Cardiology
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Ultraprocessed Foods and CVD: Myths vs Facts
New research suggests link between ultraprocessed foods and increased risk for stroke and CVD.
Commentary
Heard of ApoB Testing? New Guidelines
“At present, the use of apoB to assess the effectiveness of lipid-lowering therapies remains a matter of clinical judgment.”
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Heart Attack, Stroke Survivors at High Risk for Long COVID
Researchers suggest that anyone with cardiovascular disease should consider getting the updated COVID vaccine boosters.
From the Journals
Genetic Risk for Gout Raises Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Independent of Urate Level
Individuals at a high genetic risk for gout faced a significantly higher risk for cardiovascular disease than those at a lower genetic risk and...
Feature
Group Aims to Better Define ‘Extraordinarily Heterogeneous’ Mast Cell Activation Syndrome
There is controversy over the diagnostic criteria, with one proposed definition placing it at the center of many other co-occurring complex,...
From the Journals
Cognitive Decline and Antihypertensive Use: New Data
Deprescribing antihypertensives was associated with a 12% lower likelihood of progressing to a worse Cognitive Function Scale score per 12-week...
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GPs Urged to Embed Lifestyle Medicine into Primary Care
“If the doctors are moving, they’re much more likely to promote it, and if they’re eating well, they’re much more likely to be able to be...
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Caffeine Brings Benefits and Risks
Caffeine is the most consumed psychoactive agent and can impact blood pressure and cholesterol, studies suggest.
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New Scanner Creates Highly Detailed, 3D Images of Blood Vessels in Seconds
Researchers created a scanner that provides 3D images of vasculature, useful in RA, PVD, and cancer treatment.
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New Evidence That Plaque Buildup Shouldn’t Be Ignored
Plaque burden found on 3D vascular ultrasound and coronary artery calcium on CT were better predictors of death...
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Trend Toward Higher Mortality in Patients With CF and CVD
As patients with CF live into adulthood, they must now contend with health issues associated with aging, including CVD.