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Medical centers and nursing care around the world have shifted from acute and post-acute intervention to crisis responsiveness. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Service.... Read More

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AHA Releases Scientific Statement on CAD with Type 2 Diabetes

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Last month, the American Heart Association released a new scientific statement underscoring the impact of type 2 diabetes management on coronary artery disease. "Clinical Mana.... Read More

Updated Cholesterol Guidelines Take a Personalized Approach

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The American Heart Association (AHA) and American College of Cardiology (ACC) recently released an update to the 2013 cholesterol guidelines, calling for more personalized ris.... Read More

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Get with the Guidelines: Blood Pressure Edition

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ACC, AHA Redefine Hypertension This past November, the American College of Cardiology and American Heart Association redefined the way clinicians and the public should think.... Read More

Saint Thomas Midtown Participates in 'Little Hats, Big Hearts' on 'Go Red for Women' Day

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On Friday, Feb. 2, Saint Thomas Health leadership joined the American Heart Association at Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital to 'Go Red for Women' on National Wear Red Day. Babi.... Read More

Feb 2: Go Red for Women

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The American Heart Association's Go Red For Women initiative is asking for your support by participating in National Wear Red Day® on Friday, Feb. 2, 2018 during American Hear.... Read More

Appropriate Use Criteria Published for Valvular Heart Disease Imaging Tests

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WASHINGTON (Sept. 1, 2017) -- The American College of Cardiology, along with several partnering societies, today released appropriate use criteria addressing the evaluation an.... Read More