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Two drugs look promising for lipoprotein(a), a common genetic risk factor for heart disease
At AHA, Phase 2 results from Eli Lilly and Silence Therapeutics are seen as signs of a "major new path" of cardiovascular ...
Cocoa, green tea might help counteract 'stress eating' fatty foods
Folks who stress-eat fatty foods like cookies, chips and ice cream might be able to protect their health with a nice cup of ...
Coronary calcium score shown as strong, non-invasive predictor of heart attacks
Predicting who is at high risk for a heart attack or death may be as simple as obtaining a person's coronary artery calcium ...
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Going for a stress test? Here are 6 things to avoid
Medication will be given to simulate the effects of exercise on the heart, followed by imaging techniques like echocardiography or nuclear imaging. You should go for a stress test if: Before getting ...
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Should We Be Stressed About Our Cortisol Levels? I Got a Blood Stress Test to Find Out
Following my cortisol blood test, I've spoken with several doctors to better understand my "high cortisol" results and answer ...
Your resting heart rate can tell you a lot about your health. Here’s what your pulse should be at every age
Factors including stress, hormones, anxiety, medication, and physical activity also contribute to what may be considered a ...