Today, we take a moment to reflect on an important milestone in modern medicine. On this date thirty years ago, Stanford surgeon Bruce Reitz, MD, …
Category: Heart disease
Researchers identify more heart attack genes
Pinpointing the genes that may be responsible for increasing the risk of heart attack has proved to be much harder than initially hoped. In a …
Study shows air pollution may increase heart attack risk more than drug use
The mixture of tiny particles, chemicals and gases in the air generated by traffic, power plants and other sources is a major culprit of …
The story of an LVAD recipient
Donna Jackson was told she needed a heart transplant. Her initial reaction was to do nothing, but after entreaties from her great-granddaughter, she decided to …
Understanding and preventing women’s heart disease
Yesterday the American Heart Association released new guidelines for preventing heart disease in women. As reported by WebMD, the update recategorizes a woman’s risk for …
Hybrid procedure helps treat difficult cases of atrial fibrillation
Cardiologists and heart surgeons at Stanford Hospital are using a hybrid technique to address some of the most challenging cases of atrial fibrillation. A disorder …
Stanford cardiologist discusses the importance of exercise and nutrition for heart health
Friends and patients often ask Paul Wang, MD, a heart rhythm specialist at Stanford Hospital & Clinics, what they should do to protect their hearts …
Protect your heart on Super Bowl Sunday
As is being widely covered today (and something I need to keep in mind as my team plays the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday), Super Bowl-related …
Study shows frequent breaks from sitting may improve heart health, weight loss
Making sure to take regular breaks from sitting throughout the day, even if they only last a minute, could help your waistline and heart, according …
Protecting your heart in the winter weather
As much of the country is digging itself out of the snow, ABC News is reminding readers today of the potential dangers of winter weather: …
New tool for heart disease saves both lives and money
Increased use of a new interventional cardiology tool that can help patients avoid needless artery-opening stents has been found to not only save lives but …
That "9 to 5" may be hazardous to your health
As if sleep interruptions weren't bad enough, now women also have to worry about their jobs taking a toll on their heart health. New findings …
Stanford cardiologists to screen former NFL players for heart disease
The health of retired professional football players, particularly the latent effects of concussions, has been a hot topic lately. But the conversation about health problems …
Pair of studies show lifestyle may have biggest impact on heart health
Searching for inspiration for your 2011 New Year's resolutions? You might consider making simple lifestyle changes that researchers say can lower heart disease risk, extend …
Newly approved drug appears to provide more cost-effective stroke prevention than warfarin
The blood-thinner warfarin isn't the most universally loved medication in the world. The drug, which is commonly prescribed to people with certain heart conditions, can …
Could trips to the barber be as good for your health as for your hair?
The barbershop has been the subject of some interesting sociological and medical studies over the years. The man or woman that combs your hair and …