Dominion Web Directory : Health : Conditions_and_Diseases : Cardiovascular_Disorders : Heart

An in depth look at blood pressure monitoring at home. A look at the different devices available and the advantages of each, how to prepare for taking of the pressure and how to use the monitors.
http://familydoctor.org/128.xml

http://www.med.yale.edu/library/heartbk/

» Yale Heart Book

Yale University School of Medicine Heart Book. Provides information about the heart and heart disease, from diet to surgery. Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader software for viewing.
http://www.med.yale.edu/library/heartbk/

» ANet United
A blog that brings together research and news regarding cardiovascular disease, specifically heart failure. Created by Alex Hakimi.
http://anetunited.com/

http://body.aol.com/condition-center/heart-disease

» AOL Body - Heart Disease
Cover topics such as recognizing risk factors, diagnosis, medications, risks of bypass surgery, and aspirin and coronary artery disease.
http://body.aol.com/condition-center/heart-disease

http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/94/11/3023

» Alcohol and Heart Disease
Thomas A. Pearson, MD, PhD; From the Nutrition Committee of the American Heart Association takes an in-depth look at this subject.
http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/94/11/3023

http://www.allexperts.com/browse.cgi?catLvl=3&catID=964

» AllExperts Heart and Cardiology Q&A
Experts volunteer to answer questions related to heart disease.
http://www.allexperts.com/browse.cgi?catLvl=3&catID=964

» American Cardiovascular Research Institute
Improving care of cardiovascular patients by integrating preclinical and clinical research and creating data management tools to facilitate quality medical care.
http://www.acrionline.org/

http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/98/14/1472

» American Heart Association
A report about obesity and the impact on cardiovascular disease.
http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/98/14/1472

http://www.americanheart.org/heartprofilers

» American Heart Association: Heart Profilers
Make informed treatment decisions with our free treatment decision tools for heart disease and stroke.
http://www.americanheart.org/heartprofilers

» Arizona Heart Institute Cardiovascular Risk Factor Analysis
Offers an interactive on-line questionnaire designed to help determine your likeliness for heart disease.
http://www.azheart.com/rfa.asp

http://www.medhelp.org/Forums/cardio/index.htm

» Ask the Doctor: The Heart Forum for Patients
Interactive medical question and answer format about all aspects of this disease. Patient question is replied to by online doctors from the Cleveland Clinic. Includes library of articles on cardiology.
http://www.medhelp.org/Forums/cardio/index.htm

http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/96/8/2751

» Aspirin as a Therapeutic Agent in Cardiovascular Disease
A statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association.
http://circ.ahajournals.org/cgi/content/full/96/8/2751

» BBC Health - The Heart Disease Guide
Statistics, information, and news on heart disease in the UK.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/conditions/heart/

» CNN's Health News
Some samples of the latest news about heart disease and treatment.
http://cnn.com/HEALTH/heart

» CVMD - Cardiovascular Multimedia Information Network
Unrestricted access to multimedia educational materials relating to cardiovascular disease prevention, detection and treatment for patients, healthcare professionals, hospital administrators and scientists.
http://www.cvmd.org

http://www.med.nyu.edu/cardcath/index.html

» Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory
The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at NYU is a full service laboratory with operating hours of 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. and around the clock coverage for emergencies.
http://www.med.nyu.edu/cardcath/index.html

» Cardiologist UK
Dr Diana R Holdright explains about angina, heart disease and cardiological investigations and treatments. Also some details about herself and contact information.
http://www.cardiologist.uk.com

» Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing
Provides a non-invasive, objective, accurate and quantified assessment of possible cardiac failure.
http://www.cpxtesting.com

» Cardiosource
Offers research, information, ongoing clinical trials, and news regarding cardiovascular health.
http://www.cardiosource.com/

» Cardiovascular Consultants Medical Group
Includes, easy to understand information about the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. The site is geared towards lay people and health professionals.
http://www.healthyhearts.com

» Christopher M. Quick, Ph.D.
UCSF Center for Cerebrovascular Research.
http://avm.ucsf.edu/faculty/quick/

http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/texts/guide/hmg16_0004.html

