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Heart Disease in Elderly

Heart disease is a major mortality factor for the elderly, so it is important that caregivers learn about coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and other heart diseases.

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  • Gout Growing in U.S., Mostly in Men and Seniors
    Gout, a type of arthritis, now afflicts 8.3 million Americans, mostly in men and seniors.
  • Thin People Can Harbor Dangerous "Invisible Fat"
    Being overweight has long been known as a factor in developing heart disease, diabetes and cancer. But the obese aren't the only ones at risk. New research shows that thin people may have hidden fat in organs and muscles, making them also susceptible to disease.
  • Report Calls for More Scrutiny of Medical Devices
    After a series of recalls and an alarming rise in adverse events, a new report is calling for the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to replace its 35-year old clearance process for medical devices, such as pacemakers, heart valves and artificial joints.
  • Early-morning Cigarettes Raise Cancer Risk, Research Says
    Lighting up a cigarette first thing in the morning may increase the risk of lung, head and neck cancers, according to new research.
  • For Cardiac Patients, Working Harder Is Smarter
    New research shows that cardiac patients benefit more from exercise centered around interval training--short bursts of intense activity alternating with periods of rest--than from moderate, continuous exercise.
  • Avoid Peripheral Arterial Disease With Light Exercise
    Light exercise helps avoid peripheral arterial disease, or PAD, according to a new study. Prevention may be as easy as taking a walk every day.
  • Caregiver News Trends for March
    Americans Know How to Protect Heart, But Don't, Daily Aspirin Could Combat Cancer, Supreme Court Hears Arguments Against Health Insurance Mandate, Seniors Paying More for Common Prescriptions, Cancer Survivors May Get to Keep Their Memory.
  • Painkillers and Heart Disease: Proceed With Caution
    When it comes to using over-the-counter painkillers, caution is necessary, according to two new studies. One study showed that stopping aspirin use raised heart attack and stroke risk; another found that frequent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug use also elevated risk. NSAIDs include ibuprofen and naproxen.
  • Put Down that Salt Shaker and Pick Up a Banana
    A study examining the interaction between salt and potassium further strengthens the argument that a diet high in fruits and vegetables and low in sodium is heart-healthy. But another study showed that our salt-cravings are addictive and have strong biological roots.
  • Heart Fat Predicts Hardened Arteries Better than Belly Fat
    Heart fat may contribute more to hardening of arteries than body mass index or waist circumference.
  • What Puts Some People At Risk for Heart Attack Death?
    Why are some people killed by their first heart attack and others are not? According to recent research, a variety of factors can play a part. Soon doctors may be able to identify risk factors for sudden death from a heart attack.
  • Common Heart Arrhythmia Increases Dementia Risk
    Heart arrhythmia is linked to dementia risk in seniors. A new study discovers as people age they are more likely to develop atrial fibrillation, a common heart arrhythmia, and dementia.
  • Are We Worrying about the Wrong Diseases?
    What kills more people every year, heart disease or cancer? Where does Alzheimer's disease fit in the rankings? Two new surveys indicate that people may not know as much a they think they do about these common health conditions.
  • Laughter and Chocolate Make for a Healthy Heart
    Maintaining a healthy heart may be more enjoyable than you think. Laughter and chocolate are shown to be heart healthy due to their effect on blood vessels.
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Raises Risk of Heart Disease
    Rheumatoid arthritis increases the risk of developing heart disease. The inflammation of RA can elevate a person's risk for cardiovascular disease, but a healthy lifestyle reduces the risk.
 

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