Medical Xpress - Cardiology

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Obesity is a widespread public health challenge in the Middle East, maintaining prevalence in 54.2% Overweight and obese women have a higher risk of hypertension and cardiovascular risk factors than women with a standard BMI, according to an analysis of the ANCORS-YW STUDY presented at ACC Middle East 2024.

Obesity 52

Obesity Hypertension Public Health BMI 52

Stroke Journal

JANUARY 30, 2025

Introduction:All-cause dementia remains a significant public health concern, with stroke recognized as a key risk factor. Few studies have applied Machine Learning (ML) models to accurately predict cognitive impairment and dementia, yet none have specifically focused on post-stroke dementia risk prediction.

Dementia 40

Dementia Stroke Strokes Blood Pressure 40

Cardiology Update

JANUARY 24, 2024

These data offer an updated analysis of health estimates pertaining to the worldwide, regional, and national impact of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and associated risk factors. Implications: a renewed focus on prevention, treatment, and control strategies is imperative to address the escalating burden of cardiometabolic risks.

Cardiovascular Disease 119

Cardiovascular Disease Research Blood Pressure Public Health 119

DAIC

MARCH 5, 2024

We've known for a long time that smoking tobacco is linked to heart disease, and this study is evidence that smoking cannabis appears to also be a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, which is the leading cause of death in the United States,” Jeffers said. Cannabis use could be an important, underappreciated source of heart disease.”

Heart Attack 98

Heart Attack Heart attacks Stroke Strokes 98

Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Conclusion:The global burden of stroke attributable to high BMI in OECD countries highlights the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to address the intertwined challenges of obesity and stroke. Result:The total number of deaths saw a decline from 148,031 (95%UI 85,206-219,328) in 1990 to 143,105 (95%UI: 85,383-209,533) in 2019.

BMI 40

BMI Stroke Strokes Obesity 40

DAIC

MARCH 8, 2024

The estimated relative risk reduction of MACE was 20% vs placebo (HR 0.80 [95% CI: 0.72, 0.90] p 1,2 The reduction of MACE with Wegovy was not impacted by age, sex, race, ethnicity, baseline BMI, or level of renal function impairment. This patient population has a higher risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack and stroke.

Obesity 111

Obesity Heart Disease Heart Attack Heart attacks 111