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A Lifetime of Stress Could Be a Precursor to Stroke
By Cleo Hutton , Health Expert...another cause of stroke. We know that the cardiovascular system (heart, arteries, and... Read more »
Are Anti-Inflammatory Medications Safe for Osteoarthritis Sufferers?
By Dr. Jonathan Krant , Health Expert...marketplace when evidence of potential injury to the cardiovascular system was documented... Read more »
How Stress Affects the Body
By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert...slower build up of atherosclerosis and damage to the cardiovascular system. Although it is... Read more »
Use of Anti-inflammatory Medications
By Mark Borigini, M.D. , Health Expert...physically active and we all know the benefits to the cardiovascular system of physical... Read more »
Exciting News from the International Headache Congress 2009!
By Nancy Bonk , Health Expert...increased risk of stroke. AND, people with a healthy cardiovascular system and Migraine with... Read more »
Health Guide
Obesity Related Complications
General Adverse Effects of Obesity. Obesity, defined as a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or over, accounts for nearly 300,000 deaths in the U.S. each year. It is associated with more... Read more »High Blood Pressure, Hypertension Patient Guide
It is estimated that one in four adults (approximately 50 million) in the United States has elevated blood pressure – and more than 30 percent of them are unaware of it. Since people with... Read more »Stroke Patient Guide, Part II: Diagnosis
Diagnosing a stroke Any type of stroke is considered a medical emergency and requires urgent medical assistance, because immediate treatment can make the difference between life and death. ... Read more »Colds and the Flu: Prevention
PreventionBecause colds and flus are easily spread, everyone should always wash his or her hands before eating and after going outside. Ordinary soap is sufficient. Waterless hand cleaners that... Read more »Angioplasty Patient Guide: Find Angioplasty Information
What is angioplasty? Coronary balloon angioplasty is an invasive method of opening blocked arteries that might impede flow to the heart, and possibly result in heart attack or death. It is more... Read more »Images
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