Category Archives: Cardiovascular

ESC Congress 2023

The Press Programme for ESC Congress – the world’s largest cardiovascular event – is announced today. Journalists from across the world are invited to 11 Press Conferences. Including the Opening Press Conference on Thursday 24 August, nine embargoed Hot Line Press Conferences and one embargoed Press Conference highlighting the economic burden of cardiovascular disease. Register […]

Research: Heart Diseases And Sleep Disorders Are Connected | Cardiovascular Disease

According to a study led by the University of Munich, around one-third of people with heart disease experience sleep problems such as insomnia, sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, and frequent waking throughout the night. Published Date – 08:36 AM, Fri – 28 July 23 Heart Disease Hyderabad: Recently, researchers have found that heart diseases affect […]

Cardiovascular disease: key molecular pathway affecting atherosclerosis progression discovered

Heart attacks and strokes arising from atherosclerosis, which is driven by the accumulation of lipids in the inner linings of arteries, are responsible for about one third of deaths worldwide. Accordingly, atherosclerosis is the focus of intense research aimed at the development of novel effective treatments. A team of researchers from MedUni Vienna has now […]

ACC Latin America 2023 brings together experts to discuss latest practices in cardiovascular care

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the Asociación Costarricense de Cardiología (ASOCAR) will host ACC Latin America 2023 Together With Asociación Costarricense de Cardiología on August 11-12 in San José, Costa Rica. The innovative educational experience brings together global experts to discuss, share and critique the latest in cardiovascular prevention to improve the heart […]

Late-life Depression: Better CV Health Reduces the Risk – Major Depressive Disorder: Contemporary Approaches

While vascular risk factors are thought to play a causal role in late-life depression, data on the connection between cardiovascular health and depressive symptoms are sparse. However, a new prospective study published in JAMA Psychiatry offers new insights, reporting on patients followed for both cardiovascular health and depressive symptoms over 19 years.1 The Bottom Line […]

Heart to Heart: The Role of AI in Predicting and Preventing Cardiovascular Disease

In the ever-evolving field of healthcare, artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly playing a crucial role in predicting and preventing cardiovascular disease. This innovative technology is reshaping the landscape of cardiac care, offering a new perspective on early detection and intervention strategies. AI’s potential in cardiovascular disease management lies in its ability to process vast amounts […]

Illicit drug use is involved in nearly one in three sudden cardiac deaths in young adults

image: Approximately one-third of young adults in Victoria, Australia, who experienced sudden cardiac deaths (SCDs) outside of a hospital setting from April 2019 to April 2021 used illegal drugs prior to their fatal events. view more  Credit: Heart Rhythm Philadelphia, July 27, 2023 – Approximately one-third of young adults in Victoria, Australia, who experienced sudden cardiac […]

Vegetarian Diet May Significantly Improve Cardiometabolic Outcomes in Those with High Cardiovascular Risk

Consuming a vegetarian diet was associated with significant reductions in low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C), hemoglobin A1C (HbA1c),and body weight in patients with or at high risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVD), according to a systematic review that was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Image credit: aamulya – stock.adobe.com The meta-analysis was conducted […]

Childhood obesity management may influence cardiovascular risk trajectory in adulthood

Childhood obesity management may influence cardiovascular risk trajectory in adulthood | Image Credit: © Protsenko Dmitriy – © Protsenko Dmitriy – stock.adobe.com. The optimization of screening programs and risk management strategies for obesity-related cardiovascular risk in childhood could potentially change cardiovascular disease-related trajectories later in adulthood, according to a newly published scientific statement.1 Produced by […]

Boston Scientific reports 2Q earnings beat on rising MedSurg and Cardiovascular sales

Boston Scientific (NYSE:BSX) has reported second-quarter earnings that beat market expectations due to continued strong growth at its MedSurg and Cardiovascular units, sending its shares higher in pre-market trading.  The Marlborough, Massachusetts-based medical products company reported net sales of $3.6 billion for the three months to June 30, 2023, up 11% from a year earlier.  […]