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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 […]

More Videos The study found that older adults who use marijuana, that haven’t been prescribed it for health reasons, are at a significantly higher risk for heart failure. Author: wfaa.com Published: 4:36 PM CST November 6, 2023 Updated: 4:36 PM CST November 6, 2023

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 | 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 […]

“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 […]

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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]