Radio waves zap the heart
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Patients who suffer from tachycardia, or a continual irregularity in the beating of the heart, will soon find relief in catheter ablation. The procedure, an alternative to open-heart surgery and lifelong drug therapy, energizes the heart with radio waves through an inserted wire.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1992
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A free and unhateful heart
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Gradystein Williams's dreams were dashed by a repressive system that encouraged racial segregation. Her struggle to lead a dignified life despite numerous difficulties helped instill in the heart of a white boy a dedication to universal brotherhood.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1992
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Hormone linked to heart attacks
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Research indicates that high renin levels increase the likelihood of heart attacks among people with high blood pressure. Researchers recommend that renin testing be required of hypertensive patients.
Publication Name: Reader's Digest (Canadian)
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0034-0413
Year: 1992
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