Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — December 16th, 2024

AAP endorses new algorithm for critical congenital heart disease screening
In a clinical report published online Dec. 16 in Pediatrics, the American Academy of Pediatrics endorses a new algorithm for use in critical congenital heart disease (CCHD) screening, which was added to the U.S. Recommended Uniform Screening Panel in 2011.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Clopidogrel edges out aspirin in heart procedure recovery
Researchers at 37 sites in South Korea have found patients taking clopidogrel after percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) experienced lower rates of both thrombotic and bleeding events than those taking aspirin. Clopidogrel's benefits remained consistent regardless of high bleeding risk (HBR) or complex PCI.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Injected microbubbles could be a safe way to deliver emergency oxygen
For years, researchers and clinicians have been trying to find a way to rapidly deliver oxygen to patients when traditional means of oxygenation are difficult or ineffective during critical moments of cardiac or respiratory arrest.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Study reveals dopamine's role in stress-induced cardiovascular responses
Under stress, animals change their behavior, such as through "fight or flight" or "freezing" response. Simultaneously, physiological responses essential for stress adaptation are triggered in the body. Cardiovascular regulation, including changes in blood pressure and heart rate, is a critical stress response.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Walking in a rhythmic wonderland with holiday songs that could help save lives
When you hear a favorite holiday tune, you might not immediately connect it with CPR.
December 16th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — December 13th, 2024

Exposure to remote wildfire smoke linked to increased medical visits for heart and lung problems
Wildfire smoke has long been known to exacerbate health problems like heart disease, lung conditions, and asthma, but now a new study finds that smoke from these fires can lead to poor health thousands of miles away.
December 13th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — December 10th, 2024

Culturally tailored patient education can improve heart health
For individuals from diverse backgrounds, managing heart disease effectively often depends on more than access to medical care—it requires culturally relevant education. Recent research reveals that adapting patient education to match cultural contexts can significantly improve health outcomes, offering hope in the fight against the world's leading cause of death: cardiovascular disease.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Endothelial cells lining veins in lungs contribute to repair of blood vessels after injury, researchers discover
Veins in the lungs, or pulmonary veins, play a critical role not only in lung functioning but also in maintaining sufficient oxygen in tissues throughout the body. When a person sustains a pulmonary injury from an illness such as influenza or COVID, repair of blood vessels and the creation of new ones is vital to meet oxygen demands; however, research in these areas remains underexplored.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

New study reveals social factors in pediatric cardiac arrest survival
The odds on whether a child survives a cardiac arrest may depend on where they live, according to a new study from the University of Missouri School of Medicine.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Opportunistic assessment of aortic calcium predicts major adverse cardiovascular events
A fully automated algorithm to quantify aortic artery calcification (AAC) on computed tomography (CT) scans performed for other clinical purposes (opportunistic CT) can predict the risk for subsequent major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America, held from Dec. 1 to 5 in Chicago.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Scientists create first-ever blood-generating heart organoid
How do human organs develop and what happens to them when they become diseased? To answer these questions, researchers are increasingly focusing on so-called organoids. These mini-organs, just a few millimeters in size, consist of groups of cells cultivated in the laboratory that can form organ-like structures.
December 10th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — December 6th, 2024

AI stroke brain scan readings found to be twice as accurate as current method
New AI software can read the brain scans of patients who have had a stroke to more accurately pinpoint when it happened and help doctors work out whether it can be successfully treated.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Drug offers cost-effective protection for newborns with genetic bleeding disorder
Severe hemophilia A is a genetic disorder that prevents blood from clotting properly, posing a constant risk of dangerous bleeding episodes. Infants with severe hemophilia A (HA) are at risk of brain bleeds, which can lead to serious long-term brain damage. Emicizumab (Hemlibra) was approved by the FDA in 2018 to prevent and reduce bleeding for patients who suffer from hemophilia A.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Indonesia reports first robotic cardiac surgery and more briefs
Also, the South Korean government will pilot an electronic system to maintain the patient medical records at shuttered health facilities.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

More plant protein, less animal protein tied to lower heart disease risk, not stroke
A higher plant-to-animal dietary protein ratio is associated with lower risks of cardiovascular disease and coronary artery disease, but not stroke
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Reduced-dose anticoagulants not noninferior for recurrent venous thromboembolism
Noninferiority of reduced- versus full-dose anticoagulants cannot be proven in patients with venous thromboembolism who need extended anticoagulation, according to a study to be presented at the annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology, held from Dec. 7 to 10 in San Diego.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Stroke survivors face much higher odds for dementia, research finds
Stroke survivors have an 80% increased risk of dementia compared to people who've never suffered a stroke, a new study finds.
December 6th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — December 1st, 2024

Your Chaotic Sleep Schedule Might Be Hurting Your Heart
New research suggests that sleeping and waking up at the same time each night is important to maintaining your cardiovascular health.
December 1st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 29th, 2024

Gene-screening method identifies cause of heart cell damage from chemotherapy
Using a gene-screening method they created, Stanford Medicine researchers may have discovered why an effective chemotherapy damages heart cells—and they have identified a drug that could keep the heart cells beating.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

RNA enzyme found key to heart cell energy shift after birth
Study reveals how an RNA enzyme drives the postnatal switch from glucose to fatty acids in heart cells, highlighting ketogenesis as essential for metabolism.
November 29th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 27th, 2024

Congenital heart defects caused by problems with the placenta
Congenital heart defects are the most common form of human birth defect, but we still don't fully understand what causes them. Previous research had suggested that some heart defects could be triggered by problems with the placenta, the organ that provides oxygen and nutrients to the developing embryo.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

Exploring sleep's role in blood pressure regulation across genders
You may have heard sleep described as something of a magic pill for the body. With the right amount, timing, and quality, it can work wonders - strengthen the immune system, improve blood sugar, even decrease the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Sleep differences have been reported for some time in men and women, but it is not well known whether the characteristics of sleep serve different functions in one gender over the other, especially as it relates to the heart. New research seeks answers.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

Irregular sleep-wake cycle linked to heightened risk of major cardiovascular events
An irregular sleep-wake cycle is associated with a heightened risk of major cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke, even for those who clock up the recommended nightly hours of shut-eye, finds research published online in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health.
November 27th, 2024 — Source

World's most common heart valve disease linked to insulin resistance
A large population study of men over 45 indicates insulin resistance may be an important risk factor for the development of the world's most common heart valve disease—aortic stenosis (AS).
November 27th, 2024 — Source or Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 25th, 2024

A stroke changed a teacher's life: How a new electrical device is helping her move
As her students finished their online exam, Arlet Lara got up to make a cafe con leche.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Abnormal resting heart rate over long term may predict future heart failure or death
Adults whose resting heart rate follows an atypical pattern as they age may face a greater risk of developing heart failure or dying from any cause than people whose heart rates follow a normal trajectory, new research suggests.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Solange Knowles revealed she suffers with Pots—a condition she called 'debilitating, confusing and lonely'
Singer and actress Solange Knowles recently revealed in an Instagram comment that she was diagnosed in 2018 with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (Pots).
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Stroke guidelines updated, with focus on women and GLP-1s
Women, especially those who had high blood pressure during pregnancy or entered menopause before age 45, are among those with a greater risk for stroke.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Study exposes Australia's $1.2B bill to treat high blood pressure
Treating Australia's high blood pressure problem comes at a high annual cost of more than AUD1.2 billion, with patients covering 40% of the bill in out-of-pocket charges, and the taxpayer footing the remaining 60% through government subsidies and industry contracts, says a new analysis by The George Institute for Global Health published Nov. 24 in the Medical Journal of Australia.
November 25th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 21st, 2024

Deep dive: A tour of all-digital Oklahoma Heart Hospital, where automation is the norm
Improving the care experience through technology is at the core of the cardiovascular center's values, says its CIO – who describes how the two-hospital system uses patient feedback to focus on optimal care delivery, and has the accolades to prove it.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Discovery explains kidney damage caused by blood pressure drugs
Scientists have discovered how long-term treatment of high blood pressure with commonly prescribed drugs can destroy the kidney's ability to filter and purify blood. The finding could open the door to better ways to manage high blood pressure and other vascular diseases.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Expert discusses surviving a stroke
In the not-so-distant past, doctors treated strokes in an after-the-fact way. A stroke did its damage, and then—if the patient survived—a rehabilitation team stepped in to address the stroke's effects.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Experts recommend cascade screening over universal lipid screening for familial hypercholesterolemia
The German Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG) was commissioned by the Federal Joint Committee (G-BA) to assess the benefit of universal blood lipid screening for the early detection of familial hypercholesterolemia in children and adolescents. Based on the available studies, no benefit can be derived from universal screening of all children and adolescents.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

New genetic explanation for heart condition revealed
A potentially life-changing heart condition, dilated cardiomyopathy, can be caused by the cumulative influence of hundreds or thousands of genes and not just by a single "aberrant" genetic variant, as was previously thought, finds a new study led by researchers at UCL (University College London), Imperial College London and the MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

New hope for diabetic heart disease treatment
Drug discovery researchers have found that a natural fat molecule called 'lipoxin A4' (LXA4) could significantly reduce inflammation and improve function for diabetic hearts.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

The human heart may have a hidden ability to repair itself
After severe heart failure, the ability of the heart to heal by forming new cells is very low. However, after receiving treatment with a supportive heart pump, the capacity of a damaged heart to repair itself with new muscle cells becomes significantly higher, even higher than in a healthy heart.
November 21st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 18th, 2024

A common heart failure medication may help prevent heart damage related to chemotherapy
A commonly prescribed medication for heart failure was linked to a lower risk of heart damage, or cardiotoxicity, among high-risk cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment using anthracyclines, according to preliminary late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Ablation may be better than medication for those with dangerous heartbeat after heart attack
Ablation, a procedure to treat abnormal electrical short circuits caused by a heart attack and is usually reserved for patients who do not improve with medication, may be a better first-line treatment for heart attack survivors experiencing dangerous rapid heartbeat episodes, according to late-breaking science presented Nov. 16 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

AI program enhances echocardiogram interpretation and reduces wait times
Using an artificial intelligence program to read echocardiograms may reduce the wait time for results and help lead to more timely medical care, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024. The meeting, Nov. 16-18, 2024, in Chicago, is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research and evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Benefits of sport and recreation physical activities outweigh risks, even for individuals with heart disease
While exercise is generally beneficial for a person's overall health, physical activities may increase the risk of adverse cardiovascular disease events in certain susceptible individuals. However, cardiologists say that the benefits outweigh the risks. Findings from new data reviews in studies appearing in CJC Open and the Canadian Journal of Cardiology detail the risks associated with various types of sport and leisure activities.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Blood thinners fail to reduce cognitive decline in adults 65 and younger with AFib, research finds
Prescribing anti-clotting medications to adults younger than age 65 who have atrial fibrillation (AFib) but no other risk factors for stroke did not reduce the risk of cognitive decline, stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA), according to late-breaking science presented Nov. 16 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Coronary function testing improves diagnosis of heart disease in women, study finds
A Yale School of Medicine team finds that women who underwent a common procedure called coronary angiography (CA) were more likely to receive an accurate diagnosis with the use of coronary function testing (CFT), in a recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Edoxaban proves effective in preventing blood clots, stroke after heart valve surgery
Edoxaban, an oral anticoagulant, was equally or more effective than warfarin in reducing the risk of stroke and blood clots for patients after heart valve replacement surgery, according to preliminary late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024. The meeting, Nov. 16-18, 2024, in Chicago, is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research and evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Electronic nudges boost flu vaccination rates among heart attack survivors
An electronic letter, or nudge, highlighting the cardiovascular benefits of influenza vaccines improved vaccination rates among more than 2 million adults—with a greater impact on those who have had a heart attack—across three clinical trials spanning the most-recent, two consecutive influenza seasons in Denmark. This was the finding of late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Giving pharmacists feedback improved care for veterans with heart failure
Pharmacists who received active feedback about their heart failure patients increased the frequency of their patient interactions and prescribed more heart failure medication adjustments, according to late-breaking science presented Nov. 16 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Hypertension drug may reduce heart failure risk in people recovering from heart attack
New research found that the medication spironolactone, often prescribed for hypertension (high blood pressure), may reduce the risk of heart failure in people recovering from a heart attack. However, it did not significantly reduce the number of deaths or other severe heart-related events, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024. The meeting, Nov. 16-18, 2024, in Chicago, is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research and evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Intravenous infusion of exenatide fails to reduce risks of complications in heart surgery patients
A large-scale clinical trial found that intravenous infusion of exenatide, a glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) analog medication, during heart surgeries involving bypass did not significantly reduce the risk of death, stroke or organ failure. Researchers presented this preliminary late-breaking science trial today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024. The meeting, Nov. 16-18, 2024, in Chicago, is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research and evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

More adults in rural America are dying from cardiovascular diseases
More people living in rural areas of the United States are dying from heart attacks, strokes and other cardiovascular diseases—a trend that emerged after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and appears to be driven by deaths among people under 65, a new study found.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Nasal spray version of common diuretic has potential to help treat heart failure
A new nasal spray form of the medication bumetanide may reduce the tissue swelling caused by heart failure as effectively as the standard oral and intravenous formulations of the medication, according to late-breaking science presented Nov. 18 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

New risk score identifies heart disease risk in kidney transplant patients
Using an innovative risk score assessment score, heart researchers at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City say they can accurately predict whether patients being assessed for kidney transplant will likely have a future major cardiac event, like a heart attack or stroke, according to a new study.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

New study finds air pollution increases inflammation primarily in patients with heart disease
A new study by heart researchers at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City finds that patients with heart disease, specifically those with heart failure, are especially vulnerable to the impacts of air pollution and poor air quality and can take steps to protect themselves.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Novel oral medication muvalaplin lowers Lp(a) in a small international trial
A clinical trial testing muvalaplin, a novel oral medication, was able to safely and effectively lower high levels of lipoprotein (a), according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Patients taking edoxoban after heart valve surgery found to have lower risk of stroke, blood clots
Edoxaban, an oral anticoagulant, was equally or more effective than warfarin in reducing the risk of stroke and blood clots for patients after heart valve replacement surgery, according to preliminary late-breaking science presented Nov. 17 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Prognostic value of coronary calcium scores effective in predicting risk of heart attack and overall mortality
Coronary artery calcium (CAC) scores have become a non-invasive way for physicians to easily determine how much plaque has built up inside a patient's coronary arteries, but the question has been how accurate the score is in identifying women, as well as men, who are at high risk for a heart attack or death.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Reconditioned pacemakers prove safe and effective in global trial
A randomized trial that compared previously used and new pacemakers in patients found the reconditioned devices were as safe and effective as new pacemakers, potentially offering affordable options for patients in low-and middle-income countries. This was the finding of late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Risk of internal bleeding doubles when people on anticoagulants take NSAID painkiller, study finds
People who take an anticoagulant medicine double their risk of an internal bleed if they take a type of painkiller called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen, diclofenac or naproxen, according to research published in the European Heart Journal.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Risk score calculates which kidney transplant candidates are also at risk for heart attack or stroke, study finds
Using an innovative risk score assessment score, heart researchers at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City say they can accurately predict whether patients being assessed for kidney transplant will likely have a future major cardiac event, like a heart attack or stroke, according to a new study.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Rising outdoor temperatures tied to higher risk for atrial fibrillation
There is a dose-response relationship between rising outdoor temperatures and increased atrial fibrillation (AF) events, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2024, held from Nov. 16 to 18 in Chicago.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Spironolactone, a blood pressure medication, may help reduce risk of new heart failure
New research found that the medication spironolactone, often prescribed for hypertension (high blood pressure), may reduce the risk of heart failure in people recovering from a heart attack. However, it did not significantly reduce the number of deaths or other severe heart-related events, according to late-breaking science presented Nov. 17 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Study finds bone injections don't improve survival over IV in cardiac arrest treatment
Administrating life-saving drugs for cardiac arrest directly into the bone does not improve survival rates compared to the standard intravenous (IV) method, according to new research from The University of Warwick in partnership with NHS Ambulance Services.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Study highlights need for non-motor care in stroke recovery
Care for stroke survivors urgently needs to focus on non-motor skill outcomes such as fatigue, anxiety and reduced social participation to improve survivors' quality of life and minimize care needs, according to a new study by researchers at UCL and UCLH.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

The inconsistencies of genetic markers for predicting heart disease
Polygenic risk scores (PRSs) are a cutting-edge tool in genetics, combining information from genetic markers across the genome to estimate a person's risk of developing certain diseases, such as coronary artery disease (CAD). By analyzing a person's DNA, PRSs offer insights into an individual's genetic predisposition for conditions like heart disease, potentially informing a more personalized approach to health care.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Tirzepatide lowered risk of worsening heart failure and CVD death for obese adults
In the international SUMMIT trial, adults with heart failure preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and obesity taking tirzepatide for up to 3 years had a reduced combined risk of worsening heart failure events and cardiovascular death, and improved health status and physical function in comparison to participants taking placebo, according to late-breaking science presented Nov. 16 at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.
November 18th, 2024 — Source

Two-medication combo pill lowered blood pressure among adults in India
High blood pressure is a significant global health burden, affecting 300 million people in India and nearly half of all U.S. adults. Current international hypertension guidelines suggest combining various blood pressure-lowering medications; however, existing research has not determined which combinations offer the best outcomes in South Asian people.
November 18th, 2024 — Source or Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 17th, 2024

Is it heartburn or a heart condition? an expert explains
You've loaded up on goodies while at a family gathering, and you suddenly feel chest pains. Is it heartburn or something worse?
November 17th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 16th, 2024

Study shows association between climate change and eye maladies
Clinical visits by patients suffering ocular surface eye conditions more than doubled during times when ambient particulate matter from air pollution was in the atmosphere, signaling a possible association between climate change and ocular health, according to a new study from the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
November 16th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 15th, 2024

Hormone receptor structure reveals how it functions in heart disease
Weill Cornell Medicine researchers have determined the full-length structure of a blood pressure-regulating hormone receptor for the first time, uncovering how it functions, which may enable better drug targeting of the receptor for diseases such as hypertension and heart failure.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Editorial warns of heart disease risks associated with yo-yo dieting
A new editorial published in Nature suggests that frequent fluctuations in diet, commonly known as "yo-yo dieting," can significantly increase the risk of cardiovascular disease.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Emerging links between intimate partner violence and women's cardiovascular disease risk
Intimate partner violence (IPV) is a global gendered epidemic that inordinately impacts females. Worldwide, 25%--50% of women report abuse in a personal relationship and two out of three victims of IPV are female.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Pandemic associated with increase in babies born with heart defects
The proportion of babies born with a congenital heart abnormality increased by 16% after the first year of the pandemic, according to research at City St George's, University of London and published today in Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Rural-urban disparities persist in cardiovascular mortality
Between 2010 and 2022, cardiovascular mortality increased in rural areas and decreased in urban areas, according to a study scheduled for presentation at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions 2024, held from Nov. 16 to 18 in Chicago.
November 15th, 2024 — Source

Sitting too long can harm heart health, even for active people
More than roughly 10-and-a-half hours of sedentary behavior per day was significantly linked with future heart failure (HF) and cardiovascular (CV) death, even among people meeting recommended levels of exercise.
November 15th, 2024 — Source or Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 12th, 2024

Blood vessel-like coating could make medical devices safer for patients
University of B.C. researchers have developed a coating that could make medical devices safer for millions of patients, reducing the risks associated with blood clots and dangerous bleeding.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Extra hour of weekly exercise reduces risk of atrial fibrillation
Adding an extra hour every week of physical activity may lower the chance of developing the most common type of irregular heartbeat (arrythmia) by 11 percent, a new study shows.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Machine learning assists in predicting risk of stroke
Some patients with advanced heart failure can benefit from the support of a continuous-flow left ventricular assist device (CF-LVAD) to sustain heart function. However, despite improvements in managing complications associated with the use of CF-LVADs, stroke continues to be a major adverse event after the implantation of the device.
November 12th, 2024 — Source or Source

New calculator predicts epilepsy risk after venous stroke
A practical calculator that predicts the risk of epilepsy after venous stroke is presented in a study from the University of Gothenburg and others. The aim is to improve care for those affected, which are predominantly young adults.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

New study suggests standing desks may not be the fix for heart health
A study with more than 80,000 participants suggests that standing for hours without interruption can be bad.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Research suggests vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older people with obesity
Vitamin D supplements may lower blood pressure in older people with obesity and taking more than the Institutes of Medicine's (IOM) recommended daily dose does not provide additional health benefits, according to research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society titled "Blood Pressure Decreases in Overweight Elderly Individuals on Vitamin D: A Randomized Trial."
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Updated recommendations stress importance of CPR for drowning victims
Updated guidance reaffirms the recommendation for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and highlights the importance of compressions with rescue breaths as a first step in responding to cardiac arrest following drowning, according to a new, focused update to Special Circumstances Guidelines from the American Heart Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics. The organizations have previously partnered on neonatal guidelines, however, this is the first collaboration on resuscitation after drowning.
November 12th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 8th, 2024

An emotional connection: Study finds heart rate variability syncs between dogs and owners
Emotional connection enhances interaction in human relationships. Emotional synchronization in the interaction between a child and a parent is essential for affective attachment. The relationship between a dog and its owner is also based on attachment, but little is known about its physiological mechanisms.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Researchers analyze present, future of emergency consent in stroke trials
The University of Cincinnati's Yasmin Aziz, MD, and Joseph Broderick, MD, coauthored an editorial published on Nov. 7 in the journal Neurology analyzing the current use and potential future of alternatives to traditional informed consent in acute stroke trials.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Swapping milk for yogurt could help women avoid heart problems
Drinking non-fermented milk may increase the risk of heart disease in women, according to research published in BMC Medicine. The study, which investigated the association between milk intake and the risk of ischemic heart disease (IHD) and acute myocardial infarction (MI), suggests that replacing non-fermented milk with fermented milk could potentially lower women's risks of these conditions.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Trial finds exercise during cancer treatment reduces cardiovascular risk
A new randomized controlled trial out of the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute has found that combining structured exercise training with reductions in sitting time protects against heart damage and declines in cardiovascular fitness in adults receiving stem cell transplantation for blood cancers.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Work-related stress linked to poor cardiovascular health
New research highlights the impact of workplace stress on heart health and underscores the need for wellness interventions.
November 8th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 7th, 2024

