Emergency Duties And Deaths From Heart Disease Among ...
"We found conclusive evidence that the risk of coronary heart disease death is significantly higher during fire suppression, responding to alarms, returning from alarms and during certain physical training activities," said Dr. Kales, who is ... [... more]
American Heart Association |
Heart Disease First Aid
Automated external defibrillators: Do you need an AED? Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Heart disease first aid [... more]
Mayo Clinic |
Mouth Body Connection: Heart Disease And Stroke
Several theories exist to explain the link between periodontal disease and heart disease. One theory is that oral bacteria can affect the heart when they enter the blood stream, attaching to fatty plaques in the coronary arteries (heart blood ... [... more]
American Academy of Periodontology |
Anesthesia And Heart Disease
In order to develop an individualized plan to achieve the best outcome during and after surgery for those with pre-existing heart disease, the decision regarding the most appropriate type of anesthesia agent and technique (e.g., general, ... [... more]
American Heart Association |
What Is Heart Disease?
When people use the term "heart disease," they are usually referring to the condition more accurately described as coronary artery disease (CAD). This is a narrowing of the coronary arteries that reduces blood flow to the heart muscle. It is by ... [... more]
Better Homes and Gardens USA |
Heart Disease Risk Factors
Some cholesterol is often termed "good," and some often termed "bad." A higher level of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, or HDL, is considered "good," and gives some protection against heart disease. Higher levels of ... [... more]
Centers for Disease Control |
NO More Heart Disease: How Nitric Oxide Can ...
 Dr. Louis Ignarro discovered "the atom" of cardiovascular health--a tiny molecule called Nitric Oxide. NO, as it is known by chemists, is a signaling molecule produced by the body, and is a vasodilator that helps control blood flow to every ... [... more]
$22.95
Amazon.com |
Heart Disease (Chicken Soup for the Soul Healthy Living)
Endorsed and supported by the Hope Heart Institute! This new series from Chicken Soup for the Soul - inspirational stories followed by positive, practical medical advice for caregivers and patients - is the perfect blend of emotional support and vital ... [... more]
$4.99
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Living Longer with Heart Disease: The Noninvasive ...
This book will change the way you think about heart disease! On the frontlines of clinical noninvasive heart therapy, Dr. Wayne separates fact from fiction in this in-depth look at coronary disease. From research studies to drug therapy, the public has ... [... more]
$22.95
Amazon.com |
Heart Disease and High Blood Pressure (Getting Well ...
At epidemic proportions, atherosclerosis and all its complications are fast sweeping throughout the Western world. Heart disease, the number-one killer, causes 36 percent of all deaths in the United States. Stroke, another complication of atherosclerosis, ... [... more]
$11.00
Amazon.com |
Beyond Cholesterol: 7 Life-Saving Heart Disease Tests ...
The latest scientific research has revealed that cholesterol levels are not the definitive indicator of heart disease risk. In fact, there are six new lab tests and a CT scan that can reveal much about the state of your heart and cardiovascular system. ... [... more]
$13.95
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Outliving Heart Disease: The 10 New Rules for Prevention ...
The essential, cutting-edge, exactly-what-you-need-to-know guide to heart health for every man and woman—from a leading cardiologist and professor, and longstanding spokesperson for the American Heart Association. In the last decade, the rules for ... [... more]
$24.95
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