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Mitral Valve Prolapse (MVP) is a common heart murmur affecting as much as 20% of the general population. When it causes symptoms, it is referred to as MVP-Syndrome.

This book titled The Mitral Valve Prolapse Syndrome/Dysautonomia Survival Guide is an excellent source of education for those experiencing this common heart murmur.

For some patients who suffer from unstable angina or myocardial infarction, balloon angioplasty with stenting and bypass grafts are necessary life-saving treatments.

Taking in omega-3 and omega 6 fatty acids are good for your health.

The diagnosis of epilepsy is often wrong. Several studies indicate that, worldwide, as many as 50% of those diagnosed with epilepsy have seizures due to other causes.

Many large breeds of dogs, particularly boxers, suffer from a serious and sometimes fatal heart condition: cardiomyopathy. A mutant gene has been pinpointed as the cause

It's called the "broken heart" syndrome or Takotsubo/Stress Cardiomyopathy. Induced by sudden, overwhelming emotional stress it victimizes mostly women.

Study: An anti-smoking vaccine, delivered by a shot in the arm, keeps nicotine from reaching the brain.

A new study links the use of Ritalin and other stimulant drugs to an increased risk of sudden death from cardiac problems in children.

There are many causes for congestive heart failure, but the treatment is always aimed at keeping the heart stable. Find out more about living with a weakening heart.

Hearing, "Your child has a heart condition" is always frightening. Parents facing a child's diagnosis of SVT may find reassuring information here.

The simple act of walking offers benefits for the mind, body and spirit in addition to other health benefits. Walking is an activity that can be enjoyed by most people.

Two major insurance companies have agreed to reimburse for online doctor visits.

Below is a brief description on a particular type of fitness strategy called cardio workouts.

Who wouldn't want to take off 10 pounds of fat and put on eight pounds of muscle in the course of just five weeks?

People at risk of heart disease and high blood pressure may benefit from the results from India of a single pill to control heart factors, cholesterol and avoid stroke.

Butter! So many fear it, yet is has been a staple to human diets in many civilizations since the time of King Tut. Here's a closer look at the reputation of butter.

African Americans with high blood pressure seem to respond better to some anti-hypertensive drug and drug combination therapies than to others.

Beyond the scale...A chart that can determine whether too much body fat could be putting you at risk for heart disease

Children with Down Syndrome have a few differences in the way they develop teeth. It typically takes longer and does not follow the typical pattern.

Emergency chest pain centers can assess chest pain and open blocked heart arteries quickly, saving lives and increasing the chances of returning to an active lifestyle.

New study: Women taking birth control pills significantly increase their risk of heart disease.

In this episode of House, he and his team treat a reckless police detective after a fall.

Finding a doctor may seem easy with the number of tools available, but few people actually know how to find a doctor that's right for them.

Compared to the non-African American population, Blacks experience higher rates of hypertension and hypertensive disorders for several reasons.

A self-management tool to help angina sufferers learn the facts about angina, lower risks, and increase blood flow to the heart, the Angina Plan improves quality of life.

The so-called "sunshine vitamin" gets a boost as a means of preventing heart attacks and strokes.

Nashville's Adventure Science Center has taken hands-on edutainment to whole new levels. This award-winning attraction gets kids excited about science in zany, fun ways.

Most people can't take a year off to volunteer abroad, but many can, and do, go on life impacting short term overseas mission trips that last only a week or two.

Because there typically are no warning signs, the focus needs to be on undertaking comprehensive family medical histories for all athletes.

Patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes or heart disease may find a team approach to managing their disease and preventing complications is a wise decision.

It is estimated that 92% of dogs and cats will experience an emergency during their lifetime. Do you know who to go to for help should the worst happen to your pet?

Wolff-Parkinson White syndrome is an uncommon heart rhythm abnormality. What makes this condition unique?

Today there is an amazing array of home testing options. This feature is designed to provide a better understanding of them, and how to choose what meets one's needs.

The outsourcing and globalization of work is well understood. One solution, that is not often discussed, is leaving your home and working in another nation.

It's not well-understood and recognized, but the victims suffer debilitating chest pains and they're mostly women.

Many people take a low-dose aspirin on a daily basis as a measure to ward off heart attacks and strokes; doctors now say they should be careful with that.

Considering how energy dense your food is may be the best way to get nutritional value from the calories you eat, especially at breakfast, a new study shows.

Most people have some knowledge of cholesterol and its potential danger of heart disease or stroke. A reminder and action plan can help to lower cholesterol.

Erythrodermic psoriasis is one of the dreaded complications of psoriasis. It can cause serious metabolic disturbances in the body and is a medical emergency.

Why are so many Americans obese or on their way to becoming obese? Documentary filmmaker Morgan Spurlock points the finger at the fast food corporations.

In her adaptation of Fitcher's Bird, Margaret Atwood uses various fairy tale elements to explore different gender stereotypes.

He Loves Me...He Loves Me Not (A la folie...pas du tout) offers a surprisingly dramatic romance with a twist which keeps the audience guessing until the end.

When patients see a health care provider such as physician, dentist, chiropractor, or nurse practitioner, a written document is filed detailing the purpose and outcomes.

Heart attack symptoms in women frequently look different than heart attack symptoms in men. Protect yourself by knowing the signs to watch out for.

Cardiovascular disease - which results in heart attacks, heart failure and strokes - looks to become a major health problem in the Middle East in the years to come.

Losing weight always is high on New Year's resolution lists. Why? Obesity is a prime health concern resulting in heart disease and diabetes. Try the South Beach diet.

While shoveling snow is likely the most hated ritual of the winter months, in the rush to "get it done" shortcuts are taken. This posts a significant health risk.

Interviews with several patients of various ages demonstrate the propensity of health care providers to inflate the costs of medical procedures.

The biomedical literature is burgeoning, but scientific consensus is not necessarily reflected in the guidelines that reach doctors and are applied to patients.