Heart Health
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Common pills don’t protect diabetic hearts
New evidence suggests that diabetic people who take aspirin or vitamins long-term are not protecting themselves against heart disease, heart attack, or stroke. Read more
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Obesity drive goes local
The English health service spent more than four billion pounds last year dealing with the effects of the obesity epidemic, it was annnounced today. Read more
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Stroke risk for warfarin users
The popular blood-thinning drug warfarin can put patients at increased risk if they suffer a haemorrhagic stroke, researchers warned today. Read more
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Heart risk action plea
European experts have called on the public to ensure they know what puts them at risk of heart disease. Read more
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Supplement may aid stroke patients
A dietary supplement containing isoflavone, a chemical present in soybeans, chickpeas, legumes and clovers, may improve arterial health among stroke patients. Read more
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Stroke treatment improving – report
Long-awaited improvements in the treatment of stroke are starting to take effect, a report says today. Read more
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Brush aside heart disease
Researchers have found a new link between gum disease and heart disease, highlighting the importance of good oral health. Read more
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Fish oil aids heart patients
Fish oil can be a useful treatment for heart failure patients, according to a new European study. Read more