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Heart/Stroke-Related: Coronary-Artery Disease

EKG Not Strong Predictor of Heart Risk
Adds little to other diagnostic measures, British researchers report

Angioplasty Not Always Worth the Price
Cost analysis finds procedure often doesn't bring enough benefit to offset expense

With Angioplasty, More Is Better
Hospitals that perform the heart procedure more often do better, study finds

High Blood Fat Levels Tied to Ischemic Stroke Risk
Study says triglyceride tests done without fasting simpler, better define those in danger

Retired NFL Players Don’t Face Greater Heart Risk
Keeping physically active may help to tackle health threats, study says

Joyful Music in Tune With Heart Health
Study finds it leads to improved blood flow

After Decades, Decreases in Heart Risk Factors Level Off
Researchers point to obesity epidemic in explaining the troubling trend

Obese Kids Have Old Arteries
Tests showed their carotid artery walls as thick as that of a middle-aged person

Lipoprotein Levels May Predict Women’s Hypertension Risk
These particles carry cholesterol and triglycerides throughout the body

Hispanics Less Likely to Get Repeat Artery Surgery
Even though they have risk factors that could lead to coronary problems, study finds

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