Dr. Paddy Barrett

APRIL 12, 2024

Less major diseases earlier in life. Healthspan A common refrain I hear is, “ I have no interest in living longer if I do not have a good quality of life ” However, one of the single biggest factors impacting your quality of life will be whether or not you have a major chronic disease. Less diabetes.

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Open Heart

MARCH 1, 2024

One-third of the adults in Scotland have hypertension yet only a quarter of them have their blood pressure (BP) controlled to target (<140/90 mm Hg). Consented participants will be asked to complete surveys on lifestyle factors, medication adherence, quality of life and hypertension knowledge, understanding and home monitoring.

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Circulation: Heart Failure

MARCH 5, 2024

No statistically significant heterogeneity in the benefits of high-intensity care was seen across patient subgroups of different ages, with left ventricular ejection fraction above or below 40%, NT-proBNP (N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide) and systolic blood pressure above or below the median value.

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DAIC

MARCH 25, 2025

Effect of finerenone on N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide in heart failure with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction: The FINEARTS-HF trial during the session "Finerenone: A Promising Addition to the Armamentarium or Merely an Academic Exercise?"

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DAIC

MAY 16, 2024

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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GEMMS

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

By prioritizing cardiovascular health, individuals can improve their quality of life and longevity. Cardiovascular health is of utmost importance as it directly affects the well-being of our heart and blood vessels. Moreover, a healthy heart contributes to improved overall fitness, endurance, and quality of life.

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AMS Cardiology

JULY 11, 2024

This comprehensive program overseen by a cardiac rehabilitation specialist offers numerous benefits that can significantly improve quality of life and reduce the risk of future cardiac events. Cardiac rehabilitation is a crucial component of recovery and long-term heart health for individuals who have experienced heart-related issues.

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Wellnest

DECEMBER 18, 2023

These groundbreaking developments offer a paradigm shift in the management of resistant hypertension, especially when it is extremely difficult to achieve blood pressure control through conventional means, such as lifestyle modifications and various drug therapies.

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DAIC

MAY 28, 2024

Heart Failure affects vast numbers of people – more than 64 million globally 2 – and can have devastating impacts on quality of life, with patients feeling tired and breathless, and being unable to participate in their usual activities. The researchers also examined blood pressure, heart rate, body weight, and body mass index.

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Heart Failure Quality of Life Research Blood Pressure 98

DAIC

MAY 20, 2024

Geisinger is at the forefront of research and technological advancements that allow for better patient outcomes and improvements in their quality of life.” As these proteins build up, the heart becomes thicker and struggles to pump blood.

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DAIC

APRIL 1, 2024

Earlier detection can extend the quality of life with treatments designed to prevent progression. Valvular heart disease, a condition in which any of the heart’s four valves are damaged or diseased, afflicts 2.5 percent of all Americans and 13 percent of Americans over age 80.

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AMS Cardiology

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

When this occurs, the blood flow to these extremities can be significantly reduced, leading to symptoms such as leg pain, cramping and fatigue, affecting the quality of life for those suffering from this condition. Early detection is key to effective treatment and management.

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DAIC

APRIL 9, 2024

Maron, MD “Our findings provide enthusiasm that a novel drug therapy with ninerafaxstat may provide nonobstructive HCM patients an opportunity to achieve a better quality of life by decreasing symptom burden and improving exercise capacity,” said Martin S.

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Cardiomyopathy Quality of Life Chest Pain Preserved Ejection Fraction 52

AMS Cardiology

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Regular heart check-ups offer several benefits including: Early detection of heart disease : Many heart conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol and coronary artery disease can be detected early through regular screenings. At AMS Cardiology, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality care for our patients.

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Heart Disease Blood Pressure Cholesterol Exercise 52

Dr. Sanjay Gupta

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

improve quality of life. Beta blockers can be used to control blood pressure. If on the other hand they are being given purely for symptomatic relief then sometimes the only way to know how much they are benefitting you is by discontinuing them and seeing whether general quality of life deteriorates or improves.

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Blood Pressure Angina Heart Rhythm Quality of Life 52

Dr. Prateek Bhatnagar

AUGUST 21, 2023

Being an active individual even at 90 years, he & his family decided to go for a coronary bypass surgery for a better quality of life. By maintaining good systemic blood pressure during the entire surgery, damage to kidneys was also prevented. He was in atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat) too.

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CardiacWire

AUGUST 14, 2024

Perhaps more importantly , the HU6 group achieved a range of obesity and HF-related secondary endpoints, including exercise capacity, quality of life, body composition, cardiac function/structure, and cardiometabolic dysfunction markers (e.g. blood pressure, pulse, glucose control, inflammation, lipid levels, and liver enzymes).

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Obesity Diet Quality of Life Blood Pressure 52

MIBHS

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

His techniques and protocols allow for excellent results and greatly improved quality of life. Hypertension Hypertension, or high blood pressure , is often referred to as the “silent killer” because it typically shows no symptoms until it leads to more severe health issues.

