HealthCentralcm.own.healthcentralgeneralhealthnonenone2001Healthcentral.com is one of the most trusted sources of medical information and up to date news and contains a doctor-approved health encyclopedia of diseases and conditions, the ability to find symptoms and treatments. Also drug information with side effects and interactions./home/sites/healthcentralwww.healthcentral.com/HealthCentral : News (more_index_1_1_1)Management/Prevention - Diseases and Conditions, Treatments, General Health InformationManagement/Prevention - Diseases and Conditions, Treatments, General Health InformationNews (more_index_1_1_1)heartattackHealthCentralDiseasesHeart Disease, StrokeHeart AttackManagement/PreventionNews (more_index_1_1_1)http://www.healthcentral.com/channel/408/2007/more_index_1_1_1.htmlhttp://www.healthcentral.com/channel/408/2007/more_index_1_1_1_pf.htmlIndex PageNews (more_index_1_1_1)more_index_1_1_1.htmlNews (more_index_1_1_1)Rheumatoid Arthritis Boosts Heart Disease ThreatBut checking typical risk factors can help head off problems,
research saysBy Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter2007-11-10 00:00:01.0Diesel Exhaust Increases Clot Formation2 hours after exposure to fumes, volunteers' blood platelets
thickened, study found2007-11-08 00:00:00.0Regular Exercise Helps Fight Heart FailureIt stimulates tissue repair better than drugs, study findsBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-08 00:00:00.0Stem Cells Show Early Promise for Heart ProblemsBut far more research is needed to benefit heart attack patients,
studies showBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-08 00:00:00.0Cardiac Device Won't Help Some Heart Failure PatientsThey performed no better with Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy,
researchers say2007-11-07 00:00:02.0Experimental Drug Fails Against Heart FailureTezosentan didn't change outcomes for patients with sudden,
life-threatening attacks, trial showsBy Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-11-07 00:00:02.0Early HRT Protects a Woman's HeartBut contraceptives heighten risk of arterial problems, studies findBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-07 00:00:02.0Blood Pressure, Heartbeat Problems Aggravate Alzheimer'sTreating vascular conditions might lessen memory loss, study
suggestsBy Carolyn Colwell HealthDay Reporter2007-11-07 00:00:02.0Nurse-Led Intervention Boosts Cardiac Rehab: StudyAlmost 90% adhered to fluid restriction, weigh-ins when aided by
trained support group2007-11-06 00:00:01.0Early Weight Gain Can Mean Heart Trouble Later in LifeChildren as young as 7 show signs of cardiovascular risk factors,
study findsBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-06 00:00:01.0Breast-Feeding Confers Long-Term Heart BenefitsLower body mass, high levels of good cholesterol combat
cardiovascular disease, study says2007-11-06 00:00:00.0Blood-Incompatible Heart Transplants Safe for InfantsStudy data shows mortality could be reduced 20% for those awaiting
new organ2007-11-06 00:00:00.0New Computerized Scans Effective for Spotting Clogged ArteriesThey could eliminate need for invasive procedures for some
patients, study says2007-11-06 00:00:00.0Certain Cholesterol Drugs Show Their LimitsStudies reveal that some of these heart medications aren't perfectBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-06 00:00:00.0New Measures Improve Heart CarePrograms that simplified treatment choices led to better outcomes,
research showsBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-05 00:00:00.0New Heart Pump Helps Women Awaiting TransplantsIt's smaller than the first-generation device, researchers reportBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-05 00:00:00.0Chocolate Has Sweet Effect on Blood FlowArteries function better when the dark delight is consumed, study
suggests2007-11-05 00:00:00.0Drug-Coated Stents No Riskier in Long Run Than Bare Metal OnesLargest study to date finds no difference in heart attack or
mortality ratesBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-05 00:00:00.0Poorer Blood Pressure Control in Blacks With Heart FailureDoctors need to do more to erase racial disparities, study suggests2007-11-05 00:00:00.0New Anti-Clotting Drug Shows Promise in Heart PatientsPrasugrel reduced heart risks after angioplasty/stenting, but
raised bleeding risks when compared to PlavixBy Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-11-05 00:00:00.0Emergency Care for Heart Attacks, Pneumonia Fails to Meet GoalsPoor compliance and racial disparities found, study finds2007-11-03 00:00:01.0Preeclampsia Linked to Heart Disease RiskWomen need to be aware of their heart disease risk before and after
pregnancyBy Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter2007-11-03 00:00:01.0Just Anticipating a Nap May Be Good for the HeartExpectation produced small drops in blood pressure, but more study
needed, researchers sayBy Randy Dotinga HealthDay Reporter2007-11-03 00:00:00.0Test Spots Who Should Get Implanted DefibrillatorNot every patient needs the expensive but lifesaving devices,
experts noteBy Randy Dotinga HealthDay Reporter2007-11-02 00:00:00.0Siblings Often Share Heart RisksBrothers, especially, may be most affected, study findsBy Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter2007-11-02 00:00:00.0Study Supports Controversial Heart Failure DrugBut small, short-term trial is unlikely to quiet Natrecor's criticsBy E.J. Mundell HealthDay Reporter2007-10-30 00:00:01.0Defibrillator Use Urged to Save Children's LivesAmerican Academy of Pediatrics says heart problems in kids have
been underestimatedBy Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-30 00:00:01.0Obesity Can Hurt Kids' HeartsEarly signs of cardiovascular disease are there, researchers say2007-10-24 18:00:02.0Marital Stress Linked to Heart DiseaseCouples with troubled relationships have hardening of the coronary
arteries, research saysBy Karen Pallarito HealthDay Reporter2007-10-24 00:00:03.0Whole Grains Do a Heart GoodCereal cuts cardiovascular risk, as do fruits, veggies, research
