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2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report of US and Global Data From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Circulation, Ahead of Print.

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How to Prevent Peripheral Artery Disease

AMS Cardiology

However, when these arteries become narrowed or blocked conditions like Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) can emerge, posing a threat to our overall health. Understanding Peripheral Artery Disease Peripheral artery disease or PAD is a condition in which plaque builds up in the arteries that lead to the legs and feet.

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PAD Awareness Month and Treating Arterial Ulcers

CTVS

It is estimated that more than 10 million Americans are living with PAD, or Peripheral Artery Disease. PAD is a serious condition affecting circulation and blood vessels, causing them to narrow from plaque buildup in the arteries and blocking blood flow to the extremities, typically the legs and feet.

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2024 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics: A Report of US and Global Data From the American Heart Association

Circulation

Circulation, Ahead of Print.

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Introduction

The British Journal of Cardiology

Raised lipoprotein(a) (Lp[a]) cholesterol is highly prevalent affecting 1 in 5 individuals and is also frequently associated with the inherited condition familial hypercholesterolaemia (FH).

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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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American Heart Month Puts Spotlight on Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke Statistics

DAIC

Each year, the American Heart Association (AHA) gathers a Statistical Update, described as a major source for monitoring cardiovascular health, risk factors and disease in the United States and global population, and published annually in the AHA flagship journal Circulation.