February 2017

New 'no-touch' CABG procedure reduces chance of stroke by 78% ()
Healthy diet may reduce coronary heart disease risk factors—but adherence proves difficult ()
Electromagnetic interference may occur in patients with pacemakers ()
Most people do not receive tPA treatment following acute ischemic strokes ()
Aortic stenosis exercise test shown to only be 60 percent accurate ()
Two medical journals publish retractions on two papers related to atorvastatin, brain bleeding ()
Access to stroke care, treatment is limited for 90% of world's population ()
Country music superstar Martina McBride joins mayour Megan Barry + Women's Heart Alliance to stop heart disease and stroke among women in Nashville ()
Nearly 30% of adults hospitalized with intracerebral hemorrhage have a medical complication ()
Chicago hospital hosts fundraiser for cardiovascular research ()
Rates of major adverse cardiac events similar between drug-eluting stent groups ()
Medtronic receives CE Mark for CRT pacemakers ()
Abiomed announces 50,000 U.S. patients have been treated with Impella heart pumps ()
Columbia researchers find patients hospitalized for mental health conditions at higher risk for stroke ()
Physical activity may benefit stroke survivors, improve cognitive function ()
Heart valve disease survivor speaks to Congress to spread awareness ()
Patients with standard pacemakers, ICDs may safely undergo MRIs ()
Dementia linked to heart disease in middle-aged people ()
Free or low-cost heart screenings may not benefit teenagers ()
Amazon’s Alexa can now walk users through CPR ()
Depression, dementia are common among intracerebral hemorrhage survivors ()
Transradial interventions, same-day discharges following PCIs save hospitals $300 million per year ()
Cardiologist in New Mexico pleads guilty to fraud charge, sentenced to two years ()
Black women with heart disease risk face higher rates of loneliness than whites ()
Medinol hires Harvey Berger as executive chairman of its US operations ()
Q&A: Barrier-breaking vascular surgeon on the importance of diversity in the field ()
Women with nonobstructive coronary artery disease may have worse health outcomes than men ()
Baystate cardiologist works with patients to improve lifestyles, heart health ()
Children with congenital heart defects struggle with reading, math ()
New Orleans cardiologist files lawsuit against hospital, alleges civil rights violations ()
IBM Watson expands cognitive computing system to treat aortic stenosis ()
Medtronic’s shares increase after posting quarterly revenue growth ()
University of Michigan: Text reminders help hypertensive patients adhere to medication regimens ()
Heavy drinking may increase risk of cardiovascular disease ()
Arkansas hospital opens cardiology clinic, expands heart services ()
LVADs may not be cost effective in Medicare beneficiaries ()
Federal government will no longer pay for heart transplants for Medicare patients at South Carolina hospital ()
AHA, Bayer offer grant program for research on heart failure, other conditions ()
Risk of recurrent stroke in children may depend on type of stroke ()
Running test can predict children’s risk of cardiovascular diseases ()
New Research Further Validates Benefits of Personalized Diabetes Therapy Management Across the Continuum of Care ()
Researchers find breastfeeding can reduce women’s risk of metabolic syndrome ()
FDA approves Biotronik’s cobalt chromium coronary stent system ()
AHA’s international stroke conference features more than 1,500 presentations in 21 categories ()
FDA approves catheter to treat patients with an abnormal heart rhythm ()
Cardiologist provides tips for healthy grocery shopping ()
Tool may help identify patients with stable chest pain at minimal risk of clinical events ()
FDA Approval Granted for BIOTRONIK's Ultra-Thin PRO-Kinetic Energy Cobalt Chromium Coronary Stent System ()
Physical activity may decrease risk of cardiovascular and all-cause mortality ()
West Virginia hospital combines cancer, cardiac services to better serve patients ()
Biosensors announces first patient has enrolled in polymer-free drug-coated stent trial ()
Massachusetts medical center names Howard Waldman head of cardio ()
Medtronic launches value-based healthcare program in Europe, Middle East, Africa ()
Biotronik creates new online tool that identifies cardiac devices safe for MRI ()
Cardiovascular disease-related costs may double to $1.1 trillion by 2035 ()
Healthcare utilization, expenditures are high after ICD shocks ()
Researchers find new treatment to reverse COPD, other lung diseases ()
Two-time stroke survivor searches for answers ()
Northwestern University announces $2.5 million expansion to its cardiovascular institute ()
Updated ACC registry data provides latest PCI trends ()
Mount Sinai researchers identify cells linked to ventricular chamber development ()
Snow days may increase hospital admissions, death due to MI ()
Mediterranean diet may improve HDL function ()
Virginia medical center opens cardiology clinic ()
Mayo Clinic, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia announce rare congenital heart defect collaboration ()
