The best new ways to save your heart
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Sufferers of heart ailments and diseases have benefitted from research in diagnostics, treatment and prevention. They include left ventricular assist device, cardiac positron emission tomography and the nuclear magnetic resonance imaging, and the use of folic acid to reduce homocysteine levels.
Publication Name: New Choices: Living Even Better After 50
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 1997
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Medical discoveries: the latest advances that are best for us now
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Recent developments in the medical field are expected to improve the health of people over 50. Over 50 vaccines to fight several types of cancer are now undergoing clinical trials. Studies also found out that Vitamin E may provide protection from Alzheimer disease.
Publication Name: New Choices: Living Even Better After 50
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 1997
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The 3 health problems you have most to fear ... and what to do now
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Heart disease, arthritis and diabetes are the three health problems that pose the most danger to women. Heart disease can be prevented via good nutrition and exercise. Vitamins C and D may curb arthritis, while weight loss and exercise can control diabetes.
Publication Name: New Choices: Living Even Better After 50
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 1998
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