3D robot navigation could enable multi-site medical procedures
Multiple disease sites are common in clinical practice. In the brain, for instance, blocked blood vessels can cause strokes, in which the lack of oxygen rapidly damages brain cells. If multiple vessels are blocked, critical areas of the brain may be deprived of blood, leading to severe neurological damage or even death if left untreated. This underscores the urgent need for advanced technologies to treat multi-site conditions.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

An extra five minutes of exercise per day could help to lower blood pressure
Adding small amounts of exercise into daily routine, such as climbing stairs or cycling errands, could help to reduce blood pressure, with just five additional minutes a day estimated to yield improvements, finds a new study from researchers at UCL and the University of Sydney.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

HDL cholesterol: How to boost your 'good' cholesterol
Your cholesterol levels are an important measure of heart health. For HDL cholesterol, the "good" cholesterol, higher levels are better.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

New hourglass-shaped stent offers relief for microvascular chest pain
A study at Mayo Clinic suggests that an hourglass-shaped stent could improve blood flow and ease severe and reoccurring chest pain in people with microvascular disease. Of 30 participants in a phase 2 clinical trial, 76% saw improvement in their day-to-day life. For example, some participants who reported not being able to walk around the block or up a flight of stairs without chest pain were able to do these ordinary physical activities at the end of a 120-day period.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Research shows how trained immunity links to cardiovascular disease
When thinking about the immune system, most people think about B and T cells and how they can be trained to recognize pathogens, preventing re-infections. Besides this "adaptive" immune system, we also have an "innate" immune system which acts as first line defense against e.g. bacteria and viruses.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Stem cells reveal how exposure to danger signals primes immune response in cardiovascular disease
When thinking about the immune system, most people think about B and T cells and how they can be trained to recognize pathogens, preventing re-infections. Besides this adaptive immune system, we also have an innate immune system which acts as first line defense against e.g. bacteria and viruses.
November 7th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 5th, 2024

Advanced heart model can provide patient-specific simulations
A team led by researchers at UNC-Chapel Hill have developed an innovative computer model of blood flow in the human heart that promises to transform how we understand, diagnose, and treat heart conditions. This new model, grounded in realistic mathematical descriptions of the heart's anatomy and physiology, successfully captures normal heart function and can predict how the heart responds to different levels of blood flow.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Advanced ECG Model Uses AI to Pinpoint Heart Disease Risk
A recent research study reveals that AIRE, a new AI-powered model designed to interpret electrocardiograms (ECGs), can precisely detect a person's risk of heart disease.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Cardiologist offers tips for better sleep
No matter if you need five hours of sleep or eight, the key is getting good, refreshing rest. According to Dr. Virend Somers, a cardiologist who specializes in sleep disorders, how much sleep a person needs varies from person to person. However, there are some simple tips that everyone can use to get better sleep.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Herba Siegesbeckiae subfraction HS-C protects against myocardial I/R injury
Announcing a new publication for Acta Materia Medica journal. Herba Siegesbeckiae (HS) has been traditionally used for managing cardio- and cerebro-vascular diseases. Previous studies have demonstrated that HS ameliorates myocardial ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury. Also, the differentially expressed proteins between HS and I/R groups were shown to be displayed as UCHL5 and were mainly enriched in the NLRP3 inflammasome pathway. However, further elucidation is required concerning the effective subfractions, constituents, and HS influence on the UCHL5/NLRP3 pathway.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Higher heart rate may help spur atrial fibrillation in Black patients
An elevated heart rate could provide an important clue to which Black adults often have a dangerous heart rhythm disorder, a new study finds. Higher resting heart rate is associated with increased risk of atrial fibrillation, researchers found.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

New findings on heart failure: Dysferlin protein protects and shapes the membrane of heart muscle cells
Researchers from the Heart Center of the University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) led by Priv.-Doz. Dr. Sören Brandenburg have identified a protein that plays a central role in the heart's adaptation to increased stress. The results of the study were published in Circulation Research.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Research unveils method for defibrillation using less energy
In a paper published this week in Chaos, by AIP Publishing, researchers from Sergio Arboleda University in Bogotá, Colombia, and the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta used an electrophysiological computer model of the heart's electrical circuits to examine the effect of the applied voltage field in multiple fibrillation-defibrillation scenarios. They discovered far less energy is needed than is currently used in state-of-the-art defibrillation techniques.
November 5th, 2024 — Source or Source

Study investigates how higher BMI lowers disability after stroke
Slightly overweight stroke survivors have a lower risk of sustaining disabilities. The Kobe University finding adds another aspect to the obesity paradox but also highlights the importance of considering the population's normal when recommending best practices.
November 5th, 2024 — Source or Source

The chaotic beginnings of the tool that made heart surgery possible
Over the past century, heart operations that once were unthinkable have become commonplace. Thousands of times a day, surgeons graft arteries, fix structural defects or transplant entire hearts.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement aids tricuspid regurgitation
For patients with symptomatic and severe or greater tricuspid regurgitation (TR), transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement (TTVR) plus optimal medical therapy (OMT) yields substantial improvement in symptoms, function, and quality of life, according to a study https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/S0735109724099546published online Oct. 30 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The research was published to coincide with the annual Transcatheter Cardiovascular Therapeutics conference, held from Oct. 27 to 30 in Washington, D.C.
November 5th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 3rd, 2024

New stent sensor developed to detect blockages early
Stents to treat various blockages in the human body can themselves become blocked, but a new sensor developed at the University of Michigan for stents that are used in the bile duct may one day help doctors detect and treat stent blockages early, helping keep patients healthier.
November 3rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 2nd, 2024

Can a mammogram identify heart disease risk?
When people check in for their annual mammogram these days, some may face a surprising question: In addition to reviewing the mammogram for breast cancer, would the patient like the radiologist to examine the images for heart disease risk?
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

Expert explains cardiac amyloidosis
Cardiac amyloidosis is a rare condition defined by the abnormal production of proteins that bind together to form amyloid proteins. These amyloids can gather in different organs throughout the body, including the heart, liver and kidneys. When amyloids form in the heart, the condition is referred to as cardiac amyloidosis.
November 2nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — November 1st, 2024

Digital twins could provide more tailored health care in the future
Imagine you have a virtual copy of your own body. This digital twin, an accurate computer model, can help doctors better understand your health, personalize treatments, and intervene earlier to prevent more significant problems. What sounds like science fiction now is becoming more and more of a reality, and in the (distant) future, it could revolutionize health care.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Warmer homes for healthier hearts and brains: Insulated housing reduces cardiovascular risk in japan
During winter, cold indoor temperatures can increase blood pressure, leading to hypertension and an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). While insulation and heating can keep homes warm, they may be expensive to install and maintain. However, these costs may be offset by health benefits, such as lower medical bills and longer, healthier lives from insulating homes. Identifying the most cost-effective insulation strategy can help keep homes warm, prevent diseases, and save lives.
November 1st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 30th, 2024

Heart signals brain to boost sleep for healing after heart attack, study finds
A heart attack can trigger a desire to get more sleep, allowing the heart to heal and reduce inflammation—and this happens because the heart sends special signals to the brain, according to a new Mount Sinai study.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Sex-specific heart attack risk factors linked to circulating proteins
Uppsala University and Karolinska Institutet researchers have identified 45 proteins in the blood that are associated with the risk of myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Small but important differences seen between rosuvastatin, atorvastatin
There are small but important differences in risk for some clinical outcomes associated with rosuvastatin and atorvastatin, according to a study published online Oct. 29 in Annals of Internal Medicine.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Precision robotics offers hope for heart disease treatment in young adults
An advanced robotic system at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is changing the way physicians and scientists approach treatments for heart disease.
October 30th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 25th, 2024

Can social expectations of masculinity be bad for cardiovascular health?
Cardiovascular disease remains a top cause of sickness and death in the U.S. and worldwide. Doctors and researchers have it especially high on their radar because it's more modifiable and preventable than many other diseases and causes of death.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Heart disease in women: Understand symptoms and risk factors
Know the symptoms and risks unique to women, and learn how a heart-healthy diet and exercise can help protect you.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Low-level arsenic exposure in water linked to increased heart disease risk
Participants exposed to arsenic levels at or above the EPA limit had a 42% higher risk of ischemic heart disease, while even moderate exposure increased risk by 20%.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Researchers uncover novel role of protein GPNMB in heart repair
UCLA scientists have identified the protein GPNMB as a critical regulator in the heart's healing process after a heart attack.
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Smart ultrasound pulse train accurately visualizes fast blood flow
Charlotte Nawijn, Ph.D. candidate at the University of Twente, has developed a new technique to improve ultrasound images of blood flow. Using a smart ultrasound pulse train, she reduced noise in contrast ultrasound images. Nawijn obtained her Ph.D. on this subject on 24 October with the defense of her dissertation "Bubbles and Waves for Ultrasound Imaging and Therapy."
October 25th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 22nd, 2024

AI model identifies high-risk heart failure phenotype in diabetes

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have developed a machine learning model that can identify patients with diabetic cardiomyopathy, a heart condition characterized by abnormal changes in the heart's structure and function that predisposes them to an increased risk of heart failure.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Altered breathing in those without a sense of smell could explain health issues

Research reveals that individuals with anosmia exhibit altered breathing patterns, potentially explaining the link between smell loss and related health conditions.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Early rheumatoid arthritis tied to hypertension

Patients with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA) have a high incidence of prevalent and incident hypertension, according to a study published online in the August issue of Rheumatology: Advances in Practice.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Hearing and vision loss may increase risk of heart disease and stroke

Middle-aged and older adults with trouble seeing, hearing or both may face a higher risk of having a stroke or heart attack than those with good eyesight and hearing, according to a new study in China.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Research argues that heart health guidelines on saturated fat are outdated

Warnings against saturated fat on heart health need to be revisited as flaws were revealed in the seminal 1950s studies on which these warnings were based, according to new research coming out of the Ateneo de Manila University.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

RPM, enabled with AI, can improve congestive heart failure care

A nurse remote patient monitoring expert explains why she's seeing more providers looking for new tools to help manage CHF -- and how advancements in virtual care are allowing more patients to be cared for at home.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Women are at a higher risk of dying from heart disease as doctors ignore gender differences

A simple difference in the genetic code—two X chromosomes versus one X chromosome and one Y chromosome—can lead to major differences in heart disease. It turns out that these genetic differences influence more than just sex organs and sex assigned at birth—they fundamentally alter the way cardiovascular disease develops and presents.
October 23rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 18th, 2024

Researchers Develop Eye Scanner That Spots Signs of Diabetes, Heart Disease, Alzheimer's
One eye scanner to detect them all.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

Trial analysis shows vitamin D supplementation doesn't cut cardiac risk
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the primary cause of death among adults over age 65 years. Seniors are also likely to have low blood levels of Vitamin D, which has been linked to cardiovascular disease. Despite this, many observational trials have not demonstrated that Vitamin D supplementation reduces cardiovascular disease risk.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

Understanding cardiovascular risks in endometriosis patients
A recent study reveals that women with endometriosis have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease due to increased arterial stiffness, endothelial dysfunction, and accumulation of advanced glycation end-products, highlighting the need for early detection and comprehensive treatment approaches.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

Varying dialysate calcium dosage not tied to differences in all-cause, cardiovascular mortality
There are no significant differences in all-cause or cardiovascular mortality with the prescription of dialysate calcium 1.50 versus 1.25 mmol/L for patients undergoing hemodialysis, according to a study published online Oct. 4 in the Clinical Kidney Journal.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

What Is 'HRV Status' On Your Garmin Device & What's Considered A Good Score?
Whether you're a fitness buff, an athlete serious about your sport, or are someone hoping to better monitor your health and wellness, regularly wearing a smartwatch comes highly recommended. You can track numerous daily metrics that have to do with the human body, such as the number of steps you've taken, the number of hours you've slept deeply, and how many calories you've burned per logged exercise, among many other things.
October 18th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 16th, 2024

Menopause transition linked to increased heart disease risk
The risk of heart disease increases with age for most people, however, for women that may be even more true. The menopause transition, those years leading up to and through menopause, is a time of increasing heart disease risk, according to an American Heart Association scientific statement published in the flagship journal Circulation in 2020.
October 16th, 2024 — Source or Source

Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander adults have high CVD mortality, research reveals
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) adults have a high rate of cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality, according to a study published online Oct. 15 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

New blood test rapidly diagnoses heart attacksWith heart attacks, every second counts. A new blood test diagnoses them in minutes rather than hours and could be adapted as a tool for first responders and people at home.

October 16th, 2024 — Source

New laser light diagnostic tool quickly detects earliest sign of heart attack
With heart attacks, every second counts. A new blood test diagnoses them in minutes rather than hours and could be adapted as a tool for first responders and people at home.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Standing more may not improve cardiovascular health
Standing has gained popularity among people looking to offset the harms of a sedentary lifestyle often caused by spending long days sitting in front of the computer, television or driving wheel. Standing desks have become a popular option among office workers, and in other industries like retail, workers may opt to stand instead of sit.
October 16th, 2024 — Source or Source

Study finds women more likely than men to die after heart surgery complications
Despite having no greater chance of developing problems after high risk cardiovascular surgery, women are more likely than men to die from postoperative complications, a University of Michigan-led study suggests.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Study finds young adults at risk for large vessel occlusion strokes
New research published in the Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases confirms that strokes thought to happen in older adults are possible in the younger (defined as 18–50 years old) population. Large Vessel Occlusion Acute ischemic Strokes (LVO-AIS) are considered to be the most debilitating strokes which occur due to blockage of large cerebral arteries usually from blood clots or plaque build up.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Study reveals insights into life quality for adults with heart disease
For the first time, adults living with congenital heart disease (CHD) now have valuable insights into their long-term quality of life through data from the Congenital Heart Initiative (CHI). CHI is the nation's first and largest patient-focused registry for adults with CHD and released its first study involving over 4,500 participants from all 50 states.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Young adults face rising risk of large vessel occlusion strokes
New research published in the Journal of Stroke and Cerebrovascular Diseases confirms that strokes thought to happen in older adults are possible in the younger (defined as 18-50 years old) population. Large Vessel Occlusion Acute ischemic Strokes (LVO-AIS) are considered to be the most debilitating strokes which occur due to blockage of large cerebral arteries usually from blood clots or plaque build up.
October 16th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 11th, 2024

Aktiia trained AI on 11 billion data points of blood pressure, and now a clinically certified app is comingAs well as being a major cause of premature death worldwide, hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a major risk factor for stroke, coronary artery disease, and heart failure, and is a contributing factor to dementia. It also affects an estimated 1.3 billion people; up to 95% of cases are due to lifestyle factors (although genetics is also a factor). Only around 20% of individuals with high blood pressure have it under control, and there's a simple reason why. The devices to measure hypertension, those inflatable "cuffs," are expensive, bulky, and unwieldy.

October 11th, 2024 — Source

Experts consensus statement on managing patients with ST-elevated myocardial infarction published
The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) is pleased to announce the publication of the Expert Consensus Statement on the Management of Patients with STEMI Referred for Primary PCI.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Extracorporeal blood purification can cut cardiac surgery-associated AKI
For patients undergoing nonemergent cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), use of an extracorporeal blood purification (EBP) device is associated with a lower rate of cardiac surgery-associated acute kidney injury (CSA-AKI), according to a study published online Oct. 9 in the Journal of the American Medical Association to coincide with the annual congress of the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine, held from Oct. 5 to 9 in Barcelona, Spain.
October 11th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 10th, 2024

Early aldosterone levels linked to heart risk in youth
Unprecedented access to a unique group of Australians is allowing researchers to study links between raised aldosterone levels and elevated cardiovascular risk in various age groups—with important findings for heart health. This research is shedding new light on aldosterone heart risk, a critical factor in cardiovascular health.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Heart failure, atrial fibrillation and coronary heart disease linked to cognitive impairment
Three common cardiovascular diseases in adults—heart failure, atrial fibrillation and coronary heart disease—are linked to cognitive impairment and increased risk of dementia, according to "Cardiac Contributions to Brain Health," a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association published today in the journal, Stroke.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Lactic acid helps blood vessels relax, could improve muscle and heart health
A new study in rats shows that lactate, a substance found in the muscles, initiates a cascade of actions in the muscles that helps blood vessels relax. The surprising results are published ahead of print in the journal Function.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Mavacamten linked to cardiac biomarker improvements in HFpEF patients
Mavacamten, a drug initially developed to treat hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, has shown signs of reducing heart stress in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction.
October 10th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 8th, 2024

New strategy for cardiac MRI could aid in complex tachycardia treatment
A multicenter study has described and validated a new strategy for guiding ablation procedures in patients with complex tachycardias. Ablation procedures use energy—usually heat or cold—to eliminate small areas of heart tissue that cause pathological cardiac arrhythmias, thereby restoring normal heart rhythm. This type of procedure is frequently used to treat ventricular tachycardias originating in areas affected by scarring after a myocardial infarction.
October 8th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 7th, 2024

Commonly used arm positions can substantially overestimate blood pressure readings, study finds
A study led by Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers concludes that commonly used ways of positioning the patient's arm during blood pressure (BP) screenings can substantially overestimate test results and may lead to a misdiagnosis of hypertension.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Racially balanced workplaces may protect employees against cardiovascular disease
In the first study of its kind, researchers from UC Berkeley School of Public Health found that Black workers in Michigan automobile manufacturing plants with a greater number of Black colleagues had better cardiovascular health than Black auto workers who worked in overwhelmingly white plants.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Researchers link electronic cigarettes and vaping to increased cardiovascular risk
Electronic cigarette or e-cigarette "vaping" has gained popularity, both among smokers as a purported aid to quit smoking tobacco-related products all together, but also especially among adolescents and teenagers. Vaping is considered "safer" than smoking, but growing evidence points to its significant role in cardiovascular problems.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Study reveals key mechanism driving atherosclerosis in Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome
A team of researchers has made a significant breakthrough in understanding the underlying causes of cardiovascular disease in patients with Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome (HGPS), an ultra-rare genetic disorder that accelerates the aging process. The most serious consequence of HGPS is the early onset of cardiovascular disease, leading to premature death at an average age of 14.5 years.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Why heart patients have trouble sticking to a healthy diet, and three things that help them eat better
Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death worldwide, and managing it effectively requires more than just medical intervention: what you eat plays a crucial role in your heart's health.
October 7th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — October 6th, 2024

Best Blood Pressure Monitors for 2024
Keeping tabs on your blood pressure is a good way to monitor your overall health.
October 6th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 28th, 2024

Distant relatedness in biobanks harnessed to identify undiagnosed genetic disease
An innovative analysis of shared segments within the genome—an indication of distant "relatedness"—has identified undiagnosed cases of Long QT syndrome, a rare disorder that can lead to abnormal heart rhythms, fainting and sudden cardiac death.
September 28th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 25th, 2024

Heme oxygenase 1 and ferroptosis in Kupffer cells linked to heat stroke injury
This new article publication from Acta Pharmaceutica Sinica B, discusses how heme oxygenase 1-mediated ferroptosis in Kupffer cells initiates liver injury during heat stroke.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

High body roundness index linked to increased cardiovascular disease risk
Having a high body roundness index (BRI) over a 6-year period was associated with an increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease for adults older than age 45, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed Journal of the American Heart Association.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

International research initiative aims to improve cardiovascular care for women
The American Heart Association, celebrating 100 years of lifesaving service as the world's leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, is joining with other top cardiovascular research funders around the world to support an international scientific research grant focused on women's cardiovascular health.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Soil and water pollution: An invisible threat to cardiovascular health
Pesticides, heavy metals, micro- and nanoplastics in the soil and environmentally harmful chemicals can have a detrimental effect on the cardiovascular system, according to a review paper published today in Nature Reviews Cardiology.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Team introduces a noninvasive method to monitor postprandial cardiovascular health
The dynamics of blood nutrient and lipid levels after consuming a high-fat meal are crucial indicators of both current and future cardiovascular health. Traditionally, measuring these circulating substances has involved invasive blood draws, which are not feasible for regular health tracking.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Women with severe native valvular heart disease less likely to be treated in accordance with guidelines than men
In Europe, incidences of severe native valvular heart disease (VHD) and their treatment vary between men and women. This is the key finding of a comprehensive study conducted at more than 200 centers across Europe.
September 25th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 23rd, 2024

20-week ultrasound found to be a key driver of disparities in prenatal diagnosis of congenital heart defects
Patients insured by Medicaid are less likely to get prenatal diagnosis of heart defects than those with private insurance, and this disparity can be partly attributed to lower rates of 20-week ultrasound in pregnant people with public insurance, according to a study led by Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago in collaboration with Advocate Christ Children's Hospital.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

Do cancer and cancer-related treatments increase cardiovascular disease risk in older cancer survivors?
A study based on clinical trial data found higher risks of stroke, heart attack, and hospital admission for heart failure in older cancer survivors. In the analysis published in the journal Cancer, chemotherapy was also linked to elevated rates of these conditions.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

New approach to defibrillation may improve cardiac arrest outcomes
A new observational study suggests the position in which responders initially place the two defibrillator pads on the body may make a significant difference in returning spontaneous blood circulation after shock from a defibrillator.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

New defibrillation strategy could enhance survival rates in cardiac arrest
Joshua Lupton, M.D., has no memory of his own cardiac arrest in 2016. He only knows that first responders resuscitated his heart with a shock from a defibrillator, ultimately leading to his complete recovery and putting him among fewer than one in 10 people nationwide who survive cardiac arrest outside of a hospital.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

