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January 2011

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February is American Heart Month. Visit the CDC Features page to find out what’s being done to educate Americans about heart disease prevention.

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The National Center for Health Statistics Atlanta Research Data Center has announced its winter presentation schedule. The 10-presentation series begins January 19, 2011. For more details, including a full schedule, please e-mail srobinson7@.

The American Heart Association’s International Stroke Conference 2011, a state-of-the-art stroke nursing symposium, will be held February 8–11, 2011, in Los Angeles.

Join some of the world’s premier health promotion and disease prevention professionals in San Antonio on February 16–19, 2011, for Preventive Medicine 2011, the annual meeting of the American College of Preventive Medicine.

Registration is now open for the 2011 Public Health Preparedness Summit, which will be held in Atlanta on February 22–25, 2011. This year’s theme is “The National Health Security Strategy: Building a Resilient Nation.”

The American College of Cardiology will be holding the ACC.11 and i2 Summit, its 11th annual meeting, on April 2–5, 2011, in New Orleans.

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Colder Temperatures Mean More Heart Attacks

A recent study of hospital admissions in England and Wales shows that the reported number of heart attacks increases whenever temperatures significantly drop. Researchers estimate the likelihood of a heart attack increases by 2 percent for each degree Celsius that the temperature decreases.

Hysterectomy Linked to Coronary Disease

Women who undergo a hysterectomy for reasons unrelated to cancer appear to have an increased risk for heart attack and stroke, a recent study indicates.

Alarmingly High Cardiovascular Risk Found in Mediterranean People

The results of a recently published Spanish study indicate that, contrary to popular belief, individuals in Mediterranean regions have an alarmingly high risk for cardiovascular disease, not unlike the rates of those living in the United States and the United Kingdom. Researchers also found a correlation between low education level and increased heart risk.

Breaks from Sitting are Good for Hearts and Waistlines

The number of breaks one takes from sitting, not just the amount of time one spends sedentary, appears to bear a relation to one’s heart health.

Black History Month Can Focus on Health and Well-being

Because African Americans are at an increased risk for developing conditions such as high blood pressure and stroke, some doctors are encouraging the incorporation of messages related to health and well-being into Black History Month events.

Pump Up Your Heart in Five Easy Steps

In honor of upcoming American Heart Month, Dr. Holly Andersen of Cornell University shares her recommendations for improving heart health.

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Fishy Diet Comes with Lower Risk of Stroke

Women who eat more than three servings of fish per week are less likely to suffer a stroke, according to recent research. The fatty acids in fish are thought to curtail high blood pressure, a leading cause of stroke.

Secondhand Smoke Tied to High Blood Pressure in Kids

Children who share a household with a smoker have an increased risk of developing high blood pressure during childhood, according to findings from a recent research study.

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‘Good’ Cholesterol May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk

A recent study of older New York City residents indicates that patients with high levels of HDL, or “good” cholesterol, are more than two times less likely to develop dementia than individuals with low levels. High HDL levels are also associated with lower rates of heart disease.

Healthy Habits in Youth Tied to Better Adult Cholesterol Levels

Previous research has indicated that childhood cholesterol levels are a fairly accurate predictor of cholesterol levels—and, consequently, of heart risk—in adults. However, a recent Australian study suggests that childhood body weight and smoking habits may be greater determinants of an adult’s cholesterol.

High Sugar Consumption May Increase Risk Factors for Heart Disease in American Teenagers

Teenagers who consume large amounts of sugar in soft drinks and other foods may be at an increased risk for developing high cholesterol and, consequently, heart disease.

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Europe Reins in the Smoking Habit

A recent study carried out in 27 European countries indicates that anti-smoking laws have directly reduced rates of tobacco consumption and passive exposure to smoke.

FDA to Review New or Altered Tobacco Products

In early January 2011, a new law was passed granting the FDA authority to regulate all tobacco products. Any companies wishing to introduce a new tobacco product or to alter a current one will first be required to receive approval from the FDA. The law goes into effect March 22, 2011.

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Fewer Heart Problems among Moderate Drinkers

Binge drinkers—those who consume five or more drinks at least one day a week—are twice as likely as moderate drinkers to have heart problems, according to data gathered in a recent French study.

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Dr. Mary George of the CDC is featured in Stopping Strokes, one of the latest installations in the HHS HealthBeat podcast series.

A recent article released by the American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association lists the organizations’ top 10 research reports of 2010, highlighting their most significant findings of the past 12 months. Additionally, in an article appearing in the latest edition of Circulation, the American Heart Association issued a recommendation for a population-wide reduction in salt consumption.

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