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The 25 best U.S. cardiology hospitals ranked

The top 25 hospitals for cardiology and heart surgery, as determined by U.S News & World Report: 1. Cleveland Clinic | Cleveland, Ohio 2. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Los Angeles, California 3. Mayo Clinic | Rochester, Minnesota 4. Mount Sinai Hospital | New York, New York 5. NYU Langone Hospitals | New York, New York 6. New York-Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia […]

Study finds strawberries could boost your brain power, lower blood pressure

article Palestinian farmers pick strawberries in their farm on February 17, 2007 in the Beit Lahia town, northern Gaza Strip. (Credit: Abid Katib/Getty Images) The research and absctract were recently presented at NUTRITION 2023 in Boston – an annual meeting for the American Society of Nutrition. The full study has not been published yet.  Dr. […]

American Heart Association recognizes 2,671 health care organizations for commitment to cardiovascular patient care

The American Heart Association, a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, has recognized 2,671 health care and emergency response organizations -; nearly 145 more than in 2022 -; for their commitment to improving health outcomes for cardiovascular patients through evidence-based efficient and coordinated care. The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® […]

Penicillin Shortage Explained: Increased Syphilis Rates And Amoxicillin Shortage Fueled Crisis

Topline Bicillin—a common form of penicillin manufactured by Pfizer and used to treat syphilis—is the newest antibiotic to face a shortage, causing the drugmaker to recommend the use of an alternative, less convenient drug for patients who aren’t pregnant. Key Facts In June, Pfizer announced the shortage of penicillin Bicillin A-L and Bicillin C-R, due […]

Pint for Pint campaign brings local breweries together to support blood donation

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Breweries around the area have teamed up to help Community Blood Center in its Pint for a Pint campaign to urge more Kansans to donate blood. Community Blood Center announced on Tuesday, Aug. 1, that as part of its annual Pint for a Pint campaign, all blood donors will receive a […]

The seven best exercises for reducing blood pressure

The phrase “cardiovascular event” is one of those unintentionally deadpan science terms no one wants to hear. Events should ideally involve champagne, a chance to wear your best shoes and a seating plan.  Cardiovascular events are responsible for an estimated 18 million deaths globally, according to the World Health Organisation and many are related to […]

Red Cross Blood Drive On August 12 In Waxahachie

Alex Esquivel, a regular blood donor from Ovilla, is pictured donating blood during a recent blood drive in Waxahachie. It’s a great way to help save lives. Sign up today at RedCrossBlood.org, sponsor code ldswaxahachie. Or sign up at JustServe.org. Facebook Twitter Pinterest WAXAHACHIE – American Red Cross Blood Services has announced an urgent need […]

Glenmark, Omron join hands to create awareness on blood pressure monitoring

Glenmark Pharma on Wednesday said it has joined hands with OMRON Healthcare India, the Indian arm of the Japanese medtech company that’s known for its blood pressure monitoring devices to create awareness among 18 years and above to monitor blood pressure at home. Through the campaign called “Take Charge @18” both the companies are aiming […]