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Article by Jonathan Ginsberg Heart disease is a broad term used to describe a range of diseases that affect your heart, and in some cases, your blood vessels. The term “heart disease” is often used interchangeably with “cardiovascular disease” – a term that generally refers to conditions that involve narrowed or blocked blood vessels that can lead to a heart attack, chest pain (angina), or stroke. Other heart conditions, such as infections and conditions that affect your heart’s muscle, valves, or beating rhythm also are considered forms of heart disease. Heart disease is the No. 1 worldwide killer of men and women, including in the United States. Responsible for 40 percent of all the deaths in the United States, more than all forms of cancer combined (!), heart disease is a legitimate fear. Here, we will discuss the specifics regarding heart disease and how someone with heart disease may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits (or SSDI). About Heart Disease The causes of heart disease vary by type of heart disease. While cardiovascular disease can refer to many different types of heart or blood vessel problems, the term is often used to mean damage caused to your heart or blood vessels by atherosclerosis, a buildup of fatty plaques in your arteries, blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients from your heart to the . . . → Read More: Heart Disease and Social Security Disability Benefits According to a study published in the European Heart Journal, owning a car and a television is associated with an increased risk of heart attacks, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, while physical activity during leisure time or work considerably reduces the risk of heart attacks in developed and developing nations… View full post on Heart Disease News From Medical . . . → Read More: Heart Attack Risk Linked To Car Ownership And Owning A TV As the New Year approaches, resolutions of losing weight and getting healthier are stacking up all over the world. However, with so many different fad diets, experts, websites and TV shows all touting different (and sometimes miraculous!) methods of how to maintain a healthy lifestyle, accomplishing your resolution can get quite confusing… View full post on Heart Disease News From Medical . . . → Read More: A Roundup Of 2011 Global Dairy Research Highlights The Benefits Of Dairy Products More than one baby in every 50 is born with a birth defect (congenital anomaly) according to the latest annual report by the British Isles Network of Congenital Anomaly Registers (BINOCAR) – significantly more common than previously reported estimates of around one in 80… View full post on Heart Disease News From Medical . . . → Read More: 1 In 50 Babies Has Birth Defect: Report Highlights Worrying Gaps In Regional Monitoring More than one baby in every 50 is born with a birth defect (congenital anomaly) according to the latest annual report by the British Isles Network of Congenital Anomaly Registers (BINOCAR) – significantly more common than previously reported estimates of around one in 80… View full post on Heart Disease News From Medical . . . → Read More: 1 In 50 Babies Has Birth Defect: Report Highlights Worrying Gaps In Regional Monitoring Article by Monica Davidson Coronary heart disease is the greatest single cause of death in Australia. Given its widespread nature, an astounding number of myths exist about the disease. Here are the facts.What is Heart Disease? Heart disease is an aspect of cardiovascular disease (CVD), which also includes stroke and blood vessel ailments. It accounts for around 38% of all deaths each year. Heart disease outcomes include heart attacks.Your doctor can help you measure if you are at risk of heart disease. Certain risk factors are:* Being aged over 65;* Smoking;* High blood pressure and cholesterol levels;* Diabetes;* A family history of Cardio Vascular Disease.However, there are still many unknowns. A person with no risk factors can develop the disease, while a less healthy person might live a long life.The National Heart Foundation’s website is a great source of information about reducing the risks. A Range of MythsMyth #1: Heart Disease only affects Men Heart disease is the biggest killer of women in Australia. Four times the number of women die of heart disease than breast cancer each year.* It is thought that the hormone oestrogen acts to protect the heart. After menopause oestrogen levels drop, therefore increasing the risk of heart problems.* Consequently, women tend to develop the disease much later than men, up to ten years or more, often with more serious . . . → Read More: Myths About Heart Disease Question by Elizabeth: What are my chances of getting cancer or heart disease? What are my chances of getting cancer or heart disease? Best answer: Answer by WhatMy first stop would be wikipedia or google for a quick reference. I actually had a similar question not even 5 days ago, but I couldn’t find the answer. If it’s possible, try getting help from someone with more knowledge/experience/expertise, like a professional if it’s possible. This can be pretty important. I saw a forum with this online, but I didn’t have time to read it all. Try checking it out. I want to help out more, but I’m not 100% sure about the answer. Sorry I’m not much help. I hope you found your answer! Good luck! W What do you think? . . . → Read More: What are my chances of getting cancer or heart disease? Results of an investigation published in the Nov… View full post on Heart Disease News From Medical . . . → Read More: STEMI Heart Attack Patients Who Receive PCI Commonly Back In Hospital Again Article by Famous16 Heart is considered to be the most important organ of the human body as it is the main source of human life. Heart disease refers to any condition of the heart where the cardiovascular system which comprises of the heart and the blood vessels is affected to be able to function normally. Cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease (CHD), and coronary artery disease are some terms synonymous to heart disease. Basically, the human heart is a muscular organ of about the size of a fist and is located behind the left side of the chest bone. It comprises of four chambers and six blood vessels. The main function of the heart is to maintain and control the circulation of the blood throughout the body. It basically carries oxygenated blood and supplies it throughout the whole body, and in return gets the deoxygenated blood to which it again adds oxygen and circulates to the whole body. Another function of the heart is to transport carbon dioxide and other wastes materials to the lungs, kidneys, and liver to be discharged from the body. Heart diseases may be structural or function. However, anything that hinders the heart’s functionality of pumping oxygen to the body, or by any means causes it to becomes less efficient is alarming as it results in interruption between the . . . → Read More: Overview of Heart diseases |
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