Farmed Fish Fed Cheap Food May Be Less Nutritious For Humans Feb 29, 2008
Marine oils are rich in long-chain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which have been shown to have beneficial effects on heart and circulatory system disease in man. Seierstad s research focussed on the behaviour of marker substances for heart and blood vessel parameters, and for inflammation, in both salmon and humans. (Science Daily)
Smoking During Pregnancy Can Put Mothers And Babies At Risk Feb 24, 2008
23, 2008) Pregnant women who suffer from the high risk condition pre-eclampsia which leads to the death of hundreds of babies every year are putting the lives of their unborn children at significantly increased risk if they continue to smoke during pregnancy. But experts at The University of Nottingham have also shown that if women give up smoking before or even during pregnancy they can significantly reduce these risks. (Science Daily)
One drink of alcohol helps prevent heart disease Feb 19, 2008
The study published in the February edition of the American Journal of Physiology, Heart and Circulatory Physiology also showed that the protective effect of drinking alcohol is limited to one drink per day. Two drinks would erase the benefit. (Food Consumer)
One Drink May Help Heart, But Two Is Too Many Feb 19, 2008
A study, published in the February edition of the American Journal of Physiology, Heart and Circulatory Physiology, also raises more questions about the popular notion that red wine may be more effective against heart disease than other types of alcohol. "We had anticipated that many of the effects of one ethanol drink would be enhanced by red wine. What was most surprising was how similar the effects were of red wine and ethanol. Any benefits that we found were not specific to red wine," Dr.... (Health-Finder)
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Festival of Hope jumps to help people Feb 15, 2008
High blood pressure and diabetes are often symptomless until they have done major damage to the kidneys, heart and circulatory systems. If they had not been picked up and managed, those complications could have proved disabling, said clinic executive director Cindy Sparks. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
A second glass of red wine 'is bad for your heart' Feb 15, 2008
The latest study was published in the American Journal of Physiology, Heart and Circulatory Physiology. Healthy, non-smoking adults were given either a 120ml glass of wine, 44ml shot of spirits or water at random. (Daily Mail)
Canadian Study warn... Feb 14, 2008
The study is entitled "Dose-related effects of red wine and alcohol on hemodynamics, sympathetic nerve activity, and arterial diameter" and has been published in the February edition of the American Journal of Physiology, Heart and Circulatory Physiology. It was conducted on 13 volunteers to determine whether red wine with high polyphenol content differs from alcohol in its effects on specific markers associated with a greater risk of high blood pressure, coronary artery disease and heart... (India Wine Academy)
Hildreth on Health: Cellular health and vitality through exercise Jan 18, 2008
These functions may include brain activity, muscular movement, heart and circulatory demands, digestive functions, and so forth. The happier each cell is, the longer it is going to live. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Eat less or exercise more? Either way leads to more youthful hearts Jan 11, 2008
Heart and Circulatory Physiology. 2007 Dec 27; advance online publication. (EurekAlert!)
Healthy living 'can add 14 years' Jan 9, 2008
" BEHAVIOUR AND LIFESPAN The chart above shows survival rates during the follow-up study Cumulative survival was about 75% for those who did none of the four health behaviours People who undertook all four behaviours reached 95% It was in the reduction of deaths attributed to cardiovascular disease where the findings were most pronounced, with those scoring zero five times more likely to succumb than those scoring four. But there was also a relationship between score and cancer deaths. While the... (BBC News -- Health)
Feds find that disabilities are declining among elderly Dec 11, 2007
Dr. Vicki Freedman, a geriatric epidemiologist at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, attributes most of the decline, at least for chronic conditions, to improvements in treatment for heart and circulatory conditions, which are implicated in large numbers of disabilities. Among the improvements, according to Freedman, are drugs such as beta blockers, ACE inhibitors, anti-cholesterol agents and anti-hypertensive treatments. (Modesto Bee, CA)
'Runner's high' may also strengthen hearts Nov 9, 2007
However, a UI study, which is published in the online edition of the American Journal of Physiology's Heart and Circulatory Physiology, suggests that these opioids may also be responsible for some of exercise's cardiovascular benefits. Working with rats, UI researchers showed that blocking the receptors that bind morphine, endorphins and other opioids eliminates the cardiovascular benefits of exercise. (EurekAlert!)