Understanding sex-specific differences in aortic aneurysms
A group of researchers at the University of Kentucky have found a mechanism that would explain why men develop more aortic aneurysms than women.
September 23rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 19th, 2024

Nanoparticle Technology Offers Hope for Atherosclerosis Patients
A group at NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (NUS Medicine) has created a nanoparticle technology that provides an efficient and non-invasive way to identify and treat atherosclerosis, according to a study published in Small.
September 19th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 16th, 2024

Heart healthy indicators and behaviors in adolescents linked to better cognitive function
Cardiovascular health behaviors and overall cardiovascular health were directly associated with adolescent brain development and cognitive function, according to UTHealth Houston research published recently in the journal Mental Health and Physical Activity.
September 16th, 2024 — Source

Researchers discover new blood group system
The discovery of a new blood group, MAL, has solved a 50-year-old mystery. Researchers from NHS Blood and Transplant (Bristol), NHSBT's International Blood Group Reference Laboratory (IBGRL) and the University of Bristol identified the genetic background of the previously known but mysterious AnWj blood group antigen.
September 16th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 13th, 2024

Increased testing for heart disease indicator needed worldwide, say experts
A review in The Lancet finds that 20% of the world population carries a genetic risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as heart attacks, strokes, and aortic valve stenosis: Increased levels of a lipid particle called lipoprotein(a). It is the most common genetic cause of cardiovascular diseases.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Scientists discover potential cause of an enigmatic vascular disease primarily impacting women
Mount Sinai researchers have identified a key driver of a blood vessel disorder known as fibromuscular dysplasia (FMD) which affects up to 5% of the adult population and can lead to high blood pressure, heart attack, or stroke.
September 13th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 10th, 2024

Adverse pregnancy outcomes may increase cardiovascular risk in postmenopausal women
Pregnancy-related hypertension has already been proven to lead to a number of negative health outcomes later in life, including more bothersome menopause symptoms like hot flashes, the risk of dementia, kidney problems, and stroke. A new study suggests it can also lead to cardiovascular disease during menopause.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

Breast arterial calcifications on mammograms may indicate higher cardiovascular risk
Heart disease risk assessment tools specific to women remain lacking, despite the fact cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality in women. A new study suggests that mammograms may pinpoint a key risk factor, demonstrating an association between breast arterial calcifications and cardiovascular disease.
September 10th, 2024 — Source or Source

Estrogen-based hormone therapies have favorable long-term effects on heart disease risk
Recent studies show that women can experience bothersome menopause symptoms, like hot flashes, for longer than originally estimated. As a result, more research is focusing on the long-term effects of hormone therapy. A new study suggests certain estrogen-based hormone therapies have favorable long-term effects on the risk of heart disease.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

Innovative robotic lung transplant performed at NYU Langone Health
Surgeons at NYU Langone Health performed the first fully robotic lung transplant in the nation. The procedure marks a new milestone in surgical innovation and patient care, making NYU Langone only the third program in the world to use a robotic system in a lung transplant surgery.
September 10th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 9th, 2024

What's the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest? One's about plumbing, the other wiring
In July 2023, rising US basketball star Bronny James collapsed on the court during practice and was sent to hospital. The 18-year-old athlete, son of famous LA Lakers' veteran LeBron James, had experienced a cardiac arrest.
September 9th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 7th, 2024

What is TAVR?
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) is a minimally invasive treatment for aortic valve stenosis. This animation shows how TAVR is performed.
September 7th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 6th, 2024

Broccoli and kale top the shopping list for lowering blood pressure
Cruciferous vegetables, including broccoli, cabbage, kale, and cauliflower have been found to lower blood pressure, in comparison to root and squash vegetables, in middle-aged and older Australian adults with elevated blood pressure.
September 6th, 2024 — Source or Source

Study finds fear of exercise common in heart failure patients
Cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, is the most common cause of death in Germany. Older people with pre-existing conditions are particularly affected by heart failure. The heart is no longer able to pump enough blood into the body.
September 6th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 3rd, 2024

Benefits of complete revascularization confirmed in older patients with ST-elevation myocardial infarction
The benefits of complete revascularization over culprit-only coronary artery revascularization were confirmed in older patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and multivessel disease over the first 4 years, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Dedicated trial in women demonstrates the superiority of transcatheter versus surgical aortic valve replacement
Transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) was superior to surgical aortic valve replacement for reducing death, stroke or rehospitalization in women with severe aortic stenosis, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Garlic's antioxidant and nitric oxide boosting effects may help lower blood pressure
Garlic's phytochemicals linked to blood pressure reduction, but further research needed to confirm long-term benefits.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Hot flushes are associated with cardiovascular risk: Study
Severe, lasting hot flushes during menopause are associated with atherosclerosis in the coronary artery, new research from Karolinska Institutet and Linköping University and published in the Journal of the American Heart Association reveals.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Mainstay ablation procedure for atrial fibrillation shows substantial benefit over sham procedure
A catheter ablation procedure widely used to treat the most common heart rhythm disorder significantly reduces the burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) and results in clinically important improvements in symptoms and quality of life compared with a sham (placebo) procedure, according to late breaking research presented Sept. 2 in a Hot Line Session at this year's ESC Congress 2024.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Mass screening for atrial fibrillation does not prevent stroke in older adults, research finds
Mass screening for atrial fibrillation using ECG together with heart failure biomarker does not prevent ischemic stroke or systemic embolism (blood clot) in older adults aged 75--76 years over 5 years follow-up, according to late breaking research presented in a Hot Line Session at this year's ESC Congress 2024 in London, UK (30 Aug--2 Sept). However, the biomarker may improve the prediction of which individuals have a low risk for ischemic stroke and systemic embolism beyond single-lead ECG in older adults undergoing mass screening for AF.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists reduce risk of cardiovascular events in patients with heart failure
Research supports the broader use of MRAs in heart failure management, with benefits seen across different ejection fractions
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Novel low-dose triple single-pill combination shows efficacy and tolerability in two international trials
A low-dose triple single-pill combination was effective at lowering blood pressure (BP) in two trials presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Novel point-of-care heart attack test leads to shorter emergency department stays for some patients
A new, rapid blood test that spots whether people are having a heart attack could improve the treatment of people presenting with chest pain at emergency departments, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line Session Sept. 2 at this year's ESC Congress 2024.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Oral anticoagulants should be paused before transcatheter aortic valve implantation, researchers say
There was no apparent benefit to continuing oral anticoagulants compared with interruption in patients undergoing transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024. The study is published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Study looks deeper into olive oil's health benefits
Olive oil has long been touted for its ability to lower heart disease risk. So University of Florida researchers set out to dig deeper to learn how much olive oil is beneficial.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Transcatheter edge-to-edge repair found non-inferior to surgery in patients with secondary mitral regurgitation
There was no difference in efficacy between transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) and surgery in patients with secondary mitral regurgitation (MR), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024. The findings are published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Trial finds coronary bioadaptor offers a significant reduction in adverse clinical events
Undergoing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) for narrowed arteries with a novel bioadaptor is at least as effective as a contemporary drug-eluting stent (DES) with regard to target lesion and target vessel failure outcomes at one year in a large, broad clinical population. This late breaking research was presented in a Hot Line session Sept. 2 at this year's ESC Congress 2024.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Trial investigates how to manage coronary artery disease in patients undergoing valve implantation
Performing percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) significantly improved outcomes in patients with stable coronary artery disease (CAD) and severe aortic stenosis selected for transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024. The NOTION-3 trial is simultaneously published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
September 3rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — September 2nd, 2024

Asundexian inferior to apixaban for stroke prevention in atrial fibrillation: Study
Asundexian 50 mg daily was inferior to apixaban for stroke and systemic embolism prevention in high-risk patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session Sept. 1 at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Catheter ablation proven effective for atrial fibrillation in new study
A catheter ablation procedure widely used to treat the most common heart rhythm disorder significantly reduces the burden of atrial fibrillation (AF) and results in clinically important improvements in symptoms and quality of life compared with a sham (placebo) procedure, according to late breaking research presented in a Hot Line Session at this year's ESC Congress 2024 in London, UK (30 Aug - 2 Sept).
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Clinical trial finds finerenone reduces worsening heart failure and cardiovascular death
Finerenone reduced the composite of total first and recurrent heart failure (HF) events (hospitalizations for HF or urgent HF visits) and cardiovascular death in patients with HF and mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction, according to an international clinical trial led by investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham health care system.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Cold weather exposure linked to increased risk of heart attacks
Hospital admissions for heart attacks increase after exposure to lower air temperature and cold spells, according to a study published Sept. 1 in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and presented at the European Society of Cardiology Congress (ESC 2024).
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Easy blood test shown to predict heart disease risk decades in advance
The lead author thinks the findings can apply to men too
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Evening versus morning dosing of blood pressure medication: No differences seen
In two trials, one in frail elderly patients, evening administration of BP-lowering medications had no clinical benefits over morning administration, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session August 31 at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Examining aspirin interruption or continuation in patients with coronary stents undergoing non-cardiac surgery
Among patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery more than one year after coronary drug-eluting stent (DES) implantation, there was no difference with respect to ischemic outcomes or major bleeding between perioperative aspirin monotherapy and receiving no antiplatelet therapy, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session August 31 at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Edoxaban outperforms edoxaban plus antiplatelet agent in patients with a-fib and stable coronary artery disease: Study
Edoxaban monotherapy reduced net adverse clinical events compared with edoxaban plus a single antiplatelet agent, when used as long-term antithrombotic therapy, in patients with high-risk atrial fibrillation (AF) and stable coronary artery disease (CAD), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session Sept. 1 at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Extreme heat and how it can harm your health
When it comes to measuring the impacts of the climate crisis, we tend to fall upon two simple metrics: human fatalities and economic losses. These data points are extremely useful for understanding what we would be exposing ourselves to if we fail to reduce emissions, but they only capture part of the suffering extreme weather and collapsing ecosystems will bring.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Fasting before cardiac catheterization not necessary, study finds
There was no difference in complications in patients who fasted or did not fast before cardiac catheterization procedures requiring conscious sedation, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source or Source

Finerenone shows promise for heart failure with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction
Finerenone reduced the composite of total first and recurrent heart failure (HF) events (hospitalizations for HF or urgent HF visits) and cardiovascular death in patients with HF and mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction, according to an international clinical trial led by investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham healthcare system. Heart failure events and cardiovascular death were less common in the finerenone group than in the placebo group.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists benefit heart failure patients across ejection fractions
Mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists (MRAs) reduced the risk of cardiovascular death or heart failure (HF) hospitalization in patients with HF and reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) and also in those with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction (HFmrEF/HFpEF), according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session today at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Optical coherence tomography shown to outperform conventional angiography for stent guidance in complex cases
Using optimal coherence tomography (OCT) to guide stent implantation during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with complex coronary lesions significantly improves survival and reduces adverse cardiovascular events compared to angiography-guided PCI, the most commonly used method, according to late breaking research presented Sept. 2 in a Hot Line Session at this year's ESC Congress 2024.Using optimal coherence tomography (OCT) to guide stent implantation during percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) in patients with complex coronary lesions significantly improves survival and reduces adverse cardiovascular events compared to angiography-guided PCI, the most commonly used method, according to late breaking research presented Sept. 2 in a Hot Line Session at this year's ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Procedure targeting diseased heart muscle not effective in persistent atrial fibrillation patients, researchers find
In patients with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF), standard treatment with pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) ablation resulted in similar outcomes to more extensive ablation in other areas of the heart. The results of the SUPPRESS-AF randomized controlled trial were presented Sept. 2 at this year's ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Rare genetic variants linked to bicuspid aortic valve disease in young adults identified
Genetic variants linked to a rare form of bicuspid aortic valve disease that affects young adults and can lead to dangerous and potentially life-threatening aortic complications have been identified by researchers at UTHealth Houston.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Simplified atrial fibrillation ablation technique benefits heart failure patients
Cryoballoon (CB) ablation is as effective at reducing recurrences of atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial tachycardia (AT) at 1-year, when compared to the current most widely used technique, radiofrequency (RF) ablation, in heart failure patients with a reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF), according to late breaking research presented in a Hot Line Session on Sept. 2 at this year's ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Single tablet with four BP-lowering drugs found more effective than taking three drugs in separate pills
A single-pill combination of four BP-lowering medications was significantly more effective than a combination of three medications, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session August 31 at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Trial investigates use of invasive strategy to treat older patients after non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction
An invasive strategy versus optimal medical therapy alone after a non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) in older adults did not affect the combined risk of cardiovascular death or MI, although non-fatal MIs and subsequent revascularization procedures were reduced, according to late-breaking research presented in a Hot Line session Sept. 1 at ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Trial reveals success of telemedicine-supported, village doctor--led approach to managing atrial fibrillation
Telemedicine support to village doctors could hold the key to improving access to care for China's rural elderly at risk for developing potentially life-threatening complications resulting from untreated atrial fibrillation (AF), according to research presented in a Hot Line Session on Sept. 1 at this year's ESC Congress 2024.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Wearable heart monitor enhances diagnosis of irregular heart rhythm, study finds
Wearable, long-term continuous heart monitors helped identify 52% more cases of atrial fibrillation compared to usual care, but that did not lead to a reduction in hospitalizations due to stroke, according to a study led by the Duke Clinical Research Institute.
September 2nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 31st, 2024

Digital consultations found to improve the rate at which heart failure patients receive optimal medication
Patients with heart failure, a condition affecting more than 60 million worldwide, are four times more likely to receive the optimal combination of medications after 12 weeks of digital consultations.
August 31st, 2024 — Source

Novel low-dose 3-in-1 blood pressure pill significantly outperforms standard care, study shows
New research shows that a treatment plan based on a novel combination of low doses of three anti-hypertensive drugs in a single pill—known as GMRx2—was superior to a high-quality standard care treatment plan at lowering blood pressure in patients with uncontrolled hypertension.
August 31st, 2024 — Source

Single blood test predicts 30-year cardiovascular disease risks for women
Research supported by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has found that measuring two types of fat in the bloodstream along with C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation, can predict a woman's risk for cardiovascular disease decades later.
August 31st, 2024 — Source or Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 27th, 2024

AI-based virtual voice assistant successfully bridges care gap for heart patients
Clinical follow-up using virtual voice technology helped identify complications after transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI) with a high degree of patient satisfaction, according to research presented at ESC Congress 2024.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Cardiovascular disease disproportionately affects middle-income countries, finds study
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the most common cause of death across Europe, but while CVD mortality rates are generally decreasing, the decline is much less in middle-income countries than in high-income countries, according to new data from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Atlas of Cardiology, published in the European Heart Journal.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Demystifying the targeted removal of red blood cells
The mystery surrounding the targeted removal of red blood cells from the human body is at the center of new Griffith University research.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Urban noise pollution may impact cardiovascular risk prediction and prognosis after a heart attack
Research from two studies in different European cities highlights that urban noise pollution has a significant negative impact on heart health, according to data presented at ESC Congress 2024.
August 27th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 26th, 2024

Prevalence of hypertension increases with neighborhood disadvantage
The prevalence of hypertension increases with neighborhood disadvantage, according to a study published online Aug. 23 in JAMA Network Open.
August 26th, 2024 — Source

Research team discovers how Copaxone protects the heart muscle and improves its function after heart attack
In the late 1960s, three Weizmann Institute of Science researchers developed several protein-like molecules, called copolymers, that they believed would produce a disease similar to multiple sclerosis in laboratory animals.
August 26th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 24th, 2024

Too much time watching screens in 20s raises heart attack risk, warn experts
Spend your youth glued to your phone, computer and TV and you cut your odds of making it to 60, a new study in the Journal of General Internal Medicine warns.
August 24th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 22nd, 2024

Bioengineers develop hybrid grafts to combat cardiovascular disease
Researchers from AMBER and Trinity, led by Dr. David Hoey, have successfully replicated the behavior of a blood vessel and its guiding structure to regenerate damaged tissue.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Can injectable weight-loss drugs improve heart health?
Injectable weight-loss medications called semaglutides are helping people with obesity by reducing appetite. But could these drugs also be the next breakthrough in keeping your heart healthy?
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Constipation increases your risk of a heart attack, new study finds—and not just on the toilet
If you Google the terms "constipation" and "heart attack" it's not long before the name Elvis Presley crops up. Elvis had a longstanding history of chronic constipation and it's believed he was straining very hard to poo, which then led to a fatal heart attack.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Counseling may help prevent heart attacks, say researchers
Researchers have discovered that a counseling program originally designed to promote regular walking has improved the quality of life for sufferers of blocked leg arteries and helped protect them from its deadly effects—but not in the way anticipated.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

New insights into blood flow fluctuations offer hope in fight against cardiovascular disease
Researchers have uncovered how fluctuations in blood flow that occur when there is a narrowing in the arteries contribute to harmful inflammation and blood clot formation, revealing the critical role that blood flow--driven forces play in the development and progression of cardiovascular diseases.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

New tool could revolutionize cardiovascular risk management: PRESS score validated
In a recent study published in Nature Communications, researchers from the United States of America investigated the association between platelet hyperreactivity and the risk of cardiovascular events.
August 22nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 21st, 2024

Asporin identified as potential therapeutic target for pulmonary arterial hypertension
A new study from researchers with UCLA Health and collaborating organizations has found that asporin, a protein encoded by the ASPN gene, plays a protective role in pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH).
August 21st, 2024 — Source

Heat vulnerability linked to worse stroke severity, offering a new metric for stroke risk amidst climate change
A new Harvey L. Neiman Health Policy Institute (HPI) study found that living in a neighborhood with higher vulnerability to environmental heat predicted worse stroke severity.
August 21st, 2024 — Source

High or low oxygen levels are safe during heart surgery: Study
Two out of 10 people who receive cardiac surgery are affected by acute kidney injury, prolonging their hospital stay and increasing their risk for chronic kidney disease, cognitive decline and heart failure.
August 21st, 2024 — Source

New risk prediction scale reveals elevated heart failure risk among American Indians
The incidence rate of heart failure was 2- to 3-fold higher among American Indian populations than rates observed in studies focused on other population groups, such as African American, Hispanic or white adults, in a new study published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
August 21st, 2024 — Source

Proposed risk factor tool finds heart failure rates are higher among American Indian adults
The incidence rate of heart failure was 2- to 3-fold higher among American Indian populations than rates observed in studies focused on other population groups, such as African American, Hispanic or white adults, in a new study published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
August 21st, 2024 — Source

Study finds sex-based disparities in outcomes after cardiac surgery
New research suggests that women who develop postoperative atrial fibrillation (poAF) after cardiac surgery are at greater risk of death than men. A study led by Mass General Brigham researchers found that women may have protective factors against the development of poAF, but once it develops, they may be more vulnerable to its associated long-term morbidities.
August 21st, 2024 — Source

The role of the Mediterranean diet in cardiovascular disease prevention
In a recent study published in Nutrition & Dietetics, researchers performed an updated review of recent studies to evaluate the effectiveness of the Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) in preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD).
August 21st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 16th, 2024

Better transplantations with 'heart-in-a-box': Study finds method reduces early heart failure risk
The risk of early heart failure after heart transplantation is lower if the donor heart is stored in a so-called heart-in-a-box instead of in the usual cooler with ice. This is according to a study by researchers at the University of Gothenburg.
August 16th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 14th, 2024

Air-powered computers can be a more reliable, cost-effective way to help prevent blood clots and strokes
A new, air-powered computer sets off alarms when certain medical devices fail. The invention is a more reliable and lower-cost way to help prevent blood clots and strokes -; all without electronic sensors.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Apolipoprotein B test may be more accurate measure of heart disease risk
The traditional lipid panel may not give the full picture of cholesterol-related heart disease risk for many Americans, according to a study led by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers and published in JAMA Cardiology.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Best Blood Pressure Monitors to Consider in 2024
Monitor your blood pressure regularly with these user-friendly devices.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

How air-powered computers can prevent blood clots
A new, air-powered computer sets off alarms when certain medical devices fail. The invention is a more reliable and lower-cost way to help prevent blood clots and strokes—all without electronic sensors.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Job strain and effort-reward imbalance linked to higher risk of atrial fibrillation
Work-related stress caused by job strain and an imbalance between efforts applied versus rewards received may increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Work-related stress may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm
Work-related stress caused by job strain and an imbalance between efforts applied versus rewards received may increase the risk of developing atrial fibrillation, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
August 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 8th, 2024

American College of Cardiology issues guide for managing in-patient heart failure
The American College of Cardiology has issued updated guidance on managing patients hospitalized for heart failure (HF) to provide a decision-making pathway that tailors therapy to clinical trajectory to better manage disease.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Consuming foods with erythritol increases risk of cardiovascular events, study shows
New Cleveland Clinic research shows that consuming foods with erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener, increases risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. The findings, from a new intervention study in healthy volunteers, show erythritol made platelets (a type of blood cell) more active, which can raise the risk of blood clots. Sugar (glucose) did not have this effect.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Decreased alcohol consumption in chronic heavy drinkers reduces incidence of cardiovascular diseases
A research team has demonstrated that reducing alcohol consumption in chronic heavy drinkers can significantly reduce the risk of major adverse cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events. Their research paper "Reduced Alcohol Consumption and Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events Among Individuals with Previously High Alcohol Consumption" was published in the JAMA Network Open.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Fitness levels shine a light on atrial fibrillation risks
A person's fitness levels could provide greater insight into the progression of atrial fibrillation, according to a new study by University of Adelaide researchers.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

From maxing out to slowing down, how much do heart rates vary across sports?
A classic image of the Olympics and Paralympics is an athlete at the end of a race struggling for breath, their heart obviously racing.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

New $11.3 million grant to explore endothelial cell dysfunction in cardiovascular disease
With a new $11.3 million Program Project grant from the National Institutes of Health, experts from the Vascular Biology Center at the Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University are working to better understand the underlying mechanisms of cardiovascular disease.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

