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The incidence of acute cardiovascular events, including myocardial infarction and ischemic stroke, is increased in individuals with COVID-19. A study shows that SARS-CoV-2 can directly infect macrophages and foam cells in atherosclerotic plaques and contribute to plaque instability. Four years into the COVID-19 pandemic and with over 770 million confirmed cases worldwide, and despite a […]

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Cardiovascular diagnostic market was valued at $6,876.29 million in 2020, and is projected to reach $15,430.46 million by 2030, registering a CAGR of 8.3% from 2021 to 2030. Cardiovascular diseases are a leading cause of mortality in humans, and millions of individuals worldwide die from acute cardiovascular events every year. Several Laboratory developed tests as well […]

Sandra Hurtado, MD Cardiovascular disease is actually the No. 1 killer for women in menopause and the post-menopause age group, according to Sandra Hurtado, MD, OB-GYN with UT Physicians and assistant professor at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. This focus on women’s health and cardiovascular disease is especially timely, said Hurtado, based on themes […]

Cardiovascular endurance is a measure of your physical fitness. Good endurance makes everyday activities such as climbing stairs or carrying groceries easier and less tiring. Cardiovascular endurance can be improved through regular exercise. Cardiovascular endurance is a measure of the heart and blood vessels’ abilities to endure regular physical activity. Regular physical activity improves cardiovascular […]

More time in bed can do wonders for your cardiovascular system. October 18, 2023 Photographs: Getty Images; Collage: Gabe Conte You know you should probably be getting more sleep, for reasons ranging from “being less of a grumpy jerk” to improving your focus at work—and you can add heart health to the list of reasons […]

He outlined several issues that can result in suboptimal CT exams. Issues include patients who have an arrhythmias, in particular atrial fibrillation. Patients who have a high calcium burden or those who had prior revascularization when stenting can face issues with calcium and metal blooming artifact obscuring the coronary arteries or hiding soft plaques. He […]

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands — Millions worldwide turn to traditional Chinese medicine for things like acupuncture, herbal remedies, and therapeutic massages. Now, a recent study reveals that a specific treatment from traditional Chinese medicine can significantly reduce hospitalization rates and cardiovascular death in heart failure patients. Qiliqiangxin is an extract derived from 11 types of herbs. In […]