October 08, 2024

New Guidelines May Reshape Arrhythmia Care for Athletes

New HRS guidelines challenge traditional restrictions, revealing no increased arrhythmic risk for many athletes returning to play after proper evaluation and treatment.

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October 07, 2024

Millions Misdiagnosed? Arm Position May Skew BP

Improper arm positioning during blood pressure measurement could lead to misdiagnosis of hypertension in up to 54 million U.S. adults, a new study reveals.

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October 04, 2024

Epilepsy Linked to Heart Risks in Seniors

A recent study reveals that older adults with a history of epilepsy face a heightened risk of cardiovascular events, with medication use playing a significant role in this association.

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October 03, 2024

A New Cardioprotective Marker in Women?

A new study has found that women with the highest levels of IgM anti-PC antibodies have a 73% lower risk of myocardial infarction, potentially suggesting a role for these antibodies in cardiovascular risk assessment and prevention.

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October 01, 2024

Why Does Vitamin D Work Differently Across Cultures?

A meta-analysis of 99 randomized controlled trials reveals vitamin D supplementation significantly improved cardiometabolic risk factors, with more pronounced benefits observed in non-Western populations, individuals with lower baseline 25[OH]D levels, and those with lower BMI.

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September 30, 2024

FDA Greenlights New Heart Disease Diagnostic Drug

Clinicians have underscored Flyrcado's distinct clinical benefits such as higher-quality imaging, greater defect resolution, and improved workflow.

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September 30, 2024

Fertility Treatments and Cardiac Risks: New Data Emerges

In a study of over 7.7 million births, children conceived through assisted reproductive technology showed a higher risk of major congenital heart defects compared to those conceived naturally, prompting a reevaluation of prenatal cardiac screening protocols.

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September 26, 2024

Seasonal Potassium Shifts Alter ACEI Dosing

A UK-based study found that seasonal changes in potassium levels influenced ACE inhibitor prescriptions, raising concerns about blood test accuracy and potential overprescribing during colder months.

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September 25, 2024

Body Roundness Trajectories Predict CVD Risk: Study

A 9-year study of nearly 10,000 adults found that those with persistently high body roundness trajectories had a 55% greater risk of cardiovascular events, independent of traditional risk factors.

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