AI Predicts Future Heart Disease Risk Using Single Chest X-Ray
A deep learning model that uses a single chest X-ray to predict the 10-year risk of death from a heart attack or stroke, stemming from…
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Experts: “Polypills” Could Save Millions of Lives Each Year
Leading cardiologist experts believe that polypills could avoid millions of premature deaths, heart attacks, and strokes. According to two top cardiologists in a commentary published…
Heart Disease: “Good” Cholesterol May Not Be Good for Everyone
Study challenges “good” cholesterol’s role in universally predicting heart disease risk. Lower levels of HDL cholesterol were associated with increased risks for heart attacks in…
New Imaging Technique in Animal Study Gives Insight Into Popular Supplement’s Potential Role in Cancer Progression
University of Missouri researchers made the discovery while using bioluminescent imaging technology to study how nicotinamide riboside supplements work inside the body. Commercial dietary supplements…
Popular “Heart-Health” Supplements Found Ineffective at Lowering Cholesterol
Six widely used dietary supplements promoted for improving heart health – including brands of fish oil, garlic, cinnamon, and turmeric – were not effective at…
Just 2 Minutes: Short Bursts of Vigorous Activity Linked With Living Longer
Two-minute bursts of vigorous activity totaling 15 minutes a week are associated with a reduced risk of death. Bursts of vigorous activity lasting two minutes…
Research Shows E-Cigarettes Cause Cardiac Arrhythmias – Can Be “Worse Than Conventional Cigarettes”
Some cardiac effects of e-cigarette ingredients are similar to or worse than conventional cigarettes. Exposure to e-cigarette aerosols can cause heart arrhythmias in animal models…
COVID-19 Surges Linked To Spike in Heart Attack Deaths – “Like Nothing Seen Before”
New study shows heart attack increase has been most prominent in young adults, especially those ages 25-44. Researchers at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai…
The Truth Behind Sleep: Why Sleep Deficiency May Do You More Harm Than You Realize
We all struggle to get enough sleep sometimes. Whether it’s through work, stress, worry, or just one of those nights, sleepless nights are a part…
Risk of Myocarditis 7x Greater From COVID-19 Than Vaccines
According to a recent study by Penn State College of Medicine scientists, the risk of developing myocarditis — or inflammation of the heart muscle —…
An Unlikely Source Provides New Hope for Heart Disease Patients
Traditional medicine could slow heart disease development. Time halted during the European Football Championship last summer. When football player Christian Eriksen unexpectedly fell, passed away,…
Which Grains You Eat Can Impact Your Risk of Premature Heart Disease
A new study found eating refined grains was associated with an increased risk of premature heart disease and whole grains consumption with reduced risk. Researchers…
Drinking Two to Three Cups of Coffee Daily Is Linked With a Longer Lifespan
Drinking two to three cups of coffee a day is associated with a longer lifespan and a lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared with avoiding…
7 Daily Habits for a Healthier Heart
While cancer deaths tend to get more attention, heart disease is still the leading cause of premature death in the United States, and it’s a…
Researchers Find Link Between Artificial Sweeteners and Heart Disease
These food additives “should not be considered a healthy and safe alternative to sugar,” argue researchers. A potential direct association between higher artificial sweetener consumption…
Ultra-Processed “Gateway” Foods May Lead to Unhealthy Teen Eating
A new study about teen eating habits, led by a 16-year-old scientist, found that ultra-processed foods may trigger additional unhealthy food choices. A study of…
Protect Yourself Against Heart Attack and Stroke – Train Your Blood Vessels
Short, repeated bouts of restricted circulation using a blood pressure cuff may be beneficial to one’s health. The majority of heart attacks and strokes worldwide…
Limiting Salt Consumption – Can It Actually Hurt You?
Black and other ethnic minorities, as well as younger individuals, seem to be at the most risk. Although limiting salt consumption is thought to be…