Oral hygiene, healthy heart linked Oct 30, 2007
Proper oral hygiene can help prevent heart infections, according to the German Society for Cardiology, Heart and Circulatory Research (DGK) in Cologne. These infections, known as endocarditis, start when bacteria finds their way into the blood. (Sydney Morning Herald)
Former Lion’s linebacker gets seniors into shape Oct 10, 2007
SEATED MORNING WALK ROUTINE: To quickly jump-start the heart and circulatory system when you rise, take a walk right there on your bed, chair or couch. Clark terms this workout the PowerSit Walk. (Cadillac News, MI)
Reaching for relaxation Oct 3, 2007
"According to the article by McCall, studies show virtually all health problems respond positively to yoga. Here are some interesting statistics that McCall included in his research. When 2,700 people suffering from a variety of ailments practiced yoga (for at least two hours a week for one year or longer), it helped 96 percent of those with back disorders, 94 percent of those with heart disease, 90 percent of those with arthritis, 88 percent of those with bronchitis or asthma and 86 percent of... (Maryville Daily Forum, MO)
Study Shows Alcohol Can Increase Risk of Breast Cancer Oct 3, 2007
And also we studied the red wine drinkers versus white wine drinkers. " And they looked at their risk of breast cancer. The researchers found that alcohol did increase the risk of breast cancer in these women, and that the quantity consumed was directly related to the risk. In other words, among the women who drank heavily, a higher percentage were diagnosed with breast cancer. "For women who drink between one to two alcohol drinks per day, this increased their risk of breast cancer by ten... (Voice of America)
Bread overdose kills cows Sep 8, 2007
In short, the stomach enlarges rapidly, placing pressure on the esophagus, lungs, heart and circulatory system, and without a way to release the buildup, the animal can die. The process can happen when cows get into a field of grain, clover or alfalfa, he said. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
A transplant patient gets to see her own heart on display Sep 5, 2007
Four out of 10 deaths in the UK are from heart and circulatory disease, according to the British Heart Foundation. On average heart patients wait 103 days for a suitable organ to become available. (BBC News)
Heart problems'I could see the tell tale signs that my granddaughter was ill' Sep 3, 2007
"In the UK nearly 600 people lose their lives to heart and circulatory disease every day. "The British Heart Foundation invests in pioneering heart research that helps to save lives. Funds are urgently needed to help us beat heart disease. (BBC News -- UK)
Why having a pot belly is nothing to brag about Aug 14, 2007
"What's important is that people consider their body shape as well as their weight. "Controlling both by eating less and being more active is an effective way to reduce your risk of heart and circulatory disease. " Dr Ian Campbell, medical director of charity Weight Concern, said even just measuring waist circumference could be useful to assess abdominal fat levels and risks of disease. He said: "The beauty of it is that it is simple, reproducible, and both patients and doctors/nurses can... (BBC News -- UK)
Britain at Risk of Cirrhosis Epidemic Aug 7, 2007
Once the liver starts to fail, a domino-like chain reaction in the body is set off, often leading to kidney, heart and circulatory failure. "If the disease goes undiagnosed, you can go from being entirely well to being in the intensive care unit with multiple organ failure in six to eight weeks," Jalan said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Confused by health advice? Then read on Aug 5, 2007
There is evidence that moderate alcohol intake can be beneficial for heart and circulatory diseases, especially in the over-50s. But there's also evidence that it can be bad for you in terms of cancer, especially bowel, breast, mouth and oesophageal cancer. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
All men over 50 should take drug to lower cholesterol, says heart expert Jul 28, 2007
Blanket prescription of statins 'would save lives' Caution urged by British Heart Foundation. Polly Curtis, health correspondentSaturday July 28, 2007. (Guardian Unlimited)
