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Second Opinion Depression, Episode 201 This episode of Second Opinion explores the latest trends in diagnosis and treatment of depression.

Second Opinion, Heart Attack, Episode 113 This episode of Second Opinion covers what we all need to know about heart attack and heart health.

Second Opinion, Metabolic Syndrome, Episode 208 This episode of Second Opinion covers what metabolic syndrome is, its causes and consequences, and steps you can take to protect yourself from life-threatening medical problems.

American Heart Association This site is an excellent first place to turn to for more information on all cardiac concerns.  Of particular interest is their article, "Stress and Heart Disease"

National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute This site has a wealth of information on heart disease.


National Institute of Mental Health The National Institute of Mental Health is the lead federal government agency for research on mental and behavioral disorders. This is a link to a fact sheet that summarizes what heart disease patients need to know about depression.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance, a non-profit organization, is the nation's leading patient-directed organization focusing on the most prevalent mental illnesses – depression and bipolar disorder.  The organization fosters an understanding about the impact and management of these illnesses by providing up-to-date, scientifically based tools and information written in language the general public can understand.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration, How to Keep your Heart Healthy This article originally appeared in the November-December 2003 FDA Consumer and contains revisions made in February 2004 and May 2004.

 
 
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