News Feature Channel: Cardiovascular Health

This Injected Protein-like Polymer Helps Tissues Heal After a Heart Attack

University of California San Diego — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:00:00 EST

Researchers have developed a new therapy that can be injected intravenously right after a heart attack to promote healing and prevent heart failure. The therapy both prompts the immune system to encourage tissue repair and promotes survival of heart muscle cells after a heart attack.

Popular Sugar Substitute May Harm Brain and Heart Health

American Physiological Society (APS) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 08:30:00 EST

Erythritol, a commonly used sugar substitute often marketed as "healthy," may impair blood vessel health by disrupting the brain's ability to produce a critical compound, according to new research. Scientists will present their findings at the 2025 American Physiology Summit in Baltimore. The Summit is the flagship annual meeting of the American Physiological Society (APS).

Could Potassium Be the Antidote to Too Much Salt?

American Physiological Society (APS) — Fri, 25 Apr 2025 08:30:00 EST

Despite clear health warnings, many Americans have a hard time shaking the salt habit. New research suggests that consuming more potassium could help salt-lovers dodge some of the dangers.

Simple Consultations in Emergency Room Can Help Patients Manage High Blood Pressure

University of Illinois Chicago — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:25:46 EST

A simple consultation during unrelated visits to the emergency room can help patients with high blood pressure -- "the silent killer" -- manage the condition, even before they experience symptoms, according to new research from the University of Illinois Chicago.

Study: Potential Therapy for Uncontrolled Hypertension

UC San Diego Health — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 19:15:03 EST

Researchers with UC San Diego Health identify a potential new treatment for uncontrolled high blood pressure.

EMBARGO CORRECTION - AI Algorithm Can Help Identify High-Risk Heart Patients to Quickly Diagnose, Expedite, and Improve Care

Mount Sinai Health System — Thu, 24 Apr 2025 09:00:00 EST

Mount Sinai-led research can transform how hospitals triage, risk-stratify, and counsel patients to save lives

Utilizing AI for Atrial Fibrillation Treatment

UC San Diego Health — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:50:30 EST

Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital Recognized by Press Ganey for Patient Experience Excellence

Mount Sinai Health System — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:15:03 EST

Cardiology faculty practice is the only heart center in New York to receive the Pinnacle of Excellence Award

Link Between Heart Attack Severity and Circadian Rhythm Unveiled by UTHealth Houston Researchers

University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:00:00 EST

The molecular mechanism behind why heart attacks can vary in severity depending on the time of day has been uncovered by researchers at UTHealth Houston, potentially paving the way for innovative treatments that align with the natural circadian rhythm.

Field Medical Announces First-in-Human Data for Focal PFA in Scar-Related VT at Heart Rhythm 2025

Field Medical, Inc. — Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:40:06 EST

Field Medical Inc., a leader in cardiac pulsed field ablation (PFA) technology, announced today its FieldForce(tm) Ablation System will be featured in eight scientific presentations at the 46th annual Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) meeting, April 24-27, in San Diego, Calif.

Nudge Boosts Statin-Prescribing, Means Fewer Pharmacy Trips

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:55:56 EST

Statins are lifesaving to those with high cholesterol, but patients don't always take them. A nudge that increased long-term prescriptions could be key

The Most Effective Prevention Method for Complications Post Lung Transplant

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:20:20 EST

Of two medications given to patients, one had a much higher success rate in the study

Children Face Elevated Kidney, Heart, and Gut Risks for Years After COVID Infection

Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:05:53 EST

Findings included elevated risks for chronic organ disease among children, and revealed some racial differences in long COVID risks

AI Algorithm Can Help Identify High-Risk Heart Patients to Quickly Diagnose, Expedite, and Improve Care

Mount Sinai Health System — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:00:00 EST

Mount Sinai-led research can transform how hospitals triage, risk-stratify, and counsel patients to save lives

Drug Candidate Successfully Treats Atherosclerosis, Fatty Liver Disease in Large Mammals

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 07:30:20 EST

A drug candidate previously successful at treating severe fatty liver disease, reduces atherosclerosis in large mammals, a study suggests. The compound, DT-109, presents as a dual-action drug capable of treating both metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASH) and the vascular complications associated with atherosclerosis, a significant advancement in the treatment landscape.

