But it failed to meet primary goal in large European trial
Controlling these two factors should lower disease rates, experts say
Another study finds a quick way to spot cause of shortness of breath
Fast-food component is even more dangerous than suspected, study finds
Two decades of tracking shows low to moderate use has major impact on heart disease and cancer
Tilarginine had no effect on 30-day survival, study found
Weaker contractions in black Americans could explain their higher heart-disease rates, study says
For example, many patients don't take drugs that can ward off dangerous clots
Two-thirds of diabetics will die from heart attack or stroke, researchers warn
A new study found no difference in rates of death or heart attack
But researchers say the concept remains valid in fight against heart disease
A second study suggests statins prevent plaque buildup in arteries
It also spots those patients who don't need the cardiac rhythm devices, study says
Doctors need to pay more attention to patients' mental health, study suggests
Major bleeding was noticeably reduced after 8 months, Canadian study finds
Studies favor bypass, but experts say decision must be made on case-by-case basis
Those with family history of heart disease, diabetes could benefit from cholesterol drug therapy, revised guidelines now say.
Study found they're most likely to die while responding to emergencies
1 of every 7 patients suffers serious event, including death, within one year, study finds
10 years after last cigarette, vessels regain lost flexibility, study finds
Results are better if bystanders perform chest compressions only, study finds
More research is needed, experts say, especially when it comes to gender differences
Patients less likely to get artery-opening procedures, study says
But genes are no substitute for a healthy lifestyle, one expert says
Higher-than-recommended doses can be fatal to kidney, cancer patients
People with the three conditions are 30% more likely to die, study finds
Patient's risk profile should determine best treatment, one expert says
Changes in diet, society are boosting heart disease risk, study finds
The danger begins even before glucose climbs abnormally high, experts say
More research on the controversial practice is needed, researchers say
To reduce risks of heart attack and stroke
Even minor abnormalities can signal future trouble, study finds
But the for-profit centers may be offering needed services, study suggests
But the treatment's lifesaving benefits still outweigh the dangers, experts say
Deep vein thrombosis can be life-threatening if not treated promptly, doctors say
Study finds that those depressed are 50% more likely to die or be hospitalized for the condition
Mounting data suggest causative role in cardiovascular disease
Experts offer useful pointers, urging people to err on the side of caution
Contrary to popular wisdom, they develop signs of heart disease earlier than white women
And Dad's secondhand smoke can cause long-term trouble, too, study finds
Lingering deep vein clots can cause serious trouble, doctors warn
Finding supports the notion of a 'metabolic syndrome,' scientists say
Another study suggests that light alcohol intake, especially wine, boosts health
Finding suggests adult heart disease may have roots in childhood
Periodontal treatment improves blood flow, study finds
Simple intervention kept blood pressure, cholesterol levels down, study found
Coreg cut heart attacks, strokes compared to older drug, company-funded study found
Cox-2 painkiller should be last resort because of cardiovascular risk, American Heart Association says
And it's much more common in whites than blacks, research shows
All meds must now come with patient guideline inserts, agency says