Articles, tagged with "disease risk factors", page 3

Can Aspirin Really Keep Heart Attack Away?

According to the new guidelines issued by American Heart Association (AHA) and published in the Feb 20, 2007 issue of Circulation, Journal of AHA, all women of 65 and older should consider taking a daily dose of aspirin. In contrast to 162 mg previousl... Read >
Author: Ng Peng Hock

Are Middle Aged Men More Prone to Heart Disease?

For years, heart disease has been associated most prominently with middle aged men. However, recent studies have put this myth to rest. Dr. Robert Beaglehole , WHO Director of Chronic Diseases and Health Promotion, states that "the old stereotype of cardi... Read >
Author: Mary Desaulniers

Cardiovascular Disease and Women

Cardiovascular disease, also known as CVD, is the number one killer of men and women of all ethnic groups in the United States. Cardiovascular diseases include such ailments as high blood pressure, arrythmia, valve disease, congestive heart failure and st... Read >
Author: Amanda Baker

Heart Disease: Premature Cardiovascular Disease

Last researchers pointing that women who suffer during pregnancy certain complications could be more likely to develop a special kind of premature cardiovascular disease, according to these studies published, mothers with maternal placental syndrome have ... Read >
Author: Hector Milla

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