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

Circulation

METHODS:The AHA, through its Epidemiology and Prevention Statistics Committee, continuously monitors and evaluates sources of data on heart disease and stroke in the United States and globally to provide the most current information available in the annual Statistical Update with review of published literature through the year before writing.

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New Study Reveals 65 and Older Population Lowered Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, and Weight Using Mobile Technology

DAIC

The monitor and app recorded blood pressure, heart rate, and the appearance of irregular heartbeat. The app also recorded other significant heart health risk factors, such as cholesterol, weight, and physical activity via integration with external sources including electronic medical records and fitness trackers.

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One Of The Biggest Impact Things You Can Do To Live Longer.

Dr. Paddy Barrett

” This is one of the most common questions I get as a cardiologist when talking about preventing heart disease and living longer. And there are so many things a person can do to prevent heart disease and live longer. Death from heart disease: 51% reduction in risk. Heart Failure: 69% reduction in risk.

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Does Stress Cause Heart Disease?

Dr. Paddy Barrett

Does stress cause heart disease? But What About Stress & Heart Disease? When stress is included in the risk factor profile for a future heart attack, it comes in third on the list after abnormal cholesterol and smoking 1. Stress causes heart disease. +PS to the adversity you face in life.

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Protecting Your Heart Health During the Holiday Season

AMS Cardiology

While the holidays themselves can’t cause a heart attack , certain things people do during the hectic, festive season may stress their heart health more than they realize. So, how can you lower your risk for heart attacks, heart disease and other complications?

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

Circulation

METHODS:The AHA, through its Epidemiology and Prevention Statistics Committee, continuously monitors and evaluates sources of data on heart disease and stroke in the United States and globally to provide the most current information available in the annual Statistical Update with review of published literature through the year before writing.

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DAIC's Top 10 for April

DAIC

New Study Reveals 65 and Older Population Lowered Blood Pressure, Cholesterol and Weight Using Mobile Technology 2. Incentives Prompt Increased Daily Walking in Patients at Risk for Heart Disease 6. 24: SGLT-2 Inhibitors Show Mixed Results After Heart Attack 10. Novel CT Exam Reduces Need for Invasive Artery Treatment 7.