Lack of the sunlight-derived nutrient tied to increased cardiovascular events
Exposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries
But debate continues as to whether they are worth the expense
Regular attendance is key, researchers say, but they don't know why
But lifestyle modifications, especially exercise, can cut the odds, study says
But newer models are much more effective, expert says
Study ties work woes to fatal cardiovascular events in men
Those who do have better survival odds, but swift action is needed
'Ambulatory' measures are better than readings in doctor's office, study says
Seven in 10 don't do enough to protect themselves from stroke, heart attack
Winter's lack of sun means adults at risk should be monitored, experts say
American Cancer Society urges people to stop for a day, then for life
Innovative approach could give heart attack victims, other patients more time, developers say
Adds little to other diagnostic measures, British researchers report
Hospitals that perform the heart procedure more often do better, study finds
Cost analysis finds procedure often doesn't bring enough benefit to offset expense
Patients with the condition see doctors far more frequently, study finds
Researchers in Detroit say it detected additional cardiovascular damage
14% for whites, 19% for blacks, 21% for Hispanics and 27% for others, study says
International experts say there isn't enough evidence to prove its value
Researchers point to obesity epidemic in explaining the troubling trend
These particles carry cholesterol and triglycerides throughout the body
It recruits blood vessel cells as a kind of heart-healthy coating, experts explain
Italian study shows that gains with shorter intervention programs aren't sustained
Taken less than 5 days before operation leads to more bleeding, longer hospital stay, study finds
Study found some low-risk patients can wait for tests
Elderly who don't get 7.5 hours of shut-eye a night at higher death risk, study suggests
They could grow with kids who are born with heart valve defects, researchers say
Were safer, more effective than bare metal ones, study shows
British researchers suggest harnessing that energy could lead to cardiac devices that last longer, do more
Even though they have risk factors that could lead to coronary problems, study finds
Epidemic linked to hypertension, obesity, diabetes, study shows
Second study found vitamins E, C did little to protect healthy men, either
It's the first to match structural, mechanical properties of heart tissue, scientists say
Study shows appetite suppressant fenfluramine may damage cardiac valves years later
More bystander CPR, faster patient-to-doctor time would boost survival rates, survey finds
Having more parks, forests, playing fields affects health behaviors, study says
Eating these foods and reducing intake of high-fat dairy, eggs improve odds against disease
The psychological toll appears to shorten lives, study finds
But mortality rate has declined over past 3 decades, study shows
Cox-2 drugs, like Celebrex, less safe than Cox-1 drugs, like naproxen, study says
Swedish researchers say heart attack rates change when clocks are adjusted
Study found inflammation, malnutrition raised risk in this group
But it's not clear if the cholesterol-lowering drugs protect against the disease
The obesity epidemic is fueling the type 2 disease epidemic, officials say
Public Citizen cites liver failure deaths, other risks of adverse events for diabetes drug
Only half as likely as white patients to receive therapy, study finds
CRP may only reflect existing cardiovascular trouble, study finds
One-third lower mortality for hospitalized patients, study found
Calcium channel blockers could inhibit Plavix action, study says