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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Exposure to even small amounts of toxic metals increases the risk of clogged arteries

Some of the metals tracked in the study are commonly found in food and drinking water. 

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Ultra-processed foods increase the risk of a repeat heart attack or stroke

For CVD patients, researchers explained, even a diet that appears to be healthy could be doing significant damage. 

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How major life events can take a toll on the heart

Staying active during significant life moments is vital, according to a new guidance from the American Heart Association.

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A new look at the links between obesity, type 2 diabetes and cancer

A new study in Science Signaling could have significant ramifications for how we view obesity-related cancers.

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Generic statin options can save the US $11.9B per year

The study tracked five generic statins: atorvastatin, rosuvastatin, simvastatin, lovastatin and pravastatin.

New study of more than 4.5M patients examines how blood pressure can impact the risk of dementia

Researchers said they hope their findings can shine new light on this "complex relationship."

Eating the right kind of fats can reduce a person's stroke risk

The new findings are from research to be presented at AHA Scientific Sessions 2021.

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