Low testosterone may risk heart Jul 10, 2007
Heart and circulatory diseases claim 100,000 female lives every year. Protective properties. (BBC News -- Health)
Patients get heart disease screen Jun 27, 2007
" The draft guidance was welcomed by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) as a "pragmatic" approach. Professor Peter Weissberg, the organisation's medical director, said: "These draft guidelines are a pragmatic attempt at dealing with the major killer of our age: heart and circulatory disease. " The new set of draft guidelines, which covers measure to improve cardiovascular risk assessment and modifying blood lipids, are open for consultation until August 22. ? Copyright Press Association Ltd... (Guardian Unlimited)
Glaxo, Top Ad Spender, Didn't Publicize Diabetes Drug's Risks Jun 1, 2007
London-based Glaxo knew its Avandia diabetes pill posed a risk for heart and circulatory complications as early as 1999, when the medicine won U.S. approval. The cardiovascular concern wasn't widely disseminated until May 21 when a Cleveland Clinic Foundation analysis reported that Avandia may cause a 43 percent higher risk of heart attacks than other drugs. (Bloomberg)
Anne Sextons 'Courage' Feb 28, 2007
The speaker metaphorically focuses on the heart and circulatory system saying that the suffering was like getting a transfusion of fire, which caused the heart to bleed and then the suffer had to pick scabs off the heart and then wring it out like a wet sock. Something of an interesting mixed metaphor/simile here. (Suite101.com)
Woods gets 30 years for first-degree arson Feb 22, 2007
Several of Woods' family members asked Jones to grant probation or suspend the sentence so Woods could receive treatment for heart and circulatory problems. Woods, who uses a wheelchair for mobility, recently had a portion of his right leg amputated because of poor circulation. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Why do we die?| Feb 14, 2007
Although the chances of dying are high around birth, they steadily decline over the first decade of life as our immune systems, coordination, and heart and circulatory system improve. Ageing starts again at puberty, taking us down the inevitable decline to death. (iAfrica.com)
Cancer and heart deaths 'falling' Feb 7, 2007
Heart and circulatory disease remains the UK's biggest killer, accounting for over 216,000 deaths in 2004 ... Heart and circulatory disease remains the UK's biggest killer, accounting for over 216,000 deaths in 2004, and there's a danger that this death rate may start to rise again if our country's heart-unfriendly lifestyles do not improve - in particular the UK's growing obesity epidemic. (BBC News -- Health)
Advance In Understanding Of Blood Pressure Gene Could Lead To New Treatments Feb 6, 2007
"More recently, there has been increasing evidence that impairment of NO production is likely to be an important factor in the development of heart and circulatory disease, but the mechanisms responsible are not fully understood. "This study suggests for the first time that the loss of the activity of the enzyme DDAH-1 leads to reduced NO production and may cause heart and circulatory disease. These findings are likely to be important in the search for new ways to optimise the health of our... (Science Daily)
Nicotine: The Link Between Cigarette Smoking And Kidney Disease? Jan 31, 2007
was conducted by Edgar A. Jaimes, MD, Run-Xia Tian, MD, and Leopoldo Raij, MD, all of the Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, FL. It appears in the Articles in Press Section of the American Journal of Physiology Heart and Circulatory Physiology (), one of 11-peer reviewed journals published by the APS.. Overview of Methodology. (Science Daily)
Nicotine: The link between cigarette smoking and kidney disease progression? Jan 30, 2007
The study, "Nicotine: The Link Between Cigarette Smoking and the Progression of Renal Injury?," was conducted by Edgar A. Jaimes, MD, Run-Xia Tian, MD, and Leopoldo Raij, MD, all of the Miller School of Medicine, University of Miami, Miami, FL. It appears in the Articles in Press Section of the American Journal of Physiology Heart and Circulatory Physiology (http://ajpheart ... JOURNAL PUBLICATION INFORMATION American Journal of Physiology Heart and Circulatory Physiology, (Articles in... (EurekAlert!)
