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Obstructive sleep apnea affects millions of adults worldwide, including more than 24 million in the United States. However, most cases, 90%, remain undiagnosed.The condition results from the upper airways becoming blocked while a person sleeps, which can reduce or stop airflow. As a result, people with obstructed airways can wake up multiple times...
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NHLBI in the Press
Children and parents who received coaching about heart-healthy living experienced better long-term outcomes compared to families who received standard treatment.
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NHLBI in the Press
For every hour an adolescent went to bed earlier than normal each night, they got an extra 41-42 minutes of sleep
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NHLBI in the Press
Among adults who received a pulmonary function test, a greater proportion of Black adults were reclassified as having reduced lung function if a race-neutral equation was used compared to a race-specific equation.
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NHLBI in the Press
Adults with or at risk for cardiovascular disease reported being less likely to use wearable health trackers, including those designed to monitor changes in heart rate or rhythm.
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NHLBI in the Press
After following more than 4,000 adults with COPD for almost 10 years, researchers found those with extra mucus accumulating in their airways had an associated increased risk for dying early. These findings may advance research to identify targeted approaches for treatment.
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NHLBI in the Press
Researchers found adding coronary artery calcium scores to 10-year heart disease risk calculators improved predictions for middle-aged to older adults, but polygenic risk scores, which provide general genetic insight, didn’t have the same effect.
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NHLBI in the Press
Study underscores the importance of cardiovascular disease risk-monitoring and prevention for people who have had at least one pregnancy affected by complications.
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NHLBI in the Press
Vigorous exercise does not appear to increase the risk of death or life-threatening arrhythmia for people with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.
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NHLBI in the Press
Among a study of more than 3,200 adults living in Spain, shorter, power naps were linked with a greater chance for having lower blood pressure, while longer naps were associated with increased cardiovascular disease risks.
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NHLBI in the Press
A new discovery by NHLBI-funded researchers paves the way for safer blood thinners