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Lycopene: another good reason to eat tomatoes

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The plant chemical, lycopene, that gives tomatoes their red color seems to play a role in preventing some diseases. 10 servings a week of cooked tomato products can lower the risk of heart attack and prostate cancer, as well as benefiting overall health with its antioxidant properties.

Publisher: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 1998
Health aspects, Cooking, Prostate cancer, Cookery (Tomatoes), Tomatoes

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Heart attack: Get help without delay

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A study reveals that it is important to call emergency medical care if one feels one is having a heart attack. The steps taken by paramedics and by staff at the emergency department are designed to detect, interrupt and treat a heart attack, which is to be done as quickly as possible.

Publisher: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2005
Management dynamics, Management, Risk factors, Emergency medical services, Company business management, Disease/Disorder overview

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Preventing a second heart attack

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Early heart attack treatment is designed to restore blood flow instantly and save heart muscle. Preventing another heart attack is possible by taking medication regularly, improving your life style and addressing psychological problems.

Publisher: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
Publication Name: Mayo Clinic Health Letter
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0741-6245
Year: 2003

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Subjects list: Prevention, Heart attack, Care and treatment
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