November 27, 2019
Article
A new analysis of results from the SPRINT trial finds that across age groups, intensive blood pressure control may lengthen a person’s lifespan by 4-9 percent.
November 19, 2019
Article
The impact of electronic cigarettes on cardiovascular disease risk factors is similar to effects seen in people who smoke traditional combustible cigarettes with harmful effects on cholesterol, triglycerides and blood glucose, as well as on blood flow to the heart, researchers reported at AHA's Scientific Sessions this month.
November 19, 2019
Article
Patients who suffer from depression are at increased risk for cardiovascular disease, but what about the risk of non-fatal cardiovascular disease events?
November 19, 2019
Article
Patients with obesity who undergo bariatric surgery are less likely to experience cerebrovascular events, shows a study presented at AHA's Scientific Sessions earlier this month.
November 19, 2019
Article
Approximately one in three patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease skip the flu shot each year despite its effectiveness in lowering the risk of illness and death, shows research presented at AHA's Scientific Sessions.