Carefully following the discharge instructions after a heart attack, including participating in a cardiac rehabilitation program, provides a much better chance of a full recovery and preventing another attack.
Angioplasty has become common for treating blocked arteries, but not all patients need the procedure. Many people with artery disease can be treated by taking medications and adopting healthier habits.
Persistent anxiety can contribute to respiratory disorders, gastrointestinal problems, and heart disease. Treating anxiety with psychotherapy, medications, or a combination can reduce or relieve physiological distress.
I read in the newspapers about a study that said older women taking calcium supplements are at increased risk for experiencing a heart attack, stroke, or sudden death. Should I be concerned?
Some studies have suggested that a little extra weight may be beneficial to older people, but increasing weight and fat around the waist in older age still mean a greater risk of a number of diseases.
Researchers have compiled data regarding patterns and variations of medical care throughout the US. They found that differences in standards of care tend to be due to doctors’ personal preferences more than any other reason.
No-flush niacin may eliminate the flushing that is a typical side effect of the drug, but at the expense of its ability to lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels, thereby making it ineffective.