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Researchers share insight about strategies being studied to support the cardiovascular health of people living with HIV When Tom Ortiz was diagnosed with HIV more than 30 years ago, he felt like he was handed a death sentence. “In the early days, if AIDS didn’t kill you a heart attack would,” said Ortiz, a community health worker in Ohio. “It was...
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You may have heard sleep described as something of a magic pill for the body. With the right amount, timing, and quality, it can work wonders - strengthen the immune system, improve blood sugar, even decrease the risk of heart attacks and strokes. Sleep differences have been reported for some time in men and women, but it is not well known whether...
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Inflammation can exacerbate risks for cardiovascular disease — and is informing new approaches for treatment Like a fire alarm sending signals to evacuate a smoky building, the immune system has internal guards to help the body sense and respond to danger. However, for people with risks for heart disease, these warning signals can have a negative...
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Despite popularity of fish oil omega-3 supplements, big knowledge gaps remain Chances are, you or someone you know takes fish oil capsules with hopes of preventing heart disease - the leading cause of death. Made from omega-3 fatty acids, which the body cannot make on its own, they are among the most common type of dietary supplement used by U.S...
Upcoming Events
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is participating in ASH 2024, the American Society for Hematology Annual Meeting and Exposition. Visit us at booth #2901 in the Exhibition Hall from Saturday, December 7 – Monday, December 9.
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San Diego Convention Center
111 W Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA
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111 W Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA
92101
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is hosting a two-day virtual workshop titled "Concept to the Clinic: How to Advance Innovative Lung and Sleep Therapies to Patients with High Unmet Needs” - scheduled for December 17, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 5:15 PM (EST) and December 18, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM (EST).
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Virtual
December 17 9:00 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. ET
December 18 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET
December 17 9:00 a.m. - 5:15 p.m. ET
December 18 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. ET
The Sickle Cell Disease Advisory Committee (SCDAC) makes recommendations on research priorities conducted or supported by NHLBI. The Committee also makes recommendations about long range plans of basic, clinical, applied, health education, and prevention related research concerning the scientific aspects of research programs on the nature, causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Sickle Cell Disease. The Committee will advise, consult with, and make recommendations to the Director, NIH, the Director, NHLBI, and the Director, DBDR.
Virtual
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ET
Featured Past Events
This workshop will assess the progress made towards implementation of the COPD National Action Plan since its release. We will also reengage the COPD community around using the COPD National Action Plan Community Action Tool to track and monitor progress.
Virtual
9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET
9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. ET
The workshop "Heterogeneity and Sex/Gender Differences in Obstructive Sleep Apnea: Personalized Approaches to Diagnosis, Treatment, and Implementation" aims to explore the diverse aspects of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) diagnosis and treatment. It focuses on integrating personalized and precision-based approaches into sleep medicine therapies and identifying unique subtypes and characteristics of OSA for individualized treatment strategies. This workshop is essential for professionals and individuals interested in staying updated on the latest advancements and future directions in the diagnosis and management of OSA.
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Virtual
November 14, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
November 15, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
November 14, 2024, 11:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
November 15, 2024, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is hosting a two-day virtual workshop titles "Disparities across the spectrum of pulmonary vascular disease (PVD)" - scheduled for October 22 - 23, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 5:40 PM (EST).
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Virtual (webinar)
October 22, 2024, 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. EST
October 23, 2024, 10:00 a.m. - 5:40 p.m. EST
October 22, 2024, 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. EST
October 23, 2024, 10:00 a.m. - 5:40 p.m. EST