CARDIOPROGRESS
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Cumulative Blood Pressure Load: A Better Predictor of CV Events? Cumulative systolic blood pressure load, which can be calculated from serial blood pressure measurements, may provide better prediction of major cardiovascular events compared with traditional blood pressure measures, a new study suggests.

Vitamins or Cocoa: Which Preserves Cognition? Unexpected results from a phase 3 trial exploring the effect of multivitamins and cognition have now been published. Findings from a phase 3 study show daily multivitamin use, but not cocoa, is linked to a significantly slower rate of age-related cognitive decline.

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)

International Research in Cardiology 2010-2014 Dear colleagues!
The Cardioprogress Foundation presents the book «International Research in Cardiology», which includes the results of the most important international clinical trials presented in 2010-2024. The authors systematized studies in 21 sections, which include risk factors, antiplatelet and anticoagulant therapy, laboratory and instrumental diagnostics, arrhythmia, invasive cardiology, valvular heart diseases, intensive care in cardiology and more.

New Drug Combos Could Cut Heart Failure Mortality by 60% Optimized treatment can reduce the mortality risk for chronic heart failure (HF) by as much as 60%. The role of appropriate drug combinations and rapid diagnosis was discussed at the 91st Annual German Society of Cardiovascular Medicine Annual Conference.

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 CONFERENCE NEWS

World Heart Day On World Heart Day, 29 September 2020, we’re asking the world to Use Heart to beat CVD ... for your loved ones, society and you.

European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2020. CONFERENCE NEWS