New study adds to increasing evidence that sugar substitute erythritol raises cardiovascular risk
New Cleveland Clinic research shows that consuming foods with erythritol, a popular artificial sweetener, increases the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. The findings, from a new intervention study in healthy volunteers, show erythritol made platelets (a type of blood cell) more active, which can raise the risk of blood clots. Sugar (glucose) did not have this effect.
August 8th, 2024 — Source

Short bursts of high-intensity training found effective for stroke survivors
One-minute, short bursts of high-intensity interval training for 19 minutes may be more effective for improving fitness among people six months or more after a stroke than traditional, 20-30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise sessions, according to research published today in Stroke, the peer-reviewed scientific journal of the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association.
August 8th, 2024 — Source or Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 6th, 2024

Addressing Important Cardiac Biology Questions with Shotgun Top-Down Proteomics
In this interview conducted at Pittcon 2024, we spoke to Professor John Yates from the Scripps Research Institute about capturing cardiomyocyte cell-to-cell heterogeneity via shotgun top-down proteomics.
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Effectiveness of heart therapies and outcomes for patients with clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential: Q&A
Nicholas A. Marston, MD, MPH, of the TIMI Study Group and Carl J. and Ruth Shapiro Cardiovascular Center at Brigham and Women's Hospital, is the corresponding author of a paper published in Nature Medicine, "Clonal hematopoiesis, cardiovascular events and treatment benefit in 63,700 individuals from five TIMI randomized trials."
August 6th, 2024 — Source

Study shows follow-up has improved for acute myocardial infarction, heart failure hospitalizationFollow-up has improved for patients with acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and heart failure, but disparities persist in follow-up rates, according to a study published online Aug. 6 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

August 6th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — August 3rd, 2024

Patch-wearable cardioverter-defibrillator safe and effective
A novel, water-resistant patch-wearable cardioverter-defibrillator (P-WCD) is safe and effective for patients at risk for sudden cardiac arrest, according to a study published in the Aug. 6 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
August 3rd, 2024 — Source

Pharmacist prescribing can reduce stroke risk in A-fib patients
Community pharmacists can play an effective role in closing gaps in the delivery of stroke risk reduction therapy by prescribing appropriate oral anticoagulation therapy (OAC) for high-risk older individuals with atrial fibrillation (AF), according to a study published online July 24 in JAMA Network Open.
August 3rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 31st, 2024

Continuous, noninvasive blood pressure monitoring using sound
A wearable blood pressure monitor uses sound to capture a continuous record of the vital sign data. Continuous, noninvasive blood pressure monitoring has been a longtime goal of medicine, given blood pressure's utility as a metric for clinicians, but for decades, the options have been limited to internally placed arterial catheters or inflatable pressure cuffs.
July 31st, 2024 — Source

Incidence of heart attacks and strokes was lower after COVID-19 vaccination, finds study of 46 million adults
A new study, published today in Nature Communications and involving nearly the whole adult population of England, has found that the incidence of heart attacks and strokes was lower after COVID-19 vaccination than before or without vaccination.
July 31st, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Innovative new therapy to treat atrial fibrillation
Cardiologists in Mayo Clinic's Heart Rhythm Clinic are using a new innovative energy source to safely and successfully treat a common type of heart arrhythmia. The therapy, called pulsed field ablation (PFA), has received Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval and represents a significant milestone in treating atrial fibrillation (AFib).
July 31st, 2024 — Source

Researchers establish efficient, cost-effective method for generating endothelial cells from stem cells
The innermost layer of blood vessels is formed by endothelial cells, which in turn play a role in the development of diseases of the cardiovascular system. Human endothelial cells are therefore required for the "in vitro" investigation of the causes of these diseases.
July 31st, 2024 — Source

Risks of anxiety, suicide attempt may rise significantly after cardiovascular hospitalization
In the first year after hospitalization for heart disease, stroke or other cardiovascular diseases, people were 83% more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety, depression, suicide behaviors or other psychiatric conditions than people free of cardiovascular disease, according to an analysis published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
July 31st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 29th, 2024

Evaluating renal dysfunction as a risk factor for sudden cardiac death
Patients with congestive heart failure (CHF) having a compromised blood supply, are at greater risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD). With an estimated incidence as high as 22% among these patients, current clinical guidelines recommend using implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) to help mitigate the risk of SCD.
July 29th, 2024 — Source

Every minute counts: Rapid and accurate prediction model for cardiac arrest treatment
When it comes to treating cardiac arrest, acting quickly can mean the difference between life and death.
July 29th, 2024 — Source or Source

Surgeons Implant Maglev-Powered Titanium Heart in Human Patient For the First Time
It is hoped that a future version could serve as a long-term replacement for the human heart.
July 29th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 27th, 2024

Study finds big disparities in stroke services across the US
Low-income communities are up to 42% less likely to obtain stroke center certification.
July 27th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 26th, 2024

Central nervous system-associated macrophages could modulate post-stroke immune responses
An ischemic stroke is a type of stroke that occurs when a blood clot in an artery, also known as thrombus, or the progressive narrowing of arteries, blocks the blood and oxygen flowing to the brain. This process can cause both temporary and permanent brain damage, for instance, leading to partial paralysis, cognitive impairments and other debilitating impairments.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

Navigating nutrition for heart health
Could a short diet questionnaire encourage patients to make better food choices and improve heart health? In the past, your health care team had to rely on lengthy surveys to better understand what you were eating.
July 26th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 24th, 2024

Adverse event risk up for >90 days versus >30 days of corticosteroids for eczema
Use of oral corticosteroids for >90 days during one year is associated with a slightly increased risk of adverse events (AEs), according to a study published online July 19 in JAMA Network Open.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

First long-term study shows use of socially assistive robot improves stroke rehabilitation
Using a socially assistive robot (SAR) in post-stroke rehabilitation improves outcomes, according to Ben-Gurion University of the Negev researchers. They conducted the first long-term study of robot use in physical therapy. The study opens a totally new method for rehabilitation exercises.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Kestra Medical Technologies lands $196M to boost commercialization of wearable defibrillator
Kestra Medical Technologies, a Kirkland, Wash.-based company that develops cardiac monitoring technology, raised $196 million to fuel commercialization efforts.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Mouse study finds increasing cardiac ketones may help treat heart failure
Increasing ketone supply to the heart in mice with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) allowed their hearts to utilize more ketones and produce more energy, according to preliminary research presented today at the American Heart Association's Basic Cardiovascular Sciences Scientific Sessions 2024.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Physical activity found to improve early with customized text messages in patients with heart problems
Exercise is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of heart disease or having a second cardiovascular event, such as a heart attack or stroke.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Study shows everyday activities aren't enough to protect against stroke
Research conducted at the University of Gothenburg shows that the physical activities we do as we go about our lives, at work or in the home, aren't enough to protect us from having a stroke. However, exercising in our free time and using active modes of transport are associated with a decreased risk of stroke.
July 24th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 19th, 2024

Efanesoctocog alfa prophylaxis beneficial for children with hemophilia A
For children with severe hemophilia A, once-weekly prophylaxis with efanesoctocog alfa is associated with high sustained factor VIII activity, resulting in effective prevention of bleeding, according to a study published in the July 18 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Pharmacists and community health workers lead successful hypertension interventions
When it comes to helping patients with high blood pressure get their hypertension under control, a new Tulane University study finds that pharmacists and community health workers have the best success rates.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

These health care professionals may be secret weapon against hypertension, study says
When it comes to helping patients with high blood pressure get their hypertension under control, a new Tulane University study finds that pharmacists and community health workers have the best success rates.
July 19th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 18th, 2024

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): First aid
Learn the steps to use this lifesaving technique to help adults and children.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Exploring how astrocytes respond to spinal cord injury or stroke-induced tissue damage
Past neuroscience studies found that when the central nervous system (CNS) is damaged, for instance following a stroke or spinal cord injuries, the lesions become surrounded by borders of newly proliferated astrocytes.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Study suggests disparities in post-acute stroke care depend on insurance status
Insurance-dependent racial and ethnic disparities and regional variations are seen in post-acute service utilization after stroke, according to a study published online July 17 in Neurology: Clinical Practice.
July 18th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 9th, 2024

After cardiac arrest, women more likely to suffer anxiety, depression than men
Women who survive cardiac arrest are more likely to suffer anxiety or depression than male survivors, a new study warns.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

Animal model sheds light on the role understudied brain organ in repairing stroke damage
University of Cincinnati researchers have pioneered an animal model that sheds light on the role an understudied organ in the brain has in repairing damage caused by stroke.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

Brain-computer interface therapy enhances hand mobility for stroke survivors, finds study
An innovative therapy may help stroke survivors regain more movement in their hands, with a University of Adelaide study finding patients experienced a reduction in arm and hand impairments following treatment.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

From Dr. Oz to heart valves: A tiny device charted a contentious path through the FDA
In 2013, the FDA approved an implantable device to treat leaky heart valves. Among its inventors was Mehmet Oz, the former television personality and former U.S. Senate candidate widely known as "Dr. Oz."
July 9th, 2024 — Source

Study compares rivaroxaban, warfarin with apixaban for cirrhosis, atrial fibrillation
For patients with cirrhosis and nonvalvular atrial fibrillation (AF), initiators of rivaroxaban or warfarin versus apixaban have significantly higher rates of major hemorrhage, according to a study published online July 9 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
July 9th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 5th, 2024

Researchers investigate why aortic aneurysms form at the arch or in the abdominal segment
A vascular dilatation in the aorta can be life-threatening if it bursts. These so-called aortic aneurysms typically form in the same sites of the large blood vessel: either on the upper arch or in the abdominal cavity.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

Why do aortic aneurysms form in specific locations?
The sites where vascular aneurysms typically form have a predilection from the outset, even in healthy people. This is shown by a study conducted by medical researchers from Bochum and Bonn.
July 5th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 4th, 2024

Key mechanisms identified for regeneration of neurons
Neurological disorders, such as trauma, stroke, epilepsy, and various neurodegenerative diseases, often lead to the permanent loss of neurons, causing significant impairments in brain function. Current treatment options are limited, primarily due to the challenge of replacing lost neurons.
July 4th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — July 2nd, 2024

Detachable cardiac pacing lead may improve safety for cardiac patients
In 2012, Neil Armstrong, the first man to walk on the moon, died of post-surgery complications at the age of 82 following what should have been a routine heart surgery. Armstrong had undergone bypass surgery, the most common open-heart operation in the United States, and a surgery where the overall chance of death has dropped to almost zero.
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Low cognitive function in teens correlates with higher early stroke risk
In a recent study published in the Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health, researchers investigated the relationship between teenage cognitive performance and stroke in adulthood.
July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Study shows reduced coronary artery calcification with closer access to green and blue spaces

July 2nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 26th, 2024

Female heart patients less likely to have additional problems fixed during surgery
When operating on the heart, surgeons may find another issue in the patient. Depending on what they see, the surgical team may address on the secondary condition during the same operation.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Gender gaps in cardiovascular disease diagnosis and treatment persist, report says
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women, and gaps in care and access persist between women and men. Addressing those gaps could lead to an increase of at least 1.6 million years of quality life and boost the U.S. economy by $28 billion annually by 2040, according to a report published by the American Heart Association and the McKinsey Health Institute (MHI).
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Is it time to stop recommending strict salt restriction in people with heart failure?
For decades, it's been thought that people with heart failure should drastically reduce their dietary salt intake, but some studies have suggested that salt restriction could be harmful for these patients.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Study finds innovative cuffless blood pressure device streamlines and enhances hypertension management
High blood pressure, the leading risk factor for death worldwide, is present in one in every two adults. Only one-quarter of individuals with hypertension have their blood pressure under control, highlighting the need for innovative strategies for blood pressure management. A study led by an investigator from Brigham and Women's Hospital has evaluated a cuffless monitor that uses optical sensors to record blood pressure continually and efficiently, without disruption to the patient.
June 26th, 2024 — Source

The rules for measuring blood pressure—and why they exist
The last time your blood pressure was measured, did you rush to the appointment while sipping coffee? Were you perched on an exam table with your legs dangling or your arm hanging? Were you chatting with a medical staff member or scrolling social media on your phone? Was your bladder full?
June 26th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 24th, 2024

NT-proBNP, IL-1 RL1 can identify high-risk congenital heart disease in neonates
Automated quantitative tests for NT-proBNP and interleukin 1 receptor-like 1 (IL-1 RL1) can identify high-risk congenital heart disease (CHD) in newborns, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Researchers enhance cardiac pacemaker efficiency with hybrid metamaterial
A study, led by associate professor Weihua Chen, combined the mu-negative metamaterial units and mu-near-zero metamaterial units to construct a hybrid metamaterial slab suitable for the cardiac pacemaker MCR-WPT system.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Researchers uncover the cellular secrets of healthy tendons
Researchers uncover the cellular secrets of healthy tendons
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Semaglutide provides double benefit for women with heart failure
Semaglutide, a medication initially developed for type 2 diabetes and obesity, significantly improves symptoms in men and women with a common type of heart failure that has had few therapeutic options. Women experienced greater weight loss and the same symptom benefits compared with men, according to research presented today by Dr. Subodh Verma (St. Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto) at the American Diabetes Association's 2024 Scientific Sessions and published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC).
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Standardized protocols help hospitals treat strokes faster, research finds
West Virginia University research illustrates that American Heart Association and American Stroke Association guidelines are effective at speeding up hospitals' response times for stroke treatment and can be mastered even by members of "ad hoc" medical teams that assemble rapidly on the fly.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Survey shows aspirin use remains high among older adults, despite risks
A survey representing about 150 million adults annually suggests that aspirin use for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains prevalent among older adults, contrary to recommendations from the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. According to the study authors, these findings highlight the urgent need for physicians to inquire about aspirin use and discuss the benefits and risks with older patients.
June 24th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 21st, 2024

Can cocoa lower your heart disease risk?
In a recent study published in Nutrients, researchers reviewed the effects of cocoa consumption on anthropometric measurements, blood pressure, and glycemic and lipid profiles to elucidate its impact on the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD).
June 21st, 2024 — Source

Common blood pressure drug may increase risk of bleeding
People with an irregular heart rhythm taking a common blood pressure drug may be at greater risk of serious bleeding, according to a study recently published in JAMA.
June 21st, 2024 — Source

Hot enough for ya? It may be too hot for your heart health!
It's only the first day of summer and record high temperatures are already being reported across much of the U.S. That's prompted the American Heart Association, celebrating a century of lifesaving service as the world's leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, to issue important warnings about taking extra precautions to stay safe in extremely high temperatures.
June 21st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 17th, 2024

American Heart Association launches initiative to tackle recurrent pericarditis
About 40,000 people in the United States experience recurrent pericarditis, or inflammation of the sac-like structure that protects the heart, which can cause chest pain and may lead to fluid buildup around the heart muscle.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Best Blood Pressure Monitors to Consider in 2024
If you're looking to keep an eye on your blood pressure, pick up one of our favorite blood pressure monitors.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

New therapy shows promise in treating hypertension-induced organ damage
A team of researchers led by Monash University and the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute have published the first compelling evidence of the therapeutic potential of a new therapy to treat hypertension-induced organ damage. The paper appears in the journal Cardiovascular Research.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Using novel discourse treatment to improve communication in people with aphasia
Aphasia is a condition that affects a quarter of stroke survivors. It impairs communication abilities, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Aphasia can have a profound impact on social relationships, employment, and overall quality of life.
June 17th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 16th, 2024

New model predicts heart size variations in pregnant rats with hypertension
The hearts of pregnant rats with high blood pressure increase in size more than rats experiencing a normal pregnancy, according to computer model predictions. The model, developed by researchers at the University of Minnesota, also forecasts two different post-delivery outcomes depending on whether the rats were allowed to nurse their offspring.
June 16th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 14th, 2024

Adding genetic information to health checks improves identification of people at risk of heart attacks and strokes
Researchers have discovered a better way of identifying those at high risk of potential heart attacks and strokes and other major cardiovascular disease (CVD) events.
June 14th, 2024 — Source

New mechanisms in the development of stroke discovered
A group of researchers from the University of Tartu and international scientists discovered new mechanisms of how stroke occurs by studying changes in mouse and human cells. The study, published in Circulation Research, lays the foundation for new, more precise treatment methods and better diagnostics, which could improve cardiovascular health in the future.
June 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 8th, 2024

Novel insights into the underlying, contributing, and direct causes of death in Australia
Coronary heart disease (CHD) was involved in 1 in 5 deaths in 2022 when using all of the information included on the medical death certificate, according to a new Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) release revealing what Australians are most likely to die from.
June 8th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — June 7th, 2024

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR): First aid
Learn the steps to perform this lifesaving technique on adults and children.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

Heavy cannabis use linked to CVD mortality in women
Heavy cannabis use is associated with a significantly increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality among women, according to a https://www.mayoclinic.org/first-aid/first-aid-cpr/basics/art-20056600x.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

Scientists identify a positive molecular feedback loop which could explain stroke-induced memory loss
When we learn something new, our brain cells (neurons) communicate with each other through electrical and chemical signals. If the same group of neurons communicate together often, the connections between them get stronger. This process helps our brains learn and remember things and is known as long-term potentiation or LTP.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

Study indicates mortality in rheumatic heart disease is high
Mortality related to rheumatic heart disease (RHD) is high and is correlated with the severity of valve disease, according to a study published online June 5 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

Study reports normal values of 3D echocardiographic right ventricular volume established in Chinese adults
Three-dimensional (3D) echocardiography is an emerging technique for assessing right ventricular (RV) volume and function, but the normal values of RV volume and function by 3D echocardiography in the Chinese population are still lacking.
June 7th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 31st, 2024

Is there an association between fatherhood and cardiovascular outcomes? NewsGuard 100/100 Score
In a recent study published in AJPM Focus, researchers evaluated associations between fatherhood and cardiovascular health (CVH), disease (CVD), and mortality.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Life's Essential 8: key to reducing heart disease and mortality through epigenetics
In a recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, researchers investigated whether Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) methylation-based epigenetic age biomarkers mediate the associations between Life's Essential 8 (LE8) score and risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD), CVD-specific mortality, and all-cause mortality.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Reinforcement feedback improves motor learning: The role of striatal oscillatory activity explored
In a recent study published in Nature Human Behaviour, researchers investigated the causal contribution of specific oscillatory activity patterns within the human striatum to reinforcement motor learning using transcranial temporal interference stimulation (tTIS) with concurrent neuroimaging.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Single infusion of engineered T-cells achieves lasting asthma remission in mice
A recent study published in Nature Immunology demostrates that durable asthma remission can be achieved with engineered and long-lived chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell treatment in mice.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Traumatic brain injury strikes 1 in 8 older Americans, new study finds
Some 13% of older adults are diagnosed with traumatic brain injury (TBI), according to a study by UC San Francisco and the San Francisco VA Health Care System. These injuries are typically caused by falls from ground level.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

We can all help combat loneliness, surgeon general says in Seattle
Murthy declared loneliness and isolation a national epidemic in May 2023, issuing an 81-page report outlining the problem and potential solutions. Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, about half of American adults said they'd experienced loneliness.
May 31st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 30th, 2024

Flow: People who are easily absorbed in an activity may have better mental and cardiovascular health
Have you ever lost all sense of space and time when redecorating a room? How about being so focused while playing an instrument that the worries that weighed you down a minute ago just evaporated? Then you've probably experienced "flow."
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Mummies study finds heart disease plagued the ancients, too
Folks typically think of heart disease as a byproduct of modern fast-food living, but a new study shows the condition has plagued humanity for centuries. The findings were published May 28 in the European Heart Journal.
May 30th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 29th, 2024

Infarct size does not affect treatment effect of early versus late direct oral anticoagulant initiation
For individuals with minor, moderate, or major stroke, the treatment effect of early versus late direct oral anticoagulant (DOAC) initiation does not differ, according to a study published online May 28 in JAMA Neurology.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

Study finds heart healthy behaviors may help reverse rapid cell aging
The benefit of better heart health may be associated with the positive impact of heart healthy lifestyle factors on biological aging (the age of the body and its cells), according to research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

Study finds older adults hospitalized for heart failure had high risk of kidney complications
Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of the Mass General Brigham health care system, have found links between heart failure and kidney disease that support new approaches for integrating the care of these conditions.
May 29th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 28th, 2024

Best Chest Strap Heart-Rate Monitors for 2024
Monitor your cardio health during your summer workouts with the best chest strap heart-rate monitors.
May 28th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 25th, 2024

Women's heart risk spikes after menopause, study shows
At first, no one thought Nina White had a heart attack. Every detail of that day 10 years ago, when she was just 51, is sharp in her memory. She thought the tightness in her chest was overexertion from multiple trips up the ladder to the attic in her Portsmouth, Virginia, home. Her husband thought it was indigestion from tacos.
May 25th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 24th, 2024

Researchers study indicators of coronary obstructions in women with established coronary artery disease
Researchers in medicine have been studying the composition of biochemical markers to determine correlations between during health and disease for several decades. The data helps health care professionals to accurately diagnose and treat diseases, some of which are life threatening.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

Understanding a broken heart—study finds link between stress and recurrent heart failure
The stress of heart failure is remembered by the body and appears to lead to recurrent failure, along with other related health issues, according to new research. Researchers have found that heart failure leaves a "stress memory" in the form of changes to the DNA modification of hematopoietic stem cells, which are involved in the production of blood and immune cells called macrophages.
May 24th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 23rd, 2024

Does intermittent fasting increase heart disease risk?
For years, people have used intermittent fasting to lose unwanted pounds, while others fast for religious reasons. The popular diet trend is generally safe, but some studies suggest that time-restricted eating could cause heart problems.
May 23rd, 2024 — Source or Watch Video

How to see your heart rate zones on Apple Watch and iPhone during or after workouts
A handy health and fitness feature with watchOS and iOS is the ability to see your heart rate zones on Apple Watch and iPhone. Read on for what they mean, how to see your max heart rate, manually edit your zones, and more.
May 23rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 21st, 2024

