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Scientists identify why some heart rhythm drugs heighten risks when sodium levels drop
New research explains how low levels of the electrolyte sodium in the blood can disrupt the timing of the heartbeat in patients taking widely used rhythm-control medications such as flecainide, which is commonly prescribed ...
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Protein aggregation inhibitor shows lower levels of cell death and paralysis in mice with acute strokes
Stroke is said to be the second leading cause of death worldwide after heart disease. To prevent the death of neurons in the brain, a research group led by Osaka Metropolitan University Associate Professor Hidemitsu Nakajima ...
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FDA approves Kerendia for heart failure with ejection fraction of 40% or higher
Following priority review, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Bayer's Kerendia (finerenone) for the treatment of patients with heart failure with left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) ≥40%.
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Clinical trial shows taking blood pressure medication at night improves nocturnal and daytime control
Research led by Sichuan University in China has revealed that bedtime antihypertensive medication dosing improves nocturnal blood pressure control over morning dosing in patients with hypertension.
New drug offers hope of cure for hormone-driven high blood pressure
An international team of researchers led by Professor Morris Brown FRS at Queen Mary University of London found that Baxdrostat, a drug belonging to a new class of aldosterone synthase inhibitors, led to an average fall in ...
Jul 14, 2025
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More research needed to explore potential racial, gender and socioeconomic differences in telestroke treatment
Research presented today at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery's (SNIS) 22nd Annual Meeting included three studies that explored the differences in treatment and recovery options for patients across racial, gender ...
Jul 14, 2025
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Endocrine Society guideline calls for increased screening for common cause of high blood pressure
Endocrine Society experts encouraged more widespread screening for a common hormonal cause of high blood pressure known as primary aldosteronism in a new Clinical Practice Guideline.
Jul 14, 2025
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Multi-component strategies for cholesterol control beyond adherence
Pharmacy researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) have demonstrated that multi-component interventions are required to improve the regular intake of cholesterol-lowering medications.
Jul 14, 2025
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Not all 'forever chemicals' are equal: Experts call for nuanced PFAS policy to protect public health and the environment
The public, legislators, and media often group per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as PFAS or "forever chemicals," which are found globally in countless products, into a single category. While certain PFAS are harmful ...
Jul 14, 2025
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Hidden danger: Study maps rise of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome in the US
One in three adults in the U.S. has three or more risk factors for a newly recognized but increasingly common condition: cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome. First recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) ...
Jul 13, 2025
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Premenstrual symptoms linked to increased risk of cardiovascular disease
Women diagnosed with premenstrual symptoms have a slightly increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease later in life. This is shown by a new study from Karolinska Institutet published in Nature Cardiovascular Research.
Jul 11, 2025
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Researchers unlock hidden geometry of the heart to revolutionize ECG interpretation
A study led by scientists at King's has revealed how the physical orientation of the heart inside the chest dramatically influences the electrical signals captured in an electrocardiogram (ECG)—a discovery that could pave ...
Jul 11, 2025
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Temporal and noise-resilient techniques for refined cardiovascular diagnostic imaging
Cardiovascular diseases are a leading health concern in Hong Kong, prompting many to undergo regular heart check-ups for their early detection and management. Echocardiography, a key diagnostic imaging tool, plays a crucial ...
Jul 11, 2025
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Study findings help hone precision of proven cardiovascular disease risk tool
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk prediction models have improved the ability to stratify adults across the CVD risk spectrum. Researchers at Sutter Health and colleagues at Stanford University tested the performance of the ...
Jul 11, 2025
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A one minute scan of your foot could help prevent amputation: Here's how
Imagine having blocked arteries in your legs and not knowing it. At first, there may be no symptoms at all. Just occasional fatigue, cramping or discomfort—symptoms easy to dismiss as aging or being out of shape.
Jul 10, 2025
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Heart attack symptoms are complex and mild, not dramatic like movies show, according to study
Hollywood has shaped how many people imagine a heart attack—someone clutching their chest and collapsing dramatically. But those portrayals are misleading and shouldn't be expected, says Ann Eckhardt, a nursing professor ...
Jul 10, 2025
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AI tool more effective for predicting risk of heart attack
Researchers from The University of Western Australia, working with medtech industry partners Artrya, have developed a new, fully automated AI algorithm that is more effective than current methods at predicting the risk of ...
Jul 10, 2025
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New study shows promise for early diagnosis of poor blood circulation using ultrasound
An alternative diagnostic method could improve early detection and treatment of peripheral artery disease (PAD), according to a new study from the University of Surrey. PAD is a common condition affecting up to a quarter ...
Jul 10, 2025
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Hidden heart risks exist in women with type 2 diabetes
Women with type 2 diabetes are nearly twice as likely as men to have hidden heart damage, according to a study by University of Leicester researchers.
Jul 10, 2025
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Genetics helps untangle the causes behind a rare and complex vascular disorder
Our genes underlie all aspects of life, from our looks to how our cells behave. This includes diseases, as genetic changes can underlie the development and progression of certain health problems. This is true for arteriovenous ...
Jul 10, 2025
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Living in marginalized neighborhoods linked to adverse outcomes in acute myocardial infarction
For younger acute myocardial infarction (AMI) survivors, living in marginalized neighborhoods is associated with adverse outcomes, according to a study published online July 2 in JAMA Network Open.
Jul 10, 2025
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AI-enhanced echocardiography improves early detection of amyloid buildup in the heart
An artificial intelligence (AI) model developed by Mayo Clinic and Ultromics, Ltd., an AI echocardiography company based in Oxford, England, is highly accurate in screening for cardiac amyloidosis, a rare and progressive ...
Jul 9, 2025
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How tea, chocolate and apples could help lower your blood pressure
We're constantly told to "eat healthy"—but what does that actually mean? Even doctors sometimes struggle to offer clear, practical advice on which specific foods support health, why they work and what real benefits people ...
Jul 9, 2025
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In menopause, sleep is vitally important for women's long-term heart health, study finds
During the menopause transition, only one in five women have optimal scores using the American Heart Association's health-assessment tool, known as Life's Essential 8 (LE8). Among the tool's eight components, four of them—blood ...
Jul 9, 2025
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Drug candidate IHMT-15130 shows dual action against heart muscle thickening and inflammation
A research team led by Prof. Liu Qingsong from the Hefei Institutes of Physical Science of the Chinese Academy of Science has developed IHMT-15130, a selective and irreversible inhibitor of Bone marrow kinase in chromosome ...
Jul 9, 2025
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