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This Week's Forecast May Be A Heart Attack

A study suggests that changes in temperature and atmospheric pressure may increase the risk of heart attack in men. Research found a significant association between extreme weather conditions and fatal and nonfatal heart attacks, particularly among those with previous heart attacks.

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Get Me To The ER On Time

The REACT trial found a median delay of 2.2 hours, far lower than most U.S. studies have found, indicating an improvement in patients seeking care earlier. This decline is attributed to increased awareness and education about heart attack symptoms and the need for rapid action.

Routine Activities May Stress The Hearts Of People With Heart Disease

A new study suggests that even moderate physical exertions can lead to dangerous shortages in blood supply to the heart, increasing the risk of a heart attack. The research found that routine daily activities such as driving, housework, and yard work can trigger ischemia, a condition characterized by a sudden stoppage of blood flow.

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A Protein Switch May Turn On Heart Cells To Combat Heart Disease

Researchers find that a protein called Rb can keep heart cells 'dormant', preventing them from dividing and causing damage. By activating a related protein MRP1, scientists hope to induce heart cells to multiply and replace damaged ones, offering new gene therapy possibilities for treating heart disease.

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Vitamin C May Reduce Angina, Heart Attack Risks

Researchers found that patients with high vitamin C levels had improved blood vessel function, reducing the risk of unstable angina pectoris. A 500 milligram daily supplement of vitamin C may also be beneficial in improving blood vessel dilation and reducing heart attack risks.

Extreme Fatigue Increases Risk Of Blood Clot Formation

A recent study suggests that extreme fatigue may increase the risk of blood clot formation in the heart arteries, which could lead to future heart attacks. This imbalance is thought to be mediated by impaired fibrinolysis, a process that normally removes blood clots.

Aspirin's Preventive Action In Heart Attacks Tied To Genetics

Researchers found that aspirin targets patients with the altered gene PlA2 polymorphism, making them 10 times more sensitive to its effect. This discovery could help determine which people benefit most from daily aspirin doses and when other non-aspirin drugs are needed.

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New Imaging Technique Pinpoints Dead Heart Muscle

Scientists at Johns Hopkins have developed a new noninvasive test that measures creatine levels in the heart, which can indicate muscle damage from a heart attack. The test uses MRI and MRS to pinpoint depleted concentrations of creatine in injured heart tissue.

Moderate Alcohol Use Lowers Risk Of Deadly Second Heart Attack

A study found that moderate alcohol consumption cuts the risk of death from a second heart attack in men who already had one. Men who drank light to moderate amounts reduced their risk by 20-30% compared to non-drinkers. However, heavy drinking poses significant health risks.

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Frequent Workouts Better For Heart

Researchers found that frequent vigorous exercise reduces heart attack risk, with the greatest benefit seen in men who exercised five or more times a week. The study of over 22,000 physicians suggests that shorter exercise periods may also be beneficial for heart health.

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Pitt Study Questions The Role Of Homocysteine In Heart Disease

Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh analyzed blood samples and found no difference in homocysteine levels between men who suffered heart attacks and those who did not. The study suggests that homocysteine may be more closely linked to atherosclerosis or inflammation rather than promoting processes leading to heart disease.

UNC-CH Study Shows Tomato Sauce Might Protect Against Heart Attacks

A major European study found that an antioxidant compound called lycopene in tomato sauce appears to have a protective effect against heart attacks. The study showed men with high lycopene consumption had about half the risk of heart attack compared to those with low lycopene consumption.

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Hunt For Early Heart Attack Genes Begins

A team of researchers will examine the blood samples and medical histories of 2,000 people who have experienced an early heart attack. The goal is to locate and determine the structure and function of genes that contribute to heart disease.

No Link Between Race And Body's Response To Heart Attack

Researchers from Henry Ford Hospital's Heart & Vascular Institute found no correlation between a patient's race and their heart's response to a heart attack. The studies showed African Americans had a thicker lower-left heart chamber, but this did not affect treatment outcomes or recovery chances.

New Blood Marker "ACE" Scores High In Predicting

Researchers found that people with high ACE levels immediately after a heart attack are at risk for heart enlargement one year later. The study suggests measuring ACE levels directly after a heart attack and treating patients with high ACE levels with an ACE-inhibitor to prevent complications.

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Men Who Eat Fish Have Lower Risk For Fatal Heart Attack

A 30-year follow-up study found that men who ate about 35 grams of fish per day had a significantly lower risk of dying from a heart attack than those who did not eat fish. The findings held true after accounting for various demographic and health factors, supporting the view that eating fish protects against heart attacks.

Risk Of Stroke After Heart Attack Highest Within Five Days

A recent study by American Heart Association found that risk of stroke after heart attack is highest within five days. The research highlights atrial fibrillation and ST elevation as key factors increasing likelihood of a heart attack-related stroke.

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It Matters Where, In America, You Suffer A Heart Attack

Research reveals regional differences in US heart attack treatment, with the West Coast showing a balanced approach to resource utilization. The study found that patients in the Pacific states had lower costs for year-long care, while those in New England and Mid-Atlantic states stayed in hospital longer.

MRI May Identify Those At High Risk For Heart Attacks, Strokes

Researchers have developed a rapid nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) test that can measure heart cell damage from heart attacks in living animals. The new method quickly measures damage to the heart when blood flow stops and restarts, producing sodium 'maps' of the heart.

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Drug Prevents Angioplasty Complications Years After Single Treatment

A new monoclonal antibody called ReoPro has significantly reduced life-threatening complications from angioplasty both immediately and up to three years after treatment. The study found that patients treated with ReoPro had a 59% reduction in overall death, recurrent heart attacks, and urgent repeat angioplasty or by-pass surgery.

Study: Physician Specialty Influences Heart Attack Survival

A study published in the American Heart Association scientific meeting found that cardiologist care significantly reduces heart attack mortality. The research, led by Dr. James Jollis, analyzed Medicare claims data from 220,535 patients diagnosed with a heart attack in 1992 and discovered that patients cared for by cardiologists had a ...