Heart rate synchrony predicts effective group decision-making, research suggests
In recent years, the phenomenon of physiological synchrony has captivated behavioral researchers seeking to understand how human brains and bodies align during social interactions.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Multiomic analyses uncover immune system response to a heart attack
Improving the outcome of patients after a heart attack is one of the major challenges of cardiology. This includes a comprehensive understanding of the pathophysiology and early detection of those patients who have a high risk of an unfavorable outcome.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Nighttime heat significantly increases the risk of stroke, study shows
In a recent study, researchers from Helmholtz Munich and the Augsburg University Hospital led by Dr. Alexandra Schneider show that nocturnal heat significantly increases the risk of stroke. The findings can contribute to the development of preventive measures: With them, the population can better protect themselves against the risks of climate change with increasingly frequent hot nights. In addition, knowledge of the consequences of hot nights can improve patient care.
May 21st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 17th, 2024

New blood test for stroke detection combines blood-based biomarkers with a clinical score
Stroke is the leading cause of disability worldwide and the second leading cause of death, but the right early intervention can prevent severe consequences. A new study led by investigators from Brigham and Women's Hospital and collaborators describes how the team developed a new test by combining blood-based biomarkers with a clinical score to identify patients experiencing large vessel occlusion (LVO) stroke with high accuracy.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Researchers reveal molecular mechanisms of different donor arteries for coronary artery bypass grafting
Coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) is a surgical procedure that improves blood flow to the heart tissue and can effectively treat myocardial ischemia caused by coronary artery disease. In CABG, a healthy blood vessel is taken from the patient and is connected to the diseased artery so that the blood can bypass the blocked coronary artery region.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Study finds accounting for sex improves precision and prognostic performance of CMR biomarkers for heart failure
In a recent study published in the European Heart Journal Open, a group of researchers investigated the influence of sex on cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) assessment of left ventricular filling pressure (LVFP) in heart failure (HF) diagnosis.
May 17th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 14th, 2024

A new drug shows potential benefits in the recovery of patients after a heart attack
Researchers from the Cardiac Regeneration and Heart Failure Research Group (ICREC) at the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) and the Heart Institute of the Germans Trias Hospital (iCor) have found beneficial effects of the novel drug Sacubitril/Valsartan in the management of myocardial infarction (MI).
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Adding cardiovascular biomarkers to established risk factors increases risk prediction
The addition of cardiovascular biomarkers to established risk factors leads to a small improvement in risk prediction of cardiovascular disease, according to a study published online May 13 in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

An NRL player died at training due to exertional heat stroke. What is it and what should coaches and athletes know?
The tragic death of Manly rugby league player Keith Titmuss in 2020 due to exertional heat stroke is a reminder of the life-threatening nature of the condition.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Artificial intelligence tool to improve heart failure care
The powerful new AI tool can predict heart failure outcomes in specific patients, helping doctors improve care.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Cold plunging might help heart health, research suggests
Scores of Instagram influencers claim that a dunk into a frigid bath will boost physical and mental health and help the body recover more quickly from exercise.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Drug-eluting stents: Do they increase heart attack risk?
The most common type of heart stent is often safe and effective when used with anti-clotting medicine.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Early diagnosis, treatment of peripheral artery disease essential to improve outcomes, reduce amputation risk
Timely diagnosis and proper management of peripheral artery disease (PAD), including coordinated care from a multispecialty team, are essential to help prevent amputation and other cardiovascular complications and to allow patients with PAD to live longer lives with better physical function and improved quality of life, according to a new joint guideline published in Circulation and simultaneously in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Investigational drug shows promise in increasing oxygen uptake for patients with heart condition
People with a common heart condition were able to use significantly more oxygen while exercising after taking an investigational drug in an international clinical trial, according to a study published today in the New England Journal of Medicine. The finding was also presented today at the European Society of Cardiology's Heart Failure 2024 meeting in Lisbon, Portugal.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

New AI tool improves risk assessment for heart failure care
UVA Health researchers have developed a powerful new risk assessment tool for predicting outcomes in heart failure patients. The researchers have made the tool publicly available for free to clinicians.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

New report highlights the role of stigma in perpetuating poverty and inequality
Stigma is a glue that holds poverty, inequality and economic insecurity in place enabling and exacerbating inequalities of wealth, health and opportunity, says a new report.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

New tool allows for gene suppression in mouse heart muscle cells using CRISPRi
An innovative tool for the targeted modification of gene activity in heart muscle cells could establish itself as a standard method for research into cardiovascular diseases.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Study discovers distinct population of 'troublemaker' platelet cells appear with aging
As people age, they become more prone to blood clotting diseases, when blood cells called platelets clump together when they don't need to and can cause major issues such as strokes and cardiovascular disease. For decades, scientists have studied why older people's blood cells behave in this way, using their insights to develop the myriad of blood-thinning drugs now on the market for treating the leading cause of death in the United States.
May 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 13th, 2024

An auxiliary CHD diagnostic system based on multi-view and multi-modal transthoracic echocardiograms
Congenital heart disease (CHD) is one of the most common congenital anomalies worldwide, which brings a heavy health and financial burden to patients. Early CHD screening and treatment can significantly improve children's prognosis and quality of life. However, inexperienced sonographers often face difficulties in recognizing CHD through transthoracic echocardiogram (TTE) images.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Heart failure patients who do yoga have stronger hearts and can be more active, research suggests
Yoga focused on breathing, meditation, and relaxation is linked with symptom improvement in patients with heart failure, according to research presented at Heart Failure 2024, held 11--14 May in Lisbon, Portugal.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Researchers create human aortic aneurysm model to advance disease understanding, treatment testing
Using human cells in laboratory rats, Michigan Medicine researchers have developed a functional model of thoracic aortic aneurysm, creating opportunities for more effective understanding of disease development and treatments for the potentially fatal condition, a study suggests.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Tips for lowering stroke risk
May is National Stroke Awareness Month, and as part of everyday awareness, Mayo Clinic health care professionals suggest reducing stroke risk and knowing the signs. A stroke happens every 40 seconds in the U.S., and the likelihood of stroke increases with age, according to the National Institutes of Health.
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Weight loss drug linked with reduced need for diuretics in heart failure patients
Semaglutide reduces the need for loop diuretic use and dose, and has positive effects on symptoms, physical limitations, and body weight in patients with heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) regardless of diuretic use, according to late breaking research presented at Heart Failure 2024, held 11--14 May in Lisbon, Portugal
May 13th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 10th, 2024

Disparities in direct oral anticoagulant initiation have declined in recent years: Study
Historical disparities in initiation of direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) for atrial fibrillation have lessened for Black and Hispanic patients, according to a study published online May 6 in JAMA Network Open.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

The Oura Ring will soon be able to gauge how 'old' your heart is
Cardiovascular age and cardio capacity are meant to help you picture your long-term health.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 8th, 2024

Forget ringing the button for the nurse. Patients now stay connected by wearing one
Patients admitted to Houston Methodist Hospital get a monitoring device about the size of a half-dollar affixed to their chest — and an unwitting role in the expanding use of artificial intelligence in health care.
May 8th, 2024 — Source or Source

Samsung Announces Acquisition of Sonio To Strengthen Its Leading Position in Cutting-Edge Medical Devices
Samsung Medison, a global medical equipment company and an affiliate of Samsung Electronics, today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of the shares of Sonio SAS, a fetal ultrasound AI software company.
May 8th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 7th, 2024

What is blood pressure?
When it contracts, or beats, it sends a surge of blood through the vessels, increasing blood pressure. This is called systolic pressure. When your heart relaxes between beats, your blood pressure decreases. This is called diastolic pressure.
May 7th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 3rd, 2024

Your Apple Watch's AFib history could soon be used in clinical studies
The Apple Watch feature is the first digital health tech qualified under the FDA's MDDT program.
May 3rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — May 1st, 2024

Cardiologists train large AI model to assess heart structure, function
Artificial intelligence experts at Cedars-Sinai and the Smidt Heart Institute created a dataset with more than 1 million echocardiograms, or cardiac ultrasound videos, and their corresponding clinical interpretations. Using this database, they created EchoCLIP, a powerful machine learning algorithm that can "interpret" echocardiogram images and assess key findings.
May 1st, 2024 — Source

NIH-funded clinical trial links frequent anger to increased risk of heart disease
Findings demonstrate impairment of blood vessel function; may lead to heart attack, stroke.
May 1st, 2024 — Source or Source or Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 30th, 2024

Scientists find cancer-like features in atherosclerosis, spurring opportunity for new treatment approaches
NIH-supported findings could open up a new field of cardiovascular disease research using cancer therapies to combat the buildup of disease-causing plaque.
April 30th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 29th, 2024

Gains in heart failure mortality have been erased
Declines in heart failure-related mortality from 1999 to 2012 were entirely reversed from 2012 to 2021, according to a research letter published online April 24 in JAMA Cardiology.
April 29th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 26th, 2024

Air pollution and depression linked with heart disease deaths in middle-aged adults
A study in more than 3,000 US counties, with 315 million residents, has suggested that air pollution is linked with stress and depression, putting under-65-year-olds at increased risk of dying from cardiovascular disease. The research is presented today at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024.
April 26th, 2024 — Source

People with rare longevity mutation may also be protected from cardiovascular disease
A new study highlights possible cardiovascular health advantages in individuals with a rare condition known as growth hormone receptor deficiency (GHRD), also called Laron syndrome.
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Using stem cell-derived heart muscle cells to advance heart regenerative therapy
Regenerative heart therapies involve transplanting cardiac muscle cells into damaged areas of the heart to recover lost function. However, the risk of arrhythmias following this procedure is reportedly high.
April 26th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 22nd, 2024

Atrial fibrillation more common and dangerous in younger people than previously thought
Atrial fibrillation (Afib), a common type of arrhythmia that is on the rise in people under the age of 65, is more dangerous in this increasingly younger population than previously thought, according to a new study published in Circulation Arrhythmia and Electrophysiology and authored by physician-scientists at the UPMC Heart and Vascular Institute.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

ChatGPT shows promise in automating data transfer for stroke treatment
In an ischemic stroke, an artery in the brain is blocked by blood clots and the brain cells can no longer be supplied with blood as a result. Doctors must therefore act quickly and unblock the artery with the help of catheters. During the so-called mechanical thrombectomy, a lot of data has to be recorded and then transferred to various registers. Dr Nils Lehnen, senior physician at the Clinic for Diagnostic and Interventional Neuroradiology and Paediatric Neuroradiology at the University Hospital Bonn (UKB), has now discovered in a study that ChatGPT could be a great help in this data transfer.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024: Delving into burning issues about heart disease and much more
The hottest science in the prevention of heart disease awaits at ESC Preventive Cardiology 2024, a scientific congress of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC). The annual congress of the European Association of Preventive Cardiology (EAPC), a branch of the ESC, takes place 25 to 27 April at the Megaron - Athens International Conference Centre, Greece. Explore the scientific programme.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Leukocyte glucose index, arteriovenous fistula failure linked in ESKD
For patients with end-stage kidney disease (ESKD), a high preoperative leukocyte glucose index (LGI) is associated with arteriovenous fistula (AVF) failure, according to a study published online April 1 in the Journal of Clinical Medicine.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Study provides first stratification of the risk of developing dilated cardiomyopathy in symptom-free genetic carriers
Dilated cardiomyopathy is the most frequent cause of heart failure in young people and is the leading cause of heart transplantation. In this disease, the heart enlarges and reduces its capacity to pump blood. People with dilated cardiomyopathy are at high risk for arrhythmias and sudden death.
April 22th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 17th, 2024

Adults with congenital heart disease face higher risk of abnormal heart rhythms
Almost 1 in 5 adults with congenital heart disease living in Israel had or developed an abnormal heart rhythm/arrhythmia during a five-year study, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Bidirectional Mendelian randomization uncovers link between plasma metabolites and heart attack risk
Myocardial infarction, more commonly known as a heart attack, is a leading cause of death worldwide. Biomarkers called plasma metabolites may play a key role in the physiological pathways involved in myocardial infarctions. Recently published research used a methodological approach called bidirectional Mendelian randomization to understand more about these biomarkers and what they can tell doctors about heart attack risk.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

DASH diet may lower the risk of cardiovascular disease in breast cancer survivors
A new paper in JNCI Cancer Spectrum, published by Oxford University Press, finds that following a healthy diet lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease in breast cancer survivors.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

How a calcium-sensing protein multitasks
The calcium-sensing receptor is critical for maintaining healthy calcium levels, but CaSR is also well-known for its side hustles. The receptor is increasingly recognized for its ability to detect other ions and proteins and for its role in breast cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and other conditions, making it an important drug target for multiple diseases.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Molecular code stimulates pioneer cells to build blood vessels in the body
Cardiovascular diseases, including stroke and myocardial infarction, are the world's leading causes of mortality, accounting for more than 18 million deaths a year. A team of KIT researchers has now identified a new cell type in blood vessels responsible for vascular growth.
April 17th, 2024 — Source

New genetic insights: Sugary beverages linked to higher risk of atrial fibrillation
In a recent study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, researchers used Mendelian randomization (MR) to explore the associations between the intake of pure fruit juices (PFJ) and sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) with cardiovascular disease (CVD).
April 17th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 15th, 2024

Acute cardiac event reported in 22.4% of seniors hospitalized with RSV
More than 22% of older hospitalized adults with respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infection experience an acute cardiac event, according to a study published online April 15 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Circulating biomolecules identify patients with atrial fibrillation at high risk of cardiovascular events
An analysis of the biomolecule substudy of the EAST--AFNET 4 trial has revealed that biomolecule concentrations in the blood of patients with atrial fibrillation can be used to identify patients at high and low cardiovascular risk.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

One in four US adolescents identify as non-heterosexual, comparative analysis finds
A recent Northwestern Medicine comparative analysis of national survey results found that 1 in 4 U.S. adolescents in grades 9 through 12 reported their sexual identity as non-heterosexual, according to findings published in JAMA Pediatrics.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Remote monitoring of heart attack patients found to reduce hospital readmissions
Remote monitoring of patients who had recently had a heart attack was found to have a significant effect on readmissions to hospital, in research carried out at Imperial College London with patients at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
April 15th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 12th, 2024

How the inflamed brain becomes disconnected after a stroke
Whether reeling from a sudden stroke or buckling under the sustained assault of Alzheimer's, the brain becomes inflamed, leading to cognitive problems and even death.
April 12th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 10th, 2024

More than half a million global stroke deaths may be tied to climate change
A changing climate may be linked to growing death and disability from stroke in regions around the world, according to a study published in the April 10, 2024, online issue of Neurology.
April 10th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 5th, 2024

Clinical trial: First cardiac bioimplants for treatment of myocardial infarction using umbilical cord stem cells
The results of a pioneering study support the safety of the bioimplants called PeriCord, made from stem cells of the umbilical cord and pericardium from a tissue donor, which aid in the regeneration and revascularization of the affected area.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

High blood pressure linked to increased risk of malaria in mice
Hypertensive mice with abnormal red blood cells are at greater risk for developing malaria, according to a new study published ahead of print in the journal Function.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Lifetime stress exposure impacts cardiovascular reactivity in Black Americans, study shows
Daily and lifetime exposure to stress may cause wear and tear on the stress responses of Black Americans, blunting their biological stress response, a new University of Michigan study shows.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Pig hearts kept alive outside the body for more than 24 hours offers hope for many humans needing a transplant
Fifty-six years after the first human-to-human heart transplantation, more than 5,000 hearts are transplanted each year around the world. This number is far from enough to give a new heart to everyone who needs one, with up to 50,000 people needing one at any time.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Research sheds light on effectiveness of FDA's black box warning for asthma drug
A University of Oklahoma study about a "black box warning" for the asthma drug Singulair continues to influence a national conversation about the medication and its reported neuropsychiatric side effects in children and adolescents. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration assigns black box warnings, sometimes called boxed warnings, as the highest safety-related consumer warning the organization assigns to medications, intended to bring attention to the risks of taking the medication.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Study investigates the role of gaze in tackling new and complex tasks
Putting away items on a shelf is something we do without giving it much thought—right? In fact, various skills need to be coordinated to accomplish even simple tasks: Hand-eye coordination, memory, problem solving and attention are just some of them. To ensure that everything works smoothly and quickly in the end, the interplay of these cognitive requirements must also be planned.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Study shows social workers in Sweden face elevated risk of mental disorders
A recent study from the Institute of Environmental Medicine published in the Journal of Affective Disorders shows worrying trends in common mental illness among social workers in Sweden.
April 5th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 4th, 2024

Fontan circulation link to changes in the genetic code may lead to new treatment for heart conditions
Patients who have had surgery to create a Fontan circulation show changes in their genetic code, which may provide a new treatment opportunity to reduce premature aging.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Review identifies disrupted mitochondrial metabolism as a trigger for diabetic cardiomyopathy
Diabetes is a global health burden. A whopping 536 million people worldwide struggle with diabetes. Diabetic cardiomyopathy (DC) is a serious condition characterized by impaired heart function due to diabetes-related metabolic abnormalities.
April 4th, 2024 — Source

This startup detects heart disease using motion sensors in your phone
We spoke to the CEO of CardioSignal, offering an early-detection system for atrial fibrillation
April 4th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — April 2nd, 2024

Certain gut bacteria may help lower cholesterol and heart disease risk
Changes in the gut microbiome have been implicated in a range of diseases including type 2 diabetes, obesity, and inflammatory bowel disease. Now, a team of researchers at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard along with Massachusetts General Hospital has found that microbes in the gut may affect cardiovascular disease as well
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Researchers discover new links between cellular-waste removal and the development of Parkinson's
Although Parkinson's disease has been recognized for more than 100 years, no treatments can slow or halt the disease's progress, let alone cure it. One of the major factors underlying this lack of progress is our relatively poor understanding of how the disease develops.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Researchers recommend update of dental antibiotic guidelines to protect high-risk heart patients
Research led by the University of Sheffield found that dental patients at high risk of infective endocarditis, a life-threatening infection, should be given antibiotics before undergoing invasive dental treatment.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Scientists link certain gut bacteria to lower heart disease risk
Changes in the gut microbiome have been implicated in a range of diseases including type 2 diabetes, obesity, and inflammatory bowel disease. Now, a team of researchers at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard along with Massachusetts General Hospital has found that microbes in the gut may affect cardiovascular disease as well.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Study finds elevated sodium consumption in heart disease patients
Individuals with heart disease stand to gain the most from a low-sodium diet but, on average, consume over twice the recommended daily sodium intake, according to a study being presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source or Source

Study links e-cigarette use with higher risk of heart failure
People who use e-cigarettes are significantly more likely to develop heart failure compared with those who have never used them, according to one of the largest prospective studies to date investigating possible links between vaping and heart failure. The findings are being presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Study shows heart health declines rapidly after menopause
A woman's cardiovascular risk can rise sharply after she goes through menopause, quickly catching up to men of a similar age and health profile, according to new findings presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session. Researchers said the study underscores the importance of recognizing and addressing early warning signs of heart disease risk in women as they lose the protective effects of estrogen after menopause.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Want to cut US heart risks? Get more people into primary care, study suggests
When someone has a heart attack or a stroke, specialized care can give them the best chance of surviving.
April 2nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 29th, 2024

Act on mystery chest pain to reduce risk of heart attack, researchers urge
Future heart attacks could be better prevented in people visiting their GP with unexplained chest pain, after Keele researchers developed the clearest picture yet of the factors that put them at higher risk. The research is published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

FDA approves Winrevair for pulmonary arterial hypertension in adults
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Winrevair (sotatercept-csrk) as an injectable treatment for pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) in adults.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Sit less, live healthier: Trial shows blood pressure drops with less sitting
In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers investigated whether reducing sitting time could effectively improve blood pressure (BP) among older adults.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Up to 30 percent of CVD mortality attributable to excess salt intake
Excess sodium intake is associated with 10 to 30 percent of cardiovascular disease (CVD) mortality, according to a study published online March 26 in JAMA Network Open.
March 29th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 28th, 2024

Binge drinking boosts heart risks, especially for women
Imbibing more than a drink per day significantly raises heart risks for all, but binge drinking is especially harmful, particularly for women, new research shows.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Virtual rehabilitation can provide benefits for stroke recovery
A stroke often impacts a person's ability to move their lower body from the hips down to the feet. This leads to diminished quality of life and mental health in addition to increased susceptibility to falls.
March 28th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 27th, 2024

Could AI play a role in locating damage to the brain after stroke?
In a new study, AI processed text from health histories and neurologic examinations to locate lesions in the brain. The study, which looked specifically at the large language model called generative pre-trained transformer 4 (GPT-4), is published in the online issue of Neurology Clinical Practice.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

High blood pressure hurts the kidneys
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common problem that affects the body's arteries. If you have high blood pressure, the heart has to work harder to pump blood.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Mindful reading can promote mental health, says expert
Reading provides benefits throughout all stages of life. It increases knowledge, solidifies previously learned information, and benefits children with their development, learning, socialization and imagination.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Psychologists determine concern for others emerges during second year of life
Children have been shown to already exhibit empathic concern at 18 months. In an LMU study published in Cognitive Development, the facial expressions, gestures, or vocalizations of children at this age indicated they were emotionally affected by the distress of another person.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Researchers introduce enhanced brain signal analysis technique
University of Minnesota Medical School researchers have introduced a new, refined method for analyzing brain signals, enhancing our understanding of brain functionality. This research has the potential to improve treatments for neurological conditions such as Parkinson's disease, pain, epilepsy and depression. The findings were recently published in NeuroImage.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Study finds link between getting too little sleep and high blood pressure
Sleeping fewer than seven hours is associated with a higher risk of developing high blood pressure over time, according to a study presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Secrets of the naked mole-rat: New study reveals how their unique metabolism protects them from heart attacks
This unusual, subterranean mammal with extreme longevity shows genetic adaptations to low oxygen environments which could offer opportunities for advancing other areas of physiological and medical research in humans, including the development of novel therapeutic approaches.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Social and environmental factors may raise risk of developing heart disease and stroke
People who live in areas with social and environmental adversities may have up to twice the increased risk for developing heart disease and stroke, according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Study finds your genes may raise your heart attack risk during high-stress times
People with specific genetic traits and those who have anxiety or depression have a significantly higher heart attack risk during periods of social or political stress than at other times, according to a new study being presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session. Researchers said the findings suggest opportunities to identify those at elevated risk and perhaps even prevent cardiac events.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Study: Environmental and social adversities double heart disease risk
People who live in areas with social and environmental adversities may have up to twice the increased risk for developing heart disease and stroke, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Two deaths, 100 hospitalizations in Japan supplement scare
Two deaths and more than 100 hospitalizations have been linked to a growing health scare in Japan around dietary supplements meant to lower cholesterol, the government said Wednesday.
March 27th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 22nd, 2024

