Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome with MAP2K1 pathogenic variant

Introduction Cardiofaciocutaneous syndrome (CFCS) is an autosomal-dominant genetic disease of the renin-angiotensin system (RAS) cardiomyopathy group. This syndrome refers to a group of developmental disorders caused by the germline pathogenic variant of gene encoding RAS/Mitogen-activated protein kinase (MAPK) signaling pathway protein, and the pathogenic variant of four genes related to CFCS. These are BRAF (7q34), […]

Knowledge and Attitude of Adolescents Regarding HPV Vaccine

Introduction In the context of an alarming decline in HPV vaccination coverage globally, from 25% to 15% between 2019 and 2021, the WHO recommends that countries reinforce their HPV vaccination programs.1 Also, according to The European Cancer Organization report, it is estimated that about 29% of girls and 5% of boys were completely vaccinated with […]

Converting white fat to brown reduces high blood pressure in mice

Researchers have converted white fat to brown fat, known for its ability to relax blood vessels, in mice to reduce high blood pressure. They say their findings pave the way for targeted treatments for high blood pressure and other metabolic disorders such as obesity and type 2 diabetes. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a […]

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 […]