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Monday, Nov. 10, 2008

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Got Low Cholesterol? Statins Still May Help
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXaq0EY
Why It Matters
What's the best way to treat someone who has healthy cholesterol but
also shows early signs of inflammation that could lead to heart
trouble? A new study in The New England Journal of Medicine suggests
it's a good idea to give a cholesterol-lowering statin drug. Find out
how much the risk of heart disease could drop.
Also See:
> WebMD's Frequently Asked Questions About Crestor
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXbm0EV
> Elevated Death Risk After Heart Attack
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXar0EZ
> CRP Not Cause of Heart Disease
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXas0Ea
> 15 Tips to Lower Cholesterol
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXat0Eb

Can Vitamins C and E Cut Heart Risk?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXau0Ec
Why It Matters
Vitamins C and E had a disappointing showing in a study published in
The Journal of the American Medical Association. If you were hoping
they could help you lower your risk of heart attack and stroke, see
why you may need to discuss other strategies with your doctor.
Also See:
> B Vitamins Flop in Cancer Study
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXav0Ed
> Vitamin C: Good for Your Bones
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXaw0Ee

How Much Can Aspirin Cut Heart Risk in Diabetes Patients?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXax0Ef
Why It Matters
When someone has diabetes and a healthy heart, will aspirin help keep
it healthy? See why doctors may not be as optimistic as they had been
in this editorial published in The Journal of the American Medical
Association.
Also See:
> How Many Have Prediabetes?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXay0Eg
> Diabetes Alert: Insulin Syringes Recalled
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXaz0Eh
> WebMD's Diabetes Health Center
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXa10EU

How Should You Eat to Keep Your Heart Happy?
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXbn0EW
Why It Matters
Recent studies might get you shopping for some hibiscus tea for your
blood pressure. You'll probably want to hit the produce department
pretty heavily, too. See what was presented at the American Heart
Associations Scientific Sessions 2008 and be ready to make a healthy
shopping list.
Also See:
> A Heart-Healthy Diet: Wining and Dining the Heart
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXa20EV
> Japan's Heart-Healthy Diet: Fish Is Key
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXa30EW
> Western Diet Ups Heart, Diabetes Risk
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXa40EX

Got a Pacemaker or ICD? Be Careful With mp3 Headphones
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXbo0EX
Why It Matters
Those with heavy-duty heart hardware and a love for music should watch
out for mp3 headphones. Researchers have some important tips on
helping one's cardiac devices function properly while rocking out. See
what was presented at the American Heart Associations Scientific
Sessions 2008.
Also See:
> Heart Device May Not Hurt Life Quality
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXa50EY
> iPods May Not Hamper Pacemakers
http://health.webmd.com/cgi-bin21/DM/y/e3JM0Nec4j0IfV0BXa60EZ

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