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1 day ago
Health

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

Pecans Can Lower Chances of Developing Cardiovascular Disease

Regular consumption of pecans may significantly lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Are Some Ultraprocessed Foods Worse Than Others?

Ultraprocessed food consumption is significantly linked to heart disease risk, raising health concerns for those with high intake.

Blood test can warn women of risk decades before heart attack, stroke - Harvard Gazette

Universal screening of three blood biomarkers can proactively predict cardiovascular risks in women earlier in life.

New hope on heart disease as science offers early detection and prevention

Medical advancements allow for earlier identification and prevention of heart disease by monitoring specific inflammatory and cholesterol-related biomarkers in women.

No Fish? No Problem. Three Heart Health Strategies For Vegans

Heart disease is preventable through lifestyle changes and a healthy diet.

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

Pecans Can Lower Chances of Developing Cardiovascular Disease

Regular consumption of pecans may significantly lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Are Some Ultraprocessed Foods Worse Than Others?

Ultraprocessed food consumption is significantly linked to heart disease risk, raising health concerns for those with high intake.

Blood test can warn women of risk decades before heart attack, stroke - Harvard Gazette

Universal screening of three blood biomarkers can proactively predict cardiovascular risks in women earlier in life.

New hope on heart disease as science offers early detection and prevention

Medical advancements allow for earlier identification and prevention of heart disease by monitoring specific inflammatory and cholesterol-related biomarkers in women.

No Fish? No Problem. Three Heart Health Strategies For Vegans

Heart disease is preventable through lifestyle changes and a healthy diet.
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#clinical-trials

Animal Tests Show Promise for Restoring Heart to More Youthful Condition, Even After Heart Attack

Promising research aims to regenerate damaged heart tissue, offering hope for heart disease treatment.
Early animal trials indicate potential for therapies to restore heart function post-damage.

Heart-Valve Patients Should Have Earlier Surgery, Study Suggests

Early intervention in heart valve replacement could drastically improve patient outcomes and reduce hospitalization rates.

Animal Tests Show Promise for Restoring Heart to More Youthful Condition, Even After Heart Attack

Promising research aims to regenerate damaged heart tissue, offering hope for heart disease treatment.
Early animal trials indicate potential for therapies to restore heart function post-damage.

Heart-Valve Patients Should Have Earlier Surgery, Study Suggests

Early intervention in heart valve replacement could drastically improve patient outcomes and reduce hospitalization rates.
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Precision robotics offers hope for heart disease treatment

An advanced robotic system at SickKids revolutionizes treatment approaches for heart disease, enabling precise drug testing in dynamic heart tissue.

Common heart condition which plagues small dogs can be picked up by AI

AI can detect and grade heart murmurs in dogs, potentially revolutionizing veterinary care for small breeds with mitral valve disease.

What your mammogram can tell you about your cardiovascular health

Some mammogram facilities are now offering screenings for heart disease risk using AI technology to analyze breast arterial calcifications found during routine exams.
#diabetes

7 Coach's Tips for Getting Rid Of Visceral Fat

Visceral fat is particularly dangerous as it surrounds organs and contributes to serious health issues.

How Healthy Is Sweet Corn?

Sweet corn is a healthy vegetable high in insoluble fiber, benefiting gut health and potentially lowering the risk of colon cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times who covers health and wellness.
She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead.

How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times covering health and wellness.
She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead.

Diabetes and obesity rising in young Americans, study finds

Rising rates of diabetes and obesity among young adults in the United States are putting them at higher risk for heart disease.
Black and Hispanic people, particularly Mexican Americans, are at a higher risk for these health issues and could bear the brunt of the consequences.
Structural racial inequities in American society contribute to the disparities in health outcomes among young adults.

7 Coach's Tips for Getting Rid Of Visceral Fat

Visceral fat is particularly dangerous as it surrounds organs and contributes to serious health issues.

How Healthy Is Sweet Corn?

Sweet corn is a healthy vegetable high in insoluble fiber, benefiting gut health and potentially lowering the risk of colon cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times who covers health and wellness.
She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead.

How Has Chronic Disease Affected You? We Want to Know.

