Cardiology

Bottom line? There may be some benefit to taking Omega-3s, combined with other dietary measures.

The truth about non–muscle related adverse effects.

In her eye opening book, cardiologist Dr. Barbara Brown explains why she feels statins aren't the miracle cures they're purported to be. In making her case, she paints a picture of an “unholy, very lucrative” alliance between drug companies, the FDA and health professionals.

Male health professionals can lower heart disease risk with morning meal

New CMAJ study suggests that telmisartan or valsartan may be the preferred angiotensin receptor blockers for preventing cardiovascular events in patients with diabetes.

Effect could be mediated through improved stress response or healthier behaviours

And attendance at followup appointments doesn’t suffer, study shows

Analysis included studies that compared new oral anticoagulants to standard care; all studies had to include data on bleeding events.