Premature menopause is associated with increased risk of heart problems
Menopause before 40 years of age is associated with elevated risks of heart failure and atrial fibrillation, according to a study published today in European Heart Journal, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
Social isolation, loneliness raise risk of death from heart attack or stroke by nearly a third
Loneliness increases the risk of cardiovascular disease by almost a third, according to new research. Socially isolated individuals are about 30 percent more likely to suffer a stroke or heart attack — death from either. (San-Diego)
As Y Chromosomes Vanish With Age, Heart Risks May Grow
It’s been known for more than half a century that many men lose their Y chromosomes as they age. But no one knew if it really mattered. The loss of Y could just be a sign of aging, like gray hair, with no clinical relevance. (Subscription required in order to read the article).
People With Diabetes Are More Vulnerable to Heart Disease. How to Reduce the Risk
If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, know that you’ve got plenty of company. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) reports that in 2019, the most recent year for which data is available, 37.3 million adults in the U.S.—about 11.3% of the population—had the chronic condition, and that number continues to grow.
Increasing moderate activity could cut stroke risk by 40%, research suggests
New analysis adds further evidence to the link between a sedentary lifestyle and risk of disease and disability.
Why L.G.B.T.Q. Adults Are More Vulnerable to Heart Disease
Experts say that a leading cause of death often goes overlooked.
Ventricular Changes Seem Worse in Persistent vs Paroxysmal AF
The study covered in this summary was published on ResearchSquare.org as a preprint and has not yet been peer reviewed.
No Thrombotic Risk From Higher Lp(a) Levels
Contrary to indications from previous studies, there is no association between increased lipoprotein(a) concentrations and the risk for subsequent thrombotic events, suggests a new large-scale analysis. (Milan)
Noninvasive Approach to Revascularization Decisions Shows Promise
When deciding on the optimal revascularization strategy for patients with multivessel coronary disease, a noninvasive approach using quantitative flow ratio (QFR) showed substantial agreement with the more invasive classical fractional flow reserve (FFR) approach in a new study.
SAFE-PAD Shows Long-Term Safety of Paclitaxel Devices
Patients who have paclitaxel-coated stents and balloons have survival and outcomes comparable to those who have a bare-metal stent or percutaneous transluminal angioplasty, according to updated results from a large study of almost 170,000 Medicare beneficiaries.
Muslim fasting from a medical point of view
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Novel Therapeutic Approach Targeting CXCR3 to Treat Immunotherapy Myocarditis
Immune checkpoint inhibitors (ICIs) are successful in treating many cancers but may cause immune-related adverse events. ICI-mediated myocarditis has a high fatality rate with severe cardiovascular consequences. Targeted therapies for ICI myocarditis are currently limited. Bill is developing a new therapeutic approach targeting CXCR3 for the treatment of myocarditis with immunotherapy.
Six pregnancy complications are among red flags for heart disease later in life. American Heart Association Scientific Statement
Six pregnancy-related complications - high blood pressure, gestational diabetes, preterm delivery, small-for-gestational-age delivery, pregnancy loss or placental abruption – increase a woman’s risk for developing cardiovascular disease (CVD) later in life, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published today in the Association’s flagship journal Circulation.
X International forum of cardiology and internal medicine
Dear Colleagues! The jubilee X International Forum of Cardiology and Internal medicine in the online format has completed. Event diaries, abstract book, forum report, and full versions of video recordings of lectures are presented at the links
Eating meat ‘raises risk of heart disease, diabetes and pneumonia
UK researchers find link between regular meat intake and nine non-cancerous illnesses.
Eating meat regularly increases a person’s risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, pneumonia and other serious illnesses, research has found.
COVID-19 Vaccination for Healthcare Workers. What You Need to Know
As most of the world hopes for an end to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, trust in a vaccine provides a glimmer of hope. Limited quantities of 2 anti-COVID-19 vaccines are available in the United States, mandating prioritizing populations for vaccination. Healthcare workers (HCW) are key on the list, as they are on COVID-19 care front lines and are at high risk for exposure and transmission.
Current Overview on Hypercoagulability in COVID-19
The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), has brought many unique pathologies, such as coagulopathy, prompting a desperate need for effective management. COVID-19-associated coagulopathy (CAC) can cause various thromboembolic complications, especially in critically ill patients.
ESC/EACTS to Review Left Main Revascularization Guidance Patrice Wendling
The European Society of Cardiology and European Association for Cardiothoracic Surgery (ESC/EACTS) have announced they will review their joint recommendations for left main coronary artery disease in light of emerging data.
Russian National Congress of Cardiology 2020
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