receive CHIME Collaboration Award for Medical Home Project Nov 17, 2008
Nov. 17, 2008 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- More than 100 million Americans suffer from chronic conditions, such as cancer, cardiovascular disease and diabetes. (1) These chronic conditions account for nearly 75 percent of medical care spending in the United States. (Primezone Releases)
Vitamins C and E Don't Prevent Cancer Nov 17, 2008
One week ago, Sesso reported in the Journal of the American Medical Association that in the same population of men, taking these vitamins also failed to reduce their risk of cardiovascular disease including heart attack and stroke ... Sesso said an ongoing element of his research is looking at whether taking a multivitamin combining a number of different vitamins has any effect on the risk for cancer and cardiovascular disease. (Newsmax)
SA and Heart Foundation fund more heart disease research Nov 17, 2008
SOUTH Australia plans to attack cardiovascular disease with a program launched today to step up research into the causes and treatment of strokes and heart trouble. The $5 million program, backed by the State Government and the Heart Foundation, will be promoted nationally and overseas to put the state at the forefront of cardiovascular research and attract researchers, Health Minister John Hill said. (NEWS.com.au)
10 Things You Probably Don't Know about Your Body and Your Health Nov 16, 2008
If you are already at risk for or diagnosed with cardiovascular disease, it should be down around 70. And researchers have found that at even lower levels, heart disease (atherosclerosis) begins to recede. (PR Newswire)
Love Handles Could Double Risk Of Premature Death Risk Nov 16, 2008
These abdominal fat cells secrete cytokines, hormones which are metabolically active compounds that (if produced in excess) contribute to the development of cardiovascular diseases and cancer. The study found. (That Happened!)
Heart needs adequate sleep Nov 16, 2008
4-fold increase of cardiovascular disease compared with those with longer sleep duration, the researchers wrote in the latest issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine ... But getting adequate sleep is essential to preventing problems such as obesity and diabetes as well as several risk factors for cardiovascular disease including sleep-disordered breathing and night-time hypertension ... Shorter duration of sleep is a predictor of incident cardiovascular disease in older people with... (Globe and Mail)
Eat less, live longer Nov 16, 2008
A wealth of scientific evidence has confirmed that maintaining that balance helps prevent type-2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. But experiments with both animals and humans have also shown that pushing one's calorie intake 10 to 20 percent below that baseline threshold without lowering nutrients may provide additional health advantages. (iAfrica.com)
Overweight 'higher asthma risk' Nov 16, 2008
Obesity is a well-established risk factor for diabetes, stroke, cardiovascular disease and arthritis ... "If significant weight loss could be achieved in the population of overweight and obese individuals, it could be estimated that the number of new asthma cases could fall significantly. "Obesity is a well-established risk factor for diabetes, stroke, cardiovascular disease and arthritis. (Yahoo News -- Allergies and Asthma)
Weight-loss surgery saves lives, studies find Nov 16, 2008
During the average seven years of follow-up, Adams and his colleagues found that the surgery patients had a 56% decrease in deaths from cardiovascular disease, a 92% drop in deaths from diabetes and a 60% decline in deaths from cancer. Those declines were partly offset by an increase in deaths from suicide, accidents and poisoning, but overall the number of deaths dropped by 40% in the surgery group, when adjusted for risks and other factors 213 deaths in the surgery group and 321 in the control... (Yahoo News -- Obesity)
Smoking Rate Declining In U.S. Nov 15, 2008
Benefits for those who quit are significant, he says, because stopping smoking drastically reduces risks of cardiovascular disease and COPD.. Glynn says the American Cancer Society fears many people who've quit may start again because "they are thinking they are self-medicating for anxiety and economic difficulties.". (CBS News)
GeneNews announces third quarter results Nov 15, 2008
GeneNews is currently applying the Sentinel Principle(TM) in major areas with unmet clinical needs such as cancer, arthritis, cardiovascular disease and neurological disorders. GeneNews' first product in development, ColonSentry(TM), is a convenient and patient-friendly blood-based test that can assess an individual's current risk for colorectal cancer. (PR Newswire)
A Kernel of Truth: New Study Reveals Health Benefits of Corn Products Nov 15, 2008
Carotenoids are yellow and orange plant pigments known for their association in the prevention of chronic diseases including cancer, cardiovascular disease and macular degeneration. The study found that milled yellow corn products have a high level of bioaccessibility, which is the amount of nutrients available for absorption by the body after digestion. (Pekin Times, IL)
Pot belly linked to heart disease Nov 15, 2008
The authors looked at men and women who underwent medical tests and imaging scans to identify the early signs of atherosclerosis - the narrowing and hardening of the arteries linked to the development of cardiovascular disease ... Professor James de Lemos, who led the research, said: "Fat that accumulates around your waist seems to be more biologically active as it secretes inflammatory proteins that contribute to atherosclerotic plaque build-up, whereas fat around your hips doesn't appear to... (Yahoo News -- Heart Disease & Cardiovascular Disorders)
Big waist raises risk of early death Nov 15, 2008
Large waists may lead to higher mortality risk because fatty tissue around the middle produces hormones and other compounds that can lead to the development of cardiovascular diseases and cancers, the study said. The authors said a key finding of the research was uncovering the extent of the connection between distribution of body fat and risk of dying early, independent of BMI.. (CNN)
Doctors debate how best to use preventive cholesterol drug Nov 15, 2008
The good news, he said, is that the CRP screening itself might prove to be a much less expensive screening tool for cardiovascular disease than tests such as a heart scan ... In addition, the lead researcher, Paul Ridker, director of the Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention at Brigham and Women's Hospital, has worked as a consultant for AstraZeneca. (Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)