» Columbia University of Health Sciences
A look at infective endocarditis, pericarditis, myocarditis, and cardiomyopathy. Discussion on each about diagnosis, treatment and prevention.
http://cpmcnet.columbia.edu/texts/guide/hmg16_0004.html

» First EBCT Heart Scan Facility in Philadelphia
HeartCam TM. Joint service provider with the UPenn School of Medicine offering electron beam computed tomography (EBCT) heart scan for the early detection of heart disease.
http://www.phillyheartcam.com

» Guidant Condition Compass
Heart conditions information including congestive heart failure symptoms, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, ejection fraction and dilated cardiomyopathy.
http://www.guidant.com/condition/

» Healthy Heart Guide
How to lower the chances of developing heart disease and how to reverse the effects of a current heart condition. Four ways to promote a healthy heart.
http://www.healthy-heart-guide.com

http://www.thirdage.com/features/healthy/heart/

» Healthy Heart Index
A quiz with many lifestyle questions, providing a health tip along with each result.
http://www.thirdage.com/features/healthy/heart/

http://www.rationallink.org/LLmedical.htm

» Heart Attack & Stroke: Symptoms and Response
Medical emergency information. Warning signs of heart attack or stroke with discussion of most useful response, contributing factors and aftermath. Copy and retain with emergency information. By Ken Wear.
http://www.rationallink.org/LLmedical.htm

http://www.heartcenteronline.com/myheartdr

» Heart Center Online: Patient Information
Features a cardiologist-edited encyclopedia, interactive tools, communities and other resources to help cardiovascular patients make important decisions about their care and treatment.
http://www.heartcenteronline.com/myheartdr

http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/1652/index.html

» Heart Disease Online
A resource for websurfers searching for information on heart disease, surgery, and heart health.
http://www.geocities.com/HotSprings/1652/index.html

http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/heartcenter/encyclopedia/

» Heart Encyclopedia
Children's Hospital Medical Center of Cincinnati has compiled information about disorders that may affect a child's heart and options to treat those conditions.
http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/heartcenter/encyclopedia/

http://www.ivillagehealth.com/conditions/heart/articles/0,11299,242989_283628,00.html

» Heart Health Center
Evaluate your risk with the Stanford Heart Disease Risk Assessment Quiz.
http://www.ivillagehealth.com/conditions/heart/articles/0,11299,242989_283628,00.html

» Heart Information Network
Information about the cardiovascular system, healthy hearts, heart disease, treatment options and the latest news.
http://www.heartinfo.org/

» Heart.org.in
Offers patient specific information about medical diseases affecting the heart and blood vessels. Includes tests and procedures, organizations, groups and message boards.
http://www.heart.org.in

» HeartCenterOnline
A resource for heart disease patients and professionals. Features a cardiologist-edited encyclopedia of conditions, tests, and surgeries. For physicians offers physician Web sites and other resources.
http://www.heartcenteronline.com/

» HeartPoint
A multimedia site for patient information and education. Presentations from professional sources help patients take an active role in their own health care.
http://www.heartpoint.com/

» Holstic Heart Health
Information on the use of holistic therapies with traditional medicine for improved heart health.
http://www.holistichearthealth.com

http://www.healthnewswebsite.com/heart_attack_health_news.html

» How to Prevent 500,000 Heart Attacks a Year
From DukeMedince Health News, an article written by Wei Jiang, MD. Discusses screening for cardiovascular disease, current guidelines, and recommendations from The Screening for Heart Attack Prevention and Education (SHAPE) Task Force.
http://www.healthnewswebsite.com/heart_attack_health_news.html

» Infarct Combat Project
Information on heart disease.
http://www.infarctcombat.org

» LifeHeart.com
Resources on heart disease, including angina, coronary artery disease, and quality of life for patients and medical professionals.
http://www.lifeheart.com

http://livingwithheartdisease.blogspot.com

» Living with Heart Disease
A weblog containing tips and information about healing your body, mind, and spirit.
http://livingwithheartdisease.blogspot.com

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-disease/HB99999

» Mayo Clinic: Heart Disease
Information about atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, diagnostic tests, treatment, risk factors and prevention.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/heart-disease/HB99999

