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Jeff Kuvin, MD, explains the effort to create an new independent cardiology board. He is the ACC point person for the effort.

The push for an independent cardiology board continues

Jeffrey Kuvin, MD, one of the leading voices behind the push for a new Board of Cardiovascular Medicine, spoke with Cardiovascular Business about where things stand today.

Mammogram breast imaging GE Patient with Pristina Dueta.

Behavioral ‘nudges’ significantly increase adherence to regular mammography screening

Penn Medicine experts conducted two randomized clinical trials, with women receiving text message reminders, bulk orders or letters endorsed by their PCP.

Delay in sale of 9-state multispecialty radiology provider spurs Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing

The decision is "a direct consequence of Wall Street private equity vultures looting our healthcare system,” Sen. Elizabeth Warren said Monday.

Real-time MRI shows exact mechanisms underlying man's stutter

This development could help scientists fine-tune speech therapy to people who struggle with speaking.

Former nurse sentenced to life for murdering patients with insulin injections

Heather Pressdee, 41, pleaded guilty to the charges, which included three counts of first-degree murder and 19 counts of attempt to commit murder.

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Moderate aortic stenosis linked to heightened risk of death—should TAVR, surgery be considered?

Researchers tracked data from more than 400,000 patients for a new meta-analysis, presenting their findings in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Steward Health Care files for bankruptcy, citing rising labor costs and reduced reimbursement

The health system employs 40,000 people and cares for more than 12 million patients in eight states.

breast cancer mammography screening mammogram scheduling

Patients miss nearly 24% of outpatient imaging appointments, with most due to cancellation

Patients who are younger, unwed, live in disadvantaged neighborhoods, or lack adequate insurance are more likely to miss their exams.

Some patients with certain autoimmune diseases in some states are finding it difficult to obtain their prescriptions for methotrexate as a result of changing abortion care laws.

Walgreens may sell $2B pharmacy automation business

The move comes as Walgreens is shoring up its business amid a period of big transactions in the healthcare space.

New wearable device, no bigger than a stamp, uses AI to deliver on-the-go cardiac imaging

New stamp-sized wearable device uses AI to deliver on-the-go cardiac imaging

The device, designed to be worn for up to 24 hours at a time, uses ultrasound technology and artificial intelligence to track how much blood the user's heart is pumping.

Photon counting cuts CTA contrast dosage 25%

Not only does the low-volume contrast protocol preserve supplies, it also protects patients who might be vulnerable to adverse reactions and/or side effects from contrast use.

Kroger launches colorectal clinical trial sites

Kroger’s latest move underscores how large companies in other industries are making their way into the healthcare space.

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