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What Does Cardiovascular System Mean
October 02, 2008
Veterans who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may
be at greater risk of heart attacks as they age. Two new studies
have found that in addition to greater heart-attack risks, veterans
with PTSD are more likely to have conditions like arthritis and
psoriasis. The veterans also report worse overall physical
condition than the general population. Researchers think that
combat stress may wear down the cardiovascular system and cause the
higher risks.
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Expert & Community Posts
By Cleo Hutton
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Health Expert
...another cause of stroke. We know that the cardiovascular system (heart, arteries, and...
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By Eileen Bailey
,
Health Expert
...medications contain a warning regarding the impact on cardiovascular systems as a result of...
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By Dr. Jonathan Krant
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Health Expert
...marketplace when evidence of potential injury to the cardiovascular system was documented...
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By Jerry Kennard
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Health Expert
...slower build up of atherosclerosis and damage to the cardiovascular system. Although it is...
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Health Guide
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...
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...exercise studies, or working as personal trainers.Cardiologists can advise you on how to improve your
cardiovascular system through endurance exercise. Orthopedic doctors can help you understand...
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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...
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A stress test is an objective way of determining your exertional capacity. It can be used for many reasons. By far the most common use is to assess the cause for a patient complaint such as chest...
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A blockage in the heart's arteries may reduce or completely cut off the blood supply to a portion of the heart. This can cause a blood clot to form and totally stop blood flow in a coronary artery,...
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