Cardiology
Study finds sirtuin protein essential for healthy heart function
The human heart is a remarkable muscle, beating more than 2 billion times over the average life span.
Apr 07, 2016
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News tagged with healthy heart
Cardiology
Death of partner linked to heightened risk of irregular heartbeat for up to a year later
The death of a partner is linked to a heightened risk of developing an irregular heartbeat otherwise known as atrial fibrillation—itself a risk factor for stroke and heart failure—for up to a year afterwards, finds research ...
Apr 05, 2016
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Health
Emerging nutraceuticals for aging individuals
When it comes to aging, the focus is not just on living longer. Quality of life is equally as important. Baby Boomers and the aging population want a long life full of experiences and the energy and vitality to enjoy them.
Mar 18, 2016
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Health
One in three Americans gets too little sleep: study
One in three Americans does not get enough sleep on a regular basis, raising their risk of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke, US health authorities said Thursday.
Feb 18, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Lasting impressions: Psychologists discover what influences our food choices
As New Year's resolutions come and go, one area many people focus on is their health and weight. With Americans tipping the scales more than ever, social and personality psychologists are at the forefront of understanding ...
Jan 29, 2016
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HIV & AIDS
As HIV patients live longer, updated guide helps patients navigate new territory
In the 35 years since the emergence of HIV, treatments of the disease—and patient lifespans—have dramatically improved.
Jan 22, 2016
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Pediatrics
Starting healthy heart habits in childhood
Most people know that high blood pressure and cholesterol are risk factors for heart disease. But what they often don't think about is starting prevention in childhood.
Jan 22, 2016
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Cardiology
Seven healthy heart measures may reduce heart failure risk
People scoring well on the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7 checklist for a healthy heart are less likely to develop heart failure, a condition that reduces blood and oxygen flow to the body, according to new ...
Dec 22, 2015
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Cardiology
Mexico sees heart failure improvements with diet and exercise
Doctors in Mexico have shown the benefits of a healthy diet and exercise in patients with heart failure, in research presented at the Mexican Congress of Cardiology 2015.
Nov 21, 2015
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Medical research
Researcher explores the science of aging
The longest-lived human on record didn't make it much past 120 years. That's nothing compared to the ocean quahog, a fist-sized clam found off the coast of Maine. "They can live 500 years or longer," says Steven Austad, Ph.D., ...
Sep 24, 2015
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