showsBy Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-22 17:00:00.0Overweight Now a Global ProblemAbout a quarter of the world's adults are obese, study finds2007-10-22 17:00:00.0Defib Wire Warning Shouldn't Worry Most Users: ExpertsOverall risk is low, but patients should consult with their
doctors.Overall risk is low, but patients should consult with their
doctors.By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter2007-10-16 00:00:00.0AcidophilusAlzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.How can a supportive family help? Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Erectile DysfunctionErectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his or his partner's sexual needs. Watch this video animation as it shows how blood flow and other factors affect this disorder.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilAvapro - Drug DescriptionIrbesartanPulseShockGarlic May Ward Off Heart WoesIt spurs a chemical linked to healthy blood vessels, study finds.It spurs a chemical linked to healthy blood vessels, study finds.By Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-16 00:00:00.0AbdominoplastyAcidophilusAdhesionsAlzheimer's DiseaseHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.How can a supportive family help? Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Animation: What is Hypertension?The video animation explains high blood pressure. When the pressure exerted by the blood flow on the walls of the arteries exceeds normal levels, it leads to a condition called hypertension.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilAciphex - Drug DescriptionRabeprazoleActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilCholesterolCholesterolCardiovascularAngioplasty Equals Bypass Surgery for Heart Patients: StudySurvival rates virtually the same, but some people may prefer one
option over the other.Survival rates virtually the same, but some people may prefer one
option over the other.By Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-16 00:00:00.0Alzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisAngiogramHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.How can a supportive family help? Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Erectile DysfunctionErectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his or his partner's sexual needs. Watch this video animation as it shows how blood flow and other factors affect this disorder.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilAvapro - Drug DescriptionIrbesartanStrokeSafetyAngioplastyDiabetesStentDiabetesStrokeAnginaChest painCardiovascularAngioplastyChest Compressions Key to Revised CPR GuidelinesKeeping blood flowing to the brain and other vital organs is
critical for survival, experts say.Keeping blood flowing to the brain and other vital organs is
critical for survival, experts say.By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter2007-10-14 00:00:00.0Alzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisAngiogramHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.How can a supportive family help? Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Erectile DysfunctionErectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his or his partner's sexual needs. Watch this video animation as it shows how blood flow and other factors affect this disorder.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilAvapro - Drug DescriptionIrbesartanDiabetes Seems to Heighten Glaucoma RiskHeart attackCPRChronic Illness Often a Taboo Subject: SurveyJust a third of U.S. adults feel comfortable discussing it.Just a third of U.S. adults feel comfortable discussing it.2007-10-11 00:00:00.0Addison's DiseaseAlzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisHope for Diabetes and Lou Gehrig's A new treatment could stop diabetes altogether, while another could add years to the lives of patients suffering from a devastating neurological disease.Howard: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.AsthmaAsthma is a disorder of obstruction to breathing due to inflammation and narrowing of the bronchial tubes. Pollen, pet dander, weather changes, tobacco smoke, etc. can trigger and worsen asthma symptoms in susceptible patients.Bipolar Disorder Animation Bipolar disorder is a psychiatric disease characterized by episodes of extreme mood swings, depression and mania. Learn more about bipolar disorder with this animation.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateActos - Drug DescriptionPioglitazoneAdderal XR - Drug DescriptionAmphetamine Mixed SaltsChronicStressful Jobs Hard on the HeartHigh anxiety, low control double recurrent heart attack risk, study
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finds.By Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-09 00:00:00.0AbscessActinomycosisAcute Myeloid Leukemia (Adult)AIDS and HIV InfectionHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.Fighting HIV A new blood test tells researchers which HIV drugs don't work, so they can figure out which ones will.Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Bipolar Disorder Animation Bipolar disorder is a psychiatric disease characterized by episodes of extreme mood swings, depression and mania. Learn more about bipolar disorder with this animation.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Abilify - Drug DescriptionaripiprazoleAccupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAdderal XR - Drug DescriptionAmphetamine Mixed SaltsMany Moms Unwilling to Have Younger Daughters Get HPV VaccineChronicCancerDepressionHeart AttackStressUnstable anginaHeart attackCardiovascularChest painAIDSHeart diseaseFamily Infighting Hurts the HeartSpats with spouse, kids, others boosts cardiovascular dangers,
study finds.Spats with spouse, kids, others boosts cardiovascular dangers,
