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Biography of Dr. Christiaan Barnard, surgeon who performed the world's first heart transplant. Specialized in open-heart surgery and organ transplantation.

A collection of four discussion questions to be used by book clubs when discussing Martin's novel.

Charles Martin's book explores the multiplicity of meanings given to the word heart as both an organ of life and the seat of emotion.

There are few mechanical heart support devices available to infants under the age of two.These devices help support the heart before a heart transplant

A Book Review of "Change of Heart" by Jodi Picoult. The author takes on Christianity, Catholicism, Judaism, Gnosticism, and redemption through a character on death row.

There is increasing evidence that blood transfusions are dangerous and often unnecessary. There are many safer alternatives available to patients.

These bioartificial hearts may make cardiac patient treatments easier and more effective. Recycled animal hearts are an astounding breakthrough in treating heart disease.

Y&R star Eric Braeden, who portrays billionaire Victor Newman, is the latest star in the centre of contract negotiations and controversy. Will he remain with the show?

Every year it's the same problem. What to get Dad, Mum, brother James or Sister Nicky. Why not find them a good book they can sink into in front of a post Christmas fire?

Does a transplanted heart carry with it traits and memories from its donor? That is the question that Mary Higgins Clark's latest thriller explores.

Research shows that the heart communicates with mind and body through an inherent nervous system that can influence perception, decision-making, and overall health.

The European Union has bought out a paper, Meeting the Organ Shortage, which recommends, if possible, the full implementation of the Spanish transplant system.

Medics will be attempting to transplant a whole uterus, for the first time in history.

A look at what anesthetic awareness is, what causes it and how it can be prevented.

The highly suspenseful CTV police drama starring a bevy of homegrown Canadian talent, makes its adrenaline-pumping debut on the high definition format, with a punch. 8/10

Sudden cardiac arrest is fatal unless appropriate medical care is given immediately. Out of hospital treatment is at least as critical as treatment received in hospital.

It is a rare thing in soaps when a role is played by a single actor for the entire life of the character. Viewers may not like it, but recasts are often necessary.

All Kissing Bugs feed on blood, and those that prefer human blood can carry a serious disease. Charles Darwin's debilitating illness was probably caused by one.

The Terminator movies have gripped the public's imagination because of their rich mythology. The fourth Terminator movie does not live up to its magnificent heritage.

The benefits of Reiki are increasingly becoming accepted in hospitals in the US. Several hospitals now have Reiki therapists among their staff.

Revisit the last great American Renaissance. Learn how a generation survived and revitalized a culture with LSD, rock and roll, campus revolt and Power to the People!

For years, fans have thrilled to the adventures of Iron Man. Yet when he was first created, readers had many reasons to dislike his alter ego Tony Stark.

Today's older adults are under a lot of stress-physical, emotional, and financial. Besides a heart attack, these stresses can lead to a more subtle danger.

Gregory House is the most self-centered man of prime time. So how does his conscience contend with this act of societal immorality?

A flurry of off-season activity for the franchise has done little to change the product on the ice as the Lightning is near the bottom of the standings.

Dental work has long been associated with bacterial endocarditis, but scientific evidence does not support routine antibiotic prophylaxis for people at moderate risk.

Find out what's in store for Genoa City's residents in Fall 2009 with this summary of all of the latest spoilers and rumors for CBS's top-soap Y&R.

Contrary to popular belief, heart attacks and cardiac arrest are not the same thing. Recognizing the signs of these two heart problems can save lives.

What women should know about the pregnancy heart condition, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, that targets expecting moms late in their third trimester and postpartum.

Major League Baseball teams have been dropping e-mails to their fan base wishing them holiday greetings to ensure they return, but what do clubs want this Christmas?

This New Year's Day the Tournament of Roses Parade will carry images of 76 organ donors on the "New Life Rises" float to honor those whose deaths helped save lives.