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Impaired Heart Microvessel Function Linked to Doubled Risk of Death and Heart Attack

Impaired Heart Microvessel Function Linked to Doubled Risk of Death and Heart Attack

While the heart pumps blood throughout the body, the cardiac muscle itself relies on a continuous supply delivered not only by large coronary...
Stopping Beta-Blockers After Heart Attack Safe for Stable Patients, Korea-France Study Finds

Stopping Beta-Blockers After Heart Attack Safe for Stable Patients, Korea-France Study Finds

One medication many patients take long-term following a heart attack is a beta-blocker. The drug slows the heart rate and reduces the force of...
Normal Cholesterol Panel? Why You Might Still Need an Lp(a) Test

Normal Cholesterol Panel? Why You Might Still Need an Lp(a) Test

Under national health screening guidelines, adults undergo routine dyslipidemia blood panels every four years—starting...
Heart Attack and Stroke Survivors Face Significantly Higher Long-Term Suicide Risk, Study Finds

Heart Attack and Stroke Survivors Face Significantly Higher Long-Term Suicide Risk, Study Finds

While controlling blood pressure and cholesterol is traditionally considered the top priority after a heart attack or...
RNA Therapy Emerges as Critical Fast-Track for Cholesterol Control After Heart Attacks

RNA Therapy Emerges as Critical Fast-Track for Cholesterol Control After Heart Attacks

Myocardial infarction and unstable angina are life-threatening medical emergencies that occur when the blood vessels...
The Unexpected Heart Benefits of Weight Loss Injections: Reducing Complications After Heart Attack

The Unexpected Heart Benefits of Weight Loss Injections: Reducing Complications After Heart Attack

New research indicates that the class of drugs used in popular weight loss injections may do more than shed pounds;...
Heart Disease Screening in Your 40s is Too Late... Men See a Sharp Increase from Age 35

Heart Disease Screening in Your 40s is Too Late... Men See a Sharp Increase from Age 35

Research has shown that the risk of heart attack for men increases rapidly starting at age 35.
90% Genetic ‘Lipoprotein’… Can the High Risk of Heart Attack Be Reduced?

90% Genetic ‘Lipoprotein’… Can the High Risk of Heart Attack Be Reduced?

In domestic hospitals, four types of cholesterol levels are typically measured. The basic items of dyslipidemia tests...
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The "Complete Protein" Myth: How Animal Meat Triggers Cancer, Hypertension, and Diabetes

Animal protein is widely celebrated as a "complete protein" because it contains all essential amino acids.
Nearly 4 in 10 Patients Continue Smoking After Cancer Diagnosis: Quitting Slashes Cardiovascular Risk by 36%

Nearly 4 in 10 Patients Continue Smoking After Cancer Diagnosis: Quitting Slashes Cardiovascular Risk by 36%

A cancer diagnosis is often considered a powerful catalyst for lifestyle changes, yet real-world data reveals that...