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RapidPass Mobile Offers More Convenience for Blood, Platelet Donors
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The American Red Cross appreciates all heroes who make room in their schedules during the busy holiday season to help patients in need. Since its launch over two years ago, the Red Cross RapidPass® continues to help save time for blood and platelet donors. RapidPass is now compatible with most mobile devices, offering even more convenience to donors.
American Heart Association raises concerns about Senate tax bill
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American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown issued the following statement today on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act approved by the Senate:
Higher risk of dying due to heart cell damage without any symptoms occurs during or after non-heart surgery
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Surgery that doesn't involve the heart may cause damage to the heart in people with known or at high risk of developing heart disease and was associated with an increased risk of death, according to new research in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation.
More than 300 medical practices and health systems recognized for blood pressure control
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The American Heart Association (AHA) and the American Medical Association (AMA) today recognized 310 physician practices and health systems from across the country for their commitment to reducing the number of Americans who have heart attacks and strokes each year. These physician practices and health systems are the first-ever to receive awards through the AHA and AMA's new Target: BP Recognition Program.
Genitourinary syndrome of menopause
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- Written by Kelley Luckstein
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A new article in Mayo Clinic Proceedings reviews options for women going through genitourinary syndrome of menopause - an encompassing term for vaginal dryness, itching, dyspareunia and urinary tract infections brought on by low estrogen levels after menopause.
World AIDS Day: Hope to end stigma, transmission and isolation
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- Written by Deborah Balzer
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December 1 is World AIDS Day - a day to bring awareness to HIV, and a renewed hope to end transmission and the isolation of living with HIV and AIDS.
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