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Science Finds Healing in Halloween Horrors
Vampire bats, spiders and even a monster have sparked new treatments

Cholesterol Drugs May Help Prevent Flu Deaths
But expert says it could be that statins protect heart during infection

Drug Combo May Prevent Heart Attacks, Strokes
'Inexpensive, well-proven medications' could have huge impact, expert says

Clot-Busting Therapy Under Review
Cardiologists looking at new generation of drugs as Plavix trial shows double dosage best for angioplasty

Study Suggests a Wider Use for Statins
Drugs could help those who only have high levels of inflammation, experts say

Most Adult Americans at Some Risk for Heart Disease
Surging obesity rates have reversed gains, study finds

U.S. Faces Shortage of Heart Surgeons
Too many aging Americans, too few new doctors spell trouble, experts say

Statins Before Vascular Surgery Cut Deaths, Complications
Problems halved in patients getting blood-vessel repairs done, study finds

New Anti-Clotting Drug Beats Plavix
Brilinta prevents heart attacks and improves survival, researchers say

Medication Review May Help With Heart Failure
Hospitalizations decline when doctors, pharmacists collaborate, study finds