Knvul Sheikh is a reporter at The New York Times covering health and wellness.
She will be deepening her coverage of chronic diseases like diabetes and heart disease in the year ahead.

Diabetes and obesity rising in young Americans, study finds

Rising rates of diabetes and obesity among young adults in the United States are putting them at higher risk for heart disease.
Black and Hispanic people, particularly Mexican Americans, are at a higher risk for these health issues and could bear the brunt of the consequences.
Structural racial inequities in American society contribute to the disparities in health outcomes among young adults.
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from Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Medicine

Study: Severe COVID raised risk of heart attack, stroke as much as having heart disease

Severe COVID increases the risk of serious cardiac events, comparable to individuals with existing heart disease, and persists for nearly three years.

Everyday foods need cigarette-style warnings to prevent disease, campaigners say

Mandatory front-of-pack labelling on food is essential to combat heart disease in the UK.

Cigarette-style warning labels should be on everyday food, say campaigners

Implementing bold measures like warning labels on food could significantly reduce heart disease deaths in the UK.

Short-term incentives for exercise can lead to sustained increases in activity

Daily reminders and incentives increased daily steps by 1,500+ for adults at heart disease risks.
Financial incentives combined with reminders were most effective in improving activity levels long-term.

Study: Severe COVID raised risk of heart attack, stroke as much as having heart disease

Severe COVID increases the risk of serious cardiac events, comparable to individuals with existing heart disease, and persists for nearly three years.

Everyday foods need cigarette-style warnings to prevent disease, campaigners say

Mandatory front-of-pack labelling on food is essential to combat heart disease in the UK.

Cigarette-style warning labels should be on everyday food, say campaigners

Implementing bold measures like warning labels on food could significantly reduce heart disease deaths in the UK.

Short-term incentives for exercise can lead to sustained increases in activity

Daily reminders and incentives increased daily steps by 1,500+ for adults at heart disease risks.
Financial incentives combined with reminders were most effective in improving activity levels long-term.
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#cardiology

High cholesterol isn't always a bad thing, new study finds

High cholesterol does not always indicate heart disease risk, particularly in metabolically healthy individuals on low-carb diets.

Elevator or stairs? Your choice could boost longevity, study finds

Climbing stairs regularly can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and mortality, even with short bursts of activity.

Doctors give essentials for heart health, recommend special scan after Warriors coach dies

Heart disease is the number one killer among all people in the US.
Good diet, exercise, quitting nicotine, good blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels, weight, and sleep are important for heart health.

Doctors give essentials for heart health, recommend special scan after Warriors coach dies

Heart disease is the number one killer among all people in the US.
Good diet, exercise, quitting nicotine, good blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels, weight, and sleep are important for heart health.

High cholesterol isn't always a bad thing, new study finds

High cholesterol does not always indicate heart disease risk, particularly in metabolically healthy individuals on low-carb diets.

Elevator or stairs? Your choice could boost longevity, study finds

Climbing stairs regularly can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and mortality, even with short bursts of activity.

Doctors give essentials for heart health, recommend special scan after Warriors coach dies

Heart disease is the number one killer among all people in the US.
Good diet, exercise, quitting nicotine, good blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels, weight, and sleep are important for heart health.

Doctors give essentials for heart health, recommend special scan after Warriors coach dies

Heart disease is the number one killer among all people in the US.
Good diet, exercise, quitting nicotine, good blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels, weight, and sleep are important for heart health.
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Rapper Fatman Scoop's cause of death revealed after artist collapsed onstage while performing

Fatman Scoop died from heart disease, a recognized health issue that affected his performance and life.
#atrial-fibrillation

Understanding 4 of the Most Common Complications of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Complications of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) can be more problematic than the disease itself, requiring awareness and management.

Why Fish Oil Supplements Can Be Dangerous for the Heart

Regular fish oil supplements may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation and stroke in individuals without a history of heart disease.

Understanding 4 of the Most Common Complications of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy

Complications of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) can be more problematic than the disease itself, requiring awareness and management.

Why Fish Oil Supplements Can Be Dangerous for the Heart

Regular fish oil supplements may increase the risk of atrial fibrillation and stroke in individuals without a history of heart disease.
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#nutrition
from Natural Health News
1 month ago
Alternative medicine

7 delicious health benefits of eating dark chocolate

Dark chocolate is nutrient-rich and beneficial for heart health when consumed in moderation.

