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Atherosclerosis: Scientists identify new protein target in immune cells

Atherosclerosis: Scientists identify new protein target in immune cells

The inflammatory condition atherosclerosis, where fatty, waxy deposits build up in arteries, raises the risk of stroke, heart attack, and cardiovascular disease. Now, using mice and human samples, scientists have shown for the first time that a protein in cells called macrophages promotes the disease. New research finds a protein in immune cells that may […]

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High blood pressure: Could noise be a risk factor?

High blood pressure: Could noise be a risk factor?

A recent study investigated the relationship between occupational noise-induced hearing loss and blood pressure. The authors conclude that chronic noise exposure increases the risk of hypertension. Could long term exposure to noise raise blood pressure? According to the new paper, globally, more than 600 million people have jobs that expose them to hazardous noise levels. […]

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AHA News: Retina Changes Offer Glimpse Into Body’s Heart Health

AHA News: Retina Changes Offer Glimpse Into Body’s Heart Health

Latest Heart News WEDNESDAY, Oct. 30, 2019 (American Heart Association News) — Rising blood pressure and stiffening arteries – two risk markers for cardiovascular disease – create easily detectable changes in the tiny blood vessels at the back of the eye, according to new research. It’s the largest study to examine the relationship between microvascular […]

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Protect Your Heart Through the Holiday Season

Protect Your Heart Through the Holiday Season

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Heart News WEDNESDAY, Oct. 30, 2019 (HealthDay News) — It’s never too soon to take steps to safeguard your heart health, and that includes being aware of seasonal heart attack triggers. Researchers are trying to understand why, but studies done around the world have noted spikes in deaths from heart-related […]

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‘Dramatic Increase’ Seen in U.S. Deaths From Heart Failure

‘Dramatic Increase’ Seen in U.S. Deaths From Heart Failure

Latest Heart News WEDNESDAY, Oct. 30, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Heart failure deaths are reaching epidemic proportions among America’s seniors, a new study finds. About one in eight deaths from heart disease are from heart failure, and nine out of 10 are among those over 65 years of age, researchers report. “We are now in […]

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Not All Heart Failure Patients Get Same Level of Care, Study Finds

Not All Heart Failure Patients Get Same Level of Care, Study Finds

Latest Heart News TUESDAY, Oct. 29, 2019 (HealthDay News) — If you are black or Hispanic and you are hospitalized for heart failure, new research suggests you are less likely to be treated in special cardiac care units. For the study, researchers analyzed data on nearly 2,000 patients treated for heart failure at Brigham and […]

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What to know about angiograms

What to know about angiograms

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What is a Doppler ultrasound?

What is a Doppler ultrasound?

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