Study with dogs shows devices much more than a mechanical fix for ailing patients
Even a small amount in neck artery quadrupled the risk, study found
Study says it passed safety tests and is relatively painless
Why it's often recommended
Inappropriate treatment with beta blockers, other meds also increases odds, study finds
Study suggests eating foods such as whole grains cuts risk of cerebral infarction
Study says tobacco use may further damage already weakened vessels
Using it could save money and lives, expert says
Swedish study says it's first to quantify heritability of the disease
Findings in mice show curcumin reduces heart enlargement and lowers odds of organ failure
Blood vessel damage sets stage for insulin resistance, heart disease, study finds
Incidence has declined, but survival gains place burden on Medicare, analysis finds
They're at risk for new blockages within 3 years, study finds
Europeans less likely to have an attack, study finds
Study says doctors overestimated in-hospital mortality by 51%
Clot buster works longer than thought, lowering blood pressure limits damage, and vacuum device sucks up clots safely for 8 hours
Poor Americans fare worse; risks, health-care system cited as factors
Cognitive powers decline faster among those who have a higher chance of brain attack
Findings show just 30 minutes of activity helped men, women regardless of family history
Pair of studies examine effect of diet on stroke prevention, outcomes
Caffeine-alcohol mix plus clot-busting drug proves potent resource as does body cooling with fever reducer
But most people surveyed know to call 911 when one happens, CDC says
Calcifications in breast arteries upped chances of cardiovascular trouble, study finds
Education, wealth play big part in downward trend, study suggests
Study finds both went up simultaneously in recent decades
Study finds enhanced alertness, mood in those who listened just a few hours a day
Study suggests same technique might one day work in humans
Extra glass negates immediate benefits to circulation, Canadian study says
Safety trial shows novel compound blocks enzyme triggering cell and tissue death
It seems to plug calcium leaks that cause tiring in muscles, study says
Should be considered along with LDL cholesterol in prevention efforts, study indicates
Aprotinin plus ACE inhibitor associated with renal woes during off-pump surgery, U.K. study finds
A donated valve that's been stripped of human cells
Differences were found between and within countries, researcher notes
Survival advantage found in 'off-label' uses, report suggests
To help people with narrowed arteries
Incidence of major adverse events was also lower than researchers anticipated
Drugs as good or better than others in treating both conditions
Prolonged recovery, potential for repeat treatments to blame, study finds
Trial finds polymer reduces inflammatory reaction associated with current devices
They're four times more likely to suffer heart attack, stroke and even death, study finds
Study found those taking tablets had 47% higher risk of cardiovascular trouble
British study finds cholesterol-lowering drugs reduce risk of major vascular events
Animal study shows preconditioning cardiac cells helps organ better tolerate loss of blood flow
Analysis of 40 years' data shows somewhat risky transfusions often necessary
New imaging techniques help researchers probe ventricular fibrillation
Lifestyle changes can make a big difference
Sutent linked to hypertension, heart events in patients battling stomach cancer
For most patients, small risk is outweighed by the benefits, experts say
Only one-third to one-half of those getting treatment reach their target levels, survey finds