Anti-inflammatory molecules show promise in reducing risks of further heart damage
Research into the protective effects of two anti-inflammatory molecules following a heart attack has found that two proteins reduce the inflammatory response and scarring within the injured heart. The study is published in The American Journal of Pathology.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Are you a mosquito magnet? Here's why and what you can do about it
Mosquitoes are some of the most effective hunters on the planet. They can track you down at great distance by sniffing out the air you breathe.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Blood tests could identify people with AFib at risk for 'breakthrough' stroke
Looking at specific substances in the blood of people with atrial fibrillation, a type of irregular heartbeat, could help identify who's at risk for a stroke despite taking blood-thinning medication to prevent one, new research suggests.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Hearts not sharks are a major killer on Aussie beaches
Research published today in the Australian and New Zealand Journal of Public Health shows that almost 40% of deaths that occur in the coast are not drowning related, with cardiac conditions and traumatic injuries the major culprits.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Lung disease puts patients at risk of developing heart conditions regardless of other risk factors
A new study published in Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases looked at patients who have a rare genetic condition called Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency (AATD) which causes lung disease similar to COPD independently of any risk factors such as smoking or age.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Researchers describe tools to better understand CaMKII, a protein involved in brain and heart disease
The health impacts of a complex protein that plays a major role in the development of Alzheimer's disease and heart conditions can be lessened by three kinds of drug inhibitors, according to scientists at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
March 22nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 20th, 2024

Myocarditis sufferer educates students about healthy lifestyles
Shaunte Brewer didn't know that her health was in danger at age 13. As the Chicago resident recalls, she was more focused on passing her softball test in gym than on her prevalent cough. Fortunately, Brewer's mother determined that the sound and persistence of her daughter's cough called for a trip to the hospital.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Oxidative stress in heart failure found to vary between males and females
Researchers from Karolinska Institutet, AstraZeneca, Würzburg University, Science for Life Laboratories and Uppsala University have found that oxidative stress in heart failure varies depending on sex, with female mouse hearts having stronger natural defenses against oxidative damage.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Study suggests an 'odor sensor' may explain male and female differences in blood pressure
Using data from both mice and humans, a Johns Hopkins Medicine research team has found that a cell surface protein that senses odors and chemicals may be responsible for—and help explain—sex differences in mammalian blood pressure.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Unraveling the mysteries of the presynapse with super resolution microscopy
Researchers from UQ's Queensland Brain Institute (QBI) have revealed the pivotal role played by Synapsin 2a proteins in orchestrating the organization and mobility of synaptic vesicles within live neurons.
March 20th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 18th, 2024

8-hour time-restricted eating linked to a 91% higher risk of cardiovascular death
An analysis of over 20,000 U.S. adults found that people who limited their eating to less than 8 hours per day, a time-restricted eating plan, were more likely to die from cardiovascular disease compared to people who ate across 12-16 hours per day, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association's Epidemiology and Prevention│Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Scientific Sessions 2024, March 18- 21, in Chicago. The meeting offers the latest science on population-based health and wellness and implications for lifestyle.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

A blood test could help identify those at highest risk of dying from heart failure, study finds
A blood test could help identify those at highest risk of dying from heart failure, new research has found. The study found that patients with highest levels of a protein called neuropeptide Y (NPY) were 50% more likely to die from a heart complication over the three years that the research was conducted, compared to those with lower levels.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Black individuals with a genetic mutation found to have increased risk of developing atrial fibrillation, heart failure
Physician--scientists from the University of Alabama at Birmingham Marnix E. Heersink School of Medicine led a nationwide genetic study examining the role of genetic mutations in the Titin, TTN, gene in Black individuals. In their study, published in Nature Cardiovascular Research they found that Black individuals carrying these genetic variants were at a high risk of developing atrial fibrillation and heart failure.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Five-minute test during routine GP appointments could prevent stroke
People at risk should be tested for atrial fibrillation every time they attend a health appointment, according to results of the AFFECT-EU project, which is holding its final event today in Brussels, Belgium. Patients at high risk of the disorder, such as those with heart failure or prior stroke, should be invited for a screening test.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

New test shows promise for diagnosing and managing portal hypertension
Portal hypertension (PHT) is a severe complication of chronic liver disease, like cirrhosis, where increased pressure builds up in the portal vein. This major blood vessel drains blood from the intestines, spleen, and stomach to the liver. This can lead to life-threatening complications such as internal bleeding and liver failure.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Peer coaching effective in controlling high blood pressure in young Black patients
For younger Black patients living in rural parts of the Southeastern United States, peer coaching is more effective than traditional clinical care in controlling high blood pressure, according to a new study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian. The investigators learned that for people under age 60 who have persistently uncontrolled hypertension, the benefits of working with a peer health coach were equivalent to what would be expected from taking a low dose of blood pressure medication.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Peer-coaching helps socially marginalized individuals lower blood pressure, finds study
According to a new study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian, for younger Black patients living in rural parts of the Southeastern United States, peer coaching is more effective than traditional clinical care in controlling high blood pressure.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Potential novel biomarkers of coronary heart disease discovered
Coronary heart disease (CHD) is one of the most common causes of death worldwide—especially in Europe: Here, it is responsible for nearly half of all deaths. Among middle-aged adults, individuals with type 2 diabetes (T2D) have a two to four times higher risk of developing CHD than people without T2D. The research team investigated the predictive performance of protein biomarkers on incident CHD in individuals with and without T2D.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Researchers identify novel protein biomarkers linked to coronary heart disease NewsGuard 100/100 Score
Coronary heart disease is a major global health problem, especially among people with type 2 diabetes. Researchers at the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD), Helmholtz Munich, and Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich (LMU) have identified novel protein biomarkers that are associated with the development of CHD in people with and without diabetes. The results have been published in Cardiovascular Diabetology.ase (CHD) is one of the most common causes of death worldwide-;especially in Europe: Here, it is responsible for nearly half of all deaths.
March 18th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 15th, 2024

Ramadan and Lent fasts could have cardiovascular benefits
Food abstinence is all the rage when it comes to health and well-being, it seems. Wherever you look, from the UK's prime minister, Rishi Sunak, to Hollywood celebrities like Thor star Chris Hemsworth, someone's extolling the virtues of fasting for mind and body.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 14th, 2024

African American veterans with PTSD have higher risk of re-hospitalization after stroke, finds study
After a stroke, African American veterans previously diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were significantly more likely to be re-hospitalized than those without PTSD. PTSD did not raise the risk of post-stroke readmission in white veterans, according to research published in Stroke.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Bariatric surgery linked to heart health improvements in people with severe obesity
Bariatric surgery may result in significant cardiometabolic improvements, particularly among younger, female, or white people and those without comorbidities, according to new research, titled "Cardiometabolic Improvements After Metabolic Surgery and Related Pre-surgery Factors," published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Cardiologists lead national study on novel bleeding monitoring system
Interventional cardiologists at Henry Ford Hospital led a national multi-center clinical study, dubbed the "SAFE-MCS" study, that evaluated the safety of complex, high-risk percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) using mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and surveillance with the Early Bird Bleed Monitoring System (EBBMS).
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Ginkgo biloba compounds found to improve cognitive function following stroke
Ginkgo Diterpene Lactone Meglumine (GDLM), a group of organic compounds that derive from the Ginkgo biloba plant, can improve cognitive function in patients who recently experienced an acute ischemic stroke, according to new research. The study is the first to examine the potential of GDLM for improving cognitive function in acute ischemic stroke patients.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

New findings on the prevention of heart attacks and strokes
Novel approach for the treatment of vascular deposits identified
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Small amounts of licorice raise blood pressure, study finds
It is known that large amounts of licorice cause high blood pressure. A study by researchers at Linkoping University now shows that even small amounts of licorice raise blood pressure. The individuals who react most strongly also show signs of strain on the heart.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Therapy using intense light and chronological time can benefit heart
Managing circadian rhythms through intense light and chronologically timed therapy can help prevent or treat a variety of circulatory system conditions including heart disease, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus.
March 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 11th, 2024

Exploring how the liver immune system eats up 'bad cholesterol'
A new study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden reveals that immune cells in the liver react to high cholesterol levels and eat up excess cholesterol that can otherwise cause damage to arteries. The findings, published in Nature Cardiovascular Research, suggest that the response to the onset of atherosclerosis begins in the liver.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

In our cellular 'glue,' scientists find answers about heart attacks, strokes and more
University of Virginia School of Medicine scientists have found important answers about strokes, heart attacks, and cardiovascular diseases by probing the biological glue our bodies create to protect us from those deadly dangers.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Microplastics and nanoplastics could be harming your heart health
In a recent study published in The New England Journal of Medicine, researchers investigated whether micro- and nano-plastics (MNPs) are detectable in atherosclerotic plaques.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Nurse-led strategy found to reduce cardiovascular risk factors for people with HIV
Nurse-led management can lower cardiovascular risk factors among individuals with HIV receiving antiretroviral therapy, according to a study published online March 5 in JAMA Network Open.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Overall stroke rates down, but hemorrhagic stroke up in recent years
Age-standardized stroke rates mostly declined from 1990 to 2019, with the exception of hemorrhagic stroke, the rates of which increased, according to a study published online March 4 in JAMA Neurology.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Paclitaxel-coated balloon effective for coronary in-stent restenosis: Study
A paclitaxel-coated balloon is superior to an uncoated balloon for the composite end point of target lesion failure among patients undergoing coronary angioplasty for in-stent restenosis, according to a study published online March 9 in the Journal of the American Medical Association to coincide with Cardiovascular Research Technologies 2024, held from March 9 to 12 in Washington, D.C.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Under newly-revised guidelines, more stroke patients qualify for life-saving thrombectomy
UConn Health has elite expertise in a highly specialized cranial procedure known to be effective as an urgent intervention for certain types of stroke. Now, its neurosurgeons and interventional radiologists can offer this potentially life-saving procedure to more patients.
March 11th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 8th, 2024

Evaluating outcomes of extended thrombolytic therapy for ischemic stroke
Thrombolytic therapy administered longer after the onset of ischemic stroke than current recommendations did not demonstrate improved clinical outcomes as compared to placebo, according to a recent trial published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Finding ways to reduce the financial and social costs of children's pacemakers
As the number of complex heart operations has increased over the years, so have cases of postoperative heart block, a form of arrhythmia that often requires a pacemaker and more surgery. Heart block occurs when unseen conduction tissue—the cells and electrical signals that control the beating of a heart—is injured.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Stricter blood-alcohol concentration limits may lead to more hit-and-run fatalities, finds study
Stricter laws on blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits while driving might have an unintended consequence on hit-and-run fatalities, according to a study from researchers at Florida Atlantic University and the University of Miami.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Study shows good sleep stimulates the immune system
Researchers at LMU Munich have shown that sleep enhances the migratory potential of T cells toward lymph nodes.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

What families need to know about how to safely store firearms at home
For the past few years, guns have been identified as the leading cause of death for children in the United States.
March 8th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 6th, 2024

Does stroke risk linked to sleep apnea vary by race?
The risk of stroke tied to sleep apnea may vary for Black people and white people, according to a study published in Neurology.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Even low levels of leisure-time physical activity can prevent stroke in the long term
Recently, scientists conducted a systematic review and metaanalysis to understand better whether different levels of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) prevent stroke. This review is available in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry study.
March 6th, 2024 — Source or Source

How residential green spaces impact bone health and osteoporosis risk
In a recent study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases, scientists investigate whether green spaces in residential areas were associated with a lower risk of incident osteoporosis and changes in bone mineral density.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Increased daily step count may reduce the risk of death and cardiovascular disease
Every additional step up to around 10,000 steps per day reduces the risk of death and cardiovascular disease (CVD), regardless of how much remaining time is spent sedentary, reports a large population-based study published online in the British Journal of Sports Medicine.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Injectable hydrogel mitigates damage to the right ventricle of the heart, study finds
An injectable hydrogel can mitigate damage to the right ventricle of the heart with chronic pressure overload, according to a new study published in JACC: Basic to Translational Science.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

Living heart muscle slices drive RNA research into heart failure
Researchers from Hannover Medical School (MHH) have placed living human heart tissue in a nutrient solution and used it to test new drugs and innovative approaches to combat heart failure.
March 6th, 2024 — Source

More than half of American Indian youth may have abnormal or high cholesterol
NIH-funded study highlights importance of cholesterol screenings and education.
March 6th, 2024 — Source or Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 4th, 2024

Can people with an irregular heartbeat drink coffee? Cardiologist says 'yes'
When Dr. David Kao tells patients they have atrial fibrillation—an irregular and often rapid heart rhythm that can lead to stroke, blood clots or other health issues—their first question is usually "Do I have to give up coffee?"
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Discovering the molecular recognition of technological solids by mutant self-assembling peptides
In a study recently published in the journal Small, researchers from Nano Life Science Institute (WPI NanoLSI), Kanazawa University, Japan, collaborating with Professor Sarikaya, Seattle, U.S., used frequency modulated atomic force microscopy to reveal the molecular architecture of genetically designed and point mutated peptides and their self-organizations each forming single-molecule thick, distinct biological crystals on atomically flat graphite and MoS2 surfaces, offering a potential platform for hybrid technologies such as bioelectronics, biosensors, and protein arrays.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Going 'California sober' may be bad for your heart finds study
The evidence is mounting that your daily toke can be bad for your heart. A large new study in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that the more often someone partakes in cannabis, the higher their risk of heart disease, heart attack or stroke. Daily users had a 25% higher chance of having a heart attack and 42% higher odds of a stroke than non-users.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Is air pollution associated with increased incidence of myocardial infarction and cardiogenic shock?
In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers from Korea explored the association between prolonged exposure to air pollution (AP) and ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) and in-hospital cardiogenic shock.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Nanomedicine research aims to transform treatment of aortic aneurysms
Aortic aneurysms are bulges in the aorta, the largest blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, or injury can all increase the risk of aneurysms, which tend to occur more often in Caucasian male smokers over the age of 65.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Nanoparticle therapy offers hope for aortic aneurysm treatment
Aortic aneurysms are bulges in the aorta, the largest blood vessel that carries oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Smoking, high blood pressure, diabetes, or injury can all increase the risk of aneurysms, which tend to occur more often in Caucasian male smokers over the age of 65.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

New research shows swapping meat for mycoprotein-containing food lowers bad cholesterol by 10%
Regularly substituting meat for mycoprotein such as Quorn could help to lower bad cholesterol by 10%, which is comparable to switching to a Mediterranean or vegan diet.
March 4th, 2024 — Source or Source

Robotic hip exoskeleton could be a promising avenue for stroke rehabilitation
More than 80% of stroke survivors experience walking difficulty, significantly impacting their daily lives, independence, and overall quality of life. Now, new research from the University of Massachusetts Amherst pushes forward the bounds of stroke recovery with a unique robotic hip exoskeleton, designed as a training tool to improve walking function. This invites the possibility of new therapies that are more accessible and easier to translate from practice to daily life compared to current rehabilitation methods.
March 4th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — March 1st, 2024

Peripheral artery system at risk of disease due to family history, lifestyle
Most people have heard of heart attacks occurring because of a blocked coronary artery. But the body has two types of artery systems: the coronary artery system, which relates to the heart, and peripheral artery system, which involves the arteries carrying oxygenated blood to the arms, legs, brain and the rest of the body.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Researcher advances novel therapeutic agent for hemorrhagic stroke
A drug being developed by scientists at The University of Toledo could one day help stroke survivors return to the lives they previously enjoyed.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Schizophrenia linked to increased risk for subsequent CVD events
Schizophrenia is associated with an increased risk of subsequent cardiovascular disease (CVD) events, with the association stronger in women, according to a study published online Feb. 27 in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
March 1st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 28th, 2024

Blood pressure chart: What your reading means
High blood pressure is called hypertension. This blood pressure chart can help you figure out if your blood pressure is at a healthy level. It also can help you understand if you need to take some steps to improve your numbers.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Cannabis use linked to increase in heart attack and stroke risk
An analysis of 430,000 adults in the U.S. found that using cannabis, most commonly through smoking, eating, or vaporizing it, was significantly associated with a higher risk of heart attack and stroke, even after controlling for tobacco use (combustible cigarettes and other tobacco products) and other cardiovascular risk factors, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
February 28th, 2024 — Source or Source

New blood biomarkers identified to predict cardiovascular risk in rheumatoid arthritis patients
Rheumatoid arthritis impacts approximately 2 million people in the United States and is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease. However, assessing cardiovascular risk is difficult in patients with rheumatoid arthritis because standard clinical assessments based on factors like age, cholesterol, and smoking status tend to underestimate cardiovascular risk in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis.
February 28th, 2024 — Source or Source

Research discovers promising biomarker for sudden cardiac death in men
Plasma 4&beta-hydroxycholesterol (4&betaHC) measurement could offer a possibility to predict and prevent sudden cardiac deaths in men with coronary artery disease, according to a study by the University of Oulu.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Smoking cannabis associated with increased risk of heart attack, stroke
NIH-funded observational study shows risk grows sharply with more frequent use.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Study: Potential biomarker in the blood predicts sudden cardiac deaths
The discovery of a biomarker readily measured in blood could be a significant step towards preventing sudden deaths.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

The aorta categorized as an independent organ for the first time
The aorta, also known as the main artery, is now categorized as an independent human organ. This has now been established in the guidelines for aortic surgical treatments of the European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS) and the US Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS).
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Urgent need to develop best practices to advance use of AI in cardiovascular care
Artificial intelligence (AI) may transform cardiovascular medicine. For now, though, many challenges remain, and few AI tools have been proven to improve care, according to a new American Heart Association scientific statement published in Circulation.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Whole genome sequencing reveals new genetic marker for cardiomyopathy
In the first study to use whole genome sequencing to examine tandem repeat expansions in heart conditions, scientists at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) have laid the groundwork for early detection of and future precision therapies for cardiomyopathy.
February 28th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 27th, 2024

A blow to the heart can kill you—or bring you back to life
I first became aware of the notion of the "touch of death" as a teenager—after watching Uma Thurman as the Bride finally kill Bill using the five-point-palm exploding-heart technique. More recently, news has broken that the death of political prisoner, Alexei Navalny, may have been a result of a single, forceful blow to the chest—apparently a trademark of the KGB.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

How eating disorders can damage the heart
Every 52 minutes, someone in the U.S. dies from an eating disorder. Some of those deaths will be from cardiovascular complications.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Innovative therapies for ischemic stroke: Novel bicarbonate-sensing G protein-coupled receptor shows promise
appropriate acid--base balance to support optimal function. Under normal physiological settings, the pH inside cells remains within a controlled range. However, disruptions in this equilibrium have been linked to a wide range of health conditions, both minor and catastrophic.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Living near pubs, bars and fast-food restaurants could be bad for heart health
Living close to pubs, bars and fast-food restaurants may lead to a higher risk of heart failure, according to new research published in Circulation: Heart Failure.
February 27th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 26th, 2024

A clearer image of glaucoma: The relationship between unfolding and aggregation for glaucoma-associated myocilin
From Parkinson's and Alzheimer's to cardiac arrhythmia, amyloids are linked to a number of diseases. These aggregates of proteins form in the body when a protein loses its normal structure and misfolds or mutates. And since many of these proteins are large and complicated, just how some of these mutations occur and aggregate remains a mystery—as does the creation of effective treatments.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

A low-cost system to collect EEG measurements during VR experiences
Recent technological advances have enabled the development of increasingly advanced systems and devices for measuring brain activity in both research and medical settings. A concept that has been widely explored and yet not effectively realized is that of collecting electroencephalography (EEG) measurements while people are navigating virtual reality (VR) environments.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Arterial connections found to improve treatment outcomes following stroke
Blood vessels that cross-connect adjacent arterial trees regulate blood flow to the brain in stroke patients. Researchers at the University of Zurich have now shown that these vessels prevent brain hemorrhage following treatment to remove blood clots. They play a crucial role in the recovery of stroke patients.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Discrimination found to smoking habits, hurting heart health
Everyday discrimination can influence unhealthy coping behaviors such as smoking, thereby increasing the risk of heart disease, according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Engineered heart cells may improve understanding of atrial fibrillation
A multidisciplinary team of investigators has engineered a more accurate model for studying the mechanisms underlying atrial fibrillation and its response to treatment, according to findings published in Science Advances.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Harnessing multi-omics and AI for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease management
Despite considerable life-saving progress, cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of death globally, claiming an estimated 17.9 million lives each year. Most CVD-related deaths are from heart attacks and strokes, with a significant portion occurring prematurely in people under 70 years of age.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Healthcare leaders advocate for restoring Canada's hypertension control program
A passionate plea for the re-establishment of Canada's health coalition focused on hypertension prevention and control appears as an editorial in the Canadian Journal of Cardiology, published by Elsevier. "We need a national hypertension control program to prevent death and disability," according to prominent healthcare leaders.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

