Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the U.S., but the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says half of all women are unaware of that fact. Experts say misconceptions and misunderstandings about cardiac risk for women are common even among medical professionals...
Despite overall improvements to care for a heart attack, women are less likely to receive timely treatment, according to a new study inAnnals of Emergency Medicine. "Heart attack treatments have come a long way but timely access to appropriate care is still an issue, especially for female patie...
Melanie had taken a first aid class and knew some of the common symptoms of heart attacks, so her intuition to call for help was spot on. In addition to the pressure her grandpa reported feeling, he was sweating and has a family history of heart problems. These are tell-tale symptoms an...
As many as 1.5 million Americans may suffer heart attacks this year, and 550,000 will die. Last week, researchers and US health officials announced four major developments in the detection, prevention and treatment of the nat...
Now Dr Andrew Bulmer from Griffith University's Menzies Health Institute Queensland (MHIQ) has found that mildly elevated levels of a bile pigment called bilirubin may provide natural protection from heart attacks and help to stave off cardiovascular disease. ...
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A nationwide project involving nearly 100 hospitals was launched on Saturday, aiming to standardize medical treatment for heart attacks and provide more uniformity between various doctors, as well as better long-term management of patients. The project is the latest effort by the China Cardiovascular ...
About half of those who die from heart attacks do so within the first hour after symptoms begin. What to Do Before Paramedics Arrive Try to keep the person calm, and have them sit or lie down. If the person is not allergic toaspirin, have them chew and swallow a babyaspirin. (It wor...
All physical activity is good for your health, but these exercises may specifically help reduce cholesterol levels. David LevineandElaine K. HowleyDec. 11, 2024 Patient Advice Understanding the Signs of a Heart Attack in Women Heart attacks can present differently in women. Learn about the warning...
The effects of heart attacks are potentially very damaging, and patients can feel the effects. Read on to learn more details about this new discovery.