Cardiovascular Disease News and Research

Latest Cardiovascular Disease News and Research

Stress, diet, and vascular health: Can cocoa flavonols help?

Incorporating flavonol-rich foods may counteract stress-induced vascular impairments, offering a dietary strategy for improved cardiovascular health.

19 Nov 2024

UQ swimming program reverses motor decline in young people with severe cerebral palsy

A competitive swimming program developed by University of Queensland researchers for young people with severe cerebral palsy has reversed motor decline associated with the condition.

19 Nov 2024

Memories of obesity can linger in fat cells long after weight loss

Epigenetic changes from obesity persist after weight loss, altering fat cell function and increasing the risk of weight regain, impacting metabolic health.

19 Nov 2024

How vitamin B3 could be the secret to living longer and protecting your heart

Dietary niacin intake reduces risks of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality in US adults, with benefits more pronounced in non-diabetic individuals and linked to NAD metabolism improvements.

18 Nov 2024

Cocoa flavanols can protect the vascular system from stress

New research has found that a flavanol-rich cocoa drink can protect the body's vasculature against stress even after eating high-fat food.

18 Nov 2024

Reconditioned pacemakers prove safe and effective in global trial

A randomized trial that compared previously used and new pacemakers in patients found the reconditioned devices were as safe and effective as new pacemakers, potentially offering affordable options for patients in low-and middle-income countries.

18 Nov 2024

Proactively screening diabetes patients for heart disease does not improve long-term survival

While coronary heart disease and diabetes are often seen in the same patients, a diagnosis of diabetes does not necessarily mean that patients also have coronary heart disease, according to a new study from researchers at Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City.

18 Nov 2024

Blood pressure control improved with dual medication pills in India

Medication variations that combined two of three different blood pressure-lowering medications into a single pill worked equally well in reducing blood pressure and were safe among adults in India, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.

18 Nov 2024

Intensive blood pressure treatment reduces cardiovascular risk in people with Type 2 diabetes

An intensive treatment approach to lowering high systolic blood pressure in people with Type 2 diabetes led to a reduced risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure and death due to cardiovascular disease when compared to a standard treatment approach, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.

18 Nov 2024

Tirzepatide improves heart health and function in obese HFpEF patients

In the international SUMMIT trial, adults with heart failure preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) and obesity taking tirzepatide for up to 3 years had a reduced combined risk of worsening heart failure events and cardiovascular death, and improved health status and physical function in comparison to participants taking placebo, according to late-breaking science presented today at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.

18 Nov 2024

Excessive sedentary time linked to higher heart disease risk

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 of the American College of Cardiology, and presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2024.

15 Nov 2024

Global gap in diabetes prevalence and treatment has widened since 1990

Global diabetes rates have surged, particularly in low-resource areas, revealing critical gaps in treatment access and highlighting the need for improved care.

15 Nov 2024

Study links heart shape to genetic risk of cardiovascular diseases

A new multi-national study has revealed that the shape of the heart is influenced in part by genetics and may help predict the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

14 Nov 2024

Long-term sedentary behavior raises blood pressure in youth

Time spent sedentary beyond six hours per day during growth from childhood through young adulthood may cause an excess increase of 4 mmHg in systolic blood pressure, a new study shows.

14 Nov 2024

Primary care clinicians key to achieving optimal cardiovascular health

Primary care clinicians and practices are uniquely positioned to help people achieve optimal cardiovascular health through screening, diagnosing and treating the health behaviors and factors outlined in the American Heart Association's Life's Essential 8 health metrics to reduce the risk for heart disease and stroke, according to a new scientific statement published today in the Association's peer-reviewed journal Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.

13 Nov 2024

Singer Amy Grant highlights the need for support to fight women's heart disease

Singer-songwriter and musician, Amy Grant understands first-hand that cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the No. 1 cause of death for women.

13 Nov 2024

Researchers discover new target for treating atherosclerosis

Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have identified a new target to treat atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque clogs arteries and causes major cardiac issues, including stroke and heart attack.

13 Nov 2024

Digital health technologies play a transformative role in diabetes management and prevention

Scientists at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, along with a colleague from Peking University People's Hospital in China, have been leading a special collection and published an editorial in Frontiers in Endocrinology, emphasizing the transformative role digital health technologies play in diabetes management and prevention.

12 Nov 2024

Extra hour of weekly exercise reduces risk of atrial fibrillation

Adding an extra hour every week of physical activity may lower the chance of developing the most common type of irregular heartbeat (arrythmia) by 11 percent, a new study shows.

12 Nov 2024

Time-restricted eating shows promising weight and metabolic benefits, study reveals

A comprehensive meta-analysis of RCTs suggests meal timing strategies, such as time-restricted eating, offer moderate weight loss benefits and improved metabolic outcomes. However, evidence quality is limited, necessitating further research.

11 Nov 2024