When it comes to killers, stroke is No. 5 in the United States. Stroke is also a leading cause of long-term disability. Both stroke and heart attack are increasingly striking at younger ages.
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Researchers from The University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson suggest that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may improve pulmonary hypertension in females. Scientists believe the hormone estrogen may play an important role in the condition.
Researchers are reporting that menopause hormone replacement therapy may not actually reduce the risk of heart disease. They add that calcium and vitamin D supplements as well as low-fat diets may also not be effective as preventive measures for other diseases.