Researchers Pinpoint Protein That May Halt the Progression of Heart Disease
When cardiac workload rises, the heart’s walls can thicken, an initially adaptive shift that may tip into damaging…
Natural psychoactive molecule DMT reduces harmful effects of stroke in animal models
DMT, or dimethyltryptamine is a natural psychoactive molecule found in many plants and mammals. According to an article published in Science…
Anxiety treatment improves outcomes for low-risk chest pain patients
Chest pain ranks as the second most common reason for emergency department (ED) visits, making it a key…
New recommendations aim to identify children with familial hypercholesterolemia
The Family Heart Foundation, a leading research and advocacy organization, announced the online publication of recommendations from a…
Fat distribution appears to influence cancer risk
How fat is distributed in people’s bodies could make a difference to their risk of certain cancers, according…
Hurricane Sandy survivors face elevated heart risks long after the storm
New research shows that hurricane-related flooding does not just cause short-term damage; it can raise cardiovascular risks for…
WHO’s new report highlights the urgent need to address NCDs and mental health
The World Health Organization (WHO) today released a new report titled “Saving lives, spending less”, revealing that an…
Woman is in dire need of blood pressure meds after a fall
Dear Dr. Roach: I am a woman aged 58, and I have very high blood pressure from a…
International societies release new guideline for 18F-flurpiridaz PET myocardial perfusion imaging
The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI), American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC), European Association of…
Research reveals widespread cardiac harm from COVID, offers solutions
Millions of people around the world are suffering with the serious cardiovascular effects of Covid infection and long…
Covid vaccinations remain vital to protect global heart health
Regular Covid vaccinations should continue worldwide to reduce cardiac risks associated with the virus – according to new…
Cocoa extract supplements linked to reduced inflammation in older adults
Could cocoa extract supplements rich in cocoa flavanols reduce inflammation and, in turn, prevent age-related chronic diseases? In…