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February 25, 2008
A New Look at Heart Disease, Statins and Lipids (Part 1 of 2)
Dr. Robert Eckel talks about maintaining a healthy heart and lowering bad cholesterol as he offers the latest medical information about cardiovascular disease. (Part 1 of 2)
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- Study finds little strokes lead to big strokes in a week
Mini-strokes lead to a major stroke within a week in one out of 20 people and should be treated as a medical emergency, British doctors have said. - American Heart Association
Learn more about cardiovascular disease by visiting the Web site for the American Heart Association. - Statements on the Drug Zetia/Zocor
Some preliminary studies (see links below) suggest Zetia may not be an effective medication. However, today's broadcast guest, Dr. Robert Eckel, says further information is needed before coming to that conclusion. He recommends patients consult their physician prior to changing medications.
American Heart Association Statement on ENHANCE Study
American College of Cardiology Statement on ENHANCE Trial
Guest Biography
Dr. Robert Eckel is a professor of physiology, medicine and biophysics at the University of Colorado at Denver. A former president of the American Heart Association, he received the Moses Barron Award from the American Diabetes Association and was voted among the "Best Doctors in America" in 1994 and 1995. Dr. Eckel earned his M.D. from the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and has written numerous articles for medical publications. He and his wife, Margaret, have five children.
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