Genetic study reveals unique mutations in Chinese patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), a common genetic heart disorder, is often caused by mutations in sarcomere-related genes. While extensively…
Drinking soft drinks may fuel depression by altering gut bacteria
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between everyday soft drink habits and mental health, revealing that even moderate…
Cardiologist shares 5 everyday medications that silently damage the heart
How often do you pop a pill? For headaches, cold, diarrhea, constipation, itchy skin, acne – the list…
Air pollution plays a significant role in the development of metabolic disorders
Long-term exposure to fine air pollution can impair metabolic health by disrupting the normal function of brown fat…
SCAI releases comprehensive roadmap for intracardiac echocardiography in structural heart disease
The Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (SCAI) has published a comprehensive roadmap that details the use of…
Unfavorable patterns of heart health through young adulthood linked to increased CVD risk later in life
Despite progress in past decades to reduce the burden of cardiovascular disease (CVD), it remains the leading cause…
VR technology proves better than anti-anxiety meds in coronary angiography
Patients undergoing coronary angiography often experience anxiety both before and during the procedure, often treated by the administration…
Wearable device can help lower relapse risk in early addiction recovery
A new study by investigators from Mass General Brigham shows that a non-drug, wearable device can help people…
Genetic risk scores fail to predict survival after diagnosis
New research across seven global biobanks shows that the DNA driving disease onset does not determine survival; instead,…
AI heart scan targets risk before plaque
Biograph partners with Caristo Diagnostics to bring CaRi-Heart to the US and open preventive pathways in cardiology. Cardiovascular…
Scientists test whether chaya leaves can lower blood sugar in diabetes
Can a traditional Mayan leafy green help tackle diabetes? A new review examines Chaya’s bioactive compounds, animal study…
PCSK9i drugs are reasonable alternatives to statins
Dr. Keith Roach | To Your Health Dear Dr. Roach: In a recent column, you wrote about reducing…