Increasing use of genetic testing means people may discover they have a gene variant associated with some types of cardiovascular disease (CVD). A new scientific statement, published today in the American Heart Association ...
Mar 27, 2023
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I recently began experiencing swelling in my legs, feet and hands, as well as fatigue. Testing led to a diagnosis of pericardial constriction. Can you explain what this is and how it's treated? Is there anything I can do ...
Mar 22, 2023
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A booklet developed by cardiovascular and genetics experts and provided to patients with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) of unknown cause was effective in increasing screening of relatives at risk for the heart muscle disease, ...
Mar 21, 2023
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Preterm infants do not get used to repeated pain in the way that full-term infants, children and adults do habituate to pain, finds a study led by UCL (University College London) researchers.
Mar 16, 2023
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More donated hearts could be suitable for transplantation if they are kept functioning within the body for a short time following the death of the donor, new research has concluded.
Mar 16, 2023
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According to a new study published by Mayo Clinic researchers, the COVID-19 pandemic was linked to a 17% increase in the death rate in Minnesota during the first year of the pandemic compared to the two previous years.
Mar 15, 2023
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Atrial fibrillation (AFib) not only causes shortness of breath and palpitations but puts patients at increased risk of stroke. When medication or other treatments fail to relieve symptoms, cardiologists increasingly perform ...
Mar 10, 2023
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For the first time, we have the tools to greatly reduce kidney disease. How can we make sure they get to those who need them?
Mar 9, 2023
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I work out at least three days per week at the gym, but I also like to exercise and run outside. Although I know better than to be outdoors in a winter storm, do you have any tips for exercising safely outdoors in cold weather?
Mar 9, 2023
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A multifaceted intervention to improve prescribing practices increased the likelihood that patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease would be prescribed three classes of guideline-recommended medications by more than ...
Mar 7, 2023
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