Monthly Archives: September 2023

George Vettiankal, MD, FACC, FSCAI, a Cardiologist with The Heart Institute of East Texas

New York City, New York Sep 7, 2023 (Issuewire.com) – A proven cardiologist, Dr. Vettiankal is renowned for his expertise in the fields of Cardiovascular Disease, Interventional Cardiology, Internal Medicine, and Echocardiography. With a comprehensive medical background, he has made significant contributions to patient care, research, and medical education. The doctor’s acclaimed career in medicine […]

Caitlin Wahl, MD, a Thoracic Surgeon with Beaumont Health

New York City, New York Sep 7, 2023 (Issuewire.com) – A board-certified thoracic surgeon, Dr. Wahl works within the Surgery Department at Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills. The Surgery Department at Beaumont Hospital, Farmington Hills is staffed by career surgeons dedicated to perpetuating and continually redefining their role in a wide variety of surgical procedures. They […]

Jeffrey Kantor, MD, an Orthopedic Surgeon with Kantor Orthopedics

New York City, New York Sep 7, 2023 (Issuewire.com) – An orthopedic surgeon fellowship trained in sports medicine and joint replacement surgery, Dr. Kantor is the President of Kantor Orthopedics in Santa Clarita, California. For well over a decade, he has enjoyed being a part of the community and continues to provide unparalleled care to […]

High blood pressure while lying down linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke, death

People who had high blood pressure while lying flat on their backs had a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure or premature death, according to new research to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2023, to be held Sept. 7-10, 2023, in Boston. The meeting is the premier scientific […]

Remote digital monitoring program helps patients to better control high blood pressure

Over half of patients with uncontrolled high blood pressure achieved controlled blood pressure measurements after participating in a remote digital monitoring program, according to new research to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2023, held Sept. 7-10, 2023, in Boston. The meeting is the premier scientific exchange focused on recent advances […]

Covid infections trending upwards slightly

MIRAMAR, Fla. – The Food and Drug Administration is expected to approve the latest COVID-19 vaccine soon, possibly early next week. This comes as confirmed cases of the virus are inching upward, a trend some health officials expect that trend to continue into the fall and winter. Drug maker Moderna said its updated COVID vaccine […]

LIFE-SAVING GIFT: Blood-donation opportunities in West Seattle on Friday, and beyond

If you can donate blood, Bloodworks Northwest would love to see you at their West Seattle pop-up tomorrow – or another upcoming event. This month, they’re offering an extra incentive: They’re giving away a trip for 2 to Las Vegas to see Katy Perry. Whether it’s for the Friday pop-up (10 am-4 pm at the […]

First West Nile death of the year reported in L.A. County

The first death from West Nile Virus in Los Angeles County this year was reported on Thursday. The patient who died was a resident of the San Fernando Valley area, according to the L.A. County Department of Public Health. West Nile virus is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. In 2023, […]

From 1999-2020, obesity-related cardiovascular disease deaths tripled

New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association finds that the impacts of obesity on heart disease have increased. The analysis found that between 1999 and 2020, obesity-related deaths from cardiovascular disease increased threefold. The research also found Black individuals had higher mortality rates than any other racial group in the study. Mortality rates […]

‘Gen V’ star asked ‘The Boys’ Jack Quaid how to clean blood stains

‘Gen V’ star asked ‘The Boys’ Jack Quaid how to clean blood stains | EW.com Skip to content Top Navigation Close this dialog window Explore EW.com Profile Menu Follow Us Close this dialog window Share & More Close this dialog window View image Gen V star asked The Boys‘ Jack Quaid how to clean blood […]