Cardiovascular Disease News and Research

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Chest CT findings and pulmonary function in COVID-19 patients

In a recent study published in the Radiology journal, researchers performed the longitudinal evaluation of chest computerized tomography (CT) findings along with pulmonary function in coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients.

16 Feb 2023

How does alcohol affect blood pressure?

Drinking is part of human society worldwide. However, alcohol consumption has been strongly linked to human diseases, including dementia, liver cirrhosis, and neurological conditions. A recent research paper examined whether drinking was related to hypertension, the root factor in morbidity and mortality caused by cardiovascular disease (CVD).

16 Feb 2023

Similar genes may lead to different patterns of fat distribution in women

Obesity causes many health problems and worsens several chronic illnesses, including type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, however, some obese people are more susceptible to complications than others.

16 Feb 2023

Reduced butyrate production in the microbiome of type 2 diabetics

Researchers observe reduced levels of butyrate-producing bacteria in the microbiome of type 2 diabetics.

15 Feb 2023

Sleep irregularity may increase the risk for atherosclerosis

Sleep irregularity - chronically disrupted sleep and highly variable sleep durations night after night - may increase the risk for atherosclerosis, according to a study led by Kelsie Full, PhD, MPH, of Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

15 Feb 2023

Increasing numbers of cancer survivors at high risk for cardiovascular disease

American Cancer Society (ACS) research estimates there are more than 18 million adult survivors of cancer in the United States, and that number is expected to climb to more than 22 million by 2030.

15 Feb 2023

Irregular sleeping habits linked to atherosclerosis risk in older adults

Sleeping an inconsistent number of hours each night and falling asleep at different times may increase the risk of developing atherosclerosis among adults older than 45 compared to people with more consistent sleep habits, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal of the American Heart Association.

15 Feb 2023

Higher intake of free sugars linked with increased risk of cardiovascular disease

Higher intake of free sugars – added sugars and those naturally present in honey and fruit juice – is associated with a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, reports a study published in BMC Medicine.

15 Feb 2023

Does preterm birth increase the risk for adult high blood pressure and heart disease?

A new study discusses the risk of hypertension and CVD in adult women in relation toconcerning their birth history.

15 Feb 2023

Increased risk of developing metabolic conditions during COVID-19 pandemic

Researchers examine the prevalence of metabolic conditions with health and sociodemographic factors during the COVID-19 pandemic.

14 Feb 2023

High prevalence and risks of heart failure warrant urgent action, say researchers

Up to 2% of adults in Europe, North America, and Israel likely have heart failure, and are at high risk of death and additional serious complications, suggest current estimates based on digital health records for 11 countries, and published online in the journal Heart.

14 Feb 2023

How are changes in coffee and caffeine intake associated with changes in fat tissue?

A recent study published in Clinical Nutrition evaluated the associations between changes in coffee and caffeine consumption and fat tissue changes.

14 Feb 2023

Do nuts help with type 2 diabetes?

Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects one in ten people worldwide. There has been an alarming increase of 16% in the global prevalence of type 2 diabetes over the past two years.

13 Feb 2023

Research supports the role of strawberry consumption in promoting heart health

As attention focuses on heart disease this February for American Heart Month, the latest research on strawberries, including their potential heart health benefits, was presented at the 9th biennial Berry Health Benefits Symposium in Tampa, FL.

10 Feb 2023

UQ-led research effort secures almost $8 million to develop an mRNA Strep A vaccine

A University of Queensland-led research effort to develop an mRNA vaccine against Group A Streptococcus (Strep A) has secured almost $8 million in philanthropic funding.

10 Feb 2023

Study identifies a previously unknown role of 'natural killer' immune cells

Melbourne researchers have improved our understanding of how the immune system is regulated to prevent disease, identifying a previously unknown role of 'natural killer' (NK) immune cells.

10 Feb 2023

Can lifestyle and nutrition be the answer for metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes remission?

Recently, scientists have reviewed the existing literature to elucidate the root cause of metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.

10 Feb 2023

Can carbohydrate be reduced too low for weight loss, and glycemic control?

A new review in the Journal of Clinical Lipidology aimed to describe the definitions of carbohydrate-restricted dietary patterns, the potential benefits related to cardiometabolic risk factors, and whether healthcare professionals should consider it for glycemic management and weight loss.

9 Feb 2023

Hemoglobin A1C testing is crucial to monitor heart health

The math might seem simple. Foods high in cholesterol plus no exercise equals heart trouble.

9 Feb 2023

Study finds hospitalized obstetric patients with cardiovascular disease and COVID-19 are more symptomatic

Researchers evaluated the impact of cardiovascular disease on the prognosis of maternal SARS-CoV-2) infections.

9 Feb 2023

Cardiovascular Disease News and Research

Latest Cardiovascular Disease News and Research

Chest CT findings and pulmonary function in COVID-19 patients

How does alcohol affect blood pressure?

Similar genes may lead to different patterns of fat distribution in women

Reduced butyrate production in the microbiome of type 2 diabetics

Sleep irregularity may increase the risk for atherosclerosis

Increasing numbers of cancer survivors at high risk for cardiovascular disease

Irregular sleeping habits linked to atherosclerosis risk in older adults

Higher intake of free sugars linked with increased risk of cardiovascular disease

Does preterm birth increase the risk for adult high blood pressure and heart disease?

Increased risk of developing metabolic conditions during COVID-19 pandemic

High prevalence and risks of heart failure warrant urgent action, say researchers

How are changes in coffee and caffeine intake associated with changes in fat tissue?

Do nuts help with type 2 diabetes?

Research supports the role of strawberry consumption in promoting heart health

UQ-led research effort secures almost $8 million to develop an mRNA Strep A vaccine

Study identifies a previously unknown role of 'natural killer' immune cells

Can lifestyle and nutrition be the answer for metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes remission?

Can carbohydrate be reduced too low for weight loss, and glycemic control?

Hemoglobin A1C testing is crucial to monitor heart health

Study finds hospitalized obstetric patients with cardiovascular disease and COVID-19 are more symptomatic

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