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Mixed Results on Vitamin D's Benefit for Aging Hearts
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- June 29, 2023
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Vitamin D supplements might lower the risk of heart attack and other cardiac ills for people over 60 -- especially if they're already taking heart meds, a new study suggests.
"Our results suggest that further exploration of the possible benefit of vitamin D on cardiovas...
This Hunting Season, Know Your CPR
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 1, 2022
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It might seem like guns would be the biggest safety concern for hunters, but there's another real danger.
The possibility of having a heart attack or stroke while hunting is higher with the combination of physical exertion, excitement and cold air constricting blood ves...
Even Without Symptoms, COVID Infection Raises Risks for Trauma Patients
- Cara Murez
- October 17, 2022
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Having COVID-19 could cause further trouble for patients being treated for physical trauma — even if they have no symptoms of the virus.
Researchers studying cases of trauma patients who tested positive for COVID-19 and those who were negative found those with the vir...
Fewer Americans Are Dying of Heart Disease Than a Decade Ago
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 19, 2022
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Deaths from heart-related causes have dropped over the past 20 years, though differences persist by race and ethnicity as well as where people live and their access to care.
The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), which partially funded the research, detailed the r...
Could Student Loan Debt Threaten Your Health?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- May 5, 2022
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As the Biden Administration weighs the possibility of broad student loan forgiveness, a new study finds that people mired in student debt face a heightened risk of heart disease by middle age.
Heart Inflammation Rare Among Hospitalized COVID Patients
- By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- April 14, 2022
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As doctors learn more about the consequences of COVID-19, they are confirming that heart inflammation is rare among hospitalized COVID patients. That's the good news - but those who develop it are much more likely to require intensive care, a new study suggests.
Inflamma...
Heart Disease & Sleepless Nights Often Go Together
- By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- April 8, 2022
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Insomnia is widespread in heart disease patients and significantly boosts the risk of heart attack, stroke or other major heart event, a new study says.
The findings show the need to check for and treat sleep problems in heart disease patients, according to researchers.<...
Heart Disease Is Women's #1 Killer. So Why So Little Female-Focused Research?
- Dennis Thompson
- April 1, 2022
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Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in America, accounting for more than one in five deaths. Still, far too few women realize the danger.
Too Many Americans Are Getting 'Low-Value' Medical Tests, Procedures
- February 23, 2022
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When your cardiologist orders a test, do you stop to ask why you need it? You probably don't - but perhaps you should, according to a new report from the American Heart Association (AHA).
Too many Americans receive heart tests and treatments that do little good, and more...
Women Should Take These 3 Things to Heart
- February 12, 2022
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February is American Heart Month - the perfect time to remind women of three things they need to know about heart disease.
It's the leading cause of death among U.S. women, ...
Loneliness Can Be Unhealthy Heartbreaker for Older Women
- February 7, 2022
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It's a fate many older women fear: loneliness and isolation as they age. Now, new research suggests those feelings may also predispose them to heart disease.
The findings may be especially relevant now because of social distancing required by the pandemic.
"We are ...
Don't Snow Shovel Your Way to a Heart Attack
- January 16, 2022
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Shoveling snow may trigger a heart attack if you're not careful, especially if you already have risk factors, an expert warns.
Death During Sex Very Rare Among Those Under 50
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- January 13, 2022
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It's a familiar trope of TV and movies -- a couple is engaged in passionate sex when the guy's heart suddenly gives out.
"Usually it's a middle-aged man. Usually he's cheating with somebody else. It's funny, there's this myth in our mind that this can happen," said cardi...
Who's Dying Young in U.S. From Heart Attacks?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- December 22, 2021
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Fewer Americans are dying prematurely from heart attack compared with years ago, but progress has stalled out in the past decade, new research shows.
For the study, the researchers examined 20 years of data on heart attack deaths among Americans under 65 -- deaths that a...
Holidays Are Peak Time for Heart Attack: Protect Yourself
- December 12, 2021
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This time of year can be hard on the heart.
