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Heart Disease and Stroke Could Affect at Least 60% of Adults in U.S. by 2050, According to American Heart Association Advisories

DAIC

A projected rise in heart disease and stroke – along with several key risk factors, including high blood pressure and obesity – is likely to triple related costs to $1.8 trillion by 2050, according to two presidential advisories published in the AHA journal Circulation. The landscape of cardiovascular disease in the U.S.

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Novel PCSK9 Inhibitor Cut LDL Cholesterol Levels by More Than Half

DAIC

milla1cf Sun, 04/07/2024 - 18:09 April 7, 2024 — Among patients at high or very high risk for a heart attack or stroke, the addition of the investigational drug lerodalcibep to standard cholesterol-lowering medication for one year reduced LDL, or “bad” cholesterol, levels by more than half on average, compared with a placebo.

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The Importance of Cardiovascular Health: An Overview

GEMMS

Good cardiovascular health is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and reducing the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular conditions. Regular exercise, a balanced diet, and lifestyle choices such as not smoking and managing stress are all crucial for achieving and maintaining optimal cardiovascular health.

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The Impact of Poor Sleep on Cardiovascular Health

Wellnest

The heart drives the circulatory system, ensuring that all the body's organs and tissues receive the oxygen they require. This is done by circulating blood throughout the body. Unfortunately, heart disease ranks among the world's major causes of illness and demise. High blood pressure and heart disease are related to insomnia.

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The Role of Genetics in Heart Disease: Can You Prevent It?

MIBHS

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, often attributed to a mix of lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and genetic predispositions. This blog explores how genetics influence heart health and whether mitigating these inherited risks is possible. How Do Genetic Factors Work?

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How To Show Your Heart Some Love This February

AMS Cardiology

Anyone at any age can benefit from these simple tips: Maintain a healthy diet. Drinking plenty of water and eating a diet of lower-calorie, nutrient-rich foods can help you control your weight, cholesterol levels and blood pressure, which helps lower your risk of heart disease. Stay up-to-date on your numbers.

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Understanding Coronary Circulation: The Steps that Keep Your Heart Pumping

MIBHS

This is where coronary circulation comes into play. Coronary circulation refers to the movement of blood through the network of coronary arteries and veins that supply the heart muscle (myocardium) itself. Step-by-Step Breakdown of Coronary Circulation 1.