Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

August 2006


	Here’s the latest issue of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital’s HeartCARE Online Newsletter.

	“Lube Job” May Be Answer for Problem Coronary Arteries
	A team of Jefferson scientists finds topical lubrication is effective in overcoming obstacles to cardiac stent delivery.

		What’s Your Target? To benefit from exercise, it’s important to maintain a level of intensity. Use our online calculator to learn your optimal heart rate during a workout.
	Heart Disease: What Every Woman Needs to Know Two Jefferson cardiologists note that the warning signs are different for women than they are for men, but the risk factors are the same.

	New Heart, New Attitude, Lots of Gratitude After waiting nearly nine months at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, John McAroy underwent successful heart transplantation.

	Can Multiple Lifestyle Changes Help Lower Blood Pressure? A recent study suggests that patients can make multiple lifestyle changes to help lower blood pressure without medication. Jefferson cardiologist Matthew DeCaro, MD, provides important insight into the study’s results.

	HeartCARE Recipes Enjoy healthy dining! Try these delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes developed by Jefferson Hospital cardiologists and dietitians.

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