Clot-busting drugs, rapid angioplasty made a significant difference, researchers report
Ancient Chinese exercise seems to improve quality of life, researchers report
People urged to eat better, exercise more before risk factors develop
'Gold standard' needed to estimate prevalence of the disease in those over 80, researchers say
Better diet, exercise and keeping slim fend off heart disease, cancer, research shows
Filters could help prevent heart attacks and strokes, researchers say
Readings vary throughout day, typically lowest in morning, researchers find
And it's not as time-consuming as less strenuous workouts, researchers say
Virtual reality activities may help patients improve arm strength, function, researchers say
VA has made improvements, but more needs to be done, study says
Study of British workers found 11-hour days raised heart disease risk 67%
Study finds three times the risk, due to stress, among other factors
But the finding is preliminary and doesn't prove a relationship, experts note
FDA approval still pending; at least one doctor says it's not ready for widespread use
After transient ischemic attack, patients should be evaluated for heart disease, experts say
Large analysis finds no detectable cardiovascular danger
Fibrates are gaining in popularity despite lack of proof regarding benefits, researchers say
Danger greatest shortly after physical activity, but absolute risk small, research finds
But testing combo not routinely done in the United States, researchers note
Experts were surprised by the findings, and say more research is needed
Latest finding adds to evidence that Avandia raises risk of heart attack, death
Study is small and more research is needed, but approach might someday be a breakthrough
Value of commonly used 'biomarkers' lack conclusive evidence, researchers say
More than 17 years of type 2 disease doubles the odds of a first heart attack, study finds
Study upends long-held belief that apple-shaped people face highest risk
Expert says use of Avapro in this group of heart patients not warranted
People have fewer, less severe problems with early, collaborative care, study finds
Short message gives people confidence to help when someone has heart attack, experts say
Death risk higher in those with type 2 and heart disease striving for 'normal' glucose levels: study
Analysis authors not sure of exact mechanism behind benefit
Those who consumed more were more likely to have high blood pressure, but exactly why is not clear
A bright outlook helps heart disease patients live longer, study finds
Canadian study shows those with a history of depression don't get priority care
Study found having hot flashes, night sweats sooner linked to lower risk of cardiovascular trouble
Study offers insights into whether humans might have same potential
But women who have a certain type of heart attack tend to be older and sicker, raising death risk
Even a small rise in risk can end up causing many deaths when spread across the population
Study finds they're twice as likely to develop the dangerous mass as those without IBD
Healthy lifestyles may prevent or delay the problem, researchers say
How quickly heart rate returns to normal after premature contraction may predict disease, death
Exercise can help ward off heart disease, cancer, diabetes, agency notes
Life expectancy rates are up, but so are obesity levels, CDC says
Return rates even higher for hospitals serving mostly minority patients, research shows
American Heart Association advisory stresses prevention through diet, exercise, weight control
Analysis suggests something about carrying extra weight is at play
More frequent referrals, discussions with doctors could change that
Updated recommendation is for atrial fibrillation patients not suited for warfarin
Children with existing health or emotional issues most at risk, researchers say
Red Dress show in New York City raises awareness of #1 killer of American women
Expert describes chronic deprivation as a 'ticking time bomb'