Category Archives: Cardiovascular

Now we know how COVID attacks your arteries

Scientists have noticed that COVID-19 can trigger serious cardiovascular problems, especially among older people who have a buildup of fatty material in their blood vessels. But now a new study has revealed why and shown that SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, directly infects the arteries of the heart. The study also found that the […]

American Heart Association Scientific Sessions Feature Mass General Brigham Research and Advancements

Beginning November 11, Mass General Brigham experts will be sharing the latest advancements in cardiovascular science and clinical care at the American Heart Association’s 2023 Scientific Sessions. The studies highlighted below represent only a sample of the cutting-edge research that our investigators will present at the conference. Please contact Ryan Jaslow for more details about […]

IU launches study to determine relationship between insomnia, cardiovascular diseases

The School of Science at IUPUI received a $3 million grant in August from the National Institute of Health for a research venture that seeks to determine whether treatment of insomnia can help mitigate the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Jesse Stewart, a professor of psychology at IUPUI, is the principal investigator leading the trial, dubbed […]

Marijuana use increases risk of heart attacks, new studies suggest

Marijuana use increases risk of heart attacks, new studies suggest | The Hill Skip to content Two new studies suggest that regular use of marijuana could be linked to a higher risk of heart failure or heart attack, especially among older people.  The preliminary findings of the studies, which have yet to be published, will […]

AI model for predicting sudden cardiac death more accurate than expected

“We have been working for almost 30 years in the field of SCD prediction, however, we did not expect to reach such a high level of accuracy,” lead author Xavier Jouven, MD, PhD, a professor of cardiology and epidemiology at the Paris Cardiovascular Research Center, said in a statement. “We also discovered that the personalized […]

Heart Health Linked to Slower Aging

Summary: Optimal cardiovascular health may slow biological aging, potentially staving off age-related diseases and extending lifespan. Using the American Heart Association’s Life’s Essential 8 checklist against phenotypic age—a measure based on blood markers rather than chronological age—researchers found a clear correlation: better heart health was linked with younger biological ages. Participants with the highest cardiovascular […]

People whose genotype supports physical activity found to have lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease

Credit: University of Jyväskylä In a study conducted at the University of Jyväskylä’s Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences, it was found that individuals with a genetic predisposition for higher levels of physical activity have fewer risk factors for cardiovascular diseases and a reduced risk of developing hypertension, cerebrovascular diseases, and type 2 diabetes. The […]

Marijuana use associated with heart attack and stroke

Marijuana use may be linked to a higher risk of heart attack, heart disease and stroke, according to two preliminary studies presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2023. The research found that people who use marijuana daily were 34% more likely to develop heart failure. However, the study doesn’t prove that marijuana usage […]

Depression and Negative Mental States Affect Heart Health

Summary: Emerging research underscores the profound connection between mental health and heart disease, with depression and anxiety hastening the onset of cardiovascular risk factors. Findings from two preliminary studies suggest that psychological conditions not only distress the mind but also have tangible effects on physical health, potentially leading to heart attacks or strokes. These studies […]