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Robotic Device Could Help Stroke Patients
Through exercise, it seems to boost activity in a key region of the brain
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Binge Drinking Clogs Arteries With Plaque
Immune cells stick inside blood vessels causing inflammation, blockage, study finds
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Blood Pressure Pill Combo More Effective Than Diuretics
Study suggests need to change therapeutic guidelines
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Depression Linked to Increase in Abdominal Fat
Dutch researchers made the connection after studying adults ages 70 to 79
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Rapid Response Teams Don't Cut Hospital Heart Attacks, Death Rates
Money may be better spent in other areas, experts say
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High Salt Levels Common in Many Foods
Cereals, licorice, pancakes, among other products, home to sodium, study says
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Light Drinking Poses No Heart Risk for Women
But more than two glasses a day linked to atrial fibrillation, study finds
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Generic Heart Drugs as Good as Brand-Name Counterparts
Review found most were as effective, despite editorials urging opposite
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Vitamin D Vital for the Heart
Lack of the sunlight-derived nutrient tied to increased cardiovascular events
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Preemies' Low Blood Pressure Linked to SIDS
Preterm infants already at higher risk for SIDS and this may be why, researchers say
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Heavy Traffic Can Be Heartbreaking
Exposure to air pollution is linked to hardening of the arteries
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Anesthesia Type Won't Influence Neck Artery Surgery Outcomes
Study may settle debate on safety of general vs. local delivery
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CT Scans Can Spot Blocked Arteries
But debate continues as to whether they are worth the expense
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Religion May Help Extend Your Life
Regular attendance is key, researchers say, but they don't know why
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Limited Value Found for First-Generation Heart Pumps
But newer models are much more effective, expert says
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