The Post Investigates: Stroke Advances
The latest advances in stroke research are refining recovery.
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Tag Archives: Artery
Review the Options
A cardiac catheterization revealed that one artery is blocked and two others are partially closed. I was told that nothing could be done because of my age. Could you enlighten me on what I could do? I concur that exercise and diet will not help at this point. But I am not certain why the ... More
Are You As Healthy As You Think?
Too often, seemingly healthy people suffer a devastating heart attack or stroke. Two new screening tests may help better identify those at risk of cardio vascular emergencies:
The PLAC Test measures blood levels of an enzyme called Lp-PLA2 that, when elevated, may trigger an inflammatory response inside an artery and set the stage for plaque ... More
