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Variants in genes encoding proprotein convertase subtilisin-kexin type 9 and 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutarylcoenzyme A reductase are associated with almost equivalent effects on the risk of cardiovascular events and diabetes per unit decrease in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level

Similar Effects for PCSK9, HMGCR Variant-Mediated Lower LDL

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Almost equivalent effects on cardiovascular events, diabetes per unit decrease in LDL-cholesterol level

November 2016 Briefing – Cardiology

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Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Cardiology for November 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Participation in specific sports may have significant benefits for public health

Participation in Specific Sports Tied to Significant Health Benefits

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Racquet sports, swimming, and aerobics tied to lower risk of early death in study
Age at smoking initiation and cessation continue to be important predictors of mortality in U.S. adults over age 70

Study Supports Smoking Cessation for Smokers of Any Age

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Even patients quitting in their 60s can add years to their lives, researchers find
The number of people in families having problems paying medical bills fell by nearly 13 million from 2011 through the first six months of 2016

CDC: Fewer U.S. Families Struggling to Pay Medical Bills

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More Americans are experiencing relief with medical bills, but gaps remain
Starting testosterone treatment is associated with an increased risk of venous thromboembolism

Increased VTE Risk for Men Starting Testosterone Therapy

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Risk peaks in the first six months of hormone treatment, but overall odds are low
Vegetarian diets are healthy for people of all ages

AND: Vegetarian Diet a Healthy, Environmentally Sound Choice

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These food plans are safe at all stages of life, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics says
Smoking is associated with an increased risk of acute ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction

Highest Increase in Acute STEMI Risk for Youngest Smokers

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Risk up with smoking; more than eight-fold increase in acute STEMI risk for those aged <50 years
Primary care doctors should offer counseling about healthy lifestyle habits to prevent heart disease even to adults who have a low or average risk of developing cardiovascular disease

Heart-Healthy Habits Should Also Be Promoted to Low-Risk Patients

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USPSTF encourages primary care professionals to individualize this counseling
Healthier diets may be a factor in the ongoing decline in cholesterol levels for Americans

Levels of Total, LDL Cholesterol Continue to Fall in the U.S.

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Eliminating trans fats from the U.S. diet may be one factor in this healthy trend