Pregnant women who experience certain complications related to their pregnancies may have an increased risk of dying from heart disease…
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Knee and hip replacements increase heart attack risk briefly
Operations to replace a knee or a hip appear to increase heart attack risk in the short term and the…
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Global life expectancy rises, but people live sicker for longer
LONDON – People around the world are living longer, but many are also living sicker lives for longer, according to…
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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…
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Tooth Cleaning Leads to Fewer Heart Problems
Regular visits to the dentist for tooth cleaning may provide more than just a brighter smile. According to data compiled…
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Flu shot may decrease risk of heart attack and stroke
With winter quickly approaching, doctors and public health officials are encouraging people to roll up their sleeves for a flu…
Read MoreFirst artificial heart recipient in ‘satisfactory’ condition 2 months after transplant
A patient with terminal heart failure is in “satisfactory condition” two months after becoming the first person to be fitted…
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