August 2016

Interim analysis shows medication helps patients suffering from major bleeding ()
Google your way to better heart health ()
Miami cardiologist lists home for $21.99 million ()
Thousands of heart failure patients in the UK not receiving recommended treatment ()
Offering financial incentives may help smokers quit cigarettes, improve health ()
Wash U receives $2.6 million grant for smoking cessation study ()
Mortality rates following MI among younger people in Denmark have decreased in 30 years ()
Experts Discuss Non-Responders to CRT and AF Ablation at ESC Scientific Symposium ()
BIOTRONIK Home Monitoring Proven to Reduce Risk of All-Cause Mortality for All Types of ICD Patients ()
Drug-eluting stents, bare-metal stents have similar rates of death, nonfatal spontaneous MI at 6 years ()
E-cigarettes may be just as dangerous to your heart as regular cigarettes ()
Cost, biological pathways limit cardiovascular drug development ()
CMR- and MPS-guided care may reduce invasive angiography in patients with suspected coronary heart disease ()
Thrombotic medications could replace stents in some patients, intravascular imaging shows ()
AdvaMed Lauds Process Improvements in New User Fee Agreement ()
Mortality rate declines in NSTEMI patients may be due to invasive management ()
Folic acid reduces likelihood of congenital heart defects ()
Medtronic Technologies Improve Delivery of Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy ()
Philips raises awareness for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with platinum sponsorship of Leonard Nimoy tribute documentary ()
Registry analysis shows atrial fib patients who take dabigatran etexilate have low risk of stroke, bleeding ()
Updated results confirm safety, efficacy of the Micra transcatheter pacing system ()
CPAP machines can’t prevent serious heart conditions, fatalities ()
Patients with nonischemic heart failure may not benefit from ICD implantation ()
Diabetes medication prescribed 15 times more than obesity drugs ()
Northwestern Medicine celebrates 500 TAVR procedures ()
CPAP does not improve cardiovascular outcomes in secondary prevention trial ()
Ethicon Establishes Unmatched Knotless Suture Portfolio With Launch of Stratafix Spiral Plus Devices ()
NHLBI provides $7 million in funding for personalized medicine cardiovascular trial ()
Remote monitoring may reduce hospitalizations costs in patients with cardiac implants ()
Gene offers target for vascular damage treatment ()
Theranos plans to appeal CMS sanctions ()
PinnacleHealth is the first to implant aortic valve ()
Adults with late-onset asthma may have increased risk of cardiovascular disease events ()
Medtronic, on Behalf of Its Subsidiary Heartware International, Inc., Announces Offer to Repurchase HeartWare's 3.50% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2017 and 1.75% Convertible Senior Notes Due 2021 ()
Using Tc 99m PYP cardiac imaging may help diagnose and detect patients with heart failure ()
[VIDEO] Building a Protected PCI Program: Enhancing Revascularization Outcomes One Patient Transfer at a Time ()
St. Jude Medical’s stock falls following short seller’s report on potential hacking issues ()
British cardiologist endorses high fat diet, dismisses dangers of high cholesterol ()
Medtronic’s quarterly earnings beat analysts’ estimates ()
Adults have increased prevalence of cardiovascular risk factors years before atrial fibrillation diagnosis ()
Medtronic warns doctors of potential issues with the EnVeo R delivery system ()
CDC declares sepsis a medical emergency, encourages awareness ()
AHRQ examines association between omega 3 fatty acids and cardiovascular disease ()
Researchers develop model to predict sudden cardiac death risk ()
Almonds can help regulate cholesterol, reduce heart disease ()
Initiative at Massachusetts General reduces readmissions following PCI ()
Strokes increasingly affect young adults ages 25-44 ()
Measuring frailty may help predict mortality in older adults undergoing cardiac surgery ()
Invitae updates genetic testing offerings for cardiology, neurology ()
Green tea may prevent rupturing of abdominal aortic aneurysm ()
Medtronic, HeartWare complete $1.1 billion deal ()
Scientists develop injectable gels that could prevent heart failure ()
AHA recommends children limit intake of added sugars ()
Medtronic Completes Acquisition of HeartWare International ()
Systematic review finds lack of evidence for dyslipidemia screening in younger adults ()
TAVR now available to low-risk patients in Illinois ()
Judge rules New Jersey heart center cannot pursue antitrust lawsuit ()
Valeant Pharmaceuticals hires Paul Herendeen as CFO ()
Adults with a history of gallstone disease may have increased risk of coronary heart disease ()
Judge denies BBT’s motion to dismiss a Florida cardiologist’s Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing ()
Physicians often under-recognize angina in patients with coronary artery disease ()
Most patients do not adhere to treatment regimen after MI or atherosclerosis diagnosis ()
FDA approves the Sapien 3 transcatheter heart valve for intermediate risk patients ()
Mayo Clinic offers blood test to predict adverse cardiovascular events in patients with coronary artery disease ()
Anemia may lead to increased risk of death following strokes ()
Inequalities in heart heath suggest a need for personalized medicine ()
Start eating more raspberries; research suggests it’s a superfood for your heart ()
Inaccessibility to AEDs may hinder survival following out-of-hospital cardiac arrests ()
FDA releases report for consumers on medical devices to treat obesity ()
Adults eligible for Medicare and Medicaid have worse outcomes but better medication adherence than Medicare-only patients ()
Judge sentences New Jersey couple to six years in prison for fraudulent diagnostic testing ()
Jury awards $21 million to Kentucky patient for unnecessary heart procedures ()
