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Study Finds Air Pollution Can Increase Cardiovascular Risk for Cancer Patients

DAIC

Getty Images milla1cf Wed, 06/19/2024 - 20:54 June 19, 2024 — Modern therapies have extended the lives of many cancer patients; however, survivors often live with chronic health conditions, including cardiovascular disease. The paper also highlights how air pollution contributes to health disparities worldwide.

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American Heart Association New Policy Statement: Addressing Structural Racism Central to Reducing U.S. Cardiovascular Disease Disparities

DAIC

Highlights from "Addressing Structural Racism Through Public Policy Advocacy: A Policy Statement from the American Heart Association" include: - During the past few years, the largest increases in cardiovascular disease deaths were among Asian, Black and Hispanic adults in the U.S. is tied to structural discrimination. -

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Air Pollution Shared Risk Factor For CVD, Cancer; More in SDoH Focus Issue of JACC: CardioOncology

American College of Cardiology

Air pollution can greatly increase the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality in patients with cancer and can contribute to health disparities related to both conditions,

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Abstract 4126895: Bridging the Gap in San Joaquin Valley LGBTQ+ Cardiovascular Disease and Mental Health Disparities

Circulation

Homophobia affects the mental health of the growing San Joaquin Valley (SJV) LGBTQ+ community leading to psychological distress and mental health concerns which can further lead to High Blood Pressure (HBP) and cardiovascular disease (CVD).

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Role of Technology in Promoting Heart Healthy Behavior Change to Increase Equity in Optimal Cardiovascular Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Populations most affected by cardiovascular health disparities, including underrepresented populations with lower socioeconomic status, people with disabilities, and those living in underserved rural communities, are disproportionately exposed to adverse social determinants of health. Circulation, Ahead of Print.

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3 Powerful Strategies: Combatting Cardiometabolic Risk Factors for Black Americans 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

This troubling trend has cemented the 100-year reign of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) as the #1 killer in America. Furthermore, research on intergenerational trauma shows how stressors can pass on to the next generation, setting the stage for generations of health inequality. #1 and the interplay of these various factors.

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Novel cardiovascular therapeutics and the risk of financial toxicity

Nature Reviews - Cardiology

Nature Reviews Cardiology, Published online: 14 March 2024; doi:10.1038/s41569-024-01010-4 Novel cardiovascular therapeutics have the potential to improve health outcomes, but financial toxicity from high out-of-pocket costs can limit the reach of these medications and worsen existing health disparities.