The United States has more heart attack deaths between Christmas and New Year's Day than at any other time of year, so the American Heart Association (AHA) offers some holiday health tips.
"The holidays are a busy, often...
Your Morning Cup of Coffee Can Affect Your Heart's Rhythms
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2021
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Your daily cup of joe might be a quick pick-me-up, but it comes with a mixed bag of good and not-so-good effects on your health, a new study reports.
Drinking coffee helps people stay more active, but it also significantly robs some of sleep, researchers say.
...
Less Salt, More Potassium for a Healthier Heart: Study
- Ernie Mundell and Cara Murez HealthDay Reporters
- November 15, 2021
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You might want to put the salt shaker down and pick up a banana.
Having less sodium and more potassium in your diet is linked to lower risk of heart disease, according to a new study involving more than 10,000 adults.
Prior observational studies had led to confusio...
More Middle-Aged, Older Women Getting 'Broken Heart' Syndrome
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- October 18, 2021
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The number of Americans diagnosed with "broken heart" syndrome has steadily risen in the past 15 years -- with the vast majority being women, a new study finds.
The condition, which doctors call stress cardiomyopathy, appears similar to a heart attack -- with symptoms su...
AHA News: Her Husband Died of a Heart Attack, But This Former Nurse Didn't Recognize Her Own
- American Heart Association News
- September 29, 2021
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Last October, Katherine Romano was cleaning her house when her neck started to hurt. She kept going, trying to complete her chores, until the pain shifted to her upper back.
"It was so terrible, it took my breath away," she said.
Resting didn't help. The pain moved...
Mom-to-Be's 'Leaky' Heart Valves May Pose More Danger Than Thought
- Cara Murez
- September 9, 2021
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Leaky heart valves can put pregnant women at serious risk, according to a large study that runs counter to established practice.
The condition used to be considered relatively harmless during pregnancy. But this analysis by Johns Hopkins University researchers of more th...
Recent Pot Use Tied to Rise in Heart Attack Risk for Young Adults
- September 7, 2021
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Marijuana has been linked to a doubling in the risk of a heart attack in younger adults, no matter how they use it, a new study reports.
Eighteen- to 44-year-olds who used pot were twice as likely to have a heart attack compared with non-users, whether they smoked, vaped...
Breastfeeding May Strengthen a Baby's Heart
- September 6, 2021
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Breast milk can give preemies' hearts a big boost, a groundbreaking study suggests.
"This study … adds to the already known benefits of breast milk for infants born prematurely," said study leader Dr. Afif El-Khuffash, a clinical professor of pediatrics at the Royal Co...
Greener Neighborhoods Bring Healthier Hearts, Study Shows
- Robert Preidt
- August 30, 2021
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The greener your neighborhood, the lower your risk of heart disease.
That's the takeaway from a new study, which reported that adding to a neighborhood's green space can have a big payoff for public health.
"For the cost of one emergency room visit for a heart atta...
Wildfires Ravage Firefighters' Long-Term Physical, Mental Health
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 11, 2021
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Roaring, fast-moving blazes. Choking smoke. Fiery tornados. Thunderstorms and lightning.
The Dixie Fire -- now the single largest wildfire in California history -- continues to spread, having burned through more than 750 square miles of forest land north of Sacramento.
Vaping Just Once Triggers Dangerous 'Oxidative Stress'
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- August 11, 2021
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Young, healthy adults who try vaping for the first time may experience an immediate reaction that can harm cells and lay the groundwork for disease, according to a new study.
Just 30 minutes of vaping can increase oxidative stress, which occurs when there is an imbalance...
Could Women's Health Decline Along With Their Height?
- Robert Preidt
- August 11, 2021
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In a study conducted in Scandinavia, loss of height among middle-aged women was linked to an increased risk of early death from heart attack and stroke, researchers report.
Some loss of height goes along with aging, and previous studies have suggested it may boost the od...
