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High Blood Pressure Stalks Many Americans
Seven in 10 don't do enough to protect themselves from stroke, heart attack

Parent Smoking During Pregnancy Raises Kids’ Heart Risks
More carotid artery thickening in these young adults points to danger, study finds

Vitamin D Deficit Could Lead to Heart Woes
Winter's lack of sun means adults at risk should be monitored, experts say

China Documents First Case of Tick-Borne Disease Spread
Human-to-human transfer caused by contact with blood, respiratory secretion

Cancer Drug Ups Risk of Clots in Veins
Those on Avastin faced 33% increased risk of dangerous side effect

Pregnant Rural Women More at Risk
Poverty, social deprivation among factors boosting odds of preeclampsia, hypertension

Blood Sugar Control Helps Diabetics Preserve Sight
Close monitoring means type 1 patients can avoid retinopathy, study suggests

Unique Bone Marrow Transplant Said to Cure Sickle Cell
Technique is safe and effective, say Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh reseachers

EKG Not Strong Predictor of Heart Risk
Adds little to other diagnostic measures, British researchers report

Angioplasty Not Always Worth the Price
Cost analysis finds procedure often doesn't bring enough benefit to offset expense