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.

Drinking coffee may reduce risk of recurrent AFib
Physicians often tell AFib patients they should limit coffee consumption to protect their hearts. This new analysis, however, suggests that may not be necessary.
AI-enabled coronary plaque quantification outperforms traditional risk scores
Researchers used AI-enabled software developed by Cleerly to evaluate the CCTA results of more than 6,000 patients. The software was consistently effective, identifying patients who may face an increased risk of poor outcomes.
FDA clears AI-powered ‘thermometer of the future’ with ECG sensors
BeamO combines electrocardiogram sensors, a stethoscope and a thermometer into a single device that patients can use at home to learn more about their health. Findings can then be submitted for a cardiologist to review.
Cardiologists work to eliminate ‘cardiology deserts’ found in many rural communities
The Association of Black Cardiologists hopes to improve widespread disparities in care through the use of patient education, free diagnostic heart screenings and other proven methods.
‘Unprecedented’: Single dose of new gene-editing therapy lowers cholesterol, triglycerides
First-in-human data suggest the therapy, CTX310, could be a breakthrough for patients with lipid disorders.

Low-fat vegan diet helps adults lose weight, boost metabolism and reduce diabetes risk

After 16 weeks, study participants following the vegan diet lost an average of 14 pounds. One researcher described the team's findings as "groundbreaking."

A healthy blood pressure in middle age may limit brain damage later in life

The study's authors explored data from more than 37,000 adults.

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.

Heart Health

Drinking coffee may reduce risk of recurrent AFib

AI-enabled coronary plaque quantification outperforms traditional risk scores

FDA clears AI-powered ‘thermometer of the future’ with ECG sensors

Cardiologists work to eliminate ‘cardiology deserts’ found in many rural communities

‘Unprecedented’: Single dose of new gene-editing therapy lowers cholesterol, triglycerides