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Sauna use as a novel management approach for cardiovascular health and peripheral arterial disease

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

IntroductionHeat therapy (HT), particularly in the form of whole-body sauna bathing, has emerged as a promising intervention for the management of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) poses significant health challenges, impacting millions of individuals worldwide.

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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

DAIC

A new joint guideline from the American Heart Association (AHA), the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and nine other medical societies reports early diagnosis and treatment of peripheral artery disease is essential to improve outcomes and reduce amputation risk, heart attack, stroke and death for people with Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD).

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Major Depressive Disorder Impacts Peripheral Artery Disease Risk Through Intermediary Risk Factors

Journal of the American Heart Association

BackgroundMajor depressive disorder (MDD) has been identified as a causal risk factor for multiple forms of cardiovascular disease. Journal of the American Heart Association, Ahead of Print.

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How CTVS Treats Diabetes Complications

CTVS

There are however some serious complications commonly associated with diabetes, like cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and PAD (Peripheral Artery Disease). If managed well through proper diet and medication, those with diabetes can lead full and active lives.

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American Heart Month Puts Spotlight on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke Statistics

DAIC

February 1, 2024 — As cardiologists, heart disease patients and the organizations that serve them across the country embark on American Heart Month, DAIC has compiled a snapshot of significant cardiovascular disease (CVD) and stroke statistics, along with a review of the atherosclerosis drug market. per 1,000* - 122.4

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Risk factors for and risk of all-cause and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease mortality in people with type 2 diabetes and peripheral artery disease: an observational, register-based cohort study

Cardiovascular Diabetology

Type 2 diabetes (T2D) and peripheral artery disease (PAD) are recognized as independent risk factors contributing to excess mortality. Contemporary observational studies exploring the associations of risk fact.

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Chronic exposure to lead, cadmium and arsenic increases risk of cardiovascular disease

Science Daily - Stroke

Around the world, most people are regularly exposed to low or moderate levels of lead, cadmium and arsenic in the environment, increasing risk of coronary artery disease, stroke and peripheral artery disease, according to a new statement.