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Coronary Heart Disease

Coronary Heart Disease (CHD), also referred to as Coronary Artery Disease, is a narrowing of the coronary arteries by atherosclerosis. It can reduce or completely block blood flow to the heart. Get the latest news on coronary heart disease direct from Johns Hopkins' specialists.

Coronary Heart Disease Articles:

• Coronary Heart Disease Alert: Why a Yearly Flu Shot Can Protect Your Heart

• Special Report: Unclogging Carotid Arteries: Stents or Surgery?

• Coronary Heart Disease Report: Surgery for Heart Disease: Angioplasty vs. Bypass Surgery
• Coronary Heart Disease Alert: Research on Heart Disease and Periodontal Disease
• Coronary Heart Disease Alert: Research Update on Coronary Heart Disease

Johns Hopkins Symptoms and Remedies on Heart Health:

• Coronary Heart Disease

• Heart Attack

• Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol and High Triglycerides)

More on Coronary Heart Disease:

• Heart Health Glossary

All the articles in the Heart Health area are derived from our monthly newsletter, Johns Hopkins Health After 50, and our annual Johns Hopkins White Paper: Coronary Heart Disease and Johns Hopkins White Paper: Heart Attack Prevention located in our Bookstore.

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