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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

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PAD is a serious, progressive cardiovascular disease primarily caused by a buildup of fatty plaque in the blood vessels, or atherosclerosis. This plaque narrows the blood vessels and reduces blood flow to the legs and feet, which may significantly impair physical function, walking performance and quality of life.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress Becomes First Organization to Offer Certification in Cardiometabolic Health

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

The nine-module learning experience addresses lifestyle, pharmacotherapy and care delivery considerations for obesity, type 2 diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular and chronic kidney disease, dyslipidemia, as well as a special module on reducing cardiometabolic health disparities in racial and ethnic minority populations.

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American Stroke Association to Honor 11 Leading Scientists at International Stroke Conference ISC 2024

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With more than two decades of research experience, Boden-Albala is an internationally recognized expert in the social epidemiology of chronic disease whose research has focused on eliminating health disparities through defining and intervening on social support, structural and institutional barriers to optimal health.

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