March 2021

The blood clot plot continues: Countries suspend use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine in younger adults ()
Beta-blockers are inferior to other antihypertensive treatment options, new research confirms ()
New and improved: Hospital updates AFib ablation protocols, improves efficiency ()
GE Healthcare debuts new AI offering for cardiac imaging ()
TMVR safe and effective for kidney transplant recipients ()
Working long hours increases the likelihood of a second heart attack ()
‘A new treatment option’: FDA approves Harmony TPV, says it could delay the need for certain surgeries ()
FDA approves Zealand Pharma’s new treatment for severe hypoglycemia ()
PTSD linked to a higher risk of heart attack, heart disease among female veterans ()
CT perfusion a key tool for evaluating stroke patients—but utilization remains low ()
Championing Alternative PAD Access in the Office-based Lab ()
Bobby Brown, Texas cardiologist and World Series-winning third basemen for the New York Yankees, dies at 96 ()
Fish oil supplements lower the risk of heart disease—but only for patients with the right genetic makeup ()
NOACs associated with a 16% lower risk of bone fractures than warfarin ()
How patient-reported data compare to NYHA classifications for evaluating heart failure ()
FDA grants breakthrough device designation to AI-powered ECG analysis tool ()
AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine to get a blood clot warning in Canada ()
American College of Cardiology, American Heart Association share updated heart failure guidance ()
A key discovery: Researchers make history, identify new details about the beating heart ()
Primary PCI boosts 10-year survival rate for STEMI patients  ()
New legislation with bipartisan support would improve patient access to cardiac, pulmonary rehab programs ()
Ultra-processed foods can do significant damage to the heart ()
Multiple cardiovascular conditions more common among transgender children ()
Mobile stroke units improve patient outcomes, reduce risk of disability ()
‘Not just a respiratory illness’: New stroke data highlight the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations ()
Yogurt, other fermented dairy products may reduce hypertension ()
Michigan cardiologist pays US government $2M for ‘exploitative and improper' ordering practices ()
Regular meat consumption linked to a higher risk of ischemic heart disease, diabetes ()
Adding icosapent ethyl to statin therapy may reduce risk of stroke by 36% ()
COAPT update: How AFib affects TMVR outcomes ()
Minor impairments in systolic function linked to heart failure, HFrEF in late life ()
Viz.ai raises $71M to focus its AI capabilities on cardiology, pulmonary care and other specialties ()
TMVR for pediatric patients: ‘Acutely effective and safe, with very encouraging results’ ()
AI model predicts death from cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease better than other advanced techniques ()
Beta-blocker use not associated with depression—but it may be tied to unusual dreams, insomnia ()
More countries suspend use of AstraZeneca vaccine due to potential blood clot risk ()
Philips, American College of Cardiology collaborate to improve cardiovascular care ()
Heart attacks more likely to be missed in women than men ()
Several countries pause use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine due to blood clot concerns—US still sitting on millions of doses ()
Plant-based diets associated with a lower risk of stroke—but not if they are full of junk food ()
FDA grants breakthrough device designation to new heart failure solution from Berlin Heals ()
Wearable ECG devices detect AFib among older patients, reducing the risk of stroke ()
American College of Cardiology: Biden’s $1.9T COVID-19 relief bill will help reduce healthcare disparities ()
Eating 2 servings of fish per week helps patients battle recurrent heart disease ()
5 important tips about COVID-19 vaccines for heart failure, heart transplant patients ()
How heart rhythm issues affect 2-year TAVR, SAVR outcomes ()
‘A cardiovascular problem disguised as an eye problem’: Why CRAO requires immediate treatment ()
New Jersey cardiologist faces up to 20 years in prison for illegally distributing Oxycodone ()
Beta-blockers, ACE inhibitors, ARBs lead to improved long-term outcomes for aortic dissection patients ()
Family members of people on the Mediterranean diet also see benefits, including weight loss ()
What cardiologists need to know about maintaining certification ()
As vaccinations continue, American Heart Association urges people to keep wearing masks, practicing social distancing ()
An encouraging update: Professional athletes rarely develop heart inflammation after a mild COVID-19 infection ()
Unprecedented: Cardiology providers lost an estimated $506M in revenue in the pandemic’s early months ()
Women consistently experience longer delays in care, worse outcomes following a life-threatening heart attack ()
An alternative to AVR: Ross procedure linked to strong outcomes for young, middle-aged adults ()
Frail patients much more likely to experience major bleeding events following PCI ()
American Indians have an especially high risk of stroke, leaving researchers with many questions ()
Cardiologist pleads guilty after police find evidence he discussed engaging in sexual acts with children ()
TAVR outperforms surgery for low-risk patients after 2 years—but the gap may be shrinking ()
Healthcare groups from around the world unite to develop a standardized definition of heart failure ()
FDA announces recall of Medtronic HVAD pump implant kits after 2 deaths, 19 serious injuries ()
AFib and atrial flutter in the United States: 5 key takeaways from a new analysis ()
Cardiologist donates $1M to fund heart disease research as tribute to ‘selfless, loving’ wife ()
CTA provides value as a noninvasive alternative to ICA when treating NSTE-ACS ()
Better Together? An Integrated Market for Calcium-modification Strategies ()
Atherectomy's Small But Growing Presence ()
IVL Turns Standard Balloon Technology into a Powerful Calcium-disruption Tool ()
Breaking Through- Have Severely Calcified Lesions Met Their Match? ()