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Behind the bench... with Dr. Stanley Hazen, Cleveland Clinic and Lerner Research Institute


Gary Gibbons, M.D. - April 25, 2013

Recently, a provocative series of NHLBI-funded research studies have provided some important new insights into the potential link between red meat consumption and the "clogging of the arteries" that characterizes atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. According to Dr. Stanley Hazen and his colleagues, the main culprit may be tied to our gut—specifically, gut bacteria's metabolism of L-carnitine, a substance found in red meat and energy drinks. Dr. Hazen spoke with me in a candid, in-depth conversation about his recent contributions to science and what it may mean for the health of the nation and the future research opportunities that lie ahead.
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American Heart Month 2013: Reflections on improving women's cardiovascular health


Gary H. Gibbons, M.D. - February 26, 2013

At the NHLBI, we share a passion with many of you for reducing and preventing heart disease among women. It's part of our mission to apply new knowledge toward improving public health outcomes in all communities. American Heart Month offers an opportunity to appreciate the advancements we have made together, as well as take a step back and think about how we can do even better.
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Gary H. Gibbons, M.D., is director of the NHLBI. Read full bio...

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