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FDA Clears System to Reduce Stroke Risk during Stent and Angioplasty Procedures
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today cleared for marketing the ENROUTE Transcarotid Neuroprotection System (ENROUTE TNS), for use during a minimally invasive procedure to restore normal blood flow to narrowed carotid arteries.
Healthy Valentine’s Day for a Healthy Heart
Valentine’s Day — a day of chocolates, romantic dinners and loving hearts. Why can't it also be a day to focus on heart health?
Blood Pressure Guidelines Challenged
Stop the presses! New evidence has challenged a previous guideline for recommended blood pressure levels.
How the 'Sun Vitamin' Might Help Stroke Patients
Too much sun can be damaging to skin health, but a little may be just what the doctor ordered for those at risk of a stroke.
This New Device May Stop Repeat Aneurysms
A new, gel-filled device could keep burst brain blood vessels sealed, which could save lives.
How Fish Might Affect Your Immune Health
Seafood is always a great choice for protein if you’re young and female, right? Not so fast.
This Device Could Predict Strokes
After a stroke, getting the right treatment is important to avoid another one. When the cause of the stroke is unknown, doctors must rely on certain tools to determine the best treatment.
Dripped and Shipped: Quick Action May Save Stroke Patients
A technique called "drip and ship" could save stroke patients. And doctors may be using this technique more frequently.
A Drink a Day May Not Be Good for Everyone
Claims about the health benefits of red wine and moderate drinking may be too good to be true.
Fewer Donor Hearts Used
As the waiting list for heart transplants has grown longer, fewer hearts have become available for transplantation in the US in recent years.
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