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PCOS associated with increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD)

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Estimates suggest that one in 15 women of child-bearing age is diagnosed with PCOS. The condition is characterized by lack of ovulation and a difficulty conceiving a child. Aside from fertility problems, PCOS can have other health complications – including cardiovascular ...click here to read more

Elderly with chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) face greater heart disease risk

Elderly with chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) face a greater heart disease risk. By the year 2020, in fact, medical experts estimate that almost 40 percent of all deaths worldwide will be related to cardiovascular disease. So the push is on to unravel the causes and enforce prevention. As research continues, more evidence suggests that there ...click here to read more

Risk of early heart attack higher with childhood infections

Researchers at the European Society of Cardiology have found an association between childhood infections and a higher risk of early heart attack. Dr. Andriany Qanitha from the study said, “Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the number one killer worldwide, including in Indonesia where it accounts for 31.9 percent of all deaths. CVD risk factors are rising ...click here to read more