Aspirin use to prevent first heart attacks not recommended for most older adults - US panel
There is new evidence that the risk of potentially life-threatening internal bleeding from regular aspirin use increases with age.
Wed Oct 13 2021
Health Ministry working to overcome shortage of cardiologists - Subramaniam
The Health Ministry is striving to overcome the shortage of cardiologists in government hospitals to cater to the rising number of cases of heart attacks.
Wed Sep 27 2017
Australian research confirms dangers of amphetamines for casual users
"These findings show an increase in the risk of strokes, heart attacks, and many other arterial diseases from abuse of the substance."
Fri Feb 10 2017
Malaysia needs more emergency physicians, says Dr Hilmi
Malaysia needs more emergency physicians for its emergency medical services to be run effectively, said Deputy Health Minister Datuk Seri Dr Hilmi Yahaya.
Mon Oct 12 2015
'Red shirt' participants risking health for rally - Expert
HKL's Datuk Dr Abu Hassan Asaari says people should be aware that the haze poses a multitude of health risks, including heart attacks.
Wed Sep 16 2015
Common heartburn medications linked to greater risk of heart attack
A common heartburn medication taken by more than 100 million people every year is associated with a greater risk of heart attacks, Stanford University researchers reported Wednesday.
Sat Jun 13 2015
New pollution rules will reduce asthma, heart attacks: Obama
The US President predicts "up to 100,000 asthma attacks and 2,100 heart attacks can be avoided" with his administration's proposals to cut carbon emissions.
Sat May 31 2014
Study: Sunlight helps blood pressure risk
Sunlight may help to reduce high blood pressure, a danger factor for heart attacks and stroke.
Tue Jan 21 2014
Some migraines tied to women's heart risk
Women who suffer from migraines accompanied by visual disturbances such as flashes of light may be at increased risk of heart attacks and blood clots, researchers said Tuesday.
Thu Jan 17 2013