The new survey, developed by the American College of Cardiology, included input from program directors throughout the United States. 

The American Medical Association Board of Delegates approved a policy calling on payers to reimburse for the drug regadenoson and not to employ payment policies that push for cardiologists to change the drug they use for pharmacologic stress for one that is considered less safe.

The test works by picking up on subtle blood flow changes that are often a precursor to major medical events.

According to new recommendations from the USPSTF, there are two specific vitamins—vitamin E and beta-carotene—that should not be taken to prevent CVD. When it comes to other vitamins, however, more evidence is still needed. 

Continuous and high-adherent statin users had lower baseline arterial stiffness, which also grew more slowly over time. 

Researchers presented their findings at the 2022 European Human Genetics Conference in Vienna. 

The ranking, courtesy of U.S. News & World Report, was designed to educate and inform consumers and policymakers on what’s happening in their communities.