Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Health Advice: Heart Disease

Health Advice: Can Stem Cell Therapy Treat Pulmonary Hypertension?

Expert Roger Blumenthal's advice on whether stem cells are a credible treatment for the condition. more >>

Roger Blumenthal: On Exercise and Angina Pain

OK to exercise with chest pain? more >>

Roger Blumenthal: Making a Call on Aspirin

Aspirin may be right for the heart and wrong for the GI tract. more >>

Steven Nissen: On Statins and Cholesterol Deposits

Do statins reduce cholesterol deposits in arteries? more >>

Steven Nissen: ADHD, Ritalin, and the Heart

Should children get heart evaluations before taking stimulant medications for ADHD? more >>

Roger Blumenthal: The Sleep-Heart Connection

How sleep problems can affect the heart. more >>

Roger Blumenthal: Should I Take a Statin?

You might want to consider your weight, fitness level, and CRP levels along with cholesterol. more >>

Roger Blumenthal: Is Sex OK For Heart Patients?

The bottom line is that it's best to consult your doctor. more >>

Steven Nissen: Why Triglyceride Levels Matter

They may be a sign of metabolic syndrome, which means trouble for the heart. more >>

Steven Nissen: Which Statin Is Right for Me?

The choices include generics, medium-potency statins, and high-powered Lipitor and Crestor. more >>

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