Tag: heart attack
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Heartbroken Family Faces Double Tragedy at Son’s Funeral
A Heartbreaking Turn of Events A Middlesbrough family is currently grappling with unimaginable sorrow after experiencing a devastating double tragedy. Norman ‘Nosha’ White, a beloved father, collapsed and died at the funeral service of his son, David Beilicki. This tragic incident has left family members and friends in shock, struggling to comprehend the loss of…
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Shorter Dual Antiplatelet Therapy for Myocardial Infarction Patients
Dual antiplatelet therapy (DAPT) is a cornerstone in the management of patients who have experienced a myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack. Traditionally, the standard duration for DAPT has been 12 months following an MI to prevent thrombotic events. However, recent clinical research suggests that a shorter duration of DAPT, specifically three…
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9 Signs of Heart Attack in Women You Should Know
Heart attack is often perceived as a male-centric issue, but the reality is that it significantly affects women as well. According to data published in the *Journal of the American College of Cardiology* in 2020, cardiovascular diseases remain the leading cause of death for women in the United States and worldwide. Alarmingly, one in three…
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9 Signs of Heart Attack in Women
When it comes to heart health, many people often associate heart attacks predominantly with men. However, this is a misleading stereotype. In fact, according to research published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology in 2020, cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of mortality among women both in the United States and worldwide.…
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Shingles Vaccine May Lower Heart Attack Risk: A Comprehensive Study
In a groundbreaking study recently revealed at a prominent medical conference in Madrid, researchers have made an intriguing connection between the shingles vaccine (herpes zoster vaccine) and a potential decrease in the risk of heart attacks and strokes. This important finding adds a new layer of understanding to the health benefits of the shingles vaccine,…
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Millions Taking Beta-Blockers After Heart Attacks with Little Effect
A recent study published on Saturday by the Spanish National Center for Cardiovascular Research has uncovered a crucial issue affecting millions of individuals recovering from heart attacks worldwide. The findings indicate that a significant number of patients are prescribed beta-blockers, yet these medications might be providing minimal benefits in their recovery process. Beta-blockers, a class…
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The Overuse of Beta-Blockers Post-Heart Attack: A Study’s Findings
A significant study published recently by the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares in Spain has brought to light a startling revelation about the post-heart attack treatment practices for millions of individuals. It found that many patients are still prescribed beta-blockers, despite limited evidence supporting their effectiveness in improving outcomes after myocardial infarction, often referred to…