Alcohol consumption is associated with a heightened risk of stroke among patients with newly diagnosed atrial fibrillation.

“Given the potential morbidity of COVID-19 infection even in younger adults, the risk-benefit decision for vaccination remains highly favorable," researchers wrote.

The study's authors examined data from more than 816,000 patients who were diagnosed with cancer from 2009 to 2016.

The new collaboration is designed to help clinicians reach and treat AFib patients in communities that don't always receive the most attention. 

Philadelphia's new tax led to a significant decline in the purchase of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soft drinks and lemonade, according to new data published in JAMA Network Open. The ACC, AHA, CDC and other organizations have all recommended against drinking too many of these beverages.

A new study has revealed that COVID-19 was likely already spreading in the U.S. much earlier than previously reported. In fact, the study adds to the CDC’s study suggesting the virus was present here as early as December 2019.

Researchers reported a technical success rate of 100%, but they did urge caution if the patient's coaptation gap size exceeds 8.4 mm. 

Delaying TAVR for six months can have a negative effect on patient outcomes. During the pandemic, however, there were certain times when a delay was safer than completing the procedure.