What causes sudden cardiac death? AI wades into medical mystery
It is one of the oldest mysteries in medicine: Why do fundamentally healthy people drop dead? Sudden cardiac…
Sugary drinks in childhood linked to adult hypertension risk
A 25-year study suggests that the source of fructose matters more than the amount, linking sugary drinks and…
Early diabetes drug treatment links to better survival after diagnosis thresholds
New Korean health-screening data suggest prompt antidiabetic treatment after type 2 diabetes thresholds are crossed may improve survival,…
Resistance training reduces major heart disease risk for active women
Women who lift weights may have a lower risk of major heart disease, especially when combined with aerobic…
Synthetic cooling agents in e-cigarettes link to abnormal heartbeats
Synthetic cooling ingredients added to e-cigarettes caused abnormal heartbeats (arrhythmias) and increased cardiovascular risk measures in mice and lab-grown…
AI model could improve screening for primary aldosteronism
A study of a new AI model examining 30 years of routine electronic health records (EHR) data could…
New Blood Test Method Improves HDL Function Analysis in Heart Disease
Researchers at the Institute of Science Tokyo developed a blood-based assessment to measure how effectively high-density lipoprotein (HDL)…
Low blood pressure shows strongest link to Alzheimer’s disease
Numerous types of cardiovascular disease and CVD risk factors were linked to a higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease,…
Your VO2 Max Is Important For Your Health. Here’s What It Is And How To Improve It.
When you go to the doctor’s office for a yearly checkup, there are probably some health markers you’re…
Survey: Many Americans unaware of diet’s impact on cholesterol
On the heels of updated cholesterol management guidance that recommends earlier screening and establishes target goals for LDL “bad” cholesterol…
Infections pose major but overlooked risks in people with diabetes
Infections should be considered a “health hazard” in people living with diabetes, with experts warning that current clinical…
Fast food is crowding out grocery access across the U.S.
A nationwide study reveals how US neighborhoods became increasingly dominated by restaurants and fast-food outlets, leaving millions with…