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2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report of US and Global Data From the American Heart Association

Circulation

METHODS:The AHA, through its Epidemiology and Prevention Statistics Committee, continuously monitors and evaluates sources of data on heart disease and stroke in the United States and globally to provide the most current information available in the annual Statistical Update with review of published literature through the year before writing.

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How High Blood Pressure Affects Your Heart and What You Can Do About It

MIBHS

Secondary hypertension : This type results from an underlying condition such as kidney disease, hormonal disorders, or the use of certain medications. This condition, called atherosclerosis, narrows the arteries, restricting blood flow and increasing the risk of heart attacks and strokes.

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The Cardiometabolic Event of the Year: What to Expect at the 19th Annual Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Here’s what you can expect at the biggest conference in cardiorenal metabolic health, the 19th Annual Cardiometabolic Congress (CMHC), DECODING THE CONSTELLATION of Cardiometabolic Health and Risk Factors. Michos, MD, MHS, FACC, FAHA, FASE, FASPC ; famed hypertension expert Keith C.

Education 100
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2024 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report of US and Global Data From the American Heart Association

Circulation

METHODS:The AHA, through its Epidemiology and Prevention Statistics Committee, continuously monitors and evaluates sources of data on heart disease and stroke in the United States and globally to provide the most current information available in the annual Statistical Update with review of published literature through the year before writing.

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Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis Early Heart Failure Study: Rationale, Design, and Baseline Characteristics

Circulation: Heart Failure

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%. Overt cardiovascular disease, which ranged from 2.1% (HF) to 13.6% (atrial fibrillation), was less common. were female, 25.6% were Black, 12.8%

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19th Annual Cardiometabolic Health Congress: Honoring the Life and Legacy of CMHC Co-Chair Dr. George L. Bakris

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Themed “Decoding the Constellation of Cardiometabolic Health and Risk Factors,” this year’s congress will tackle the growing health threat posed by cardiometabolic diseases, affecting 47 million people in the US. Shapiro, DO Back By Popular Demand!

CME 72
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Abstract 151: Age?Related Increases in Carotid Artery Calcification: Insights from NaF PET/CT Imaging

Stroke: Vascular and Interventional Neurology

Risk factors such as smoking, chronic kidney disease, and aging can contribute to plaque formation. 18F‐Sodium Fluoride positron emission tomography/computerized tomography (NaF‐PET/CT) can be utilized to detect and quantify molecular calcification and therefore early atherosclerosis in patients with CVD.