Heart Health

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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Diabetes, hypertension more common among breast cancer survivors

Women who received left-sided radiation or endocrine therapy appear to be impacted the most by this trend. 

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FDA announces a new recall for extended-release metformin due to contamination

The FDA first announced the detection of high levels of NDMA, a contaminant associated with cancer, in extended-release metformin products back in May 2020. 

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How taking blood pressure medication can lead to kidney damage

The study's authors noted that patients should keep taking their medications as normal. However, they see a definite need for more research in this area.

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Want to live longer and have a healthier heart? Add more olive oil to your diet

Swapping out just 10 grams per day of margarine, butter, mayonnaise or dairy fat for olive oil can make a big difference.

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Adults with type 2 diabetes are not taking care of their hearts

A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association explored this issue in great detail.

The 10 best diets for your heart: Mediterranean, Ornish diets tie for the top spot

A total of 40 different diets were included in the evaluation.

FDA approves inclisiran, a twice-yearly injection that lowers cholesterol

The medication was designed to help lower LDL-C levels with just two doses per year. 

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Medtronic receives warning letter from FDA after inspection, sees stock prices drop 7%

The letter detailed issues related to risk assessment, the reporting of adverse events and other key areas. 

Around the web

GE HealthCare said the price of iodine contrast increased by more than 200% between 2017 to 2023. Will new Chinese tariffs drive costs even higher?

Several key trends were evident at the Radiological Society of North America 2024 meeting, including new CT and MR technology and evolving adoption of artificial intelligence.