Blood Test CADResearchers have identified 14 genes that appear to be linked to coronary artery disease. A simple blood test can detect them.
Statin BenefitStatins, the most popular form of cholesterol-lowering drug, can significantly lower the risk for heart attack among people without high cholesterol.
Aging WeightBiggest loser doctor, Robert Huizenga, teaches contestants how fat is cutting their lives short.
Heart StudyNBC's Nancy Snyderman and Meredith Vieira discuss the results of two new studies on heart disease.
Heart DiseaseA new study offers compelling evidence that those popular statin drugs may prevent heart disease even among those who show none of the usual risk factors for the disease.
Heart SleepNot getting enough sleep, even from a simple sleep disorder, can be hazardous to your heart.
Time Change Heart AttackNot only do you get an extra hour of sleep in the fall- your risk for having a heart attack lowers, too.
Purple TomatoesYou can buy red, pink, and orange tomatoes...now purple may be added to the list. While it seems odd, it could be the healthiest of the bunch.
Old BloodBlood that has been stored for more than 29 days may increase the risk for infection once it's transfused.
Sleep Apnea HeartPeople with mild cases of sleep apnea, including those who don't know they have the condition, have an increased risk for heart damage.
Heart UltrasoundA simple, non-invasive procedure may be able to predict who is at risk for a heart attack.
Sudden Death CureA new procedure called cryoblation is being by doctors to treat heart arrhythmia patients.
Heart Eye LinkAn eye exam may be able to give doctors clues about a patient's heart health.
Heart B VitaminsB Vitamins do not appear to help patients with coronary heart disease.
Heart Attack CareThe American Heart Association has issued new recommendations for post-heart attack care.
ED HeartErectile dysfunction is not a "lifestyle" issue, rather experts say it's an indication of a serious health problem and should be treated as such.
Heart Failure FracturesPatients with heart failure have an increased risk for fractures...leading some doctors to recommend treating patients with heart problems for osteoperosis, too.
Western DietThe negative effects of a typical western diet have spread globally-- now accounting for 30% of heart attacks around the world.
CPR SongA popular disco song is helping people "Stay Alive" when they need CPR.
Time Change and SleepMatt Lauer speaks with Dr. Nancy Snyderman about the changing of the clocks and what it means for your health.
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