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Understanding the Difference Between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest

MIBHS

When discussing heart health, heart attacks and cardiac arrest are two terms that are often mistaken for one another. Understanding the difference between heart attack and cardiac arrest can help in recognizing symptoms, seeking prompt medical care, and even saving lives. What is Cardiac Arrest?

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Understanding an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

MIBHS

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Persistent high blood pressure forces the heart to work harder to pump blood. Medications Medications are often the first line of treatment for cardiomegaly and can include: ACE inhibitors or ARBs , which help lower blood pressure and reduce the workload on the heart.

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2024’s Mid-Year Review: FDA-Approved Cardiorenal Metabolic Drugs and Devices 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Aprocitentan (Tryvio) Approved: March 20, 2024 Indication: Hypertension in adults Administration: Oral Mechanism: Endothelin A and B receptor antagonist Developer: Idorsia Pharmaceuticals Significance: First and only FDA-approved endothelin receptor antagonist for high blood pressure that remains uncontrolled with existing treatments.

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15 Early Warning Signs Of Heart Disease You Should Lookout For

Wellnest

It occurs when blood flow to the coronary arteries is restricted, frequently by a blood clot, which can harm the heart muscle and result in consequences like heart disease or sudden cardiac arrest. Blood pressure is high. A significant risk factor for heart disease is high blood pressure.