HEART DISEASE

Chronic stress can get under your skin

A certain level of stress is good. The problems begin when we experience prolonged or repeated stress. Chronic stress over time leads to wear-and-tear on the body, and is strongly linked to chronic diseases such as heart disease.

By Lisa Jahns , March 04, 2013

Study: Vitamins don't lower heart risks in men

Multivitamins might help lower the risk for cancer in healthy older men but do not affect their chances of developing heart disease, new research suggests.

By Marilynn Marchione , November 26, 2012

Dr. Casey Ryan, Grand Forks, letter: Avoiding smoke can improve heart health

Eliminating exposure to secondhand smoke is an important step in maintaining a healthy heart.

By Dr. Casey Ryan , September 26, 2012

CANADA: For 1st time, cancer leading cause of death in every province, territory

A new report says cancer and heart disease were responsible for just over half of Canada's 238,617 deaths in 2008, the most recent full year of tabulation.

By Canadian Press , November 01, 2011

Stacy Duncan, Fargo, letter: Thanks for making Heart Walk a success

On behalf of the American Heart Association, I would like to extend a huge thank you to the 250-plus participants, sponsors, donors, walkers and volunteers who contributed to the Second Annual Greater Grand Forks Heart Walk.

By Stacy Duncan , October 03, 2011

HEALTH MATTERS: Your health questions answered

Q. As a parent, I was very sorry to hear about the collapse of a high school basketball player during a recent game. What are the possible causes of this, and what can be done to prevent it?

January 29, 2011

Gene test aims for better heart disease detection

It’s not a perfect test. Yet, researchers report a key step for the first gene test aimed at reducing unnecessary angiograms — expensive and somewhat risky procedures that hundreds of thousands of Americans have each year to check for clogged arteries.

By Marilynn Marchione , October 04, 2010

Brushing your teeth twice a day reduces your risk of heart disease

People who brush their teeth twice a day have a significantly lower risk of heart disease compared to individuals who have poor oral hygiene, says a report published in the British Medical Journal.

By Special Features Staff Reports , June 05, 2010

Eating processed meats may raise risk of heart disease

In a new study, researchers from the Harvard School of Public Health have found that eating processed meat, such as bacon, sausage or processed deli meats, was associated with a 42 percent higher risk of heart disease and a 19 percent higher risk of type 2 diabetes. In contrast, the researchers did not find any higher risk of heart disease or diabetes among individuals eating unprocessed red meat, such as from beef, pork, or lamb. This work is the first systematic review and meta-analysis of the worldwide evidence for how eating unprocessed red meat and processed meat relates to risk of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.

By Special Features Staff Reports , May 22, 2010

Happy, enthusiastic people less likely to develop heart disease

People with a tendency to experience positive emotions, such as being happy, enthusiastic and contentment, are also less likely to develop heart disease than those who tend not to experience it, suggests a new American study: however the researchers said the findings should be confirmed via clinical trials before making any clinical recommendations.

By Special Features Staff Reports , February 27, 2010

JOINTS FOR SORE JOINTS: Marijuana use by seniors goes up as boomers age

Long a fixture among young people, use of the country's most popular illicit drug is now growing among the AARP set, as the massive generation of baby boomers who came of age in the 1960s and '70s grows older.

By Matt Sedensky , February 22, 2010

Today is Great American Spit Out

Health and wellness organizations are encouraging spit-tobacco users to get help quitting during today’s Great American Spit Out.

By Herald Staff Report , February 18, 2010

Heart disease kills most in South Dakota

Heart disease was the leading cause of death in South Dakota in 2008, followed closely by cancer.

By Associated Press , February 14, 2010

Obesity hindering success at reducing heart disease risk

The dramatic increase in overweight and obesity in adult Americans over the past 20 years has undermined public health success at reducing risk for heart disease, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2009.

By Herald Staff Reports , November 21, 2009

David Berg and David Roche, Moorhead: Bias clogs heart group’s call to limit sugar

August 27, 2009