AHA News: Bob Odenkirk's 'Small' Heart Attack? Doctors Say They're a Big Deal
- American Heart Association News
- August 3, 2021
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When actor Bob Odenkirk collapsed on the set of "Better Call Saul" last week in New Mexico, fans held their breath -- and obsessively checked for updates on social media -- until word came that he was expected to be OK.
"I had a small heart attack," he tweeted on Friday,...
AHA News: Dangers of Life-Threatening Second Heart Attack May Be Highest Soon After the First
- American Heart Association News
- August 2, 2021
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A first heart attack is a serious, life-changing event, although most people now survive them. But a new study underscores the importance of doing everything possible to avoid another one.
"It's like taking another hit," said Dr. Umesh Khot, a cardiologist at the Clevela...
Low-Dose Aspirin Cuts Heart Risks in Patients Battling Pneumonia
- Robert Preidt
- July 8, 2021
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Aspirin has long been taken by heart patients to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack, but a new study suggests that it can also guard against cardiovascular trouble in pneumonia patients.
Such complications are common in pneumonia patients and strongly associated ...
Many Heart Disease Patients Keep Smoking, Despite Knowing Risks
- Cara Murez
- June 9, 2021
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Smoking cigarettes or using other tobacco products increases heart risks, but that doesn't stop some Americans with a history of heart problems, new research finds.
Many continue to smoke after having a heart attack, heart failure or stroke even though they are aware of ...
Elections Can Be Tough on Americans' Hearts
- Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- May 21, 2021
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A U.S. presidential election can be hard on your heart.
That's the takeaway from two new studies that look back on the 2016 race between Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton.
For one, researchers investigated heart rhythm disorders in more than 2,4...
Stair Climbing a Big Step Up for Heart Patients' Health
- Robert Preidt
- May 21, 2021
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If you are a heart patient, could climbing the stairs be a good workout alternative to the gym, particularly during a pandemic?
It looks that way, two new studies show.
Researchers noted that less than a quarter of heart patients stick to exercise regimens and that...
1 in 4 Heart Attacks Arrive With 'Atypical' Symptoms
- Robert Preidt
- May 6, 2021
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A quarter of heart attack patients have atypical symptoms and are less likely to receive emergency care, Danish research reveals.
These patients are also more likely to die within 30 days than those with chest pain.
Atypical heart attack symptoms include breathing ...
A Stressed Brain Might Play Role in 'Broken Heart' Syndrome
- Robert Preidt
- March 26, 2021
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The brain may play a role in so-called broken heart syndrome, a new study suggests.
Formally known as Takotsubo syndrome (TTS), it's a temporary -- but potentially deadly -- heart condition brought on by stressful situations and emotions.
In this study, published M...
Nitrogen Dioxide, a Car Exhaust Pollutant, Is Raising Death Rates: Study
- Robert Preidt
- March 25, 2021
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Even small increases of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) air pollution may cause an uptick in heart- and lung-related deaths, underscoring the need to tighten limits on this type of air pollution, Chinese researchers say.
NO2 is produced by burning fuel for vehicles, power and ind...
Another Study Finds COVID Patients Face Higher Risk for Stroke
- March 19, 2021
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A new study adds to mounting evidence that COVID patients have an added risk of stroke.
Researchers analyzed data on more than 20,000 U.S. adults hospitalized with COVID-19 between January and November 2020. The analysis found that their risk of stroke was higher than fo...
Unhealthy in Your 20s? Your Mind May Pay the Price Decades Later
- Robert Preidt
- March 18, 2021
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If you're a 20-something who wants to stay sharp, listen up: A new study suggests poor health habits now may increase your risk of mental decline later in life.
Its authors say young adulthood may be the most critical time for adopting a healthy lifestyle in order to kee...
'Race Gap' in U.S. Heart Health Has Changed Little in 20 Years: Report
- Denise Mann
- March 15, 2021
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Black Americans who live in rural areas are two to three times more likely to die from diabetes and high blood pressure compared with white rural folks, and this gap hasn't changed much over the last 20 years, new research shows.
The study spanned from 1999 through 2018,...
