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May 2004
Jefferson Scientists Use Gene Therapy to Restore Function of Damaged Heart Cells in Laboratory
Researchers at Jefferson Medical College and Duke University have used gene therapy to help damaged heart cells regain strength
and beat normally again in the laboratory. The work takes the scientists one step closer to eventual clinical trials in humans.
The Low-Down on High Blood Pressure and Stroke
Because May is National High Blood Pressure Month, we present some important facts, including updated information about ranges
of blood pressure readings.
HeartCARE Recipes
Enjoy healthy dining! Try these delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes developed by Jefferson Hospital cardiologists and dietitians.
Keep In Touch with our HeartCARE Web site , featuring news about treatments and advances at Jefferson University Hospital, important information about our centers
and programs, and up-to-the-minute listings of free events. Bookmark and visit www.JeffersonHospital.org/heart.
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