NEW ORLEANS, La., Nov. 12, 2008 — Adults with severe heart failure see almost three times as many Medicare providers each year compared to a typical beneficiary, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2008.  Learn more. 

Vest monitors show air pollution is dangerous indoors and out

NEW ORLEANS, La., Nov. 12, 2008 — Indoor and outdoor pollutants can rapidly harm the heart in ways different than outdoor air pollution alone, according to a new study presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2008.  Learn more. 

Exercise improves quality of life for heart failure patients

NEW ORLEANS, La., Nov. 11 –– Exercise training is safe in heart failure patients, does not significantly reduce hospitalization or death, but is associated with several improved clinical outcomes, even in those already receiving optimal medical care, researchers reported at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2008. Learn more.

Flu shots may cut risk of blood clots forming in veins

NEW ORLEANS, La., Nov. 9, 2008 — Flu shots may reduce the risk of blood clots forming in veins by 26 percent, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2008. Learn more. 

Heart failure hospitalization rates rise among nation’s seniors

NEW ORLEANS, La., Nov. 9, 2008 — Heart failure is reaching epidemic levels among seniors in the United States, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2008. Learn more.