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Obstructive Sleep Apnea May Lead To Cardiovascular Disease In Older Men

By Donna Parker • Aug 23rd, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health

Male patients who have been diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) may have a higher risk of developing coronary heart disease later in life, according to findings published in Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association. In an effort to determine how OSA affected heart health, researchers enrolled 1,927 men and 2,495 women with no record of cardiovascular problems into a study.

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Early Menopause Leads To Increased Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease

By Steven Marsh • Aug 12th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health, Hormone balance

Younger women who are going through menopause may have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease, according to a study presented at the annual Endocrine Society meeting held in San Diego. For this study, researchers enrolled a total of 693 women aged 45 to 84 who already had begun experiencing menopause.

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Improved Cardiovascular Equipment May Better Detect Heart Failure

By Steven Marsh • Aug 11th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health

The use of advanced cardiac technology may help physicians better detect signs of heart failure in patients, according to a study published in the American Journal of Emergency Medicine.

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Walking Daily May Reduce Risk Of Cardiovascular Complications In Adolescents

By Donna Parker • Aug 11th, 2010 • Category: Blood pressure, General health, Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health, Stress

Walking to school every day may reduce stress levels and lower the risk of suffering from heart problems in adolescents, according to findings published in Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise.

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Patients With Anxiety May Be More Susceptible To Heart Disease

By Donna Parker • Aug 5th, 2010 • Category: Anxiety, Health Articles, Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health, Thursday Edition

People who suffer from anxiety disorders may have an increased risk of being diagnosed with heart disease, according to a report published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. In an effort to determine the effects of the mental illnesses on heart health, two groups of researchers observed two groups of people who had been diagnosed with at least one form of anxiety disorder.

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High Cholesterol Linked To Increased Coronary Heart Disease Risk In Young People

By Mark McGhee • Aug 3rd, 2010 • Category: Cholesterol, Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health

Young people with high cholesterol may be more likely to develop coronary heart disease, according to findings published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine.

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Men With Increased Levels Of Testosterone At Higher Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease

By Donna Parker • Aug 2nd, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health, Hormone balance

An increased level of testosterone may increase a man’s risk of suffering from heart complications, according to a study presented at The Endocrine Society’s annual meeting. During a five-year study, researchers monitored the risk of suffering fractures in more than 690 men with an average age of 72 years.

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Lack Of Vitamin D May Lead To Artery Damage In African American Teens

By Donna Parker • Jul 29th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health

Low intake of vitamin D in African American teenagers may lead to developing arterial stiffness, a sign of heart disease, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism.

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Anxiety Disorders May Lead To Increased Risk Of Heart Problems In Cardiovascular Patients

By Steven Marsh • Jul 22nd, 2010 • Category: Anxiety, Blood pressure, Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health, Stroke

Cardiovascular disease patients who suffer from anxiety disorders may be linked to an increased risk of developing severe hearth problems, according to a study published in the Archives of General Psychiatry.

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Increased Antioxidant Intake May Lead To Better Artery, Heart Health

By Steven Marsh • Jul 21st, 2010 • Category: Blood pressure, Circulation, Clogged arteries, Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health

Adding antioxidants to one’s diet may lead to improved artery health and a lower risk of developing cardiovascular problems, according to findings published in Nutrition and Metabolism.

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Acid Reflux Or Heart Attack? Find Out Your Risk Now

By Layne Lowery • Jun 28th, 2010 • Category: Acidity, Health Articles, Heart health, Monday Edition Archive

The burning sensation you experience when acid builds up in your esophagus and rises to the back of your throat is heartburn. But many people may have so much pain that they do indeed feel like they are having burning chest pains associated with their heart. Do you know the different warning signs for heartburn and a heart attack?

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Low-Carbohydrate Dietary Regimen Proven Beneficial To Obese Women

By Donna Parker • Jun 22nd, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health, Weight loss

Women who are overweight may benefit from following a carbohydrate-reduced diet in order to lose weight, according to findings presented at The Endrocrine Society’s Annual Meeting.

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Daily Physical Activity Could Lower Diabetes, Heart Health Risks In College Students

By Donna Parker • Jun 21st, 2010 • Category: Blood Sugar, Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health

A new study has found that college students who integrate exercise into their daily routines may be at a lower risk of developing heart problems or diabetes, according to findings published in Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise.

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Mood Disorder Patients At Higher Risk Of Weight Gain, Cancer And Cardiovascular Complications

By Donna Parker • Jun 16th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health

Patients with depression or similar mood disorders may consider following a healthier diet, according to a study published in the American Journal of Public Health.

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Higher Vitamin B Intake May Improve Heart Health

By Donna Parker • Jun 8th, 2010 • Category: Health News, Health Resources News, Heart health, Homocysteine

Increasing intake of different types of vitamin B may better prevent cardiovascular-related diseases, according to findings published in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association.

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