Long-term physical activity protects against metabolic syndrome
A new Finnish study shows that adults who remain physically active throughout adulthood have a markedly lower prevalence of metabolic syndrome at the age of 61 than those… read more.
A new Finnish study shows that adults who remain physically active throughout adulthood have a markedly lower prevalence of metabolic syndrome at the age of 61 than those… read more.
Cytokinetics, Incorporated announced that Myqorzo (aficamten) has been approved by the China National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) for the treatment of adults with New York Heart Association (NYHA)… read more.
Cuffless devices to measure blood pressure, such as smartwatches, rings, patches and fingertip monitors, show great promise as alternatives to traditional arm-cuff monitors, however, they are not yet… read more.
A new AI model could help radiologists identify brain abnormalities in MRI scans for all conditions including stroke, multiple sclerosis and brain tumours. The study, led by researchers at King’s… read more.
Clinicians may fail to recognize common side effects of drugs like gabapentin — which are frequently prescribed for nerve pain — leading them to prescribe unnecessary medications that… read more.
Some blood pressure medications can make the skin extra prone to sunburn. A registry study from Lund University in Sweden shows a possible increased risk of basal cell… read more.
Edwards Lifesciences announced data demonstrating successful patient outcomes supporting its portfolio of mitral and tricuspid therapies. One-year data from the ENCIRCLE single-arm pivotal trial achieved all primary and… read more.
Amarin Corporation highlighted a new post hoc analysis of aspirin use in REDUCE-IT® reinforcing that icosapent ethyl significantly reduced cardiovascular (CV) events in high-risk patients. These findings highlight the… read more.
A new study led by researchers from Murdoch University’s School of Psychology, Personalised Medicine Centre, and Centre for Healthy Ageing, Health Futures Institute has found that Heart Rate Variability… read more.
Obese or overweight non-diabetic adults with atrial fibrillation (Afib) who take the diabetes medication metformin after a catheter ablation are more likely to remain free of AFib for… read more.
Adults treated for atrial fibrillation (AFib/AF) who consume a daily cup of coffee are 39% less likely to have an irregular heart rhythm episode compared to those who… read more.
A major international study involving 23,000 people has found concerning evidence about the impact of a range of common, everyday medications on the treatment outcomes for patients with… read more.