Friday, August 8, 2008

American Heart Association

Wealth Lowers Stroke Risk, No Surprise

Besides having healthier habits, the wealthy are more apt to seek care. more >>

Children Taking Stimulants Need Heart Screening, Group Says

Electrocardiograms could identify kids at risk from taking Ritalin, Adderall, and similar drugs. more >>

On Fitness: Making Sense of My Body Fat

What does it mean that a fancy device says my arm is 30.7 percent fat? more >>

Speeding Up Emergency Angioplasties

ER physicians have the smarts to recognize a real heart attack. Why don't they have the clout to call for an angioplasty team? more >>

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