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Music Can Make the Heart Beat Faster
Or slower, with possible medical applications, research suggests

Lifestyle May Counter Blood Pressure Genes
Smoking, drinking and more can override what you're born with, study finds

Lack of Sleep Can Raise Blood Pressure Over Time
Risk increased as sleep duration decreased, researchers found

Pay-for-Performance Doesn’t Shortchange Patients
VA study found those with complicated conditions still received high-quality care

Weight-Loss Surgery Options Compared in Super-Obese
Duodenal switch may be more effective than gastric bypass, researchers say

Research Finds ’New Crop’ of Breast Cancer Genes
Study in mice also suggests possible treatment with blood pressure med

Laughter Can Boost Heart Health
Research finds it improves blood flow and may help ward off high blood pressure

Viral Infection Might Trigger High Blood Pressure
Mouse study shows CMV raises risk of hypertension, hardening of arteries

Too-Low Blood Pressure Can Also Bring Danger
What's OK for the kidney and brain may not be best for the heart, expert says

All Blood Pressure Drugs Lower Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke
Any are better than no treatment at all, study shows