study finds.By Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-08 00:00:00.0Alzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisAngiogramHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.How can a supportive family help? Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Erectile DysfunctionErectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his or his partner's sexual needs. Watch this video animation as it shows how blood flow and other factors affect this disorder.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAdderal XR - Drug DescriptionAmphetamine Mixed SaltsAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilDepressionStressAnxietyIncidenceCardiovascularHypertensionHeart diseaseStudy Rates Heart Health of Popular Diet PlansOrnish beat Atkins, but any weight loss is good for the heart,
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study finds.By Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-04 00:00:00.0Alzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisAngiogramHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.How can a supportive family help? Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Erectile DysfunctionErectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his or his partner's sexual needs. Watch this video animation as it shows how blood flow and other factors affect this disorder.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilAvapro - Drug DescriptionIrbesartanDiabetes Seems to Heighten Glaucoma RiskHeart DiseaseHeart diseaseRandy Jackson Takes Aim at DiabetesAmerican Idol judge is part of a campaign to stress the
disease's link to heart disease.American Idol judge is part of a campaign to stress the
disease's link to heart disease.By Janice Billingsley HealthDay Reporter2007-10-04 00:00:00.0Addison's DiseaseAlzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisHope for Diabetes and Lou Gehrig's A new treatment could stop diabetes altogether, while another could add years to the lives of patients suffering from a devastating neurological disease.Howard: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.DiabetesAlthough it can occur at any age, Diabetes is more common in people who are overweight, sedentary, and over middle age. Diabetes Type 2 is the most common form of diabetes. Watch this informative video animation and see how insulin binds to receptors.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateActos - Drug DescriptionPioglitazoneAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilDiabetes Seems to Heighten Glaucoma RiskHigh blood pressureBlindnessGastric bypassType 2 diabetesDiabetesStressFatigueCardiovascularDehydrationCholesterolDiabetesHeart DiseaseHDL - The Good CholesterolHeart diseaseStudy Finds Benefits With Drug-Coated StentsBetter outcomes for high-risk patients.Better outcomes for high-risk patients.By Ed Edelson HealthDay Reporter2007-10-03 00:00:00.0Alzheimer's DiseaseAneurysmsAngina PectorisAngiogramHoward: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Fixing Torn Hearts Now, doctors can fix a torn aorta without making a single incision in a patient’s chest.Medicine's Next Big Thing? Growing Hearts Chronic heart failure kills thousands each year, and though a heart transplant is an option, many patients die waiting for one. Now, cutting-edge technology may offer something better.How can a supportive family help? Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Coronary Bypass SurgeryThe Coronary bypass procedure is usually called a CABG. It is a type of heart surgery that reroutes, or "bypasses", the blood around these clogged arteries. This video animation shows how this life saving surgery is done.Erectile DysfunctionErectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his or his partner's sexual needs. Watch this video animation as it shows how blood flow and other factors affect this disorder.Accupril - Drug DescriptionQuinaprilActonel - Drug DescriptionRisedronateAltace - Drug DescriptionRamiprilAvapro - Drug DescriptionIrbesartanDiabetes Seems to Heighten Glaucoma RiskDiabetesStentHeart attackCardiovascularPlavix - Drug DescriptionClopidogrelPanic Attacks May Hike Heart Disease Risk in WomenStudy of postmenopausal women finds association, but no direct
cause and effect.Study of postmenopausal women finds association, but no direct
cause and effect.By Serena Gordon HealthDay Reporter2007-10-02 00:00:00.0Alzheimer's DiseaseAmenorrheaAmniocentesisAmniocentesis and CVSPreventing Breast CancerCould a pill a day prevent breast cancer? Tracking Breast Cancer Treatment It can take months to find out if a woman's breast cancer treatment is even working. A new scanner can give results in days.Howard: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Easier Radiation for Breast CancerThere’s a new kind of breast cancer therapy that’s quicker, easier and better for patients.Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Breast ReductionThis video shows indicators for Beast Reduction or reduction mammoplasty. Breast Reduction surgery is done to reduce the weight, mass and size of the breasts.Self Breast ExamBreast Carcinoma or breast cancer is the most commonly occurring
cancer in middle-aged women. View this easy to follow video
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studies find.By Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter2007-10-02 00:00:00.0Alzheimer's DiseaseAmenorrheaAmniocentesisAmniocentesis and CVSPreventing Breast CancerCould a pill a day prevent breast cancer? Tracking Breast Cancer Treatment It can take months to find out if a woman's breast cancer treatment is even working. A new scanner can give results in days.Howard: The Helping Hand for Stroke Survivors A robot named Howard is helping stroke survivors regain control and movement.Easier Radiation for Breast CancerThere’s a new kind of breast cancer therapy that’s quicker, easier and better for patients.Alzheimer's Disease Video AnimationAngioplastyPercutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA) - often abbreviated to angioplasty - is a procedure to re-open a narrowed coronary artery. Watch how this procedure opens arteries.Breast ReductionThis video shows indicators for Beast Reduction or reduction mammoplasty. Breast Reduction surgery is done to reduce the weight, mass and size of the breasts.Self Breast ExamBreast Carcinoma or breast cancer is the most commonly occurring
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