Medical Xpress - Cardiology

APRIL 3, 2024

Having more unfavorable social determinants of health, such as being unemployed, uninsured or not having education beyond high school, was associated with an increased likelihood of having risk factors for cardiovascular disease among Asian American adults, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association. (..)

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Journal of the American Heart Association

JANUARY 31, 2024

BackgroundAn association between variability of cardiovascular risk factors and cardiovascular events has been reported. Cardiovascular risk factors were measured at 1‐year intervals for 4 years in 4249 adults with overweight or obesity and type 2 diabetes who were randomly assigned to ILI or diabetes support and education.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

These populations usually lack primary stroke prevention knowledge tailored to their individual risk factors.Methods/Approach:Cornwell Health conducted 5 didactic sessions with these goals in focus. Confidence in counseling patients on risk-factor modification increased from 18.8% questions on the pre-survey to 6.5 ± 1.0

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All About Cardiovascular System and Disorders

MAY 12, 2024

Heart Health: Understanding and Diagnosing Disease by Leveraging Echocardiograms was aimed to raise awareness and estimate the prevalence of cardiovascular disease and associated risk factors among members of the United States, National Football League Alumni Association and their family members through education and screening events.

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HCPLive

APRIL 15, 2024

Laura Ross, PA-C, sits down for a Q&A on the HeartBeet Clinic and the role of reimbursable group visits in cardiovascular disease management and education.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JULY 12, 2023

Cardiometabolic health education leader CMHC announced that its digital education has been streamlined into 12 hubs organized by therapeutic or clinical topics for focused learning The digital education from worldwide cardiometabolic event leader CMHC has undergone a reorganization.

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DAIC

APRIL 6, 2024

Additionally, the study found that the risk factor profiles of patients presenting with STEMI is largely unchanged over time and the use of preventive medications has remained low. said Michael Miedema, MD, MPH , director of the Nolan Family Center for Cardiovascular Health at MHIF and senior author of the research.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Family types could impact health outcomes as a mechanism of social support, urging examination of their impact on stroke-related risk factors. SERVE OC emerges as a vital platform to dissect these intricacies and formulated targeted interventions, alleviating stroke risk within the Hispanic community in the US.

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Open Heart

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Further, they were more likely to be of African descent (Creole) and have lower educational level. to 1.83)), low educational level (1.49 (1.28 Individuals with non-treated or uncontrolled hypertension had a higher risk for LVH (3.09 (95% CI 2.57 In a multivariable model, Creole (OR (95% CI)) (1.56 (1.33

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JULY 25, 2024

His unwavering dedication and contributions to CMHC as a renowned expert, educator, and mentor in the cardiorenal metabolic space have left an indelible mark on our community. As these diseases and risk factors exist in a continuum, they cannot be treated in silos, which is, unfortunately, what tends to happen in clinical practice.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

AUGUST 23, 2024

Updated with the latest research since the 2020 edition, this comprehensive report underscores the potential to prevent or significantly delay dementia by targeting modifiable risk factors. The report now identifies 14 modifiable risk factors for dementia. Presented by Pamela B. Morris, MD. Presented by Michael D.

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Heart Sisters

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

I ran out of time to tell those med students about how pregnancy complications are strongly linked to later heart disease!

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Open Heart

MARCH 1, 2024

Introduction Hypertension is the leading modifiable risk factor for cardiovascular disease and is implicated in half of all strokes and myocardial infarctions. One-third of the adults in Scotland have hypertension yet only a quarter of them have their blood pressure (BP) controlled to target (<140/90 mm Hg).

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ADN Center of Excellence

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Here are a few key considerations: Early Detection and Diagnosis: Early diagnosis of AFib is critical in reducing the risk of stroke and other complications. Regular screening, especially in high-risk populations, can lead to earlier intervention and better outcomes. www.adncoe.com

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

JUNE 24, 2024

As a leader in the field of research-based cardiometabolic health education, CMHC is proud to present its CME education outcomes study at ADA (American Diabetes Association) 2024 Scientific Sessions, which offers its education-focused agenda to a wide number of healthcare practitioners from all areas of the U.S.

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AMS Cardiology

JULY 11, 2024

It typically includes supervised exercise training, heart-healthy living education, stress reduction counseling and nutrition guidance. This can result in reduced risk of future heart problems, improved ability to perform daily activities and enhanced exercise capacity.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress

AUGUST 8, 2024

Implementation strategy: Utilize decision aids and patient education materials to facilitate informed discussions about treatment options, risks, and benefits. Open Communication Encouraging open, honest, and regular communication between patients and healthcare providers is essential.

