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Scary Movie star Jayne Trcka’s cause of death revealed

Actor and former bodybuilder died December 12 in San Diego, California

The Independent UK

Studies test whether gene-editing can fix high cholesterol. For now, take your medicine

Scientists are testing an entirely new way to fight heart disease: whether gene editing might offer a one-time fix for high cholesterol

The Independent UK

“I think we met with his approval. If I find him haunting me, I’ll know I did something wrong”: Tim Smith left an unfinished Cardiacs album when he died. Five years on, his bandmates released the finished version of LSD

A brother who took over the band, a singer who struggled to keep the secret and a determination to do exactly what their late leader would have wanted led to the end of an 18-year journey

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What is atrial fibrillation and how is it treated?

Atrial fibrillation, or A-fib, is becoming more common, but doctors say treatments are improving

The Independent UK

The unexpected benefit of getting your annual flu shot

The number of Americans who are getting vaccinated for any respiratory illness is falling

The Independent UK

My patient’s near-death experience in hospital left me with worry and guilt. This is how vicarious trauma starts

Afterwards, my team and I kept going without ever discussing the event. But something felt heavy. And because I couldn’t name it, I didn’t know how to deal with it

The Guardian - AU

Mum turns child's diagnosis into pledge to help

A prenatal heart diagnosis upended Sami Glastonbury's family life. Now the "heart mum" is turning lived experience into national advocacy through HeartKids.

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Tom Lockyer says ‘every minute counts’ as the weekend EFL action starts later

The cardiac arrest survivor has urged fans to learn lifesaving CPR.

The Independent UK

What are statins? The uses and side effects of cholesterol medication

It’s essential to discuss your personal circumstances with a GP when considering statins

The Independent UK

“My Mom Went To The ER For Dirt On Her Forehead”: 35 Of The Funniest ER Visits

Going to the ER is never pleasant. In fact, most folks wouldn't choose it over many other activities. However, these people convinced themselves that something was wrong with them and went to the ER, even if it was for the dumbest reasons. Some may have been hypochondriacs, others just confused…

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Almost a quarter of soup on sale in UK supermarkets has too much salt, study finds

Analysis of nearly 500 tinned and chilled products finds 23% exceed government’s voluntary salt target

The Guardian - UK

Most statin side-effects not caused by the drugs, study finds

While labels list dozens of possible risks only four are supported by evidence, say researchers

The Guardian - UK

NHS to trial device that could help millions with debilitating sleep condition

It’s estimated eight million people in the UK have sleep apnoea, which causes breathing to repeatedly stop and start

The Independent UK

Who was Annabelle Neilson? British socialite who 'put some girls together' for Jeffrey Epstein

‘I am putting a little group of girls together’, reads an email to Jeffrey Epstein, apparently sent by Annabelle Neilson, in 2010

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The Independent UK

Why is every EFL game kicking off one minute later than normal this weekend?

All 36 EFL fixtures over the coming four days will kick off a minute late as part of the Every Minute Matters campaign

The Independent UK

New implant for heart failure patients to be rolled out across the NHS

The British Heart Foundation estimates that more than a million people in the UK are living with heart failure

The Independent UK

Why some adults could miss out on vital ‘mid-life MOT’ health checks

The check is supposed to be offered to people every five years between the ages of 40 and 74 if they do not have any other medical problems

The Independent UK

Researchers find most Americans with high blood pressure don’t have it under control

And more than 60 percent of U.S. adults with uncontrolled blood pressure aren’t taking medication for the chronic condition

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The Independent UK

Experimental pill may offer new cholesterol-lowering option for millions

There are other pills that patients can add to their statin

Radio France Internationale

French watchdog flags heart, lung and cancer risks as vape use grows

Vaping poses possible heart, lung and cancer risks, France’s national health agency warned on Wednesday, as it raised concerns about long-term use and the growing appeal of e-cigarettes among teenagers.

AAP

Major gaps miss women's heart attack risk and symptoms

A global review led by an Australian cardiologist has revealed critical gaps in how heart attacks in women are diagnosed, with calls for new guidelines.

The Independent UK

Bank worker who had life-saving heart transplant feels he can ‘do anything’ after 110km Sahara trek

Fraser Wilson completed the trek just two years after having a heart transplant

The Guardian - UK

Paying kidney donors won’t solve the problem

Letters: We need to tackle the causes of renal failure and unequal access to care, writes Sandra Currie. Plus letters from Dominique E Martin on why markets in kidneys don’t work and a disgruntled altruistic living kidney donor

The Guardian - UK

Mike Morgan obituary

Champion of respiratory medicine who was passionate about building bridges between academics and clinicians

Tom’s Guide

Here’s the best time to drink coffee for heart health and longevity, according to new research

Here's what new research has to say about the best time of day to drink coffee.

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