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Voice changes detected by smartphone may signal COPD symptom flare-ups

Changes in people's voices recoded on a smartphone can signal a serious flare up in symptoms of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to a pilot study presented at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) Congress in Vienna, Austria.

9 Sep 2024

Reduced heart rate variability linked to higher mortality in people with diabetes

Disruption to normal variations in daily heart rate (HR) is associated with a much higher risk of dying in people with type 1 and type 2 diabetes over 21 years, according to new research to be presented at this year's Annual Meeting of The European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD), Madrid (9-13 Sept).

9 Sep 2024

Cell-free RNA analysis enhances early detection of pediatric inflammatory conditions

RNA is expelled from cells via cell death or active release, and can then find its way into blood plasma. A Cornell University-led collaboration has developed machine learning models that use these cell-free molecular RNA dregs to diagnose pediatric inflammatory conditions that are difficult to differentiate.

9 Sep 2024

Sally Ross Soter donates $15 million to advance women’s heart health

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women, and gaps in care and access persist between women and men.

9 Sep 2024

Good heart health during early pregnancy may reduce genetic risk of preeclampsia and hypertension

Maintaining good cardiovascular health during the first trimester of pregnancy may offset the genetic risk of developing preeclampsia and/or gestational hypertension, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2024.

9 Sep 2024

Insulin resistance linked to 31 diseases and higher early death risk in women

Insulin resistance is associated with 31 different diseases and, in women, is also linked to higher odds of an early death, a study of data on hundreds of thousands of people in the UK being presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Madrid, Spain (9-13 September), has found.

9 Sep 2024

Researchers uncover connection between two common diabetes drugs with implications for foot ulcer healing

Research shows elevated metformin in diabetic foot ulcer exudates when combined with insulin, highlighting potential for improved wound healing therapies.

9 Sep 2024

NIH awards multi-million grant for groundbreaking organ transplantation research

Researchers at the Terasaki Institute for Biomedical Innovation have been awarded a multi-million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to advance research in organ transplantation and antibody-mediated rejection.

6 Sep 2024

Individuals with periodontitis exhibit unique inflammatory protein profile in the blood

Individuals with periodontitis have altered concentrations of various proteins in their blood, according to a new study from Umeå University, Sweden.

6 Sep 2024

Cruciferous vegetables proven to lower blood pressure more than root vegetables

Cruciferous vegetables, including broccoli, cabbage, kale, and cauliflower have been found to lower blood pressure, in comparison to root and squash vegetables, in middle-aged and older Australian adults with elevated blood pressure.

6 Sep 2024

Wearable activity trackers show promise in detecting early signals of disease

Fitbit, Apple Watch or Oura ring, wearable technology is in high demand among the health conscious. But beyond measuring heart rates and blood pressure, could fitness trackers be used to test for and effectively screen for disease?

6 Sep 2024

Thanks to Reddit, a new diagnosis is bubbling up across the nation

In a video posted to Reddit this summer, Lucie Rosenthal's face starts focused and uncertain, looking intently into the camera, before it happens.

6 Sep 2024

Mediterranean diet vs. Ultra-processed foods: Impact on frailty in older adults

Researchers evaluate whether ultra-processed food and Mediterranean diet scores were associated with frailty and cardiometabolic disease in older adults.

6 Sep 2024

Being psychologically resilient can reduce the risk of all-cause mortality

The study highlights the protective effect of psychological resilience on mortality, indicating its significance for enhancing longevity in aging populations.

6 Sep 2024

Fermented foods' health impacts analyzed in groundbreaking European study

Review evaluates the health benefits and risks of fermented foods using a systematic approach, setting a foundation for future studies on their role in nutrition and public health.

6 Sep 2024

Early cholesterol spikes fuel atherosclerosis by altering macrophages

Early intermittent hyperlipidemia significantly accelerates atherosclerosis by disrupting macrophage function, highlighting the need for early cholesterol management.

6 Sep 2024

Aging immune system fuels cancer growth

A novel study by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai addresses a critical yet under-explored question in cancer research: Why is aging the biggest risk factor for cancer? The study reveals how an aging immune system spurs tumor growth, offering new insights into cancer prevention and treatment, especially for older adults.

6 Sep 2024

Low-carb diets exceed nutrient needs and promote heart health by improving key dietary ratios

Study reveals that well-designed low-carbohydrate diets can meet or exceed essential nutrient requirements while promoting favorable fatty acid and sodium-to-potassium ratios, which may reduce chronic disease risks.

5 Sep 2024

Study reveals geographic variations in cardiovascular risk for Chinese American immigrants

A new UCLA-led study found that cardiovascular disease risk among Chinese American immigrants increases with length of residence and varies by location in the U.S. The study, which leveraged data from the MESA (Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis) cohort, sponsored by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), observed the heart health of 746 Chinese Americans in both Los Angeles and Chicago over a period of roughly 18 years.

5 Sep 2024

Weight-loss surgery offers better control of high blood pressure compared to medications

People with obesity who underwent weight-loss surgery were more likely to control their high blood pressure over a 1-to-5 year follow-period compared to those who managed their high blood pressure with medications and lifestyle management, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2024.

5 Sep 2024

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Heart Disease News and Research

Latest Heart Disease News and Research

Voice changes detected by smartphone may signal COPD symptom flare-ups

Reduced heart rate variability linked to higher mortality in people with diabetes

Cell-free RNA analysis enhances early detection of pediatric inflammatory conditions

Sally Ross Soter donates $15 million to advance women’s heart health

Good heart health during early pregnancy may reduce genetic risk of preeclampsia and hypertension

Insulin resistance linked to 31 diseases and higher early death risk in women

Researchers uncover connection between two common diabetes drugs with implications for foot ulcer healing

NIH awards multi-million grant for groundbreaking organ transplantation research

Individuals with periodontitis exhibit unique inflammatory protein profile in the blood

Cruciferous vegetables proven to lower blood pressure more than root vegetables

Wearable activity trackers show promise in detecting early signals of disease

Thanks to Reddit, a new diagnosis is bubbling up across the nation

Mediterranean diet vs. Ultra-processed foods: Impact on frailty in older adults

Being psychologically resilient can reduce the risk of all-cause mortality

Fermented foods' health impacts analyzed in groundbreaking European study

Early cholesterol spikes fuel atherosclerosis by altering macrophages

Aging immune system fuels cancer growth

Low-carb diets exceed nutrient needs and promote heart health by improving key dietary ratios

Study reveals geographic variations in cardiovascular risk for Chinese American immigrants

Weight-loss surgery offers better control of high blood pressure compared to medications

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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