Archive for the ‘Heart Disease’ Category

Statement From American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown On Launch Of National Physical Activity Plan

Tuesday, May 4th, 2010
Americans need a motivational push from all sectors of society to get on their feet and reverse a growing trend of physical inactivity. That's why the American Heart Association is pleased to become a key strategic partner in the National Physical Activity Plan, co-leading the Business and Industry Sector of the eight sectors identified for specific calls to action...

High Prevalence Of Atrial Fibrillation Found Among Cross-Country Skiers

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Next month, in the Norwegian town of Rena, 12,000 elite cross-country skiers will line up for this year’s Birkebeiner ski marathon, an annual endurance race which will take them through 54 kilometres of snow-covered countryside to the winter sports resort of Lillehammer…

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Laugh A Little To Help Protect Heart, Lower Blood Pressure

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Laughter is not only an effective stress-reliever, but can be heart-healthy, according to research presented at the American College of Sports Medicine's 56th Annual Meeting in Seattle. Two separate studies examined the role of a good laugh as it relates to health. One of the studies took an inverted approach to previous research on the harmful cardiovascular tolls of stress and negative mood.
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