Offspring of longer-lived parents may survive longer, have fewer cardiovascular issues ()
Endologix Announces First Patients Treated with Ovation Alto™ Abdominal Stent Graft System ()
Financial incentives may help adults quit smoking in the long-term ()
Cook Medical recalls 8,750 units of wire guides ()
Cardiovascular Systems permanently appoints interim leader as CEO ()
Model finds PCSK9 inhibitors are not cost-effective ()
AHA advisory warns of potential risk of cardiovascular disease with too much sedentary behavior ()
Health policy statement from ACC, other cardiovascular societies encourages interoperability of health IT systems ()
Authorities arrest cardiologist in Georgia for felony animal cruelty ()
Cardiac bundles won’t hurt bottom line in majority of hospitals ()
FDA approves Intuity Elite valve system ()
Transitional care interventions may improve outcomes following hospital discharge for heart failure ()
AstraZeneca updates health program to include people with cardiovascular disease ()
Improving cardiovascular health begins in childhood ()
AHA launches initiative to prevent recurrent MIs ()
Heart health can depend on job type ()
Heart transplant listings increase since ACA implementation ()
Vascular surgeons typically assist in nonvascular operations ()
After 30 days of undergoing endovascular procedures, most patients with PAD do not have major adverse events ()
Researchers develop ECG risk equation to predict cardiovascular disease mortality ()
U.S. Attorney’s office in Manhattan investigates Valeant Pharmaceuticals ()
BioSig Technologies, Inc. Achieves Important Milestone ()
Edwards Receives Approval For SAPIEN 3 Heart Valve In Canada ()
Essential Medical receives approval to begin trial for company’s vascular closure device ()
USPSTF finds insufficient evidence to support lipid screening in children, adolescents ()
Nearly a decade after receiving a new heart, man walks donor’s daughter down the aisle ()
Researchers create Taser that tracks heart rate, rhythm to improve safety ()
Diabetics more susceptible to hospitalization when fighting cancerous tumors ()
Hospitals with high ICU admission rates for acute MI, heart failure may have high 30-day mortality rates, too ()
Hypertension rates on the rise in low-income countries ()
AHA, ASA release policy statement on palliative care for cardiovascular disease, stroke ()
CMS requires shared decision-making before reimbursing for the Watchman device ()
Screening college athletes with ECGs remains a hot topic ()
FDA approves Boston Scientific’s Emblem MRI S-ICD system ()
Viva Physicians announces late-breaking clinical trial lineup ()
Social media, mobile devices may improve speed, quality of care ()
Toddler who underwent heart surgery dies in apparent murder-suicide ()
National Science Foundation provides researchers with grant to study care following heart surgery ()
NCAA’s chief medical officer discusses cardiovascular care for student athletes ()
Twin with higher BMI has higher risk of diabetes but not death or MI ()
Certified stroke centers may improve outcomes, but travel time may be a hindrance ()
Cardiovascular Systems posts net loss in fourth quarter of fiscal year 2016 ()
Keep on fidgeting, it's good for your heart ()
Federal grand jury indicts Connecticut cardiologist for securities fraud ()
Women may experience increase in risk factors for heart disease and stroke before menopause ()
Specialization may be more important than volume when choosing a surgeon ()
International Academy of Cardiology honors cardiologists, professors at annual meeting ()
Meta-analysis finds connection between sleep disorder and stroke ()
Variability in LDL cholesterol levels may contribute to cognitive decline ()
Policy change in New York leads to increased use of PCI in high-risk patients ()
Fish oils could mean better health after heart attack ()
Corindus hires J. Aaron Grantham as chief medical officer ()
Boston Scientific recalls certain lots of its Lotus Valve System ()
DOJ investigates Alere, calling Abbott deal into question ()
Nurse-Made: TAVR Coordinators Shape Role to Enhance Quality Care & Outcomes ()
Challenges, Crises & Creativity ()
Standardized cardiac telemetry with off-site central monitoring helps outcomes in non-critically ill patients ()
Where the Heart Goes: Transplant Community Tackles Tough Choices to Achieve Equitable Organ Sharing ()
Changing Strategy: Edging Stable Chest Pain Diagnosis Out of ‘a Primitive Age of Evidence’ ()
Another Building Block in the Wall: Analysis Suggests Expanded Role for CCTA in Heart Disease Treatment ()
Theranos CEO reveals new device, refuses to discuss company’s issues ()
Embrace Precision to Improve Chest Pain Care ()
[ARTICLE] Building a Protected PCI Program: How BUMC Phoenix Is Enhancing Revascularization Outcomes One Patient Transfer at a Time ()
Making Sense of Analytics: The Search for Answers Starts with Asking the Right Questions ()
Survey: More than half of respondents with hypercholesterolemia take supplements instead of statins ()
Healthcare’s IT Priority: Interoperability Is the New Meaningful Use ()
Not So Far Away? Moving Remote Cardiac Implantable Electronic Device Monitoring Closer to its Full Potential ()
In Pursuit of Value: Truths, Myths & Urban Legends About Data Registries ()
U.S. News & World Report ranks Cleveland Clinic as best cardiology hospital ()
Teaming Up to Treat Pulmonary Emboli: Clotbusters Illustrates Potential of Coordinated Response Programs ()
Taking the Hassle Out of Healthcare Learning: Professional Associations Offer Members Educational Filter & Advancement Platform ()
Heart failure with preserved ejection fraction is associated with worse survival after CABG ()
Chicago man files wrongful death lawsuit against cardiologists, hospitals ()
CoreValve Evolut R TAVR device receives CE mark for intermediate-risk patients ()
Admission to primary stroke centers may reduce risk of mortality following strokes ()
Type 2 diabetes drug Adlyxin approved by FDA ()