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Cover Story | New Frontiers in Heart Failure Care: Innovations Reshaping Treatment

American College of Cardiology

The idea that obesity increases the risk of heart failure seems like an obvious conclusion. After all, as the Framingham Heart Study clearly showed, obesity and overweight are significantly associated with a higher risk of hypertension, angina and coronary heart disease.

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The Cardiometabolic Event of the Year: What to Expect at the 19th Annual Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC) 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

This fall, we come together for the largest and most innovative cardiometabolic event in honor of the legacy of Dr. George L. Innovations in Cardiorenal Metabolic Medicine The event will focus on the whole spectrum of cardiorenal metabolic disease, including obesity, diabetes, lipids, hypertension, and cardiorenal disease.

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Gender Gaps in Cardiovascular Disease Diagnosis and Treatment Persist

DAIC

In fact, only 1% of health care research and innovation was invested in female-specific conditions outside of oncology, according to the most recent data available. [1] A lack of scientific knowledge, limited gender-specific medical training, and little investment in specific research and venture funding further exacerbate this disparity.

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National AFib Awareness Month: A Call to Action for Physicians Worldwide

ADN Center of Excellence

Factors such as aging populations, rising rates of obesity, hypertension, and other cardiovascular conditions contribute to this increase. From advances in pharmacological treatments to innovative procedures like catheter ablation, the landscape of AFib treatment is continually evolving.

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Primary Prevention Takes Center Stage at the 19th Annual Cardiometabolic Health Congress (CMHC)

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

The Hilton Boston Park Plaza became a hub of innovation, education, and collaboration, uniting nearly 500 clinicians under a shared mission: to redefine cardiometabolic care. The 19th Annual CMHC was more than just CME/CE medical education—it ignited global collaboration and inspired groundbreaking innovations.

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National AFib Awareness Month: A Call to Action for Physicians Worldwide

ADN Center of Excellence

Factors such as aging populations, rising rates of obesity, hypertension, and other cardiovascular conditions contribute to this increase. From advances in pharmacological treatments to innovative procedures like catheter ablation, the landscape of AFib treatment is continually evolving.

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Cardiovascular Updates from AHA Congress 2024 

Cardiometabolic Health Congress

As the AHA celebrates its 100th year, the conference reflected on a century of innovation while exploring the future of cardiovascular disease prevention and management. SUMMIT Trial : Weekly subcutaneous tirzepatide showed significant reductions in CV death and HF-related events among patients with HFpEF and obesity. View the study.

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