How much exercise do you need for a healthy heart?
February is Heart Month, a time to focus on our cardiovascular well-being and creating a healthy lifestyle. It's also important to recognize the warning signs of heart disease and understand the exercise paradox.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Know your numbers: What is your heart rate?
Your heart rate, or pulse, is the number of times your heart beats per minute. Your resting heart rate is when the heart is pumping the lowest amount of blood you need because you're not exercising.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Researchers uncover crucial role of collateral blood vessels in stroke recovery
Blood vessels that cross-connect adjacent arterial trees regulate blood flow to the brain in stroke patients. Researchers at the University of Zurich have now shown that these vessels prevent brain hemorrhage following treatment to remove blood clots. They play a crucial role in the recovery of stroke patients
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Take heart murmurs seriously say cardiologists
Detecting a heart murmur on your own can be tricky. A murmur is an extra heart sound that can be heard by a stethoscope.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Study reveals early death predictors in COVID-19 patients with cardiac injury
Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. The activation of immune and thrombotic biomarkers at admission, and their ability to predict cardiac injury and mortality patterns in COVID-19, remains unclear.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Vest can detect earlier signs of heart muscle disease
A reusable vest that can map the electric impulses of the heart in fine detail could detect abnormalities from a potentially fatal heart disease much earlier than is currently possible, suggests a new study led by UCL researchers.
February 26th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 24th, 2024

Researchers create more realistic synthetic human mini hearts
Thanks to advancements in the development of patented synthetic human-like hearts first created at Michigan State, researchers can study human heart development and congenital heart disease on highly accurate models. This is facilitating the development of new therapies and pharmaceutical drugs to treat a variety of heart-related diseases just in time for the observance of American Heart Month in February.
February 24th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 23rd, 2024

Dos and don'ts developed for direct oral anticoagulants
Direct oral anticoagulants (DOACs) are a common treatment for patients with a wide variety of cardiovascular conditions. DOACs are the preferred treatment over vitamin K antagonists (VKAs) for many patients with atrial fibrillation or venous thromboembolism since the latter would have a higher risk of intracranial bleeding and a more complex dosing routine.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Genes affect your blood pressure from early childhood, data show
Certain genes associated with hypertension affect blood pressure from early in life, and they increase the risk of cardiovascular disease as you get older. But you can do something about it.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

New study shows glycan sugar coating of IgG immunoglobulin can predict cardiovascular health
When people hear about predicting heart disease, most will think of cholesterol levels. While cholesterol is a major contributor to heart disease, a recent study from Brigham and Women's Hospital, a founding member of Mass General Brigham, found that a glycan biomarker of IgG is also an important predictor for cardiovascular diseases (CVD).
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Researchers identify potential treatment for cardiovascular disease linked to Type 2 diabetes
New research at the Roy Blunt NextGen Precision Health building has discovered a potential treatment for an underlying cause of cardiovascular disease in people with Type 2 diabetes.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Torn neck arteries may be more common than once thought
Along each side of the neck are a pair of arteries that supply blood to the brain. It's rare for one of those blood vessels to tear. But it's one of the most common causes of a stroke in younger adults, according to a new report that comes on the heels of research showing that cases appear to be rising, especially among women.
February 23rd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 21st, 2024

Mitochondrial activation enhances cardiac regeneration therapy
Regenerative therapy to treat heart failure is more effective when the mitochondria of the regenerative cells are activated prior to treatment.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Researchers report on muscle as a heart-health predictor
Body composition—often expressed as the amount of fat in relation to muscle—is one of the standard predictors of cardiac health. Now, new research from the University of California San Diego indicates more muscle doesn't automatically mean lower risk of heart trouble.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Study finds mitochondrial activation in transplanted cells promotes regenerative therapy for heart failure
Heart failure stands as a leading cause of mortality worldwide, demanding advanced treatment options. Despite the urgency for more effective treatments, options for severe heart failure remain limited. Cell transplantation therapy has emerged as a promising ray of hope, as it can be used in regenerative therapy to heal the heart.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Study highlights COVID-19's mental health toll on older adults with stroke history
A new longitudinal study from the University of Toronto highlights the substantial mental health toll of the COVID-19 pandemic on older adults with a history of stroke.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Study identifies optimal daily steps for heart failure prevention in older women
The science is clear that movement is good for our bodies as we age. But just how much physical activity is beneficial for people over 60? A new study from the University at Buffalo provides an answer, and it's not 10,000 steps per day.
February 21st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 19th, 2024

A high-protein diet and elevation in the amino acid leucine may contribute to buildup of plaque in arteries
In a recent study published in Nature Metabolism, researchers conducted clinical studies on murine animals and humans to evaluate the impact of high protein intake on the amino acid-mammalian target of the rapamycin complex 1 (mTORC1) autophagy signaling pathway. They also assessed the dose-response relationship, downstream effects, and amino acid specificity of mTORC1 activation.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Antihypertensive combos recommended for BTKi-linked hypertension
Specific combinations of antihypertensives are recommended for patients with Bruton's tyrosine kinase inhibitor (BTKi)-associated hypertension (HTN), according to a study published online Feb. 5 in Blood Advances.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Endovascular thrombectomy found to be beneficial for large ischemic stroke
For patients with acute ischemic stroke and large cores, endovascular thrombectomy (EVT) improves clinical outcomes compared with medical management (MM), according to a study published online Feb. 7 in the Journal of the American Medical Association to coincide with the annual American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference, which was held from Feb. 7 to 9 in Phoenix.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Melatonin treatment does not affect insulin resistance of night shift workers
Melatonin treatment does not affect the insulin resistance or the glucose tolerance of night shift workers, according to a new study from the University of Surrey and the University Medical Centre Hamburg. Melatonin treatment does, however, significantly improve the sleep quality of those working shifts.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Revealing the gut's crucial role in lung disease
Research led by the Centenary Institute, the University of Technology Sydney, and the Hunter Medical Research Institute suggests that the gut microbiome plays a pivotal role in the development of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), paving the way for new therapeutic treatments.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Study discovers link between high levels of niacin and heart disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have identified a new pathway that contributes to cardiovascular disease associated with high levels of niacin, a common B vitamin previously recommended to lower cholesterol.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Study discovers molecular mechanism that could explain why eating too much protein is bad for your arteries
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine researchers discovered a molecular mechanism by which excessive dietary protein could increase atherosclerosis risk. The findings were published in Nature Metabolism.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Study finds youth-onset diabetes is a genetically distinct form of the disorder
The diabetes field has long classified the disorder into genetically distinct groups, including type 1 and type 2. However, new genetics research focused on a form of type 2 diabetes (T2D) that is becoming more common in adolescents suggests a more complicated picture.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Study highlights disparities in life-saving treatment for stroke after heart surgery
Although stroke treatments have vastly improved in recent years, leading to better outcomes for many, one population of patients often does not receive these effective therapies: those who suffer strokes following heart surgery.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Study suggests high levels of vitamin B3 breakdown products are linked to higher risk of mortality, heart attacks, and stroke
In a recent study published in Nature Medicine, researchers utilized an untargeted metabolomics technique to look for new compounds and pathways that may contribute to residual cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

To appreciate music, the human brain listens and learns to predict
Music has been central to human cultures for tens of thousands of years, but how our brains perceive it has long been shrouded in mystery.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Understanding early effects of psoriasis drug offers potential for personalized treatment
Academic researchers from King's College London have investigated the early effects of an immunosuppressant drug that could help clinicians with future personalized approaches for the treatment of psoriasis.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Understanding the relationship between our sleep, body clock and mental health
Problems with our sleep and internal body clock can trigger or worsen a range of psychiatric disorders, according to a new review of recent research evidence.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

What bodily secretions like blood, wax and tears can tell us about our health
Dry scalp? Blocked ears? Crusted eyes? Our bodies produce many different unusual, sometimes repellent secretions, and their function doesn't always seem entirely clear. But each has their own important role, which often goes unappreciated.
February 19th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 14th, 2024

Adjuvant methylprednisolone role examined in acute ischemic stroke
For patients with acute ischemic stroke secondary to large-vessel occlusion (LVO) undergoing endovascular thrombectomy, adjuvant low-dose methylprednisolone does not improve the degree of overall disability, according to a study published online Feb. 8 in the Journal of the American Medical Association to coincide with the annual American Stroke Association International Stroke Conference, held from Feb. 7 to 9 in Phoenix.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Faster brain hemorrhage treatment increases survival odds, new study finds
Taking an anticoagulant, or blood-thinning medication, can increase one's risk of—or exacerbate—a brain bleed, also known as a brain hemorrhage, which is the deadliest type of stroke. Now, new research finds that faster treatment for these patients is associated with a greater likelihood of survival.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Is Hydrogel the Cure for a 'Broken Heart'?
Researchers from the University of Waterloo have developed a new hydrogel made from cellulose nanocrystals derived from wood pulp, which mimics human tissue properties and could be used to heal damaged heart tissue and improve cancer treatments through personalized therapies using tumor organoids.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Little by little: How small changes can lead to heart health
Switching from an unhealthy diet and sedentary lifestyle to healthy eating and exercise can be daunting. In this expert alert, Juan Cardenas Rosales, M.D., an internal medicine physician and medical director of the international medicine practice at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, shares small steps and one big one that can lead to a heart-healthy life.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Managing migraines and menopausal symptoms to reduce cardiovascular risks in middle-aged women
For middle-aged women plagued by migraines, or hot flashes and night sweats, another worry may linger in the backs of their minds: whether these experiences have set them up for a heart attack, a stroke or another cardiovascular crisis.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Q&A: Device harvests heartbeat energy to extend pacemaker battery life
Heartbeats could one day help power something beyond hearts. A pacemaker is a device that helps regulate abnormal heart rates using electrical pulses. Leadless pacemakers, which are placed in the heart and don't have wires like conventional transvenous pacemakers, are becoming more popular.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Shedding light on the synaptic complexities of vision
An individual retinal cell can output more than one unique signal, according to a Northwestern Medicine study published in Nature Communications, a finding that sheds new light on the complexities of how vision functions in mammals.
February 14th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 12th, 2024

A new emergency procedure for cardiac arrests aims to save more lives—here's how it works
As of January this year, Aotearoa New Zealand became just the second country (after Canada) to adopt a groundbreaking new procedure for patients experiencing cardiac arrest.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Can hydrogels help mend a broken heart?
Researchers design gel from wood pulp to heal damaged heart tissue and improve cancer treatments
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Century of progress sets stage for future scientific advances in cardiovascular health
Dramatic advances in the understanding and treatment of cardiovascular diseases have saved millions of lives in the 100 years since the founding in 1924 of the American Heart Association (AHA). As heart disease and stroke remain the top causes of death worldwide, the solutions to challenges of the next century must combine lessons of the past with innovations of the future, according to "The American Heart Association at 100: A Century of Scientific Progress and the Future of Cardiovascular Science—A Presidential Advisory," published in Circulation.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Heart attacks can be predicted with a standard blood test
Using the results of a standard blood test and an online tool, you can find out if you are at increased risk of having a heart attack within six months. The tool has been developed by a research group at Uppsala University in the hope of increasing patients' motivation to change their lifestyle.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Quality initiative improves thrombolysis frequency, timeliness
Shumei Man, M.D., Ph.D., from the Cleveland Clinic, and colleagues conducted a retrospective cohort study involving patients who presented within 4.5 hours of ischemic stroke onset to examine whether the TS quality initiative was associated with improvement in thrombolysis metrics and outcomes across racial and ethnic groups.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Study suggests tai chi is better at reducing high blood pressure than aerobic exercise
A large team of medical researchers affiliated with several institutions in China reports that volunteers engaging regularly in tai chi for one year saw greater reductions in their systolic blood pressure than did volunteers engaging for one year in aerobic exercises. Their study is published in the journal JAMA Network Open.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

The slowly evolving truth about heart disease and women
A century ago, so little was known about heart disease that people who had it resigned themselves to years of bed rest or, worse, an early death. Even less was known about how heart disease affected women—because nobody thought it did.
February 12th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 9th, 2024

Data show significant prevalence of sleep apnea among cardio-oncology patients
Sleep apnea is prevalent among cardio-oncology patients who are at higher risk for congestive heart failure from cancer therapy, according to a new study being presented at the American College of Cardiology Advancing the Cardiovascular Care of the Oncology Patient course.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

In moderation, chocolate may be beneficial to health, prevention of coronary artery disease
Historians credit Richard Cadbury, son of chocolatier John Cadbury, with the invention in 1861 of heart-shaped boxes filled with chocolates. The box—after the candy was consumed—was intended to store sentimental love letters or locks of hair, which were common practices in the Victorian era.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

More heart attacks in rural areas due to poorer disease prevention
In Germany, more people die of heart attacks in rural areas than in cities. This, however, cannot be explained by the so-called case fatality rate, which is the proportion of people who die as a result of a heart attack.
February 9th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 7th, 2024

Bacteria in the mouth linked to pulmonary fibrosis survival
Bacteria in the mouth may play a role in survival from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF), finds a new study led by researchers from the University of Michigan and the University of Virginia.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

In a clinical trial, blood thinners added to clot-busting medication did not improve stroke outcomes
Giving blood thinners in addition to clot-busting medications to people with ischemic strokes (clot-caused strokes) did not improve their outcomes 90 days later, according to preliminary late-breaking science presented today at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Keep it steady: The importance of maintaining healthy blood pressure
If you are waiting for symptoms to pop up as a warning for high blood pressure, think again. Dr. Vijay Nambi, cardiologist and professor of medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, says it's called the silent killer for a reason.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Link found between air pollution and global cardiovascular disease--related deaths
A recent analysis of data from nearly all World Health Organization member states clearly demonstrates a link between air pollution and mortality from cardiovascular diseases, with more of such deaths associated with air pollution in low-income countries compared with high-income countries.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Lipid mediator Maresin 1 helps improve muscle regeneration, finds study
A team of researchers led by Carlos Aguilar, an associate professor of biomedical engineering at the University of Michigan, and graduate students Jesus Castor-Macias and Jacqueline Larouche, has sought to address how lipid mediators, which are potent regulators of the immune response after an injury, varied with volumetric muscle loss (VML) injuries that heal or result in fibrosis.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Taking a global view of musical care
The field of musical care has been rapidly developing in recent years, and a recent paper by Dr. Katie Rose Sanfilippo at City, University of London has introduced the Musical Care International Network and the work that is going on to bring people together to critically discuss, and advocate for, musical care throughout the life course from different disciplinary and cultural perspectives.
February 7th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 5th, 2024

Study finds new treatment to reverse inflammation and arterial blockages in rheumatoid arthritis
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London have found that the molecule RvT4 enhances the body's natural defenses against atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

What helps when blood pressure does not drop despite treatment
High blood pressure is one of the biggest risk factors for cardiovascular disease. Diseases associated with high blood pressure are the most common cause of death worldwide. Antihypertensive drugs are among the most frequently prescribed medications in Germany.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

When symptoms suggest a stroke, but it's something else
What looks and feels like a stroke sometimes isn't. Instead, sudden weakness, difficulty speaking, vision changes, dizziness and other symptoms of a stroke might be caused by something else—a stroke mimic.
February 5th, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 2nd, 2024

Scientists uncover a crucial link between cholesterol synthesis and cancer progression
Publishing in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, the researchers illuminate the previously hidden role of a novel enzyme, called fatty acid hydroxylase domain containing 2 (FAXDC2), revealing its pivotal role in cholesterol synthesis and cancer progression.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Symptoms that may require a consultation with a cardiologist
As people age, many start to experience more aches and pains throughout their bodies. While many symptoms can be chalked up to the natural aging process, it's important to pay special attention to the cardiovascular system.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

What to do for a healthier heart
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Heart disease refers to a range of conditions, of which many can be prevented or treated by making healthy lifestyle choices.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

What to Know About Heart Disease and Steps You Can Take Today to Prevent It
Half of US adults don't know heart disease is the leading cause of death. Here's what you should know today about symptoms and how to reduce your risk.
February 2nd, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — February 1st, 2024

CT scan is most effective to assess people with chest pain, research finds
Previous studies have found less than 40% of patients with stable chest pain undergoing invasive coronary angiography are found to have obstructive coronary artery disease. Recent randomized clinical trials have demonstrated a benefit to using computed tomography angiography (CTA) first in evaluation of these patients.
February 1st, 2024 — Source or Source

Dementia risk can be the highest in the first year after stroke
Having a stroke may significantly increase the risk of developing dementia. The risk of dementia was the highest in the first year after a stroke and remained elevated over a period of twenty years, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Double whammy: Stroke and neck artery tear increase heart attack risk in the first year
Heart attack risk almost doubles in the first year after a stroke or when combined with a tear in a neck artery wall, however, a tear without a stroke does not seem to raise heart attack risk, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Gingko biloba compound injections linked to better stroke outcomes
People with ischemic (clot-caused) stroke had better early recovery of cognitive function if treated with intravenous injections of a combination of biologically active components of ginkgo biloba during the first two weeks after the stroke, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Lifetime exposure to sexual assault and other traumatic stress may harm stroke recovery
Stressors and traumatic events experienced over the course of a lifetime may negatively impact subsequent stroke recovery; specifically, stroke survivors exposed to sexual assault at any point in their life had poorer physical functioning and cognitive outcomes one year after a stroke, according to a preliminary study presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024, held in Phoenix, Feb. 7--9.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Living in poor neighborhoods linked to worse stroke recovery
Stroke survivors living in areas with poor economic conditions were twice as likely to have a poor recovery compared to survivors living in areas with better conditions, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Nerve stimulation plus physical rehabilitation may boost recovery of arm and hand function
Combining brain stimulation with intense physical rehabilitation helped stroke survivors recover movement in their arms and hands and maintain these improvements for one year, according to a study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Newer clot-buster may offer a safe, effective way to treat ischemic stroke in mobile stroke units
Compared with the standard clot-busting medication alteplase, the newer clot-buster tenecteplase may offer a safe, effective and simpler way to treat ischemic (clot-caused) stroke in mobile stroke units, according to real-world experiences detailed in a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Research finds risk of dementia nearly three times higher the first year after a stroke
Having a stroke may significantly increase the risk of developing dementia. The risk of dementia was the highest in the first year after a stroke and remained elevated over a period of 20 years, according to preliminary research presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024, held in Phoenix, Feb. 7--9.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Stroke survivors exposed to sexual assault face greater recovery challenges
Stressors and traumatic events experienced over the course of a lifetime may negatively impact subsequent stroke recovery; specifically, stroke survivors exposed to sexual assault at any point in their life had poorer physical functioning and cognitive outcomes one year after a stroke, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Stroke survivors in gym-rich neighborhoods more likely to stay physically active
Stroke survivors were more likely to remain physically active or even exercise more after their stroke if they lived in neighborhoods with easy access to recreational centers and gyms, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Study: Most stroke survivors can safely take two types of common antidepressants
Most stroke survivors were able to safely take two types of common antidepressants, according to a preliminary study to be presented at the American Stroke Association's International Stroke Conference 2024. The meeting will be held in Phoenix, Feb. 7-9, and is a world premier meeting for researchers and clinicians dedicated to the science of stroke and brain health.
February 1st, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 31st, 2024

Blood pressure variability is a major predictor of heart attack and stroke risk, finds analysis
Changes to blood pressure over time could be used to identify patients at greatest risk of heart attack and stroke. These are the findings of a new analysis from the ASCOT study, led by researchers from Imperial College London and published in the European Heart Journal.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Drug overdose cardiac arrests involve younger, healthier people than other cardiac arrests
An analysis of data for more than 500,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests in the U.S. found key differences in outcomes between cardiac arrests caused by drug overdoses and cardiac arrests due to other causes, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Exposure to even moderate levels of radon linked to increased risk of stroke
Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Now a new study has found exposure to this invisible, odorless gas is also linked to an increased risk of stroke.
January 31, 2024 — Source

New heart treatment could help the body grow a replacement valve
Replacement heart valves that grow inside the body are a step closer to reality following studies led by researchers at Imperial.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Precursor of cholesterol protects cells from ferroptosis
A precursor of cholesterol, previously categorized as harmful, can protect cancer cells from cell death.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Placenta cells may lower blood pressure
Scientists from La Trobe University and the Hudson Institute have demonstrated that cells from placentas could have therapeutic benefits for patients suffering from high blood pressure.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Precursor of cholesterol protects cells from ferroptosis, study finds
In a groundbreaking study, a team led by Würzburg Professor Jose Pedro Friedmann Angeli has shown that the cholesterol precursor 7-dehydrocholesterol (7-DHC) plays a crucial role as an antioxidant: it integrates into the cell membranes and protects the cells by preventing a certain type of cell death, known as ferroptosis.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Researchers develop universal risk predictor for cardiovascular disease
Researchers from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health have developed a single universal risk prediction model for cardiovascular disease that, in initial tests, works well for patients who already have cardiovascular disease as well as patients who do not but who may be at risk for developing it.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Risk calculator helps personalize care for heart failure patients
Late-stage failure of the left side of the heart is an often-fatal condition affecting hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. alone. A mechanical heart pump can be a lifesaving intervention for such patients, but the surgery to implant the pump can be risky.
January 31, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 29th, 2024

Acupuncture tied to improvements in poststroke motor aphasia
Boxuan Li, from the First Teaching Hospital of Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China, and colleagues investigated the effects of acupuncture on language function, neurological function, and quality of life in patients with poststroke motor aphasia.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Almost 50% of patients under 60 years choose TAVR over surgical aortic valve replacement with worse outcomes
Despite national guidelines recommending surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) for patients under age 65 with severe aortic stenosis, many hospitals are still opting for a nonsurgical approach in patients under 60—possibly with poorer survival rates.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Continuous positive airway pressure therapy in patients with coronary artery disease and obstructive sleep apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is highly common in patients with coronary artery disease (CAD) and it is a strong predictor of subsequent cardiovascular events. However, whether treatment with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) can decrease this risk remains controversial.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Coronary artery disease testing after initial heart failure hospitalization aids outcomes
Coronary artery disease (CAD) testing within 90 days of hospitalization for heart failure is associated with a lower risk for heart failure readmission or all-cause mortality, according to a study published online Jan. 18 in the Journal of General Internal Medicine.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Evaluating the link between serum selenium levels and hypertension
Data were extracted from the United States National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES, 2009-2018). Multivariate logistic regression and subgroup analysis were conducted to examine associations between Se and hypertension.
January 29, 2024 — Source

