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Weight-loss drug found to shrink heart muscle in mice and human cells
Trendy weight-loss drugs making headlines for shrinking waistlines may also be shrinking the human heart and other muscles, according to a new University of Alberta study in JACC: Basic to Translational Science. The authors ...
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Clinically validated, wearable ultrasound patch enables continuous blood pressure monitoring
A team of researchers at the University of California San Diego has developed a new and improved wearable ultrasound patch for continuous and noninvasive blood pressure monitoring. Their work marks a major milestone, as the ...
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Viral myocarditis study uncovers three key heart responses to infection
Researchers at the University of Virginia have made a significant discovery that could change how doctors treat viral infections of the heart. The study, published in Science Advances, reveals that the heart responds to viral ...
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Research highlights disparities in heart disease, stroke trends worldwide
Incidence of stroke and ischemic heart disease are declining around the world, except for in a handful of regions, according to research in PLOS Global Public Health. Wanghong Xu of Fudan University and colleagues find that ...
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Mapping of atherosclerotic plaque cells may predict future risk of stroke or heart attack
In a new study published in the European Heart Journal, researchers at Karolinska Institutet show that genetic traits influence the cellular composition of atherosclerotic plaques, which over time will affect the risk of ...
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New cardiac MRI technique better spots serious heart ailment
A new technology that allows doctors to quantify blood flow in the heart can improve their ability to diagnose potentially deadly coronary artery disease (CAD), an international study led by School of Medicine investigators ...
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Researchers explore new therapy for diabetes-related heart disease
Monash University drug discovery researchers have found that a natural fat molecule called "lipoxin A4" (LXA4) could significantly reduce inflammation and improve function for diabetic hearts.
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Study highlights feasibility of cranial accelerometry device for prehospital detection of large-vessel occlusion stroke
A new study exploring the use of cranial accelerometry (CA) headsets for the prehospital detection of large-vessel occlusion (LVO) strokes has been published in Academic Emergency Medicine.
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Data brief: Prevalence of high total cholesterol 11.3% in US adults from Aug. 2021–Aug. 2023
The prevalence of high total cholesterol was 11.3% among U.S. adults from August 2021 to August 2023, according to a November data brief published by the National Center for Health Statistics.
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Cholesterol: Know your numbers suggests cardiologist
Cholesterol is a type of fat in our blood. Our bodies need a small amount of cholesterol to build the structure of cell membranes, make certain hormones and help with metabolism, such as producing vitamin D. The catch: We ...
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About 1 in 10 U.S. adults have high cholesterol, report reveals
Nearly one in every 10 American adults is living with high levels of cholesterol in their arteries, according to the latest report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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A-fib plus heart failure a dangerous combo
For the four in 10 patients with newly diagnosed heart failure who also have the heart rhythm disorder atrial fibrillation, the prognosis can be poor.
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Clinical trial finds new gene editing therapy for heart condition to be safe and effective
A new type of therapy that "edits" a gene in patients with a rare heart condition has been shown to be safe and effective, according to research from UCL and the Royal Free Hospital.
Nov 19, 2024
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Researchers uncover how blood pressure drugs harm kidneys
Commonly prescribed drugs used to treat high blood pressure have been shown to, over time, wreck the kidneys' ability to filter and purify blood, but exactly how that dangerous side effect unfolded has been a riddle. University ...
Nov 19, 2024
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Promising results from phase 1 gene therapy trial for Danon disease
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) announced encouraging results from the first ever gene therapy trial for Danon disease (DD), a rare, X-linked heart condition caused by a single gene mutation. The ...
Nov 19, 2024
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Fluctuations in blood pressure over time may be linked to higher sudden cardiac death risk
Middle-aged adults with long-term fluctuations in blood pressure may face a higher risk for sudden cardiac death than their peers with more consistent blood pressure readings, a large new study suggests.
Nov 19, 2024
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More people can survive sports-related cardiac arrest, researcher says
Most cases of cardiac arrest during sport are likely to be preventable. In addition, the emergency response with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillators within the sports context can be improved. This has been ...
Nov 19, 2024
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Lifestyle and risk factor changes improved AFib symptoms, not burden, over standard care
Treatment with the Type 2 diabetes medication metformin, lifestyle changes, or a combination of both did not improve atrial fibrillation (AFib) burden or progression when compared with standard care, according to preliminary ...
Nov 19, 2024
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease linked to cardiovascular risk factors: New insights from Mendelian randomization study
A recent study published in the Journal of Translational Internal Medicine reveals insights into the broader impact of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) on cardiovascular health. By using a rigorous bidirectional Mendelian ...
Nov 19, 2024
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Exercising with heart failure: Best exercises and tips
We know that exercise is good for our hearts and overall health. But is that true for people living with heart failure? And if it is, how should they start exercising?
Nov 19, 2024
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Blood pressure variability linked to accelerated vision loss in glaucoma
University of California, San Diego-led research suggests that long-term variability in blood pressure is associated with accelerated worsening of peripheral vision due to the progression of glaucoma.
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 ...
Nov 18, 2024
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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). ...
Nov 18, 2024
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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 ...
Nov 18, 2024
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Email reminders shown to improve flu shot rates in Denmark, notably 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 ...
Nov 18, 2024
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