Analyzing the Effects of Dietary Acculturation on Heart Health - News Center

Dietary acculturation among Hispanic/Latino populations in the U.S. may increase the risk of heart disease.

7 delicious health benefits of eating dark chocolate

Dark chocolate is nutrient-rich and beneficial for heart health when consumed in moderation.

Analyzing the Effects of Dietary Acculturation on Heart Health - News Center

Dietary acculturation among Hispanic/Latino populations in the U.S. may increase the risk of heart disease.
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from New York Post
2 months ago

Do cellphones increase the risk of heart disease? Troubling findings require 'careful consideration,' researchers say

Cellphone use is linked to increased risk of heart disease, influenced by factors like poor sleep and psychological stress.
#sleep-health
from Business Insider
2 months ago
Wellness

Sleep in this weekend - it may help you live longer and avoid heart disease

Sleeping in on weekends can reduce heart disease risk by up to 20%.
Quality sleep boosts fitness and aids weight management.
A consistent bedtime routine enhances sleep quality.

Actually, You Can Catch Up on Sleep

Weekend catch-up sleep may significantly reduce cardiovascular risks associated with sleep deprivation.

Sleep in this weekend - it may help you live longer and avoid heart disease

Sleeping in on weekends can reduce heart disease risk by up to 20%.
Quality sleep boosts fitness and aids weight management.
A consistent bedtime routine enhances sleep quality.

Actually, You Can Catch Up on Sleep

Weekend catch-up sleep may significantly reduce cardiovascular risks associated with sleep deprivation.
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#richard-simmons

Richard Simmons' cause of death revealed by his brother

Richard Simmons died from accidental causes related to complications from recent falls and heart disease.

Richard Simmons' cause of death at 76 revealed by his brother Lenny

Richard Simmons died at 76 due to complications from falls and heart disease, as confirmed by his brother Lenny Simmons.

Richard Simmons' cause of death revealed by his brother

Richard Simmons died from accidental causes related to complications from recent falls and heart disease.

Richard Simmons' cause of death at 76 revealed by his brother Lenny

Richard Simmons died at 76 due to complications from falls and heart disease, as confirmed by his brother Lenny Simmons.
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This Code Breaker Is Using AI to Decode the Heart's Secret Rhythms

Roeland Decorte founded a company to use AI for improving heart disease diagnosis, inspired by his father's experience with misdiagnosed symptoms.
#health

7 Metrics Everyone Should Know About Their Own Health

Knowing key health metrics, especially waist circumference, is essential for preventing diseases such as heart illness and diabetes.

25 ways to stay warm this winter that won't break the bank

Staying warm is important for both comfort and health reasons, especially for individuals with arthritis, metabolic conditions, or heart disease.
There are several affordable ways to stay warm without indoor heating, such as using hand warmers, engaging in physical activities, and wearing layers of clothing.

7 Metrics Everyone Should Know About Their Own Health

Knowing key health metrics, especially waist circumference, is essential for preventing diseases such as heart illness and diabetes.

25 ways to stay warm this winter that won't break the bank

Staying warm is important for both comfort and health reasons, especially for individuals with arthritis, metabolic conditions, or heart disease.
There are several affordable ways to stay warm without indoor heating, such as using hand warmers, engaging in physical activities, and wearing layers of clothing.
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This Simple Diet Tweak Can Increase Heart Health And Stave Off Kidney Disease

Consuming fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of heart disease, kidney issues, and gastrointestinal illnesses significantly.
from Inverse
5 months ago

This Research Breaks Down How Much To Sit, Stand, And Sleep Each Day For Optimal Health

Optimal health balance includes 8.3 hours of sleep and 2.2 hours of light and moderate to vigorous activity each.

The Top Health Concerns for Men and What to Do About Them

Men's health concerns are prevalent and impactful, with heart disease, inguinal hernias, and reproductive health issues being key areas of focus.
#womens-health

Women's heart risk spikes after menopause, study shows

Nina White's heart attack was initially misdiagnosed; women's heart disease often goes unrecognized; postmenopausal women face increased heart risk due to dropping estrogen levels.

