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LinM
posted 02/12/2009, comments (3)

What is Left Bundle Branch Block?

My doctor said I have Left Bundle Branch Block, but didn't explain it very well, and didn't recommend any treatment. What is it and what should I do about it? Is this something that will cause problems later? Does it increase my risk of heart attack?
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Dr. William Davis

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Heart Disease Specialist
posted 02/10/2009, comments (5)

Coronary Angioplasty, Stents, and Other Relics of the Paleolithic Age

In the next 24 hours, nearly 10,000 heart procedures will be performed in hospitals across the U.S. That's 365 days a year, year after year.   Procedures and drugs taking aim at heart disease appear to be getting better and better-yet the cardiovascular healthcare system grows bigger, generating more procedures, more expensive... Read moreChevron
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Dr. William Davis

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posted 02/04/2009, comment (1)

With Mercury and Pesticides, Is Fish Oil Safe?

Fish has given fish oil a bad name.    Because questions have been raised over mercury and pesticide residues in fish when eaten, some people have been reluctant to add fish oil supplements to their health regimen.   But they shouldn't be.      There is no question that some types of fish, particularly large... Read moreChevron
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Dr. William Davis

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Heart Disease Specialist
posted 02/02/2009, comment (1)

Are You Afraid of Fish Oil?

Imagine you just learned that olive oil was good for your health (which it is, of course. I'm just using olive oil as an example to make a point.) Would you then take a capsule or two every day?   I hope not. You'd probably pour it liberally on salads, use it in cooking, keep a big jar of it handy. You wouldn't worry whether you poured 1000... Read moreChevron
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HeartHawk

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posted 02/02/2009, comments (11)

So, How Many Pills Do YOU Take?

Talk about getting old! Each and every day I take 14 different drugs and supplements for a total of 25 pills to fight my heart disease. Anybody else who wants bragging rights feel free to comment and claim your throne as the king of pill takers. If nothing else it will make the rest of us feel better. So, just what is old HeartHawk taking? Well,... Read moreChevron
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