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Hypertension Journal

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

While often attributed to midlife vascular risk factors such as hypertension, factors from earlier in life may contribute to later small vessel disease risk. We discuss current knowledge, gaps in knowledge, targets for future research, clinical practice, and policy change.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

It is unclear whether these markers provide additional value in evaluating the risk of dementia beyond assessments based solely on clinical risk factors. The first model adjusted for education, cohort, and clinical risk factors while the second adjusted for education, cohort, and FSRP.Results:Mean age was 70.9

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GEMMS

JUNE 25, 2024

Understanding Cardiovascular Disease in Women Understanding cardiovascular disease in women involves recognizing unique risk factors such as hormonal changes and pregnancy-related complications, necessitating proactive care and awareness to manage and prevent heart disease effectively.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background:The CSC Advanced Disease-Specific Certification program requires hospitals to provide stroke education to patients and family members. A QR code was placed in the patient’s stroke education folder and displayed prominently in visible areas. Stroke education was provided during both day and night shifts.

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MIBHS

JULY 15, 2024

This medically supervised program is designed to help you recover and improve your cardiovascular health through exercise, education, and lifestyle modifications. Education and Support In addition to exercise, cardiac rehab provides valuable education on heart-healthy living.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background and Purpose:As a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center, the provision of community education is a priority goal of our program. The majority of our existing community education program takes place in locations where we receive requests to provide these sessions. We will partner with our Community Outreach department.

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Dr. Paddy Barrett

AUGUST 9, 2024

Recent data suggests that 14 modifiable factors account for 45% of the future risk of dementia. This means that controlling these risk factors in our favour should significantly reduce the future risk of dementia. Not all of these factors are created equal, and when you address these risk factors is also relevant.

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Open Heart

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Background The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the continuing management of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors in the population. Whether the COVID-19 pandemic increased, the SES gap in CVD risk factors is unknown. Aims To compare the management of CVD risk factors and the SES gap before and during the pandemic.

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ADN Center of Excellence

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

On World Heart Day, cardiologists can make a significant impact by: Spreading Awareness: They can educate the public about the risk factors and warning signs of heart diseases. Encouraging individuals to schedule regular check-ups can help identify risk factors early and prevent the development of heart diseases.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background:Medical comorbidities and stroke risk factors only explain a proportion of stroke incidence and outcomes in different populations. Estimates of SDOH including education status, income, employment status, poverty and foreign-born residents at patients’ residence county were the main predictors. 0.96],p=0.001).Patients

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Patients with in-hospital stroke have increased vascular risk factors, delayed time to recognition, and increased mortality compared to patients with community-onset stroke. Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATP58-ATP58, February 1, 2024. Background:1 in 5 strokes occur in the hospital. Before the session, 81.8%

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Novel ways to engage IS/TIA patients and deliver personalized education may enhance knowledge, satisfaction, and adherence while potentially reducing recurrent stroke.Purpose:Develop and implement a stroke-specific 90-day digital health PE platform for IS/TIA patients discharged (DC) home from a Comprehensive Stroke Center (CSC).

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background:Medical comorbidities and stroke risk factors explain only a proportion of stroke incidence and outcomes in different populations. County-level SDOH included income, education, owner-occupied home, unemployment, foreign-born, and insurance coverage and were the main predictors.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

A 34-question survey (n=54 respondents) collected data on rural community knowledge of stroke risk factors, symptoms, and prevention. For solutions, themes emerged as health education, lifestyle, access, and advocacy. Dialogue on barriers revealed themes of lifestyle, access, and advocacy.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

The results of this survey guided message development to create a tailored public awareness campaign.Results:Analysis of the 398 surveys collected showed a representative sampling of respondents by age, gender, education, and geographic area. Surveys were collected from eight tribal nations.

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Circulation

JANUARY 24, 2024

The AHA strives to further understand and help heal health problems inflicted by structural racism, a public health crisis that can significantly damage physical and mental health and perpetuate disparities in access to health care, education, income, housing, and several other factors vital to healthy lives.

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Journal of the American Heart Association

JANUARY 12, 2024

Other factors associated with FRS were secondary and higher education (ß value: −0.075,P&lt;0.001; ß value: −0.084,P&lt;0.001) and alcohol consumption (ß value: 0.011,P&lt;0.001).ConclusionsCVD Population‐based prevention of CVD risk factors in sub‐Saharan Africa is warranted, regardless of HIV status.

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DAIC

JUNE 6, 2024

Often referred to as the “silent killer,” high blood pressure is a leading risk factor for heart disease and early death. Once hypertension is confirmed, educating young athletes and their families about the diagnosis becomes paramount.

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Dr. S. Venkatesan MD

AUGUST 5, 2024

Lifestyle Strategies for Risk Factor Reduction, Prevention, and Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease. Adverse life styles , which is disseminated into the community and vigorously propagate CVD ,has every reason to be called as a pandemic Reference 1.Rippe Am J Lifestyle Med. 2018 Dec 2;13(2):204-212. doi: 10.1177/1559827618812395.

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Stroke Journal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Background:Medical comorbidities and stroke risk factors explain only a proportion of stroke incidence and outcomes in different populations. Stroke, Volume 55, Issue Suppl_1 , Page ATMP21-ATMP21, February 1, 2024.

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