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Heart of silk: Scientists use silk from the tasar silkworm as a scaffold for heart tissue
Damaged human heart muscle cannot be regenerated. Scar tissue grows in place of the damaged muscle cells. Scientists are seeking to restore complete cardiac function with the help of artificial cardiac tissue. They have succeeded in loading cardiac muscle cells onto a three-dimensional scaffold, created using the silk produced by a tropical silkworm.Will you have a heart attack or stroke?
Your risk of having a heart attack or stroke may be worse than you think. Currently, risk is assessed by projecting 10 years ahead. New research shows a young or middle-aged adult at low risk in the short term may be at high risk in the long term, if they have only one risk factor. This is the first study to examine the lifetime risk of heart disease in white and black men and women.Middle-age risk factors drive greater lifetime risk for heart disease
A new study reports that while an individual's risk of heart disease may be low in the next five or 10 years, the lifetime risk could still be very high, findings that could have implications for both clinical practice and public health policy.Food fried in olive or sunflower oil is not linked to heart disease, Spanish study finds
Eating food fried in olive or sunflower oil is not linked to heart disease or premature death, a new study finds. The authors stress, however, that their study took place in Spain, a Mediterranean country where olive or sunflower oil is used for frying and their results would probably not be the same in another country where solid and re-used oils were used for frying.Adult stem cells could improve angioplasy outcome; Study to explore usage
A researcher is studying what role adult stem cells might play in repairing damaged coronary arteries, following angioplasty/stenting.Health.com Heart News
Frying With Olive, Sunflower Oil OK for Heart, Study Finds
TUESDAY, Jan. 24 (HealthDay News) — Researchers in Spain have some good news for people who enjoy eating fried food: Cooking in olive or sunflower oil is not linked to heart disease or premature death. Because heart disease risk factors — such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and obesity — have been linked to eating [...]
Sex is Safe for Most Heart Patients, Doctors Say
Resuming sexual activity is perfectly safe for most heart patients, according to new guidelines from the American Heart Association.
Women Suffer From Sleep Apnea, Raised Heart Risks, Too
By Kathleen DohenyHealthDay Reporter MONDAY, Jan. 16 (HealthDay News) — Just as it does in men, obstructive sleep apnea can raise the risk for women of dying from heart attacks and having other cardiovascular problems, a new Spanish study indicates. However, treating severe apnea at night with a system called CPAP — continuous positive airway pressure — [...]
Red Wine Researcher Said to Falsify Data
THURSDAY, January 12, 2012 (Health.com) — The University of Connecticut has notified 11 scientific journals that research on the potential health benefits of red wine led by one of its faculty members appears to contain falsified and fabricated data. Following a three-year investigation, a university review board has concluded that Dipak K. Das, Ph.D., the director [...]
Grief May Trigger Heart Attacks
Losing a loved one can bring overwhelming feelings of grief, depression, and anger. For some people, the shock and stress of bereavement may even bring on a heart attack.
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Tp parents of children with CHD, You are invited to participate in a brief survey for Pediatric Congenital Heart Defect (CHD) research. I, Ashlee Loughan, am a doctoral student recruiting…Continue
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Mitral Valve Prolapse. Need Help!! 1 Reply
Good day everyone, I'm MJ 24 years old from the Philippines. I have a sister suffering from a heart disease called MITRAL VALVE PROLAPSE , she got this disease since she was 11 or 12 years old and…Continue
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Girls face bias in heart surgery too
A study conducted by doctors at the AIIMS has found that among children who require heart surgery, boys have a much better chance…Continue
Started by Indian Heart Foundation Team Sep 22, 2011.
Mitral Valve Prolapse with Moderate Regurgitation
Hello Everyone, I was diagnosed with mitral valve prolapse with most moderate regurgitation last Aug.2 2011. My symptoms are chest pain, dizziness and palpitations. My cardiologist said he didn't…Continue
Started by Ma. Imelda S. Dizon Aug 12, 2011.
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My father had a triple bypass 3 weeks ago and is still in the hospital recovering. He has had some complications post surgery. He has a lot of fluid built up in his feet and lungs. His heart is still…Continue
Started by PRITESH PATEL Jun 29, 2011.
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