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This news channel includes content on cardiovascular disease prevention, cardiac risk stratification, diagnosis, screening programs, and management of major risk factors that include diabetes, hypertension, diet, life style, cholesterol, obesity, ethnicity and socio-economic disparities.
 

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Abbott has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) clearance for two new over-the-counter continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices. While the Lingo system was developed for the general public, helping any adult track their glucose and make healthy lifestyle choices, the Libre Rio was designed specifically for adults with type 2 diabetes.

‘Different products for different people’: FDA clears 2 Abbott over-the-counter glucose monitors

While one of the new devices was developed for the general public, the second was specifically designed for users with type 2 diabetes who do not take insulin.

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Another common artificial sweetener linked to higher risk of heart attack, stroke

According to new research led by Cleveland Clinic cardiologists, consuming high levels of xylitol can significantly increase a person's three-year risk of experiencing a major adverse cardiac event. 

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Mediterranean diet helps women live longer, reducing heart disease and cancer risks

Researchers explored decades of data from more than 25,000 women, sharing their findings in JAMA Network Open.

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Cardiologists ID signs of widespread heart disease in ancient mummies

Researchers evaluated vascular samples from more than 200 mummies, presenting their findings in European Heart Journal.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Vyaire Medical has recalled the twin tube samples lines from its Vyntus CPX Metabolic Cart due to ongoing safety concerns. This is a Class I recall, which means the FDA believes using these devices “may cause serious injuries or death.”

FDA announces new Class I recall of CPET devices due to choking hazard

If left unchecked, the devices could put patients at risk of serious injuries or death as they undergo cardiopulmonary evaluations. 

Medtronic’s MiniMed 780G automated insulin delivery system

Medtronic automated insulin pump named one of year’s ‘world-changing ideas’

The FDA-approved device includes meal detection technology that can deliver insulin when users lose track of time or underestimate how a meal may affect their health.

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Keto diet linked to risk of significant heart damage—taking small breaks can help

Following a ketogenic diet for an extended period of time may age cells much faster than normal, according to new data published in Science Advances. This could be particularly damaging to the heart and kidneys.

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World Health Organization urges countries to limit salt intake to reduce risk of CVD, hypertension

The group wants countries to implement population-wide changes that can keep salt intake to a minimum. It estimates that such policies could save up to 900,000 lives in just a few years. 

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