Heart disease definition


Robert H. Barrow, a retired four-star general who was a former commandant of the Marine Corps and was decorated for heroism and recognized for reforms, died Oct. 30 at his home in St. Francisville, La., at 86. He had heart and circulatory problems.

Local Heart Walk raises money for research (Parkersburg News and Sentinel)
PARKERSBURG – Several hundred people turned out in City Park Sunday for the annual Wood-Washington Start! Heart Walk to raise money for cardiac-health research and education as well as raise awareness about heart disease and stroke. Heart disease and stroke are the country’s No. 1 and No. 4 killers respectively, said Kim Ryan, Heart Walk director.

Medical College identifies puberty disease gene (BizJournals)
A new gene responsible for some puberty disorders has been identified by Medical College of Georgia researchers. They found the gene mutated in CHARGE syndrome a multi-system disorder characterized by various problems, including heart defects and hearing loss also accounts for about 6 percent of two puberty disorders, MCG said in a statement.

Snoring can damage heart, say docs (The Times of India)
NEW DELHI: Does your loud snoring disturb others at home? Don t just ignore it as a sign of a good night s sleep. Doctors say snoring is a serious medical condition and in some cases can even lead to high blood pressure, diabetes and heart problems.

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