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Rheumatic Heart Disease

Global Cardiac Surgery

On May, 25th 2018 (coinciding with Global Surgery Day), the World Health Organization (WHO) and its Member States unanimously accepted the Global Resolution on Rheumatic Fever and Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) at the World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland. In these, case-fatality rates are as high as 5%.

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Multidimensional Sleep Health: Definitions and Implications for Cardiometabolic Health: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association

Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality & Outcomes

Therefore, sleep duration has been recognized by the American Heart Association as one of Lifes Essential 8.

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AHA Paper Addresses Disparities in Cardiovascular Health of Asian Americans

DAIC

Previous studies have found that Asian Americans are less willing to participate in health research compared to other racial/ethnic groups. tim.hodson Tue, 09/17/2024 - 12:34 Sept. Asian Americans remain persistently underrepresented as participants in medical research.

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Adverse Social Determinants of Health Linked to Treatment-resistant Hypertension in Black Americans

DAIC

Apparent treatment-resistant hypertension is defined as the need to take three or more types of anti-high blood pressure medication daily and is associated with an increased risk for stroke , coronary heart disease , heart failure , and all-cause mortality. Over a period of 9.5 of white adults.

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National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Fatima Rodriguez

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Cardiometabolic Health Congress faculty member, Fátima Rodriguez, MD, MPH, has committed much of her clinical and research efforts to reducing health disparities in Hispanic-American communities. She also co-chairs the National Minority Health Alliance and is an active volunteer with the American Heart Association.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress Becomes First Organization to Offer Certification in Cardiometabolic Health

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

The course and certification are appropriate for providers at any stage of clinical experience including physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, pharmacists, diabetologists and dietitians looking to take a deeper dive into cardiometabolic health.

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Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) Announces Keynote Speaker for its 18th Annual Conference

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

Social determinants of health include access to safe housing, transportation, quality education, job opportunities, nutritious food, green space, and clean air and water. These conditions affect a patient’s risk of health conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity.