Heart Health
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Doubts over ECG tests
ECG tests for the heart may not add a great deal to the assessment of people with suspected angina, researchers have claimed. Read more
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Large waistline, shorter lifeline
A large waistline can almost double your risk of premature death, even if your weight is in the ‘normal’ range, British researchers warn today. Read more
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Lack of sleep may pose heart threat
Researchers have found evidence that sleeping less than seven and a half hours per night may increase the chances of heart disease among people at a slightly raised risk. Read more
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Euro blood pressure problem
High blood pressure is posing a major threat to health across Europe and immediate action is needed to tackle it, say experts. Read more
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Vitamins fail heart trial
The idea that vitamin supplements can prevent heart disease has failed to win support in a major study, a conference was being told today. Read more
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New indicator for statins
A major international heart disease trial has been halted after successfully identifying a powerful new test for risk. Read more
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Report gives insight into global disease
Heart disease is one of the big killers in all countries, whether rich or poor, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Volunteers will test purple tomatoes
British researchers promoting the benefits of a new "purple tomato" have promised to conduct proper medical trials involving volunteers. Read more
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Johnson announces heart attack plan
New procedures for treating heart attacks will save 240 more lives a year, the health secretary claimed yesterday. Read more
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Heart attacks to be treated with angioplasty – everywhere
Angioplasty is to be made the "gold standard" for heart attacks, it has been reported. Read more