Mapping of atherosclerotic plaque cells may predict future risk of stroke or heart attack

November 21, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

In a new study published in the European Heart Journal, researchers at Karolinska Institutet show that genetic traits influence the cellular composition of atherosclerotic plaques, which over time will affect

Sitting too long can harm heart health, even for active people

November 15, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

More time spent sitting, reclining or lying down during the day may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death, according to a study in JACC, the flagship journal

Which risk factors are linked to having a severe stroke?

November 15, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

People with conditions or habits such as high blood pressure, an irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation, or smoking, not only have a higher risk of stroke, they may also have

Early detection, intensive treatment critical for high-risk patients with Kawasaki Disease

November 14, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

Advances in cardiac imaging techniques and risk categorization have led to improvements in diagnosis, initial treatment and long-term management of patients with Kawasaki Disease, according to a new scientific statement

Blood vessel-like coating could make medical devices safer for patients

November 13, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

University of B.C. researchers have developed a groundbreaking coating that could make medical devices safer for millions of patients, reducing the risks associated with blood clots and dangerous bleeding. The

Novel calculator predicts risk of epilepsy after rare stroke

November 13, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

A practical calculator that predicts the risk of epilepsy after venous stroke is presented in a study from the University of Gothenburg and others. The aim is to improve care

Five minutes of extra exercise a day could lower blood pressure

November 7, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

New research suggests that adding a small amount of physical activity — such as uphill walking or stair-climbing — into your day may help to lower blood pressure. The study,

After a heart attack, the heart signals to the brain to increase sleep to promote healing

November 5, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

A heart attack can trigger a desire to get more sleep, allowing the heart to heal and reduce inflammation — and this happens because the heart sends special signals to

Brighter nights and darker days could lead to an early grave

October 31, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

A study of more than 13 million hours of data, collected from light sensors worn by 89,000 people, has found exposure to bright nights and dark days is associated with

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October 31, 2024 0 Comments 0 tags

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