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Half of the People with Hypertension Are Unaware of Their Health Condition
By Cheri Cheng | Sep 05, 2013 10:01 AM EDTIn a new report, researchers found that around half of the adults with hypertension are unaware of their health condition.
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Cold Weather Ups Heart Attack Risk
By Christine Hsu | Sep 02, 2013 09:02 AM EDTCold weather may raise the risk of heart attacks, according to a new study.
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Fewer Bacterial Species in Gut Ups Disease Risk
By Christine Hsu | Aug 28, 2013 01:30 PM EDTWe have trillions of bacteria living in our intestines. All together, the bacteria living in our gut weigh around 1.5 kilograms. A major part of these "blind passengers" were unknown because they were difficult or impossible to grow in laboratories. Now, scientists have discovered a link between richness of bacterial species in the intestines and the susceptibility of medical complications related to obesity.
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Researchers Found Gene Tied to Raising Heart Disease Risk in Diabetics
By Cheri Cheng | Aug 28, 2013 09:51 AM EDTResearchers discovered a gene found in diabetics that appears to increase their risk of heart disease.
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Diabetes Treatments May Reduce Heart Disease Risk
By Christine Hsu | Aug 27, 2013 05:59 PM EDTDiabetes treatments may also protect people from heart disease, according to a new study.
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Low Inflammation Linked to Healthy Metabolic Status in Obese People
By Christine Hsu | Aug 27, 2013 05:25 PM EDTObesity has been linked to a higher risk of diabetes and heart disease. However, some people who are obese do not develop high blood pressure and negative cholesterol profiles, factors that increase the risk of metabolic diseases.
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Eating Blueberries Every Day Can Have Numerous Health Benefits
By Cheri Cheng | Aug 27, 2013 01:46 PM EDTIn a new study, a clinical nutritionist found that eating two cups of blueberries a day can improve chronic inflammation and reduce bad cholesterol.
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Female Smokers More Likely to Suffer Deadly Bleeding Strokes
By Christine Hsu | Aug 22, 2013 04:08 PM EDTPrevious research reveals that smoking may cause similar stroke risks for men and women. However, a new study reveals that female smokers may be at a greater risk for a more deadly and uncommon type of stroke.
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Toxins from a Staph Infection Could Lead to Heart Disease
By Cheri Cheng | Aug 20, 2013 11:07 AM EDTResearchers identified superantigens produced from staph bacteria as the causes of the lethal side effects of endocarditis, a deadly bacterial heart valve infection.
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Children of Overweight Moms at Greater Risk of Early Heart Death
By Christine Hsu | Aug 13, 2013 11:41 PM EDTChildren of overweight or obese moms are at greater risk of early heart death as adults.
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Mediterranean Diet May Cancel Genetic Risk of Stroke
By Christine Hsu | Aug 13, 2013 12:22 PM EDTNew research reveals more reasons why you should switch to the Mediterranean diet today.
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Testicle Size May Predict Heart Health
By Christine Hsu | Jul 31, 2013 04:39 PM EDTBeing ballsy might actually be a bad thing.
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College Football Linked to Heart Disease Risk
By Christine Hsu | Jul 29, 2013 04:41 PM EDTMost high school athletes long to play sports in college. However, new research reveals that the dream of being a college sports star could be dangerous for those who want to play football.
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Kidney Stones Linked to Coronary Heart Disease in Women
By Christine Hsu | Jul 23, 2013 04:10 PM EDTKidney stones have been linked to a small increase in coronary heart disease in women.
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Skipping Breakfast May Be Harming Your Heart
By Christine Hsu | Jul 22, 2013 04:28 PM EDTBreakfast really is the most meal of the day, according to a new study that found that skipping the morning meal could increase the risk of heart disease.