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Experts to Present at 2025 Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting

Children's Hospital Los Angeles — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 18:05:04 EST

Children's Hospital Los Angeles experts are set to speak at nearly 80 sessions and poster presentations at the 2025 Pediatric Academic Societies (PAS) meeting April 24-28 in Honolulu.

Medicaid Enrollees with Diabetes Lack Access to Medications with Cardiovascular Health Benefits

American College of Physicians (ACP) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 17:00:00 EST

A national cross-sectional study evaluated the unrestricted availability of sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors (SGLT2is) and glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs), the only two diabetes medications that reduce cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death, among Medicaid enrollees.

Artificial Right Atrium for Fontan Patients Wins Key Funding

Children's Hospital Los Angeles — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:20:40 EST

Researchers from Children's Hospital Los Angeles and the USC Viterbi School of Engineering have received key funding to support their work on a novel device: an artificial right atrium for patients with a Fontan circulation. The investigators--Cynthia Herrington, MD, and Andrew Cheng, MD, of CHLA, and Niema Pahlevan, PhD, of USC--received the USC Nemirovsky Engineering and Medicine Opportunity (NEMO) Prize.

FDA Approves WiSE(r) System, World's First and Only Leadless Left Ventricular Endocardial Pacing (LVEP) Device for CRT

EBR Systems — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 09:45:36 EST

FDA Approves WiSE(r) System, World's First and Only Leadless Left Ventricular Endocardial Pacing (LVEP) Device for CRT

AI Identifies Heart Valve Disease From Common Imaging Test

Cedars-Sinai — Wed, 16 Apr 2025 09:15:14 EST

An artificial intelligence (AI) program trained to review images from a common medical test can detect early signs of tricuspid heart valve disease and may help doctors diagnose and treat patients sooner, according to research from the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai.

News Feature Channel: Cardiovascular Health

This Injected Protein-like Polymer Helps Tissues Heal After a Heart Attack

Popular Sugar Substitute May Harm Brain and Heart Health

Could Potassium Be the Antidote to Too Much Salt?

Simple Consultations in Emergency Room Can Help Patients Manage High Blood Pressure

Study: Potential Therapy for Uncontrolled Hypertension

*EMBARGO CORRECTION* - AI Algorithm Can Help Identify High-Risk Heart Patients to Quickly Diagnose, Expedite, and Improve Care

Utilizing AI for Atrial Fibrillation Treatment

Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital Recognized by Press Ganey for Patient Experience Excellence

Link Between Heart Attack Severity and Circadian Rhythm Unveiled by UTHealth Houston Researchers

Field Medical Announces First-in-Human Data for Focal PFA in Scar-Related VT at Heart Rhythm 2025

Nudge Boosts Statin-Prescribing, Means Fewer Pharmacy Trips

The Most Effective Prevention Method for Complications Post Lung Transplant

Children Face Elevated Kidney, Heart, and Gut Risks for Years After COVID Infection

AI Algorithm Can Help Identify High-Risk Heart Patients to Quickly Diagnose, Expedite, and Improve Care

Drug Candidate Successfully Treats Atherosclerosis, Fatty Liver Disease in Large Mammals

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Experts to Present at 2025 Pediatric Academic Societies Meeting

Medicaid Enrollees with Diabetes Lack Access to Medications with Cardiovascular Health Benefits

Artificial Right Atrium for Fontan Patients Wins Key Funding

FDA Approves WiSE(r) System, World's First and Only Leadless Left Ventricular Endocardial Pacing (LVEP) Device for CRT

AI Identifies Heart Valve Disease From Common Imaging Test

EMBARGO CORRECTION - AI Algorithm Can Help Identify High-Risk Heart Patients to Quickly Diagnose, Expedite, and Improve Care