Links to stroke, cardiovascular disease may make a case for population-wide reduction, review finds

But study follow-up period was too short to draw definite conclusions, experts say

In-hospital death rates didn't differ greatly between high- and low-volume centers, study found

Pumping ability reduced in those with undesirable blood levels, analysis shows

But the herbal supplement may help ward off peripheral artery disease, researchers say

Study finds that quitting improves heart prospects, but cancer risk remains

More open on-the-job interaction might ease the problem, researchers say

Older males saw their odds drop by 63 percent with moderate-to-high intensity workouts

Study points up weaknesses of drug approval process in United States, researcher says

Study finds fewer deaths among higher-functioning seniors who eat lots of fruits, vegetables

Procedure cuts diagnosis time and costs, study finds

Heart disease, stroke more likely for organ recipients with sleep apnea, study finds

But protective effect can wear off at higher levels in men, study finds

Report looks to improve health of this group with better preventive care

Long-term comparison study finds chlorthalidone most likely to prevent heart failure, stroke

Separate study finds stem cell therapy improves exercise capacity in patients with enlarged hearts

Getting patients to the right hospitals quickly is critical, experts say

Studies found warfarin, Plavix bested by latest anti-clotting alternatives

Taking the B vitamin didn't reverse or stall carotid artery disease

Treatment of heart patients no better after performance data released to public, researchers find

Secondhand exposure damages cardiovascular systems of children, study finds

Baked or boiled beats fried or dried for heart health, researchers say

Oil from engineered beans might help reduce heart attacks, researchers say

Study finds increase lowers chance of hospitalization or death

Combination can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke, U.S. officials say

Studies show risk factors rising among children and adults, with many denying they have a problem

Increased cholesterol levels worry researchers

All-female group had better success rates than traditional program, study finds

Patients who had bone marrow transplant with surgery did better, study finds

Finding suggests atherosclerosis is as old as the pyramids, and not an ill of the modern world

Pumping ability improved with sildenafil in study group

Study suggests interaction between Prilosec, Protonix and blood-thinners such as Plavix

Hospitals less likely to follow guidelines for patients 80 and older, study finds

But further trials are needed to prove this conclusively, researchers say

But risk is highest for women with aura, researchers find

People with metabolic syndrome should steer clear of low-fat meal plans, study says

For those who've had an attack already, stressful games raise blood pressure, study finds

Dabigatran etexilate does well in trial of atrial fibrillation patients

Inexpensive EKGs would reduce risk of sudden death, study finds

Identifying mutation in deceased cuts costs for evaluating risk in relatives, study shows

When BRCA1 is deactivated, it can lead to hardening of the arteries, mouse study suggests

Complications most likely when new lead is needed in heart devices, researchers find

Pumping coolant into the nose right away seems to prevent brain damage, study finds

It was found less effective than extended-release niacin, or Niaspan

Males have triple the odds than women, study finds, and black men are especially prone