New evidence informs risk factors, diagnosis and care of patients with CVT stroke
A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association emphasizes the need to increase patients' and physicians' awareness of cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) to improve the recognition of this condition and initiate prompt medical treatment.
January 29, 2024 — Source

New research finds volume alone does not predict quality outcomes in pediatric cardiac surgery
A study of pediatric heart surgery centers across the United States has demonstrated that, when it comes to successful surgery, it's not just the size of the program that matters in determining quality outcomes. The study is published in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery journal.
January 29, 2024 — Source

New risk predictive model developed for effectively predicting multivessel coronary artery disease
Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. The severity and prognosis of coronary artery disease are closely associated with treatment strategy choice. To achieve timely, accurate, early selection of a suitable treatment plan and assess patients' prognosis, the authors of this article developed an effective predictive model for early identification of high-risk patients according to lesion severity.
January 29, 2024 — Source

New scientific statement outlines recommendations for diagnosing, managing cerebral venous thrombosis
A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association emphasizes the need to increase patients' and physicians' awareness of cerebral venous thrombosis (CVT) to improve the recognition of this condition and initiate prompt medical treatment. The new statement, Diagnosis and Management of Cerebral Venous Thrombosis, published today in the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's peer-reviewed journal Stroke. A scientific statement is an expert analysis of current research and may inform future clinical practice guidelines.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Optical coherence tomography reveals age-specific plaque vulnerabilities in STEMI patients
Age-related vulnerable characteristics of pancoronary plaques in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) have not been systemically evaluated by optical coherence tomography (OCT). The authors of this article explore the discrepancies in pancoronary characteristics between younger and older patients with STEMI through OCT.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Optometry expert warns red light myopia therapy can injure retina
A University of Houston optometry researcher is warning against the use of low-level red light (LLRL) therapy as a method to control myopia, or nearsightedness, especially in children.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Physical traits of gingivitis identified: Discovery holds hope for combating gum inflammation
Scientists have determined the main causes of gingivitis, an inflammation of the gums attributed to bacterial infection which is a major cause of tooth loss in adults.
January 29, 2024 — Source

The three heart health tests you may not know you need
Heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death for men and women in the United States. Eating a healthy diet and exercising help keep the heart healthy along with regular checkups with a doctor. While doctors routinely check blood pressure, glucose levels and HDL ("good" cholesterol) and LDL ("bad" cholesterol) levels, there are three heart screenings that many people are not familiar with and can help prevent serious cardiac events even if there aren't any symptoms.
January 29, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 26th, 2024

Health disparities in cardiometabolic disease seen within racial subgroups
Health disparities are seen in the prevalence of cardiometabolic diseases by disaggregated racial and ethnic subgroups, according to research published in the Jan. 25 issue of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Neuroscientists uncover therapeutic potential of low-dose ionizing radiation for traumatic brain injury, ischemic stroke
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) and ischemic stroke are major public health concerns and leading causes of death and disability worldwide. A research team led by City University of Hong Kong (CityU) neuroscientists recently discovered that low-dose ionizing radiation (LDIR), such as X-ray irradiation, can reduce lesion size and reverse motor deficits in TBI and ischemic stroke mice, demonstrating that LDIR may be a promising therapeutic strategy for TBI and stroke patients.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Revival of heart stress test could change how patients are diagnosed
A heart test that has been downgraded in the international guidelines for its perceived inaccuracy has been given a jolt of life after a new study confirms its veracity when put to the test against contemporary standards.
January 26, 2024 — Source

Study predicts snoring could increase the risk of stroke
In a recent study published in The Lancet Regional Health, researchers conducted a Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis to understand the causal effect of snoring on total stroke, hemorrhagic stroke (HS), and ischemic stroke (IS) among Chinese adults using data from the China Kadoorie Biobank (CKB).
January 26, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 24th, 2024

Gene behind heart defects in Down syndrome identified
Researchers at the Francis Crick Institute and UCL have identified a gene that causes heart defects in Down syndrome, a condition that results from an additional copy of chromosome 21.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Harnessing skin cancer genes to heal hearts
Biomedical engineers at Duke University have demonstrated that one of the most dangerous mutations found in skin cancers might moonlight as a pathway to mending a broken heart.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Heart disease still America's top killer, although the death rate has declined
Heart disease remains the top cause of death in the United States, but progress is being made and more lives are being saved, a new report finds.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Helping aspiring clinicians understand a virtual heart before they work with a real one
Jonathan Awori, MD, MS, MFA, isn't embarrassed to say it took him a long time to completely understand the intricate workings of the heart. He says he isn't alone; many aspiring doctors and nurses don't immediately grasp the heart's complexity from two-dimensional textbooks or even 3D-printed models.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Irregular sleep rhythm linked to poorer cardiovascular health in middle-aged people
According to recent research, an irregular sleep rhythm is associated with poorer cardiovascular health in middle-aged people. Inconsistent bedtimes appear to particularly increase waist circumference. The results are revealed in a joint study by the University of Oulu and Oulu Deaconess Institute Foundation sr., Department of Sports, and Exercise Medicine.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Researchers uncover new signaling pathway in the development of atherosclerosis
Atherosclerosis, a chronic inflammatory disease of the inner walls of blood vessels, is responsible for many cardiovascular conditions. Dendritic cells, which act to recognize foreign substances in the body and mount an immune response, play an important role in the disease.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Post-pandemic, US cardiovascular death rate continues upward trajectory
New research confirms what public health leaders have been fearing: The significant uptick in the cardiovascular disease (CVD) death rate that began in 2020 has continued. The continuing trend reverses improvements achieved in the decade before the COVID-19 pandemic to reduce mortalities from heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death in the United States.
January 24, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 22nd, 2024

Association found between dark chocolate consumption, reduced risk of essential hypertension
A team of cardiologists at Shaoxing People's Hospital, working with a colleague from Zhuji People's Hospital, both in China, has found an association between consumption of dark chocolate and reductions in the risk of essential hypertension.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Fluid dynamics plays a key role in predicting cardiovascular dangers
An arterial inflammatory disease called atherosclerosis is the United States' leading cause of death, but about half of American adults over 45 have the condition and don't know it, according to the National Institutes of Health. Characterized by plaque buildup inside the arteries, the vascular superhighways that push blood from the heart to the rest of the body, the condition often goes overlooked until it has become serious.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Future direction for stroke care in Ireland from perspectives of stroke survivors, caregivers and medical professionals
A new study from RCSI's School of Population Health has found that future developments to Irish stroke services, according to those who are most impacted, must prioritize specialist community-based rehabilitation, ongoing support for life after stroke and better information and support for navigating services.
January 22, 2024 — Source

High blood pressure during pregnancy is associated with adverse perinatal outcomes
In a recent cohort study published in the journal Hypertension Research, researchers from Japan investigated the link between blood pressure (BP) control and potential adverse outcomes in the perinatal period.
January 22, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 19th, 2024

AI helping bring vital stroke care 'virtually to the patient's bedside'
Justin Fraser, M.D., and his University of Kentucky colleagues have a phrase they frequently use to convey the urgency of their care: "Time is brain."
January 19, 2024 — Source

Scientists discover first therapeutic target for preserving heart function in patients with pulmonary hypertension
A research team has discovered a possible therapeutic target for pulmonary hypertension. The study, published in the journal Science Advances, identifies the first therapeutic target that can be modulated to preserve cardiac function in pulmonary hypertension, providing hope in the fight against this rare but fatal disease for which there is currently no cure.
January 19, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 18th, 2024

How to check blood oxygen with Apple Watch, supported models, view results on iPhone, more
Whether it's been a while since you've used the feature or never have -- follow along for how to check blood oxygen with Apple Watch. We'll also cover which models support the feature and how reliable the measurements are, and more.
January 18, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 16th, 2024

Novel AI platform matches cardiologists in detecting rheumatic heart disease
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to detect rheumatic heart disease (RHD) with the same accuracy as a cardiologist, according to new research demonstrating how sophisticated deep learning technology can be applied to this disease of inequity. The work could prevent hundreds of thousands of unnecessary deaths around the world annually.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Research reveals new hope for obesity-induced heart disease
Obesity-induced heart disease, which affects up to 10% of the population in certain age ranges, is considered an untreatable condition and 75% of people don't survive more than five years beyond diagnosis.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Research shows how a tiny device in the ear canal can monitor heart health
A driving simulation study has shown we are one step closer to monitoring our heart health in real time via a tiny device worn in the ear.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Researchers urge caution in co-prescribing potency drugs and nitrates
Co-prescribing potency drugs such as Viagra and organic nitrates for angina is associated with a 35% to 40% increased risk of death and about 70% higher risk of heart attack and heart failure. This is according to a Swedish registry study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The Swedish researchers are now urging caution.
January 16, 2024 — Source

'Smart glove' can boost hand mobility of stroke patients
New washable wireless smart textile technology also has potential uses in virtual reality and American Sign Language translation
January 16, 2024 — Source or Source

Study highlights importance of healthy eating for children's heart health
A healthier diet is associated with serum metabolite concentrations indicative of better cardiovascular health already in school-aged children, a recent study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. Published in European Journal of Nutrition, the findings are from the ongoing Physical Activity and Nutrition in Children study, PANIC.
January 16, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 15th, 2024

3D in vitro human atherosclerosis model for high-throughput drug screening
A new 3D, three-layer nanomatrix vascular sheet that possesses multiple features of atherosclerosis has been applied for developing a high-throughput functional assay of drug candidates to treat this disease, University of Alabama at Birmingham researchers report in the journal Biomaterials in a paper titled "Atherosclerotic three-layer nanomatrix vascular sheets for high-throughput therapeutic evaluation."
January 15, 2024 — Source

Diet quality is associated with metabolites indicative of cardiovascular health in childhood
A healthier diet is associated with serum metabolite concentrations indicative of better cardiovascular health already in school-aged children, a recent study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. Published in the European Journal of Nutrition, the findings are from the ongoing Physical Activity and Nutrition in Children study (PANIC).
January 15, 2024 — Source

Research finds connection between reduced lead exposure and heart health improvements
In a recent study published in Journal of the American Heart Association, a group of researchers evaluated the association between declines in blood lead levels and changes in both systolic and diastolic blood pressure in adult American Indian participants of the SHFS (Strong Heart Family Study).
January 15, 2024 — Source

Study warns of increased risks in heart patients using ED drugs with nitrates
Phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors (PDE5i)-an erectile dysfunction drug sold under the names Viagra, Levitra, Cialis, and others are a common medical treatment for erectile dysfunction (ED) in men with cardiovascular disease (CVD).
January 15, 2024 — Source or Source

Vigilant monitoring is needed to manage cardiac risks in patients using antipsychotics, doctors say
Research finds that more than 10% of patients studied taking the antipsychotics quetiapine or haloperidol developed heart rhythm disorders
January 15, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 13th, 2024

Cardiovascular surgeon and Michelin chef team up to create 'The Heart Surgeon's Cookbook'\
An unprecedented collaboration between an eminent heart surgeon, a Michelin-starred chef and a global cardiovascular device provider sees the launch of a unique, surgically inspired recipe book, conceived to help surgeons take their skills practice out of the operating room and into the kitchen.
January 13, 2024 — Source

Intriguing insights uncovered for two rare heart muscle diseases
Uncertainty surrounding how truncated titin proteins (TTNtvs) cause dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) and peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) led to investigations that could better inform therapies for these conditions.
January 13, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 12th, 2024

How gum disease aggravates chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Severe gum disease has been linked to the progression of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, but an understanding of how the connection plays out in the immune system remains unclear. This week in mSystems, a new study identifies immune system cells that play a critical role in the microbial link between COPD and gum disease.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Infertility tied to poorer cardiovascular health in women
A history of female infertility may serve as a marker for cardiovascular health (CVH) later in life, according to a study published online Jan. 5 in JAMA Network Open.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Study finds disparities in stroke care for Black patients
Despite having a higher risk of experiencing a stroke and being more likely to die from a stroke, Black patients are less likely to receive lifesaving stroke treatments than white patients, a University of Georgia study found.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Study reports a prominent increase in substance use and cardiovascular disease‐related mortality in the United States between 1999 and 2019
In a recent study published in Journal of the American Heart Association, a group of researchers evaluated trends in substance use(SU) and cardiovascular disease(CVD)-related mortality in the United States (U.S.) using Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Study shows that lack of free-time exercise significantly increases risk of cardiac death
Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Kaiser Permanente have found that communities with high prevalence of adults who fail to exercise in their free-time, experience significantly higher rates of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD), with middle-aged women and elderly Black individuals shouldering the heaviest burden.
January 12, 2024 — Source

This smart collar from Invoxia can also detect your pet's abnormal heart rhythms
Invoxia showed off the Minitailz tracker at CES 2024 this week, which it claims can save the lives of both dogs and cats.
January 12, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 11th, 2024

American Heart Association's merit award recipients announced
The American Heart Association (AHA), a leading organization in heart and brain health, celebrates 100 years of lifesaving work by announcing the recipients of its prestigious Merit Award.
January 11, 2024 — Source

'Broken-heart syndrome' patients failed by current treatment, says study
In the first-ever study to compare takotsubo patients with heart attack patients and the general population over more than five years, results showed that heart treatments given after takotsubo do not protect patients.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Intriguing insights uncovered for two rare heart muscle diseases
Advancements in the study of two rare heart conditions—peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM), and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)—contributed by researchers at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania may serve as critical guides in future work toward developing therapies for the conditions.
January 11, 2024 — Source

New hope for stroke patients: University of Cincinnati trial tests unique tongue exercise device
Up to three-quarters of all stroke survivors experience some form of difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). This condition often results in food or liquid entering the lungs, significantly affecting patients' health and quality of life.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Patients with rare heart condition given lifeline through new drug
People diagnosed with a life-threatening cardiac condition have been given new hope, thanks to a ground-breaking new drug that protects the heart developed by researchers from UCL and the Royal Free Hospital.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Reduced blood lead levels linked to lower blood pressure
Through the Strong Heart Family Study, researchers have found that small declines in blood lead levels were associated with long-term cardiovascular health improvements in Native American adults. Participants who had the greatest reductions in blood lead levels saw their systolic blood pressure fall by about 7 mm Hg, an amount comparable to the effects of blood pressure-lowering medication.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Snow shoveling, cold temperatures combine for perfect storm of heart health hazards
Weather forecasters may call it "white fluffy stuff." However, snow can be a bigger danger than many people may realize. According to the American Heart Association, research shows that the exertion of shoveling snow may lead to an increased risk of a heart attack or sudden cardiac arrest.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 11th, 2024

Why This Exercise Is So Good for High Blood Pressure
What you already know: Physical activity helps ease high blood pressure.
January 11, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 10th, 2024

A beating biorobotic heart aims to better simulate valves
Combining a biological heart and a silicone robotic pump, researchers created a biorobotic heart that beats like a real one, focusing on a valve on the left side of the heart. The heart valve simulator, presented on January 10 in the journal Device, can mimic the structure, function, and motion of a healthy or diseased heart, allowing surgeons and researchers to demonstrate various interventions while collecting real-time data.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Black people face higher rates of strokes at younger ages than white people, study finds
Black people consistently had a higher rate of stroke than white people over a recent 22-year period, according to a study published in the January 10, 2024, online issue of Neurology. The study also found that the average age of Black people experiencing stroke was nearly 10 years younger than that of white people, another inequity that grew over time.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Childhood dietary patterns influence arterial stiffness in adolescence
Diets high in calories, fat and sugar in childhood can cause damage to blood vessel function, known to heighten the risk of early heart attacks and strokes, as early as adolescence according to research funded by the British Heart Foundation (BHF). The team behind the University of Bristol-led study, published in the British Journal of Nutrition today [10 January], say their findings highlight the importance of healthy eating habits throughout life to protect heart health.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Inflammation of the heart muscle following viral infection can impede long-term cardiac function
Inflammation of the heart muscle, also known as myocarditis, is a serious consequence of a viral infection. This can impede the heart's ability to pump blood in the long term. In a recent study, researchers of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Freiburg have discovered a new approach for treating myocarditis.
January 10, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 9th, 2024

Causal effects of lipids, lipoproteins, and other metabolites on blood pressure
In a recent study published in eBioMedicine, researchers examined the causal effects of lipoprotein particles, lipids, and other metabolites on blood pressure (BP) and pulse pressure (PP).
January 9, 2024 — Source

First-in-the-field application of non-contrast optical coherence tomography for coronary artery disease
A research team has demonstrated the clinical feasibility and safety of non-contrast optical coherence tomography (OCT) for patients with coronary artery disease.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Injectable hydrogel electrodes open door to a novel painless treatment regimen for arrhythmia
A study sets the foundation of a ground-breaking treatment regimen for treating ventricular arrhythmia. The research, published in Nature Communications, demonstrates the design and feasibility of a new hydrogel-based pacing modality.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Largest genetic study of gestational diabetes discovers nine novel genetic regions linked to severe and common pregnancy complication
In a recent study published in Nature Genetics, a group of researchers investigated the genetic underpinnings of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and its relationship with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) through a genome-wide association study ((GWAS), identifying distinct and shared genetic factors.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Low fitness in youth associated with higher risk of cardiometabolic diseases in middle age: Study
An extended follow-up study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä and now published in Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports shows that low cardiorespiratory fitness in adolescence is associated with higher risk for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases in middle age.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Researchers prevent myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury with oral fullerenes
Myocardial infarction (MI) is a deadly disease. It can cause serious myocardial ischemic necrosis due to coronary occlusion. The most effective treatment for MI in clinic is reperfusion, e.g., interventional or thrombolytic therapy. However, reperfusion itself could induce more severe injury, called myocardial ischemia/reperfusion injury (MI/RI).
January 9, 2024 — Source

Study links low cardiorespiratory fitness in adolescence to increased middle-age heart disease risk
An extended follow-up study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä shows that low cardiorespiratory fitness in adolescence is associated with higher risk for cardiovascular and metabolic diseases in middle age. The study provides real-life evidence for the far-reaching consequences of deteriorating fitness in youth.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Study reveals cardiac arrest figures in England: Just 1 in 12 people survive and leave hospital
A national research database has revealed stark figures for cardiac arrests in England for 2022. Survival rates remain low, with around 8% patients surviving to 30 days after a cardiac arrest.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Study: A novel cell-penetrating peptide exerts therapeutic effects against ischemic stroke
Stroke is a major public health concern worldwide. The lack of effective therapies heightens the need for new therapeutic agents.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Why do we cradle babies in one specific arm?
You probably haven't ever given it much thought, but almost everyone cradles a baby in one specific arm. The vast majority of people always cradle a baby in the crook of their left arm.
January 9, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 8th, 2024

Clinical significance of PCSK9 and soluble P-selectin in predicting major adverse cardiovascular events
Researchers have studied the association of proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) with soluble P-selectin (sP-selectin) and their values in predicting major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) at one-year follow-up in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) receiving dual antiplatelet therapy after primary percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI).
January 8, 2024 — Source

Comprehensive insights on pathophysiology and clinical management of atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major global health concern impacting millions and causing symptoms like palpitations, dyspnea, fatigue, dizziness, and chest discomfort. Furthermore, these symptoms reduce patients' quality of life and lead to increased mortality and morbidity. The medical community agrees that epicardial adipose tissue (EAT), chronic inflammation, imbalances in the autonomic nervous system (ANS), stretch-induced fibrosis, and genetic alterations are the main factors that influence AF pathogenesis.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Garmin debuts a 'first of its kind' heart rate monitor that works with sports bras
The company also announced two smartwatches and teased a big update to Garmin Connect at CES 2024.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Garmin to launch a heart rate monitor for women that attaches to sports bras
Besides the gorgeous Lily 2 smartwatch revealed earlier today, Garmin announced another product aimed at women, the HRM-Fit. This is a heart rate monitor that attaches directly to medium- and high-support sports bras to more accurately track heart rate and training data in real time.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Incremental metabolic benefits from cryoablation for paroxysmal atrial fibrillation: Study
Cryoablation (CRYO) is a novel catheter ablation technique for atrial fibrillation (AF). However, uncertainty persists regarding the role of metabolic modifications associated with CRYO. A study published in Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications explores whether CRYO influences the metabolic signature—a possibility not previously investigated.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Update on mechanisms and management of atrial fibrillation
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a major global health concern impacting millions and causing symptoms like palpitations, dyspnea, fatigue, dizziness, and chest discomfort. Furthermore, these symptoms reduce patients' quality of life and lead to increased mortality and morbidity.
January 8, 2024 — Source

Health — Heart Disease & Strokes — January 5th, 2024

Cryoablation induces systemic metabolic changes in patients with paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Cryoablation (CRYO) is a novel catheter ablation technique for atrial fibrillation (AF). However, uncertainty persists regarding the role of metabolic modifications associated with CRYO. This study was aimed at exploring whether CRYO influences the metabolic signature - a possibility not previously investigated.
January 5, 2024 — Source

Early-onset heart failure significantly elevates the risk of all-cause mortality
Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. This study was aimed at investigating the correlations between heart failure onset age and all-cause mortality.
January 5, 2024 — Source

Hypertension's hidden hand: Pressure-driven foam cell formation revealed as key driver of arterial disease
A new study unlocks the secrets of how high blood pressure (hypertension) fuels the progression of arterial disease.
January 5, 2024 — Source

Childhood stroke study identifies the contraceptive pill and smoking as risk factors
Researchers are calling for clear guidelines on childhood stroke after a study, published in the November issue of Acta Paediatrica, found wide variations in time lag to diagnosis, investigation and treatment.
November 1, 2010 — Source