News Beats features heart health news stories from around the world and handy library tips. In a world where new information overload is common, you need tools to focus your attention. We do the leg work so you can be relaxed and informed. Bookmark this page to keep your finger on the pulse of Library & Learning Resource Center developments and current cardiovascular news. 

From the Library . . .

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From the headlines . . .

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May 9, 2012
"Hospital Can Perform Baby's Surgery That Parents Declined"
[Judge rules that doctors can perform heart surgery]
www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/Hospital-can-perform-baby-s-surgery-that-parents-3547315.php 

May 7, 2012
"Screening Clinic Shows 'Huge Promise' for Hidden Heart Problems"
[A new clinic opens in London to screen young people for heart conditions]
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-17983489  

May 3, 2012
"Aspirin is as Good as Warfarin for Most Heart Failure Patients"
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-17925581 

April 30, 2012
"The Secret Way to Stop Heart Disease"
[A common chemical in canned foods can lead to arrhythmia]
http://health.msn.com/health-topics/cholesterol
/articlepage.aspx?cp-documentid=100288766 

April 27, 2012
"Heart Shrinking Trial to Combat Heart Failure to Begin"
[A trial in the UK to shrink enlarged hearts with electricity is set to begin]
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-17870314  

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Updated May 15, 2012