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Previous trials have showed its safety and efficacy, but its impact to vascular cognitive impairment and quality of life is undermined. Remote ischemic conditioning in acute ischemic stroke reduced stroke severity during admission, and increased the likelihood of better quality of life at 90 days. vs control group 78.7,

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

JANUARY 30, 2024

Had blood pressures a little on the high side. Risk factors such as high blood pressure, smoking, and inactivity are important because the longer you are exposed to them, the higher the odds you will develop coronary artery disease sooner in life. Smoked - usually not every day but often on weekends. Which is good.

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MIBHS

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

Postmenopausal women are at a higher risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and other heart-related issues. The physical effects of stress, such as increased heart rate and blood pressure, can strain the heart, while the emotional toll can lead to unhealthy behaviors like poor diet, lack of exercise, and smoking.

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Blood Pressure Heart Disease Chest Pain Coronary Artery Bypass Graft 52

Cardiology Update

JULY 14, 2024

Several lifelong cumulative cardiovascular risk factors, such as cumulative systolic blood pressure, were independently linked to narrower arterioles. Moreover, a reduced lifelong cumulative intake of saturated fats was associated with less tortuous venules.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The study found that in adulthood, a higher perceived stress scale (PSS) was associated with increased overall cardiometabolic risk, carotid artery intima-media thickness, systolic blood pressure, and diastolic blood pressure.

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MIBHS

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

While it’s well-known that mental health issues like anxiety and depression can profoundly impact one’s quality of life, what’s often overlooked is their potential to affect physical health, particularly the heart. People with anxiety often experience elevated heart rates and increased blood pressure.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JANUARY 3, 2024

It increases the likelihood of developing chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Furthermore, carrying excess weight can also have detrimental effects on mental health as individuals may experience low self-esteem, body image issues, depression, and a reduced quality of life.

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MIBHS

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

It can keep them optimistic, boost their mood on difficult days, and help them lead the highest quality of life possible. You may also want to weigh them on a scale and check their blood pressure. If your partner, family member, or friend has a heart problem, your support is invaluable.

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Blood Pressure Exercise Quality of Life Diet 52

Circulation: Heart Failure

DECEMBER 6, 2024

BACKGROUND:In heart failure, sympathetic excess and exercise intolerance impair quality of life. Circulation: Heart Failure, Ahead of Print. In heart failure with reduced ejection fraction, exercise stimulates a reflex increase in muscle sympathetic nerve activity (MSNA) that relates inversely to peak oxygen uptake (VO2peak).

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Effects of resistance training on traditional CVD risk factors Blood pressure Resistance exercise training has been shown to improve resting blood pressure in cohorts of healthy adults and adults with varying levels of high blood pressure.

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Physiologically Speaking

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Effects of resistance training on traditional CVD risk factors Blood pressure Resistance exercise training has been shown to improve resting blood pressure in cohorts of healthy adults and adults with varying levels of high blood pressure.

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Physiology Exercise Blood Pressure Risk Factors 52

DAIC

APRIL 8, 2024

It is primarily assessed in terms of left ventricle ejection fraction, which is the proportion of blood pushed out of the heart’s left ventricle with each heartbeat. Beta blockers lower blood pressure by inhibiting certain hormones, such as adrenaline, that speed up the heart. Over a median follow-up period of 3.5

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DAIC

MARCH 25, 2025

Effect of finerenone on N-terminal pro-B-type natriuretic peptide in heart failure with mildly reduced or preserved ejection fraction: The FINEARTS-HF trial during the session "Finerenone: A Promising Addition to the Armamentarium or Merely an Academic Exercise?"

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Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Previously, we have shown that long-term white matter microstructure damage, iron deposition and atrophy within/remote to the 24-hour stroke lesion could influence long term quality of life. Functional independence (mRS 0-2) at 90 days (21 (88%) patients) and long term (20 (83%) patients) was comparable. respectively).

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GEMMS

MAY 22, 2024

Traditional tools like stethoscopes, blood pressure gauges, and electrocardiograms (ECG) are fundamental for standard diagnostic practices. Companies are creating mobile health apps with AI/ML dashboards to continuously monitor vital signs like blood pressure, blood sugar, heart rate, and ECG.

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Heart Disease Blood Pressure Technology Innovation 52

Journal of the American Heart Association

JANUARY 16, 2024

Key secondary and exploratory outcomes include improvement in a composite cardiovascular health metric, CR engagement, quality of life, health factors (including low‐density lipoprotein‐cholesterol, hemoglobin A1c, weight, diet, smoking cessation, blood pressure), and psychosocial factors.

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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft Technology Cardiac Rehabilitation Quality of Life 40

DAIC

APRIL 9, 2024

All pre-specified secondary endpoints were statistically significant in favor of the self-expanding valve, including the blood pressure across the valve and the size of the valve opening. This composite valve function endpoint occurred in 9.4% of patients who received the Evolut valve and 41.6% of those receiving the SAPIEN valve.

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DAIC

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Maintaining vascular health at every age supports overall health, quality of life, and longevity, yet more than seven in 10 doctors haven’t talked to their patients over the age of 50 about their risk for vascular disease, or their Strong Vessel Score [SVS Consumer Survey].

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Dr. Sanjay Gupta

DECEMBER 19, 2022

A stroke is often a devastating occurrence for several reasons: A stroke can be life threatening and stroke is widely recognised as a leading cause of death worldwide A stroke can be disabling and can destroy a person’s quality of life A stroke can recur and cause more damage/death the next time.

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