POV: A $100 million investment in women's healthcare isn't enough. This is what we need

Women's health is recognized by the White House for investment but remains in crisis, requiring comprehensive funding to address existing disparities.

1 Subtle Sign Of A Heart Attack That Many People Ignore

Nausea and vomiting can be symptoms of a heart attack, especially in women.
Heart attacks can present differently in women than in men, leading to misdiagnosis or dismissal of symptoms.

Women's heart risk spikes after menopause, study shows

Nina White's heart attack was initially misdiagnosed; women's heart disease often goes unrecognized; postmenopausal women face increased heart risk due to dropping estrogen levels.

POV: A $100 million investment in women's healthcare isn't enough. This is what we need

Women's health is recognized by the White House for investment but remains in crisis, requiring comprehensive funding to address existing disparities.

1 Subtle Sign Of A Heart Attack That Many People Ignore

Nausea and vomiting can be symptoms of a heart attack, especially in women.
Heart attacks can present differently in women than in men, leading to misdiagnosis or dismissal of symptoms.
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Scientists Are Studying Weight-Loss Drugs for Way More Than Weight Loss

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, based on GLP-1, have broader applications beyond weight loss and diabetes.

Meerkats Keep Dropping Dead From Heart Failure

Meerkats with heart disease provide genetic insights for human health research.

Could a rare mutation that causes dwarfism also slow ageing?

Individuals with Laron syndrome show lower risk of heart disease and other age-related disorders, sparking interest in potential new treatments.

Opinion | This Is What a Miracle Drug Looks Like. And It Only Costs $5 to Make.

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have significant impact on weight loss and reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other comorbidities.

'Polypills' Can Help Patients Reduce Heart Disease Risk - News Center

Combining multiple heart disease drugs into a 'polypill' can enhance patient outcomes by reducing bad cholesterol, lowering blood pressure, and improving medication adherence.

Your Questions About Sodium, Answered

Consuming too much sodium increases the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease.
Scientific studies show a clear pattern of higher salt intake leading to elevated blood pressure.

What Every Mom and Soon-to-be-Mom Needs to Know About Their Heart

Pregnancy-related deaths in the US have increased by 140% in the last three decades. Prenatal complications increase the risk of heart disease in women.

How Red Wine Lost Its Health Halo

Red wine's health benefits were popularized due to a 1991 60 Minutes segment.
The Mediterranean diet, including red wine in moderation, was linked to heart health.

Researchers look to faulty blood vessel repair to explain higher heart disease risk | CBC News

South Asian individuals have a higher risk of heart disease and experience it earlier than white European patients.
South Asian patients with heart disease or diabetes have fewer vascular reparative cells compared to white patients.

West Lawn woman latest Cook County cold-related death: medical examiner

Reyna Duarte, a woman from the Southwest Side, died from a combination of a stroke, high blood pressure, heart disease, and cold exposure.
Duarte's death brings the total number of confirmed weather-related deaths in Cook County to eight, with three additional deaths suspected in collar counties.

Bay Area Nonprofit Helps Connect Seniors Needing Assistance With Volunteers | KQED

Loneliness in older adults is linked to an increased risk for heart disease, dementia, and early death.
California lawmakers are considering a bill to ban utilities from passing lobbying costs onto customers.

Doctors give essentials for heart health, recommend special scan after Warriors coach dies

Heart disease is the number one killer among all people in the US.
Good diet, exercise, quitting nicotine, good blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels, weight, and sleep are important for heart health.

What's the healthiest cheese? The calories, saturated fat and salt content of your favourite cheeses

Not all cheeses are equal in terms of their health benefits.
Reducing intake of saturated fat can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
#cheese

What's the healthiest cheese? The calories, saturated fat and salt content of your favourite cheeses

Not all cheeses are equal in terms of their health benefits.
Reducing intake of saturated fat can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

What's the healthiest cheese? The calories, saturated fat and salt content of your favourite cheeses

Not all cheeses are equal in terms of their health benefits.
Reducing intake of saturated fat can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

What's the healthiest cheese? The calories, saturated fat and salt content of your favourite cheeses

Not all cheeses are equal in terms of their health benefits.
Reducing intake of saturated fat can help reduce the risk of heart disease.

