But for folks under 70, stents and surgery have similar outcomes, study finds
Mexican-Americans with atrial fibrillation twice as likely to suffer second stroke, study shows
Study showed only an association between the two, expert notes
In non-emergency scenarios, the artery-opening procedure won't prevent heart attack, experts note
And higher-dose aspirin is no more effective than low dose, researchers say
Prior history of blood flow problems, diabetes, narrowed arteries raises odds, study finds
These people have elevated levels of high sensitivity C-reactive protein, researchers say
Experts say individual risk is low, more research is needed
Strategy helped those with cluster of unhealthy heart risk factors, study found
They greatly increased risk of dying from stroke, heart attack, South Korean researchers found
'Dysphagia' significantly impacts hospital resources and patient outcomes, researchers say
Italian study finds personality linked to a thickening of neck artery wall
Plus, fewer deaths seen in group taking no-brand-name diuretics after 8 to 13 years
Study found people preferred pills to the antioxidant-rich sweet to lower blood pressure
Second report finds many heart failure patients not even prescribed recommended medications
Economic disadvantage plays bigger role than race, ethnicity, review finds
Jury still out on the vascular benefits of supplementation, experts say
Brilinta, which got nod from agency advisors Wednesday, would be welcome option, docs say
Even with sun exposure, levels were deficient in this vulnerable group, researchers say
Expanding the time limit from 3 to 4.5 hours doesn't appear to delay treatment, study suggests
Choice of surgery, stenting or drugs to open neck artery may depend on where you live, study finds
People who feel anxious and needy at higher risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, chronic pain and stroke, researchers find
High-dose users with very low 'bad' cholesterol don't benefit, researchers say
Study suggests a link, but cause and effect remains unclear, experts say
But moderate drinking still appears beneficial over time, researchers say
Health risks posed by an unauthorized change of medications could be great, experts say
American Academy of Neurology now says diffusion MRI best for detecting blockage
American Heart Association outlines strategies in a new scientific statement
From middle age to age 70, the sleep-time breathing disorder could pose a hazard, study suggests
Daily readings and pre-agreed med changes yielded better results than standard care in study
Pneumonia, 2nd stroke can shave another 2 years off life span, researchers find
Report in direct contrast to other new research that found the opposite
Two studies published in advance of FDA hearing on drug's fate
City dwelling has gained advantage over country living since mid 80s, data shows
People with the condition account for 10% of deaths from cardiovascular disease, study suggests
Much of it comes from processed foods that don't taste salty, CDC experts say
Mistreatment, neglect in childhood increased chances of cardiovascular disease, researchers say
Heart attacks, strokes not reduced in those taking B12 and folic acid supplements, study finds
And moderate to high tea consumption cuts risk of dying from the condition, study finds
Eighty percent of stroke risk due to five lifestyle factors, international study finds
In study, hospitalized uninsured more likely to die from heart attack, pneumonia than insured
Safety of drugs like Advil and Aleve differ, study finds
More prone to depression than men when watching over ailing, elderly parents, review finds
Experimental program is found to improve functioning by a third
Study suggests that patches offer better odds than hormone therapy in pill form
But many don't get critical clot-busting drug, study finds
Screen may allow doctors to identify those who would benefit from surgery, study finds
Treatment worked in people and pigs in study, but more research needed
Nearly 1 in 5 survivors risks another attack when doctors fail to prescribe the meds, study shows
In a change, heart & diabetes groups push age threshold up from 40, to 50 for men, 60 for women