Police charge Ohio man with arson, insurance fraud based on pacemaker data ()
Researchers find fruit fly genes can help treat congenital heart disease ()
Preterm delivery may increase risk of cardiovascular disease in women ()
Everist Health develops test that can predict heart disease risk ()
Heart surgeon first to perform sutureless heart surgery in Washington state ()
FDA clears Medtronic products for diagnostic cardiac catheterization procedures, PCIs ()
HIV-infected patients may be more likely to have type 2 MIs ()
Renowned Oklahoma cardiac surgeon dies at 91 ()
Louisiana Heart Hospital to close by the end of February ()
Exela Pharma Sciences recalls ibuprofen lysine injection vials ()
Study links Chinese air pollution to respiratory, cardiovascular deaths ()
Tampa hospital performs 100th transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement ()
Recreational athletes have increased heart rate, blood pressure following concussions ()
Out-of-pocket spending for adults with heart disease, hypertension depends on insurance plan ()
Cardiologist in Virginia faces misdemeanor for allegedly hitting female nursing director ()
Heart transplant recipient likes that her new heart beats silently ()
Health club members may have favorable cardiovascular health outcomes ()
MRI helps researchers find disparities in different forms of heart failure ()
Rivaroxaban trial stopped early due to positive results in coronary artery disease patients ()
Most employees at big companies face increased risk of heart disease, stroke ()
Novant Health Partners with Glytec to Advance Leadership Position in Patient-Centered Diabetes Care ()
'Fresh start' reminders may not increase medication adherence ()
FDA fast tracks Generx cardiovascular angiogenic gene therapy ()
Presence of coronary artery calcium increases coronary heart disease risk in young adults ()
Chicago-area doctors attest to innovation changing cardiology ()
Detroit man changes lifestyle after heart failure diagnose ()
CMS convenes panel, invites comments on health outcomes for heart failure treatment technologies ()
St. David’s Medical Center first to use new cardiac mapping system to treat heart arrhythmias ()
Women cardiologists 37% less likely to be full professors at U.S. med schools ()
Study highlights costs associated with heart failure, acute MI readmissions ()
Penn researchers discover proteins that could prevent heart failure after heart attack ()
Merit Medical Systems acquires interventional cardiology products for $48 million ()
Atrial fibrillation hospitalizations increase, but mortality rates, readmissions decline ()
AHA guidelines aim to help women with congenital heart disease have successful pregnancies ()
Intensive blood pressure treatment does not affect gait speed, limit mobility in older adults ()
Heart practice leaves Memorial Medical Center ()
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology names Brown University professor president ()
At least three patients in Los Angeles infected with bacteria after cardiac surgery ()
Researchers find cancer drug can regenerate heart tissues ()
Patients undergoing TAVR show significant health status improvement at 1 year ()
Let them play: Research finds children who exercise have healthier arteries ()
Metformin may reduce all-cause mortality in patients with congestive heart failure ()
Renovated cath lab in Michigan begins using bioresorbable heart stents ()
Report: Pfizer considers selling cardiovascular portfolio ()
West Virginia hospital settles 85 heart stent cases ()
Amgen announces PCSK9 inhibitor reduces risk of cardiovascular events ()
How much sugar it too much? Most Americans don’t know ()
Multiple pregnancies may increase risk of atrial fibrillation ()
Parents of children with congenital heart defects may experience mental health issues ()
New Jersey cardiologist joins cardiovascular practice in the Empire State ()
Montana health system builds up new cardio center with 15 hires ()
Boston Scientific’s shares increase 5% after strong fourth quarter ()
Medical community worried Americans face increased risk of heart disease ()
FDA approves MR-conditioning labeling for Abbott’s pacemaker ()
Certain pain relievers may increase risk for heart attack during cold, flu ()
Medicare beneficiaries with fewer cardiovascular risk factors may have lower expenditures ()
Small study finds electronic cigarettes have harmful physiologic effects ()
German research: All heart surgery patients may face risk of retained blood syndrome ()
AHA, ASA receive honor for stroke program ()
Michigan cardiologist’s mother gets visa interview cancelled after Trump’s executive order ()
What You Don’t Know Could Hurt You: Check This CMS Report ASAP ()
FDA grants 510(k) clearance for CardioInsight 3D mapping system ()
Geneva Health raises $1.9 million to expand cardiac remote monitoring device ()
Vascular Dynamics’ Announces Expedited Access Pathway Designation by FDA for MobiusHD® to Accelerate US Access for Treatment of Resistant Hypertension ()
Hospital admissions for cardiovascular disease may increase after snowstorms ()