Birth Defect Hospitalizations Cost $2.6 Billion Annually Jan 20, 2007
6 billion treating birth defects; half for heart and circulatory congenital problems, AHRQ found. Both the CDC and AHRQ reports indicate that among all birth defects, heart defects had the greatest economic impact. (PR Newswire)
Job Cuts Lead to Higher Drug Use By Workers, Study Indicates Jan 19, 2007
Previous studies established that workers who already had heart and circulatory problems were likelier to suffer death following firings. Studies also have found that employees who survived a round of job reductions had fewer short- term sickness absences and more long-term absences for illness. (Bloomberg)
Active ingredient in common Chinese herb shown to reduce hypertension Jan 19, 2007
Their study will soon be published in the American Journal of Physiology C Heart and Circulatory Physiology (December 15, 2006), doi:10 ... JOURNAL PUBLICATION INFORMATION: American Journal of Physiology C Heart and Circulatory Physiology Articles in Press, doi: 10. (EurekAlert!)
Study will take a new look at HRT Dec 24, 2006
Heart and circulatory disease is the UK's biggest killer. In 2002, cardiovascular disease (CVD) caused 39 per cent of deaths and killed just under 238,000 people. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Cuban dissident's release creates `false image' Dec 7, 2006
Palacios fell ill shortly after his arrest and had been in a prison hospital for more than 2 ; years for heart and circulatory problems, he said. It was a cell with a hospital bed,'' he said. (The Miami Herald)
Traditional wine best for longevity Nov 30, 2006
Previous studies have generally established that a glass or two of red wine every day helps combat heart and circulatory disease by dilating blood vessels. But the picture has been confused, because not all red wines have the same kinds of polyphenols or in the same concentrations. (iAfrica.com)
Vitamin E in pecans may reduce LDL oxidation Sep 30, 2006
Heart and circulatory disease is the UK's biggest killer, according to the British Heart Foundation. In 2002, cardiovascular disease caused 39 per cent of deaths in the UK, killing almost 238,000 people. (FoodNavigator-USA)
Low Lead Levels Linked to Heart Deaths Sep 20, 2006
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Research suggests that even low blood levels of lead may raise the risk of adverse heart and circulatory outcomes. Previous reports have linked lead levels above 10 micrograms per deciliter with increased risks of death. (MEDLINEplus)
Tiny Amounts of Lead Linked to Heart Deaths Sep 20, 2006
NEW YORK -- Research suggests that even low blood levels of lead may raise the risk of adverse heart and circulatory outcomes. Previous reports have linked lead levels above 10 micrograms per deciliter with increased risks of death. (Newsmax)
Glaxo Pill Helps Dieters Shed 5 Percent of Their Body Weight, Study Shows Sep 8, 2006
Being obese or overweight increases the risk of developing diabetes, heart and circulatory disease, high blood pressure, stroke and certain cancers. Roche, based in Basel, Switzerland, makes Xenical. (Bloomberg -- Canada)
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Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Combo Not Being Treated Aug 4, 2006
k.a., hypercholesterolemia), are two important modifiable risk factors for heart and circulatory disease ... Not surprisingly, combined high blood pressure and high cholesterol was most often seen in adults with heart and circulatory disease, diabetes, metabolic syndrome -- a cluster of heart disease and diabetes risk factors such as obesity and elevated blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol -- or a combination of these. (MEDLINEplus)
Nitric oxide may help some premature babies Jul 27, 2006
They also used different strategies to deliver nitric oxide, a compound that plays a key role in the heart and circulatory system, to their tiny patients. One study led by John Kinsella of the University of Colorado School of Medicine involved giving the gas soon after birth and found that the treatment only seemed to help babies weighing at least 2. (MSNBC -- Health)
Amino Acid Supplement Has Benefits in Heart Failure Jul 27, 2006
L-arginine is a precursor of nitric oxide, a compound that plays a key role in the heart and circulatory system, both at rest and during exercise. Nitric oxide helps the inner lining of blood vessels to dilate. (MEDLINEplus)
End-user Acceptance and Improvement in Cardiology-specific Tools Jun 13, 2006
"An aging population, rising levels of obesity, and a high incidence of heart and circulatory disease are increasing the amount of cardiology studies by 20 per cent a year" notes Frost van Medical Imaging Team Leader, Martin Bryant. "This overriding demographic factor will drive growth in the cardiology PACS market." The mounting incidence of heart disease has been paralleled by the retirement of the affluent baby boomer population, a group that is increasingly willing to pay for services not... (PR Newswire)
