Tag: American College of Cardiology
Heart injury associated with higher risk of death from COVID-19
Myocardial injury (heart muscle damage) is associated with higher risk of death among hospitalized COVID-19 patients
Myocardial injury (heart muscle damage) is common among patients...
Mobile health devices help detect heart disease early
Mobile health devices may enable early AF detection through the use of photoplethysmography (PPG) technology
A new study, presented as 'Late Breaking Science' at the...
Flavoured e-cigarettes can hasten onset of heart disease
Exposure to flavoured e-cigarette exacerbates dysfunction of cells lining various organs and inflammation - often precursors to heart disease
A new study on endothelial (cell...
Gum disease may make blood pressure drugs less effective
Study shows that good oral health ensures hypertension patients respond better to medicines
Hypertensive? Your teeth may be an indicator how well you will respond...
Check blood pressure at home for better control
Home based blood pressure monitoring also saves medical costs, found a studyThat small box with a digital display that measures blood pressure without the...
Cleveland Clinic devises heart attack protocol to reduce gender gap...
The four step protocol ensures uniform treatment decisions; improves outcomes for women
Cleveland Clinic researchers have found that implementing a four-step protocol for heart attack...
A life enhancer or a stroke trigger? Aspirin flummoxes scientists
Studies show it reduces mortality in people living with diabetes or heart disease but can lead to an increase in the risk of non...
