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Studies test whether gene-editing can fix high cholesterol. For now, take your medicine
Scientists are testing an entirely new way to fight heart disease: a gene-editing treatment that might offer a one-time fix for high cholesterol.
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Bicuspid aortic valve is caused by variation in numerous genes active in neonatal development of human heart
Bicuspid aortic valve (BAV) is a common congenital heart defect where the aortic valve has two leaflets (cusps) instead of the usual three, resulting in abnormal blood flow and development of aortic valve diseases such as ...
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Healthy versions of low-carb and low-fat diets linked to better cardiovascular and metabolic health
The quality of a low-carbohydrate or low-fat diet may matter more than the amount of carbohydrates or fat consumed when it comes to reducing heart disease risk, according to a study published in JACC.
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Heart disease risk factors appear at younger age among South Asian adults in the U.S., study finds
South Asian adults in the U.S. are more likely to have risk factors for atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD) by age 45 when compared to white, Black, Chinese or Hispanic adults in the same age group, according to ...
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New analysis links flu vaccination to 18% lower odds of heart attack
Influenza vaccination is associated with significantly lower odds of myocardial infarction (MI), according to a large meta-analysis published late last week in BMC Public Health. In the study, researchers led by a team from ...
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Biochemical markers could improve diagnosis of hidden heart injuries after chest trauma
Researchers are exploring a new generation of biochemical markers that may help clinicians detect myocardial contusion, a frequently overlooked form of heart injury caused by blunt chest trauma, earlier and more accurately. ...
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Researchers identify new factor involved in pulmonary hypertension
Hypertension in the lungs is a relatively rare but very serious disease that is usually fatal within two years if left untreated. Current therapies can slow down its progression, but no cure exists. Research teams from Bochum ...
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What is atrial fibrillation and how is it treated?
Daniel Moore was about 30 the first time it happened. At the end of a long, hot, stressful day, he chugged an ice-cold glass of milk.
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Q&A: Can laughter help your heart?
Heart disease, particularly a heart attack, can feel like it comes out of nowhere. However, the truth is that certain behaviors put us at risk—and changing those behaviors is largely within our control. Most heart disease ...
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Novel framework for real-time bedside heart rate variability analysis
Real-time and early detection of minute changes in the functioning of the cardiovascular system is crucial for managing critically ill patients, such as newborns and older adults, and can significantly affect their outcomes. ...
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Genetic link between type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure uncovered
Type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure share a genetic link, according to new research from the University of Surrey, U.K., and the Université de Lille, France. In a large-scale study, scientists examined genetic data linked ...
Feb 10, 2026
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AI stethoscope can help spot 'silent epidemic' of heart valve disease earlier than GPs, study suggests
Artificial intelligence could help doctors detect serious heart valve disease years earlier, potentially saving thousands of lives, a new study suggests. Researchers led by the University of Cambridge analyzed heart sounds ...
Feb 10, 2026
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New artificial intelligence tool diagnoses masked hypertension
About 10% of people with hypertension have normal blood pressure readings at the doctor's office. Now researchers at the University of Arkansas have developed an artificial-intelligence diagnostic tool to detect this condition, ...
Feb 10, 2026
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GLP-1 drugs may protect the heart beyond weight loss, trial results suggest
With the use of GLP-1 medications on the rise, cardiologists are seeing benefits to heart health, and it might not all be related to weight loss alone. GLP-1 medications, including semaglutide, are a class of drugs that act ...
Feb 10, 2026
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New study reveals gaps in Apple Watch's ability to detect undiagnosed high blood pressure
In September 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration cleared the Apple Watch Hypertension Notifications Feature, a cuffless tool that uses the watch's optical sensors to detect blood flow patterns and alert users when ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Why flu season can strain your heart, and what a new mRNA approach suggests
Mount Sinai researchers have identified a cellular mechanism linking infections from influenza A viruses (IAVs) to cardiovascular disease, providing critical insights on how influenza can damage the heart and increase the ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Video: Cardiologist discusses heart disease in women
Heart disease affects women differently than men, and understanding those differences can be lifesaving. Dr. Sharonne N. Hayes, a Mayo Clinic cardiologist and leading expert in the field of women's heart health, says progress ...
Feb 9, 2026
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Watch the Super Bowl? Doctors warn about hidden health risks for fans
Doctors say the big game can also bring big health risks, from heart strain to food poisoning and alcohol-related emergencies, especially for folks with underlying medical conditions.
Feb 9, 2026
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Catheter technique repairs failed mechanical aortic valves without open-heart surgery
A team led by the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares (CNIC) and Hospital Clínico Universitario de Valladolid has developed and clinically applied a minimally invasive technique that, for the first time, ...
Feb 8, 2026
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Q&A: What is chronic venous insufficiency? A vascular surgeon answers
Up to 40% of adults in the United States have chronic venous insufficiency, a condition in which veins in the legs don't function properly, preventing blood flow back to the heart. Miguel F. Manzur, MD, a vascular surgeon ...
Feb 8, 2026
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Q&A: Researcher discusses interplay of hormonal contraceptive use, stress and cardiovascular risk in women
New research explores how hormonal contraceptive use may influence cardiovascular and thrombotic risk in women, including those with anxiety, depression or PTSD. Antonia Seligowski, Ph.D., of the Neurocardiac Effects of Stress ...
Feb 7, 2026
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Comparable effectiveness seen for multiartery bypass grafting methods
For lower-risk patients undergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) for multivessel disease, radial artery plus one internal thoracic artery (SITA+RA) and bilateral ITA (BITA) utilization is increasing, with survival ...
Feb 7, 2026
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Q&A: American Heart Month spotlights heart disease risks, including 'silent' high blood pressure
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. February is American Heart Month, established in 1964 by President Lyndon B. Johnson to encourage Americans to prioritize and protect their heart health.
Feb 7, 2026
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Exploring 'wire-free' angiography-derived physiology for coronary assessment
A new expert opinion from the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) examines the evolving role of angiography-derived physiology (ADP), a wire-free method for coronary physiologic assessment that applies ...
Feb 7, 2026
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Study finds 90 minutes weekly activity after ablation linked to fewer atrial fibrillation relapses
New research from CU Anschutz scientists suggests that staying physically active after heart rhythm treatment may significantly reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation (AF) returning, offering patients a simple, low-cost way ...
Feb 6, 2026
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