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The aorta, one of the “great arteries,” carries blood away from the heart to support circulation throughout the body. However, sometimes a tear in the lining of the aorta can occur, and while this is uncommon, it often requires immediate treatment. That’s why it’s important for people to be aware of common risk factors and symptoms. Sujata M...
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NHLBI in the Press
A deep-learning algorithm that interprets electrocardiogram (ECG) data can predict mortality risk after heart surgery, a new NHLBI-funded study finds.
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NHLBI in the Press
After conducting a study with more than 500 adults in their 30s and 40s, researchers found that sleep interruptions during this time were predictive of worse cognitive function 11 years later.
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NHLBI in the Press
Engineers and cardiologists created a prediction tool designed to help doctors identify patients with increased risks for experiencing ruptures in the body’s largest artery.
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NHLBI in the Press
Adults living in areas with fewer economic resources were less likely to fill heart failure prescriptions compared to those living in areas with the most resources.
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NHLBI in the Press
Earlier age at a girl’s first period is associated with a higher risk of becoming an adult woman with type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular complications, a new study finds.
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NHLBI in the Press
People with obstructive sleep apnea who slept less than seven hours per night had a higher risk of death compared to those with longer sleep, researchers reported
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NHLBI in the Press
A 12-month workplace wellness program that introduced flexible scheduling for employees led to cardiovascular improvements for workers ages 45 and older and for those with increased cardiovascular risks.
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NHLBI in the Press
Compared to eating a high-sodium diet, adults who limited their salt intake to about 500 milligrams a day for one week saw their systolic blood pressure drop.
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NHLBI in the Press
Cardiovascular-related deaths due to heat are uncommon, but are expected to increase within the next 20-40 years as more summer days reach the maximum heat index, according to a modeling study in Circulation.
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NHLBI in the Press
A new study suggests that making simple dietary swaps could reduce the carbon footprint in the U.S. by more than 35% along with improving overall diet quality.