Heart Health

This news channel includes content on cardiovascular disease prevention, cardiac risk stratification, diagnosis, screening programs, and management of major risk factors that include diabetes, hypertension, diet, life style, cholesterol, obesity, ethnicity and socio-economic disparities.

Dexcom issues new recall for CGM apps due to safety risk—users urged to update immediately
The FDA has categorized this as a Class I recall. If patients update their phone or watch apps as needed, they can continue to use these devices like normal.
Plant-based diets linked to lower risks of death, heart disease, stroke and diabetes
Diets that prioritize plant-based foods are associated with several health benefits, according to a new study of more than 3.4 million adults. Such diets also show potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Health systems use AI to target patients who may have elevated Lp(a) levels
"We can start helping people right now, and it would be meaningful if we can raise more awareness to reduce the burden of CVD," explained Katherine Wilemon, founder and CEO of the Family Heart Foundation.
Oral GLP-1 drug linked to weight loss in patients with and without diabetes—is FDA approval next?
Eli Lilly and Company is back with even more positive data on orforglipron, its oral GLP-1 receptor agonist. The company says it is "moving with urgency" toward gaining key regulatory approvals and getting the drug in the hands of patients.
Cardiology group thanks Taylor Swift for spreading word about nuclear stress testing
When Taylor Swift speaks, the world listens. And when she recently appeared on a podcast for the very first time, she shared the story of how a nuclear stress test saved her father's life.

Adding more plant-based foods makes Mediterranean diet even better for cardiovascular health

The study, published in Heart, examined how even minor dietary changes can affect a person's health.

93% of patients with type 2 diabetes are at an increased risk of a fatal heart attack or stroke

The study, published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, included data from nearly 374,000 adult patients.

Eating eggs can increase your risk of diabetes by up to 60%

The analysis, published in the British Journal of Nutrition, included more than 8,000 adults.

Statins and side effects: What physicians, and patients, can learn from an eye-opening new study

A new placebo-controlled trial explored the various side effects patients report when on statin therapy to lower their cholesterol.

Cardiologists not practicing what they preach

Cardiologists push their patients to stay active, often emphasizing the link between physical activity and a healthy cardiovascular system. Many doctors, however, aren't listening to their own advice.

‘Parts of the country are being left behind’: Tracking food insecurity and cardiovascular death in the United States

Food insecurity is a significant issue in the United States, one that could get much worse as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Pre-pregnancy hypertension on the rise throughout the US

An analysis of nearly 48 million births found that pre-pregnancy hypertension was up among both urban and rural women.

FDA announces another recall for extended-release metformin due to contamination

Nostrum Laboratories is at the center of this latest voluntary recall.

Heart Health

Dexcom issues new recall for CGM apps due to safety risk—users urged to update immediately

Plant-based diets linked to lower risks of death, heart disease, stroke and diabetes

Health systems use AI to target patients who may have elevated Lp(a) levels

Oral GLP-1 drug linked to weight loss in patients with and without diabetes—is FDA approval next?

Cardiology group thanks Taylor Swift for spreading word about nuclear stress testing