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Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide. This is why Nicole Redmond, M.D., Ph.D., M.P.H., chief of the Clinical Applications and Prevention branch in NHLBI’s Division of Cardiovascular Sciences, is bringing attention to silent pieces of information, like elevated blood pressure or cholesterol. When they go unchecked...
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NHLBI in the Press
Adults who never or rarely added salt to food were more likely to live up to one to two years longer compared to adults who always added salt to food, according to an observational study.
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NHLBI in the Press
Researchers found pulse oximeters overestimated oxygen levels for adults who identify as Asian, Black, or Hispanic – which can lead to missed or delayed opportunities for COVID-19-related treatment and care.
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NHLBI in the Press
Researchers are reporting that a first-in-human trial using a new needle ablation technique shows promise for treating ventricular tachycardia.
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You’re ready for bed, so you turn off the lights and pull down the shades. Sure, a little light may stream from the sides of the window, or beam from your alarm clock, or TV modem, or cell phone. No big deal, you say? Think again. It turns out that even tiny amounts of nighttime light—from any source—may be harmful to your heart. One recent study...
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NHLBI in the Press
After assessing data from thousands of adults hospitalized for COVID-19, researchers found those who smoked or vaped were more likely than non-smokers to experience severe outcomes, including needing advanced respiratory support.
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NHLBI in the Press
By understanding genetic mutations that can occur later in life, also called somatic mutations, researchers aim to better detect and prevent heart disease in older adults.
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NHLBI in the Press
Differences in the structure and size of airways of women compared to men may help explain why women are more likely to experience worse COPD symptoms, according to research published in Radiology.
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NHLBI in the Press
Adults with peripheral artery disease who walked at a pace to induce leg pain through an at-home walking program were more likely to show long-term benefits compared to adults who walked at a comfortable pace.
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Research Feature
Researchers are studying how to update and personalize the tools doctors use to predict a patient’s chance of developing cardiovascular disease The annual physical exam is often a routine event for many people. A primary care doctor looks at, among many things, their patient’s blood pressure, cholesterol, and body weight, to help glean the health...
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NHLBI in the Press
Adults were 30-40% less likely to experience a stroke if they scored higher on “Life’s Simple 7,” measures of heart-healthy living. The study also found that adults who experienced a stroke but had fewer cardiovascular risks experienced the event 5-6 years later.