April 2020

American Heart Association dedicates another $2M to COVID-19 research ()
Novartis launches FDA-approved study involving hydroxychloroquine, azithromycin, COVID-19 patients ()
E-cigarette use causes as much vascular damage as smoking cigarettes ()
New Data Underscore Importance of Looking for HCM Before Scheduling TAVR ()
New CDC data finds hypertension on the rise—but it’s not what you think ()
What high COVID-19 mortality among black patients tells us about CVD care in the US ()
First COVID-19 death in US caused by a ruptured heart ()
Evolocumab associated with significant drop in heart attack risk ()
Another way work-related stress can impact your cardiovascular health ()
AMA publishes ethical guidelines related to patient care during a pandemic ()
New research highlights the connection between venous thromboembolism and COVID-19 ()
Researchers using AI to track cardiac health of coronavirus patients given hydroxychloroquine, azithromycin ()
Heart attack care is different for male and female patients—and the inconsistency can lead to fatal results ()
How do blood pressure medications affect coronavirus patients? Specialists hope to crack the code ()
Seeing the Future–in 3D: New CPT Codes Set the Stage for Expanding 3D Printing in Cardiology ()
Embracing salt substitutes could help China prevent 450K CVD deaths per year ()
CAD deaths on the rise among young women in rural areas ()
Treating COVID-19 with hydroxychloroquine, with or without azithromycin, leads to more deaths ()
CMS allowing some providers to restart in-person care unrelated to COVID-19 ()
Heart attack care during a pandemic: Medical societies share COVID-19 recommendations ()
PCI for small-vessel coronary disease: How should cardiologists proceed? ()
Heart and lung solution makes at-home exams a reality ()
Stop fast-tracking medical trainees so they can join fight against COVID-19, AHA urges ()
Better than butter: Olive oil associated with significant improvements in heart health ()
New virtual clinic simplifies diabetes care ()
Just 6% of home blood pressure monitors have been validated for accuracy, Australian study finds ()
Researchers fear high doses of chloroquine ‘might be toxic’ for coronavirus patients ()
Patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease may require more aggressive, modern treatments ()
Cardiologists urge heart attack, stroke patients not to delay medical attention over COVID-19 fears ()
By the numbers: How cardiologists have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic ()
TTVR improves outcomes for patients with severe tricuspid regurgitation ()
Even later in life, lifestyle changes can help women reduce risk of stroke ()
AMA shares financial resources for physicians facing ‘unforeseen challenges’ due to COVID-19 ()
Cardiologist details his experience getting—and beating—COVID-19 ()
Women at greater risk of adverse outcomes following PCI ()
Medical groups urge caution when using hydroxychloroquine, azithromycin to treat COVID-19 patients with CVD ()
How should physicians treat STEMI patients with COVID-19? A new study aims to find out ()
Warfarin use boosts risk of hemorrhagic stroke among end-stage kidney patients with AFib ()
Hospital testing hydroxychloroquine on coronavirus patients notes serious side effects ()
Delays, shortages & confusion: New survey details challenges U.S. hospitals face during COVID-19 pandemic ()
Hospitals seeing ‘a previously unimaginable shift’ due to COVID-19—are patients afraid to seek medical attention? ()
ACC, MedAxiom CEO resigns ()
Can smartphones diagnose AFib? ()
New data registry to highlight how COVID-19 impacts cardiovascular outcomes ()
Doesn’t miss a beat: AI assesses cardiac function faster than cardiologists ()
How to provide emergency cardiovascular care, including CPR, for children with COVID-19 ()
Health groups ask CMS for prior authorization relief during COVID-19 pandemic ()
Cardiologist-led COVID-19 study to focus on protecting healthcare workers ()
E-cigarettes can help smokers quit—but do not use them casually, researchers warn ()
Stroke surgeons issue warning to public: Time is still brain during COVID-19 pandemic ()