Does COVID Harm the Heart? New Study Says Maybe Not
- Ernie Mundell and Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporters
- March 12, 2021
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Does COVID-19 help create heart problems, or are people with preexisting heart issues simply more prone to getting the illness?
The issue remains unclear, with a new British study finding that people with heart problems appear to have an increased risk of contracting CO...
High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy Could Affect Women's Hearts Long Term
- Robert Preidt
- February 25, 2021
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Pregnancy-related high blood pressure can lead to long-term heart risks, new research shows.
Compared to those with normal blood pressure during pregnancy, women who developed blood pressure disorders such as preeclampsia and gestational hypertension had significant diff...
Panic Attack or Heart Attack? Here's How to Tell the Difference
- Cara Murez
- February 19, 2021
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A heart attack and a panic attack share many similar symptoms, so it's crucial to determine which one it is, experts say.
Chest pain, racing heart, shortness of breath and sweating can occur with both, but only a heart attack can be fatal, according to a team at Penn Sta...
More Young U.S. Women Are Dying From Heart Disease
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- February 16, 2021
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The toll of America's obesity epidemic is showing up in younger women, as a new study shows that deaths from heart disease in this unlikely group have increased in the past decade.
The likely culprits along with obesity? Type 2 diabetes, along with diseases of pregnancy,...
Diabetes While Pregnant Ups Odds for Heart Disease Later
- Robert Preidt
- February 8, 2021
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Developing diabetes during pregnancy may increase a woman's risk for heart disease later in life, according to a new study.
It included about 1,100 women without type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Those who developed diabetes during pregnancy (gestational diabetes) were twice as...
Pandemic Cut U.S. Heart Surgeries in Half as Patients Avoided Hospitals
- Ernie Mundell and Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporters
- February 2, 2021
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There has been a sharp decline in heart surgeries and an increase in heart surgery patient deaths in the United States during the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers say.
An analysis of national data revealed a 53% decrease in all adult heart surgeries, including a 40% declin...
Heart Disease Remains No. 1 Killer, But COVID Will Have Big Impact
- Robert Preidt
- January 27, 2021
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Heart disease is likely to remain the world's leading cause of death for years to come, partially due to effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, an American Heart Association report predicts.
Heart disease deaths worldwide rose 17.1% over the past decade, with nearly 18.6 mill...
High Blood Pressure Often Mistaken for Menopausal Symptoms in Women
- Robert Preidt
- January 27, 2021
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High blood pressure is often dismissed as part of menopausal symptoms in older women, experts say. And that could raise a woman's risk for heart trouble, European experts warn.
That warning, along with recommendations on how doctors can help middle-aged women avoid ...
Men, Make Health Your Goal This Year
- January 24, 2021
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The new year is the ideal time to focus on your health and one expert has some tips, especially for men, for doing that.
According to Dr. Kevin McVary, director of Loyola Medicine Men's Health Center, in Maywood, Ill., "Men don't always focus on their health and, in fact...
Diabetes Boosts Odds for Heart Trouble 10-fold in Younger Women
- Ernie Mundell and Steven Reinberg
- January 21, 2021
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THURSDAY, Jan. 21, 2021 (HealthDay News) - - With rising obesity rates, more young women American women are developing type 2 diabetes, putting them at hugely increased risk for heart disease, new research shows.
In fact, the study found that women under 55 with type 2 d...
Stressed Out By the News? Here's Tips to Help Cope
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 20, 2021
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Be kind to your heart and health and turn off the news, doctors say.
Northwestern University experts suggest checking in on current events a couple of times a day and no more. Constant updates can fuel anxiety and depression, they warn.
"As a practicing preventive ...
Get Rid of Red Meat to Help Your Heart: Study
- Serena McNiff
- December 7, 2020
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Another study has confirmed what scientists have long known -- eating a lot of red meat may be bad for your heart.
On the other hand, opting for plant-based proteins instead of ordering a steak may boost your cardiovascular health.
In a new study, researchers foll...