High-normal Phosphate Levels Linked To Early Atherosclerosis Nov 15, 2008
14, 2008) Healthy adults with higher levels of phosphate in the blood are more likely to have increased levels of calcium in the coronary arteries a key indicator of atherosclerosis and future cardiovascular disease risk, reports a study in the February 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (JASN) ... If higher phosphate levels play a role in causing cardiovascular disease, then a link between phosphate level and early atherosclerosis might be found even in healthy... (Science Daily)
Vitamin C Lowers Levels Of Inflammation Biomarker Considered Predictor Of Heart Disease Nov 15, 2008
"Major studies have found that the level of CRP in the body predicts future risk of cardiovascular disease, including myocardial infarction, stroke and peripheral artery disease, as well as diabetes," said Block. "Some believe CRP to be as important a predictor of future heart problems as high levels of LDL and low levels of HDL cholesterol.". (Science Daily)
Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Boost Your Memory Nov 15, 2008
It can also lower the risk for diseases that can lead to memory loss, such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Your doctor can help you develop an exercise regime that's best for you. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Confused about which vitamins to take? Nov 15, 2008
He points out that in the Women's Health Study, women receiving vitamin E experienced a statistically significant 24 percent reduction in total cardiovascular disease mortality. What not to take. (CNN -- Health)
MedCath 4Q earnings down; annual income up Nov 15, 2008
Charlotte-based MedCath (NASDAQ:MDTH) owns and operates specialty hospitals that diagnose and treat cardiovascular diseases. It has interests in and operates nine hospitals around the country with a total of 676 licensed beds. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)
MedCath Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings, Enters New Credit Facility and Announces Redemption of 9 7/8% Senior Notes Nov 14, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C., Nov. 13 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MedCath Corporation (Nasdaq: ), a healthcare provider focused on high acuity healthcare services, predominately the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, today announced its operating results for its fourth fiscal quarter, which ended September 30, 2008 ... MedCath Corporation, headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., is a healthcare provider focused on high acuity services with the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease being a... (PR Newswire)
Escalon(R) Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results Nov 14, 2008
" Non-GAAP Measures To supplement the Company's consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP, the Company has begun providing certain non-GAAP measures of financial performance. These non-GAAP measures include non-GAAP net loss and non-GAAP loss per fully diluted share. The Company's reference to these non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to results prepared under current accounting standards, but are not a substitute for, nor superior to, GAAP results. These... (PR Newswire)
China's journey to the dark ages Nov 14, 2008
The study says the toxic clouds - more than three kilometres thick - are contributing to a huge range of dangerous effects: extreme weather; damage to crops; melting of glaciers; the dimming of big cities; shifts in rainfall; massive economic losses; higher food prices; and a growing number of human deaths from respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. Up to 25 per cent of the sunlight has disappeared in Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, India's New Delhi and Karachi, Pakistan,... (Globe and Mail)
Crestor Study Will Boost Statin Demand Nov 14, 2008
In a study that will likely change medical practice, researchers reported that Crestor, a cholesterol-fighting statin made by AstraZeneca (NYSE: - ), reduced the risk of heart attack, stroke, and cardiovascular disease by a surprisingly robust 45% in people who do not have high cholesterol ... All had low levels of LDL cholesterol levels -- which would normally argue against putting them on a statin -- and no history of cardiovascular disease ... But it was striking that -- among those at low... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
AstraZeneca's Crestor cuts deaths and heart attacks Nov 14, 2008
"Half of all heart attacks and strokes occur in men and women with normal cholesterol," said Dr. Paul Ridker, director of the Center for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention at Brigham 's Hospital in Boston, who led the study. "We've been searching for ways to improve detection of risk in those patients," Ridker said. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Sanofi-Aventis suspends Acomplia sales in Europe Nov 14, 2008
The company said it is "committed to provide additional evidence for the re-evaluation of the benefit/risk profile of Acomplia," which is used to treat patients with diabetes and cardiovascular disease ... diabetes and cardiovascular disease. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Eye Conditions Linked With Obstructive Sleep Apnea Nov 14, 2008
Numerous studies have shown a connection between sleep disorders and medical conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cerebrovascular disease, and metabolic disorders, including the risk of obesity and diabetes mellitus. See also. (Science Daily)
Sex Differences Narrow In Death After Heart Attack, Study Shows Nov 14, 2008
24, 1998) An eight-year examination of cardiovascular disease trends around the United States finds that mortality from heart disease continued its decline, while the rate of new heart attacks has not changed. (July 4, 2008) An analysis of previous studies indicates that among men and high-risk women with a certain type of heart attack or angina an invasive treatment strategy (such as cardiac catheterization) is. (Science Daily)
Older women pounding the pavement more Nov 14, 2008
The report found that older women who exercised more had lower rates of anxiety and depression, slightly fewer memory problems, reduced risk of falls and less cardiovascular disease. Healthcare costs were about 25 per cent higher among sedentary women. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