Brain-dead woman gives birth, dies Jun 13, 2006
Her heart and circulatory system were working without help from medication, a hospital medical bulletin said. Its as if she wants to justify all that has been done to bring her into this world, Martinelli said. (MSNBC -- Health)
There really is a healthy alternative May 28, 2006
The treatments that seemed to us to come out best were: acupuncture for the relief of pain, particularly post-operative pain and pain associated with chronic conditions such as arthritis (notably arthritis of the knee); manipulation therapies for musculoskeletal complaints; and herbal remedies for a whole series of conditions, including musculoskeletal problems, osteoarthritis, depression, heart and circulatory problems and prostate conditions, although the effects are often mild. On homeopathy,... (The Sunday Times)
Heart disease is biggest killer May 26, 2006
Peter Weissberg, Medical Director for the British Heart Foundation said: "With almost 2.6m people in the UK living with heart and circulatory disease, the results are consistent with those recently launched by the BHF. "In 2004, continuing the progress seen since the 1970s, the coronary heart disease death rate fell by 7% to 106,000 deaths. "However, almost a third of these were premature deaths among people under 75 - something the BHF is committed to ending. "This confirms what we already know... (BBC News -- Health)
Scots top UK heart death league May 10, 2006
Heart and circulatory disease continues to be Scotland's biggest killer, claiming nearly 21,000 lives or a third of all deaths in 2004. More than 11,000 of these were women - 3,000 more than the number who died from cancer. (BBC News -- Health)
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HDL Cholesterol Level Predicts Heart Events Mar 28, 2006
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Levels of HDL cholesterol -- the good cholesterol -- can be used to predict major adverse coronary events, independent of other heart and circulatory risk factors, according to a report published this month. Currently, most guidelines only suggest following the "bad" LDL cholesterol, Dr. William M. Tierney, an author of the report, told Reuters Health. (MEDLINEplus)
Heavy smokers likelier to be impotent Mar 27, 2006
The research, lead-authored by Li Ming Wen of the Sydney South West Area Health Service, unsurprisingly found that older age and heart and circulatory problems were also linked with greater risk of impotence. Booze reduces risk. (iAfrica.com)
Omega-3 fats: Just fishy claims? Mar 25, 2006
Until now, medical research has demonstrated a benefit from omega-3 fats in protecting people from heart and circulatory disease. This systematic review of numerous studies concludes that there is no clear evidence either way, he added. (MSNBC -- Health)
Oily fish on the menu despite doubts about benefits Mar 24, 2006
"Until now, medical research has demonstrated a benefit from omega-3 fats in protecting people from heart and circulatory disease. This systematic review of numerous studies concludes that there is no clear evidence either way," he added. Omega-3 and omega-6 are essential fatty acids that work together to promote good health. (Reuters.uk)
Smokers 'likelier' to be impotent Mar 23, 2006
The research, lead-authored by Li Ming Wen of the Sydney South West Area Health Service, unsurprisingly found that older age and heart and circulatory problems were also linked with greater risk of impotence. On the other hand, moderate drinking - defined as one to four drinks per day - "significantly reduced" the risk. (News24)
Heart disease 'costs EU billions' Feb 23, 2006
" Maura Gillespie of the British Heart Foundation, said: "Fighting heart and circulatory disease is an expensive battle and this paper is a good indicator of the financial cost to Europe ... She added: "More than 1 in 10 men, women and children in the UK live with some form of heart and circulatory disease. "This paper underlines the urgent need for more effective prevention measures and high quality research. (BBC News -- Health)
Aspirin reduces stroke risk in women, heart attacks in men: study Jan 19, 2006
Added British Heart Foundation spokesperson Belinda Linden, There are clear benefits from taking aspirin if you have, or are at high risk of having, heart and circulatory disease. . (Earthtimes.com)
Later dangers of childhood infections Jan 12, 2006
In England, France, Sweden and Switzerland in populations born before 1899, the scientists found that infant mortality rates, an indicator of exposure to infection, highly correlated to deaths from heart and circulatory diseases 40 to 69 years later. The problem, the authors said, is that people who live with high childhood infection levels carry elevated circulating levels of inflammatory proteins throughout their lives. (International Herald Tribune)
