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New Blood Test Diagnoses Heart Attacks Quicker

By measuring cTn, doctors are able to rule-out heart attacks with a single blood test.

About to die

Breakthrough Might Limit Damage Caused by Heart Attacks

RBPJ serves as the master controller of genes that regulate blood vessel growth in the adult heart.

China needs to build a more varied healthcare sector for the elderly population

Global Elderly Population to Double in 30 years

A report by the US census bureau revealed that the global elderly population is ageing at an increasing rate, with the number of people aged at 65 and over expected to reach more than double by 2050.

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Heart Disease is Leading Cause of Death Among American Women

Heart disease is the topmost cause of death for women in the United States.

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Drinking a Can of Energy Drink a Day Increases Risk of Heart Attack

In a study done by the American Heart Association, a mere can of energy drink can significantly increase the stress hormone levels of a person, thus increasing his or her risk of cardiovascular diseases. The research found that the finding is true for young and healthy adults.

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Belly Fat Can Be More Dangerous Than Obesity - Study

A study led by Mayo Clinic cardiologist Francisco Lopez-Jimenez has found out that big-bellied males who are of normal weight have twice the mortality rate of males who are obese. Also, women of normal weight with big bellies were 32% more likely to pass away from heart disease than obese women.

New Research Paves Way for Production of Billions of Stem Cells

New Research Paves Way For Billions Of Stem Cell Production

Researchers at the University of Nottingham have developed a technique to produce billions of stem cells — typically stem cell factories — at once for use in future. These stems can then be used for treating conditions related to the brain, heart and liver.

Wildfires

Wildfires Smoke Poses Health Risks: Triggers Heart Attacks, Cardiac Arrest And Other Heart Diseases

Exposure to wildfires smoke have recently been discovered to cause heart diseases such as heart attacks and cardiac arrests, particularly in elderly people. According to the researchers, air pollution created by wildfires fuels the risk for heart hazards.

Blues Legend B.B. King

Blues Legend B.B. King In Hospice Care After Minor Heart Attack

B.B. King, 89, the legendary blues guitarist wrote on his personal website Friday that he was in hospice care at his Nevada home. King had been hospitalized for the second time in a month.

binge drinking

Binge Drinking Escalates Risk of Heart Attack by 70 Percent

Researchers noted that risks are more dangerous for individuals who don’t really drink on weekdays and up for binge drinking over the weekend.

Andrew Lesnie

'Lord of the Rings' Cinematographer Andrew Lesnie Dies At 59

Academy Award-winning Australian cinematographer Andrew Lesnie, most celebrated for his work on the "The Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" films, passed away April 27, 2015, from a heart attack. He was 59.

A.J. Pero, Drummer Of Twisted Sister, Dies Due To Heart Attack

Anthony Jude "A.J." Pero, drummer for heavy metal band Twisted Sister, passed away due to a heart attack on a tour bus last March 20, according to Associated Press via People Magazine.

Billy Casper

Overlooked Titan of Golf, Billy Casper, Passes Away at 83

The Overlooked Titan of Golf, Billy Casper, passed away at 83 years of age last Saturday at his home in Springville, Utah. His death was due to a heart attack.

Aspirin

Many Americans are Taking Aspirin Unnecessarily

While aspirin is useful in preventing strokes by preventing blood clots, it may also cause dangerous bleeding.

Cancer

Google Aims to Scan Bodies for Disease

The early detection of a disease is known to significantly increase the likelihood of successfully treating several types of life-threatening illnesses.

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