heart attack

Risk Model Developed for Readmission After AMI in Seniors

Posted by Physicians Weekly | Apr 23, 2019 | HealthDay |

Strongest predictor of 30-day readmission among adults ≥75 years is impaired functional mobility

For frail elderly after heart attack, meds may prolong life but impact function

Posted by Reuters | Apr 11, 2019 | Reuters |

By Carolyn Crist (Reuters Health) – – After a heart attack, frail older adults may live longer by taking several medications typically prescribed to prevent future heart problems, but the drugs might also contribute...

Anxiety, depression tied to higher risk of heart attack, stroke

Posted by Reuters | Aug 28, 2018 | Anxiety & Stress, Psychiatry, Reuters |

By Lisa Rapaport (Reuters Health) – Adults with mood disorders like anxiety and depression may be more likely to have a heart attack or stroke than people without mental illness, a new study suggests. Researchers enrolled...