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Researchers found that bacteria linked to gum disease may help drive the development of calcific aortic valve stenosis by triggering inflammation and calcium buildup in the heart valve. The early ...

Gum disease bacteria may spur calcium buildup in the heart's aortic valve, leading to a common and serious heart valve ...

If you have a family history of heart disease, your doctor may suggest getting a coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan during your annual physical. A CAC scan measures the amount of calcified plaque in ...

Keeping your cholesterol at a healthy level is critically important for heart health—and your diet plays a huge part. Making a point of enjoying the number-one food to lower cholesterol can help you ...

Millions of Americans get their LDL, or "bad" cholesterol, tested. But another test may do a better job of finding who needs ...

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