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Study links heart attacks and late-onset epilepsy in older adults
Older adults who have a heart attack may be more likely to develop epilepsy later in life, according to a study published in Neurology. While the study shows a link between these conditions, it does not prove cause and effect.
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General anesthesia during clot-removal surgery leads to better neurological outcomes at 3 months
Patients who undergo general anesthesia while receiving a specialized surgery to treat strokes have better outcomes than patients who are moderately sedated, according to new research led by UTHealth Houston.
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Premature birth and NICU stay linked to higher childhood hypertension risk
A study led by Johns Hopkins Children's Center researchers shows that some preterm infants admitted to the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)—even without major complications of premature birth—have a heightened risk ...
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Drug-coated balloons shown as effective alternative to stents in larger arteries
In the treatment of larger narrowed blood vessels, drug-coated balloon catheters have been shown to deliver lasting and effective outcomes. Their minimally invasive nature makes them a viable alternative to stents. These ...
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Treating gum disease could reduce risk of heart attacks and strokes
Intensive treatment of severe gum disease can help prevent arteries from becoming clogged, supporting heart health and reducing the long-term risk of developing cardiovascular diseases such as coronary heart disease and stroke, ...
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New effort launched to support earlier diagnosis, treatment of aortic stenosis
People living with aortic stenosis (AS) could gain earlier access to innovative care and treatment thanks to a new effort from the American Heart Association designed to boost clinical trial participation and speed diagnosis ...
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Decades-long research tracks heart health improvements among American Indians
For more than 35 years, University of Oklahoma Health Campus researchers have played a key role in the Strong Heart Study, a landmark project that has uncovered critical insights into cardiovascular disease among American ...
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Reactivating a fetal gene enables adult heart cells to regenerate after injury
Around the globe, heart disease remains one of the top causes of death. Once patients begin to suffer from serious heart problems, like heart attacks and heart failure, the heart muscles become damaged and are difficult to ...
Transgender women do not have an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, large-scale study shows
Contrary to previous research, transgender women who use the hormone estradiol for their transition do not have an increased risk of heart attack and stroke compared to men in the general Dutch population. This is shown by ...
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New model forecasts 10-year heart risk after breast cancer treatment
A multi-institution research team led by Georgetown University Medical Center has developed and validated a model estimating the 10-year risk of heart failure or cardiomyopathy after early-stage breast cancer treatment. Separating ...
Drug-delivery patch could help to heal the heart following a heart attack
MIT engineers have developed a flexible drug-delivery patch that can be placed on the heart after a heart attack to help promote healing and regeneration of cardiac tissue.
Nov 4, 2025
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New ultrasound technology can non-invasively measure blood viscosity
For years, doctors have relied on familiar vital signs—heart rate, blood pressure, temperature and oxygen levels—to monitor someone's health. But researchers at the University of Missouri believe one key metric has been ...
Nov 4, 2025
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Accessible imaging technique can predict cardiac risks in patients with Chagas disease
A simple imaging exam capable of assessing myocardial deformation during contraction has emerged as a promising tool for predicting the risk of cardiac complications in patients with chronic Chagas disease.
Nov 4, 2025
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Kids need CPR more promptly than adults following cardiac arrest
Thousands of U.S. kids each year collapse from cardiac arrest and need CPR to save their lives.
Nov 4, 2025
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Waist-to-height ratio outperforms BMI in predicting heart disease risk
The ratio of a person's waist measurement compared to their height is more reliable than body mass index (BMI) at predicting heart disease risk, according to new research from UPMC and University of Pittsburgh physician-scientists.
Nov 3, 2025
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Specific human gene can help the heart repair itself from heart attack or heart failure
A naturally occurring gene called Cyclin A2 (CCNA2), which turns off after birth in humans, can actually make new, functioning heart cells and help the heart repair itself from injury, including a heart attack or heart failure, ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Mapping the heart: How cells coordinate repair after heart attack
Over the course of evolution, the human heart has largely lost its ability to regenerate. Our distant ancestors were not afflicted by heart attacks—a condition that emerged primarily with modern lifestyles marked by poor ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Long-term use of melatonin supplements to support sleep may have negative heart health effects
Long-term use of melatonin supplements, often used to promote sleep and address insomnia, is associated with a higher risk of heart failure diagnosis, heart failure, hospitalization and death from any cause in chronic insomnia, ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Exploring placental malperfusion's impact on fetal health and development in congenital heart disease
Researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) discovered that placental malperfusion (PMP), a condition that disrupts blood flow in the placenta, is common in fetuses with congenital heart disease (CHD) and is ...
Nov 3, 2025
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AI tool detects structural heart disease in adults using a smartwatch
An artificial intelligence (AI) algorithm paired with the single-lead electrocardiogram (ECG) sensors on a smartwatch accurately diagnosed structural heart diseases, such as weakened pumping ability, damaged valves or thickened ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Low-dose aspirin linked to lower cardiovascular event risk for adults with type 2 diabetes
People with type 2 diabetes (T2D) and an elevated risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) who took low-dose aspirin were less likely to experience a major cardiovascular event, including heart attack, stroke or death, than ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Exposure to more artificial light at night may raise heart disease risk
Higher levels of artificial light at night were linked to increased stress-related activity in the brain, inflamed arteries and a higher risk of heart disease, according to a preliminary study presented at the American Heart ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Improving care for life-threatening blood clots
Pulmonary embolism (PE), a type of blood clot in the lungs, sends more than half a million people to U.S. hospitals each year—and kills about one in five high-risk patients, according to the American Heart Association 2025 ...
Nov 3, 2025
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Healthy lifestyle combined with newer diabetes medications lowers cardiovascular risk, preliminary study suggests
People with type 2 diabetes who combined healthy lifestyle habits with GLP-1 receptor agonist (GLP-1 RA) medications had a greater reduction in risk of major adverse cardiovascular events, including heart attack, stroke or ...
Nov 3, 2025
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