Americans Lag Far Behind English in Overall Health

The expanding role of statins

Skin Tissue Cholesterol and C-Reactive Protein Associated with Metabolic Syndrome

Lower Testosterone Levels Among Some Diabetic Patients May Lead to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease: Presented at AACE

New drug could reduce heart attack damage

C-reactive protein levels good predictor of infection

Blocking key protein reduces inflammatory markers in metabolic syndrome: Findings shed light on mechanism of condition associated with heart disease, type 2 diabetes

Inflammation tied to colorectal cancer risk: study

First Data to Show Addition of a Bile Acid Sequestrant (WelChol, colesevelam HCl) to Statin Therapy Significantly Reduces Median hs-CRP Levels

Something To Chew On: Pitt research provides clues to obesity’s cause, hints of new approach for curbing appetite

New evidence that CRP impairs signaling of the hormone leptin which plays a role in controlling appetite.

Fiber Good, and Not Just for Your Gut: Studies Show Fiber Fights Heart Disease, Diabetes

C-Reactive Protein -- Inflammatory Marker and More in Cardiovascular Disease: An Expert Interview With Paul M. Ridker, MD, MPH, FACC, FAHA

Two novel cardiac markers, when elevated together, predict the likelihood of metabolic syndrome - a contributor to coronary artery disease

Statins Decrease Restenosis in Patients with High CRP Levels

Smoking Adds to Teen Diabetes Danger: Study Finds Increased Risks, Especially for Boys

Fat Linked to Inflammation, Heart Disease

Gum Disease Increases Chances Of Pre-Term Birth

Erectile Dysfunction Linked to Atherosclerosis

Bacteria Linked To Heart Risk

Hysterectomy Linked to Higher Levels of Inflammatory Markers Than Natural Menopause: Presented at NAMS

Drug Treatments: Making the Right Choice

Exercise Helps Insulin Sensitivity

Mediterranean Diet May Be Effective in Reducing Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome

Being Overweight Hurts Kids' Arteries: Extra pounds weaken vessel walls, even at ages as young as 9, study finds

Dieting for good health