Circulation

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Excess salt in the diet was indicated as a recognized risk factor in the case of hypertension 82.4%, atrial fibrillation 28.8%, obesity 36.4%, type 2 diabetes 20.4%, lipid disorders 18.5%, heart failure 59.1%, stroke 56.9%, and atherosclerosis 42.2%. to even 53%.

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Atherosclerosis Diet Lipid disorders Risk Factors 40

Circulation: Heart Failure

MARCH 8, 2024

The prevalence of HF risk factors was high: hypertension, 61.9%; former or current smoking, 53.7%; obesity 34.8%; diabetes; 24.7%; and chronic kidney disease; 22%. Results:Median age was 73 (25th–75th percentile 67–81) years, 53.2% were female, 25.6% were Black, 12.8% were Chinese, and 40.0% were White.

Heart Failure 40

Heart Failure Atherosclerosis Kidney Disease Risk Factors 40

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Keynote speaker and atherosclerosis expert Peter Libby, MD , captivated the audience with an update on his research into inflammation and atherosclerosis. He discussed therapeutic options not only for treating atherosclerosis but also for preventing cardiovascular disease. Experts like Louis J.

CME 64

CME Innovation Education Atherosclerosis 64

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

DECEMBER 5, 2024

SUMMIT Trial : Weekly subcutaneous tirzepatide showed significant reductions in CV death and HF-related events among patients with HFpEF and obesity. Read the published study. Access the full study. OPTION Trial : LAAC after AFib ablation was associated with lower risks of major bleeding compared to oral anticoagulation.

CME 52

CME Obesity Innovation Cardiovascular Disease 52

MIBHS

JULY 31, 2024

While this response is adaptive in the short term, chronic stress keeps your blood pressure elevated for extended periods, increasing your risk of hypertension (high blood pressure) and its associated complications, such as heart disease and stroke.

Blood Pressure 52

Blood Pressure Heart Attack Heart attacks Heart Rhythm 52

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

2023, the American Heart Association (AHA) issued a presidential advisory on the urgency of this systemic disorder involving heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes and obesity. In its advisory, the AHA stressed an interdisciplinary team approach emphasizing social determinants of health, shortcomings in current efforts, and knowledge gaps.

Certification 52

Certification Nursing Kidney Disease Education 52

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

The model consisted of six variables, and one point was awarded for each: atrial fibrillation, large artery atherosclerosis, large vessel occlusion, obesity, prior anti-hypertensive medication usage and if patients age was 18-39 or > 69. Risk of positive findings was 6.2% for score of 0, 26.1% for score of 1, 65.0%

Hospital 40

Hospital Stroke Strokes Inpatient 40

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

A 69‐year‐old woman with a history of lung cancer, hypertension, chronic tobacco use, atherosclerosis, and known calcified plaque at the left carotid bifurcation on dual antiplatelet therapy presented with acute onset of expressive aphasia and right hemiparesis due to acute left CCAO.

Outcomes 40

Outcomes Chest Pain Coronary Artery Disease Aortic 40

GEMMS

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle significantly increase the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Over time, chronic stress can lead to the development of conditions like hypertension and heart disease.

Blood Pressure 52

Blood Pressure Cholesterol Diet Exercise 52

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Introduction:It is known that past the age of 35, the prevalence of large artery atherosclerosis (LAA) related strokes increases with a cardiovascular risk factor (CVRF) profile beginning to resemble that of elderly patients. A significantly larger proportion of patients with LAA had baseline CVRFs including hypertension (80.0%

Atherosclerosis 40

Atherosclerosis Stroke Strokes Obesity 40

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

This study explores whether midlife vascular risk factors are associated with risk of PDD in the community-based ARIC cohort.Methods:ARIC participants were evaluated for vascular risk factors (hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, smoking, and obesity) in 1987-1989 (ages 44-64) and followed through 2016.

Dementia 40

Dementia Risk Factors Atherosclerosis Obesity 40

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

This study examined associations of midlife vascular risk factors (VRFs), and the cumulative burden of these factors, with LLD.Methods:Individuals from the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) Study were evaluated for VRFs (smoking, hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, and obesity) at midlife (ages 44-66).

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Risk Factors Cerebrovascular Disease Obesity Diabetes 40

Dr. Paddy Barrett

OCTOBER 10, 2023

APOB The fundamental basis of coronary artery disease is when a cholesterol particle is retained in the artery wall, and an inflammatory cascade occurs, resulting in the formation of atherosclerosis. Share Visceral Adipose Tissue The real risk of obesity comes from the inflammatory engine of visceral fat found in the abdominal cavity.

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Risk Factors Heart Disease Blood Pressure Coronary Artery Disease 52

Physiologically Speaking

APRIL 24, 2024

6 [link] Insufficient sleep has been linked to a greater risk for several health conditions including obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and cognitive decline. The amount of calcium in the blood vessels (known as arterial calcification), a marker of subclinical atherosclerosis, is higher in people with a short sleep duration.

Blood Pressure 52

Blood Pressure Blood Clot COVID-19 Cardiovascular Disease 52

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Attendees, including hundreds of health professionals, gained access to the latest knowledge and developments in the field, from exclusive insights from one of the foremost authorities on atherosclerosis, Dr. Peter Libby, to innovations like new therapeutic agents and exciting advancements in renal protection. In the U.S.,

CME 103

CME Obesity Heart Failure Biomarkers 103

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

ObjectiveMitochondrial dysfunction is associated with increased risk of atherosclerosis by disrupting key cellular processes that contribute to premature vascular ageing. EOCAD patients had lower mtDNA-CN (p<0.001) and higher mtDNA4977 deletion (p=0.026).

Coronary Artery Disease 52

Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factors Obesity Atherosclerosis 52

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Diabetes and Obesity Care Advancements New Technologies for Diabetes Management : The recent FDA approvals of various insulin delivery devices, including the Embecta patch pump for Type 2 diabetes , have expanded patient options. These findings strengthen the case for broader utilization of finerenone in heart failure management​.

Blood Pressure 59

Blood Pressure Obesity Preserved Ejection Fraction Coronary Artery Disease 59