» Medical Center Cardiac Rehabilitation Center
Physical rehabilitation at the NYU Cardiac Rehabilitation Center takes place in our new fully instrumented, state-of-the-art gym. Patients are organized into classes, which also function as support and social groups.Patients receive individual attention f
http://www.med.nyu.edu/cardiacrehab/

» Medtronic.com
Information about the symptoms and treatment of arrythmia, fibrillation, tachycardia and other heart disorders.
http://www.medtronic.com/crm/

http://www.mercksource.com/pp/us/cns/cns_health_library_frame.jsp?cd=3d&pg=/pp/us/cns/cns_hl_adam.jsp?pg=/pp/us/cns/content/adam/ency/article/002436.htm

» MerckSource - Heart Disease
Information on coronary heart disease, high cholesterol and dietary information to reduce your risk.
http://www.mercksource.com/pp/us/cns/cns_health_library_frame.jsp?cd=3d&pg=/pp/us/cns/cns_hl_adam.jsp?pg=/pp/us/cns/content/adam/ency/article/002436.htm

» NHLBI Health Information Online Catalog
Government catalog of free and low cost information on heart disease, lung, blood, and sleep disorder prevention, control, and management from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.
http://emall.nhlbihin.net

» Nutrition and Cardiovascular Health Report
Overview of the role of proper nutrition in cardiovascular health.
http://www.primev.com/NuCardio.htm

» Open Heart.net
Discussion forum, brief descriptions of cardiovascular diseases, treatments, and new discoveries. Sponsored by the Swiss Foundation for Advanced Communication in Healthcare. [Site in English, French, and German.]
http://www.open-heart.net/

» Pacemaker Arbeitsgruppe
Arbeitsgruppe Herzschrittmacher und Elektrophysiologie der Schweizerischen Gesellschaft für Kardiologie
http://www.pacemaker.ch

» Premier Heart and 3DMP EKG Technology
Premier Heart uses the latest medical equipment computerized EKG technology to accurately diagnose and monitor heart disease non-invasively, rapidly and inexpensively preventing heart attack, congestive heart failure and sudden cardiac death.
http://www.premierheart.com/

http://www.cardiacrehabilitation.org.uk/

» Rehabilitation Research
Resources for researchers and patients interested in cardiac rehabilitation. Complete list UK programs with contact details, interactive articles, notice board, news and conference details.
http://www.cardiacrehabilitation.org.uk/

» Seek Wellness
Provides information about heart attacks, cholesterol, and heart disease in women.
http://www.seekwellness.com/heart/index.htm

» South Broward Cardiology
Cardiology group located in Miami, Florida. Web site offers information on common heart problems and disorders.
http://www.sbcardiology.com

http://www.sjm.com/globals/glossary.aspx

» St. Jude Medical Glossary of Heart-Related Medical Terms
Glossary of medical terms related to cardiovascular disorders, heart disease, and heart valves.
http://www.sjm.com/globals/glossary.aspx

http://cvmedicine.stanford.edu/interventional/

» Stanford Interventional Cardiology
Stanford Interventional Cardiology is a world leader in percutaneous coronary revascularization. We perform over 1000 interventions per year and offer the latest breakthroughs in the treatment of coronary artery disease and valvular heart disease.
http://cvmedicine.stanford.edu/interventional/

http://www.fi.edu/biosci/preview/heartpreview.html

» The Franklin Institute Online
All about the heart, how to keep a healthy heart, heart disease, blood vessels, pulmonary system, how it is monitored, blood, and the history of the heart.
http://www.fi.edu/biosci/preview/heartpreview.html

» The Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions
The Society for Cardiac Angiography and Interventions promotes excellence in invasive and interventional cardiovascular medicine through physician education and representation, and the advancement of quality standards to enhance patient care.
http://www.scai.org/

» Thoratec Corporation
Thoratec Corporation is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing and marketing of medical devices for circulatory support and vascular graft applications.
http://www.thoratec.com

» eMedTV
Offers in-depth coverage of the issues and complications surrounding Heart Disease with interactive videos, articles and the latest news.
http://heart-disease.emedtv.com/

» euroSCORE Risk Calculators
Provides free, multilingual risk calculators for surgical mortality based on this system.
http://euroscore.org/calc.html

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