Finding runs counter to some prior reports; much larger trials are needed, experts say
Irregular heartbeat that causes some attacks is often tough to detect, doctors say
Study also finds former smokers, overweight better at taking cholesterol-lowering drugs as prescribed
But, past research shows risks, and one expert says this study doesn't provide definitive answers
Finding could pave way for new preventive drugs, researchers say
And compared with older women and men, they are more likely to become depressed, researchers say
It might one day spare patients from invasive biopsies, study says
But experts aren't sure that vitamin D is responsible for lower risk of dying from heart disease, cancer
Postural tachycardia syndrome has no consistent treatment, expert says
Bringing systolic readings below 120-139 might not provide added benefit, researchers say
But unprocessed red meat was not implicated in this research
For obese patients, weight loss is recommended, too, expert says
Poor heart health linked to mental impairment: study
Study found lean animal proteins like fish showed most benefit
Other experts dispute the study's conclusions
But most of these effects reverse after women finish treatment, experts say
Chard, beet greens are among the most nutrient-packed, report finds
Survey found nearly a third of health-care providers lacked confidence to discuss the topic with patients
Recognizing and treating the disease early may prevent cardiovascular complications, study author says
Reasons aren't clear, but study found male survivors were healthier to start with
But it's better to get this essential mineral from your diet, experts say
Researchers also discovered lifetime heart risks were greater even with medications to treat the condition
But rates for these and other heart-healthy habits still fall far short of goals, agency says
Measures pulmonary artery pressure and heart rate
Going 3 days without Plavix triples odds of heart attack within a month, researchers say
Whether flying or driving home, study finds similar complication rates
Active children show fewer signs of future heart disease
Women with diabetes face 40 to 50 percent greater risk of heart disease than men with diabetes, researchers say
Dropping excess pounds -- even in middle-age or later -- linked to better heart health, study finds
Eating high-fiber carbs, drinking less milk, avoiding diabetes and heart risk factors may help cut risk
Most patients had several health problems, including high blood pressure, diabetes, lung disease
Researchers find unsaturated fats, vegetables combine to lower blood pressure
Study also found heightened odds for heart trouble in patients taking benzodiazepine sleep aids
Researchers find measurement errors, misleading information
Treating migraines might reduce stroke risk, researchers suggest
Association was even stronger among women who had a history of smoking, researchers say
Suggestions from the American Heart Association
Study suggests brain may be key to the connection between negative emotions and inflammation
Surprising findings come from long-term tracking of kids' blood tests
Substance doesn't seem to protect people from heart disease, cancer, study says
Follow the FAST rule, experts advise
Aim for at least four to five a day, experts advise
Electrocardiogram might help identify teens at risk of sudden death
So-called 'bariatric' procedures appear to cut risk of atrial fibrillation, researchers report
It may cause more harm than good in those who have not experienced heart problems or stroke
Scientists say HRT research has returned $140 for every $1 spent on the $260 million trial
Researchers found improvements in seniors' 'heart rate variability' that might reduce heart attack risk
Lower medication costs produced better outcomes for nonwhite heart patients
But the drugs do help lower cholesterol in these patients, researchers say
Modifiable risk factors could help combat scourges like heart disease, cancer, CDC says