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University of Florida researchers have identified a gene variation in heart disease patients who appear especially vulnerable to the physical effects of mental stress to the point where blood flow to the heart is greatly reduced. “Searching for Continue Reading
ScienceDaily (Apr. 9, 2008) Aggressively lowering cholesterol and blood pressure levels below current targets in adults with type 2 diabetes may help to prevent — and possibly reverse — hardening of the arteries, according to new research Continue Reading
A study has failed to show whether super-low blood pressure and cholesterol levels are good for health. The study included 499 American Indians. All had diabetes and therefore a high risk of heart disease. All were given medicine to lower blood Continue Reading
If you’re a man past 40 experiencing impotence, consider it a sign you may need a medical evaluation. With the easy availability of Viagra and other drugs to counter impotence, men now have a way to “fix the problem.” But there may be an underlying Continue Reading
April 9 (Bloomberg) — Diabetics who lower their blood pressure and cholesterol below currently recommended levels may slow or reverse plaque buildup in arteries, a study found. Patients were treated with a mix of drugs to reduce bad cholesterol to Continue Reading
CHICAGO (Reuters) - Exercise will not cut the risk of heart disease in those who are overweight unless they also slim down, according to a study of thousands of U.S. women published on Monday. “Even high quantities of physical activity are unlikely Continue Reading
Diabetic Food Shopping That Won’t Break a Budget Diabetes Study Sparks Treatment Debate Uric Acid May Help Spot Diabetic Kidney Disease Diabetics Face Doubled Risk of Heart Attack Once-Daily Insulin Shot Proves Effective in Study Oct. 26, 2007 — It Continue Reading
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