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Latest News Releases
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Societies Release Updated Guideline for Treating Adult Congenital Heart Disease Patients
The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Associated today released an updated guideline for the management of adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) patients.
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Restoring blood flow may be best option to save your life and limb
Study Highlights: Amputation for severe blockages in the lower limbs has a lower survival rate than other treatment options that restore blood flow. Treatment options to restore blood flow to the lower limbs are less expensive than amputation.
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A diverse diet may not be the healthiest one
Statement Highlights: Scientific evidence to date does not support the notion that eating a diverse diet is healthy or promotes a healthy weight. Some studies suggest that a diverse diet may increase food consumption and the prevalence of obesity.
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Nearly 800 companies reach milestone in workplace health and achieve recognition from American Heart Association
The results of the American Heart Association 2018 Workplace Health Achievement Index are in, recognizing 775 organizations for taking important steps to build a culture of health in the workplace.
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Older adults who get physical can lower their heart disease risk
Study Highlights: Adults in their early 60s, who spend less time sitting and more time engaged in physical activity have healthier levels of heart and vessel disease indicators. The results from increased physical activity were found to be particularly good among women.