What's the healthiest cheese? The calories, saturated fat and salt content of your favourite cheeses

Not all cheeses are equal in terms of their health benefits.
Reducing intake of saturated fat can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
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#heart disease

Study says people over 40 with HIV would benefit from also taking this medication

The British HIV Association recommends that everyone over 40 living with HIV should be offered statins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease, regardless of their cholesterol levels.
The recommendations are based on the findings of the REPRIEVE study, which showed that participants assigned statins had a significantly lower risk of developing major cardiovascular problems.

The experts: Cardiologists on 20 simple, successful steps to a healthy heart

Regular exercise is key for maintaining heart health.
It's important to be aware of your body's capabilities and risk factors for heart disease.
Overexertion can be dangerous, especially for those with underlying heart conditions.

The experts: Cardiologists on 20 simple, successful steps to a healthy heart

Regular exercise is key for maintaining heart health.
It's important to be aware of your body's capabilities and risk factors for heart disease.
Overexertion can be dangerous, especially for those with underlying heart conditions.

Goodbye Statins? New Gene Editing Therapy Slashes High Cholesterol

A novel gene editing therapy using base editing lowered "bad" cholesterol levels in individuals with FH by as much as 55 percent.
The therapy could potentially provide a single-course treatment option for deep LDL lowering for decades without the need for daily pills or intermittent injections.

New Gene Editing Treatment Cuts Dangerous Cholesterol in Small Study

Gene editing treatment shows promise in lowering cholesterol levels in patients with severe heart disease
Treatment has the potential to transform preventive cardiology

New Gene Editing Treatment Cuts Dangerous Cholesterol in Small Study

Gene editing treatment shows promise in lowering cholesterol levels in patients with severe heart disease
Treatment has the potential to transform preventive cardiology

Study says people over 40 with HIV would benefit from also taking this medication

The British HIV Association recommends that everyone over 40 living with HIV should be offered statins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease, regardless of their cholesterol levels.
The recommendations are based on the findings of the REPRIEVE study, which showed that participants assigned statins had a significantly lower risk of developing major cardiovascular problems.

The experts: Cardiologists on 20 simple, successful steps to a healthy heart

Regular exercise is key for maintaining heart health.
It's important to be aware of your body's capabilities and risk factors for heart disease.
Overexertion can be dangerous, especially for those with underlying heart conditions.

The experts: Cardiologists on 20 simple, successful steps to a healthy heart

Regular exercise is key for maintaining heart health.
It's important to be aware of your body's capabilities and risk factors for heart disease.
Overexertion can be dangerous, especially for those with underlying heart conditions.

Goodbye Statins? New Gene Editing Therapy Slashes High Cholesterol

A novel gene editing therapy using base editing lowered "bad" cholesterol levels in individuals with FH by as much as 55 percent.
The therapy could potentially provide a single-course treatment option for deep LDL lowering for decades without the need for daily pills or intermittent injections.

New Gene Editing Treatment Cuts Dangerous Cholesterol in Small Study

Gene editing treatment shows promise in lowering cholesterol levels in patients with severe heart disease
Treatment has the potential to transform preventive cardiology

New Gene Editing Treatment Cuts Dangerous Cholesterol in Small Study

Gene editing treatment shows promise in lowering cholesterol levels in patients with severe heart disease
Treatment has the potential to transform preventive cardiology
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Doctors Reveal The Damage That 1 Day Of Thanksgiving Food Can Do

Part of what makes Thanksgiving so special is that many of the foods on the table are only enjoyed during this particular meal - and you get to have them all at the same time!

For the first time, gene-editing provides hints for lowering cholesterol

Preliminary results show that gene-editing can reduce high cholesterol levels in patients with a genetic condition.
More research is needed to confirm the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.
This could potentially provide a new way to prevent heart attacks and strokes.

For the first time, gene-editing provides hints for lowering cholesterol

Preliminary results show that gene-editing can reduce high cholesterol levels in patients with a genetic condition.
More research is needed to confirm the safety and effectiveness of the treatment.
This could potentially provide a new way to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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