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Efficacy of acupuncture for hypertension in the elderly: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Background Hypertension has now developed into a major public health problem worldwide. Acupuncture, a core technique in the non-pharmacological treatment of Chinese medicine, plays an important role in the treatment of elevated blood pressure.

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

ADN Center of Excellence

The Growing Global Burden of AFib The global incidence of AFib is on the rise, making it a significant public health concern. From advances in pharmacological treatments to innovative procedures like catheter ablation, the landscape of AFib treatment is continually evolving.

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New Guidelines on Peripheral Artery Disease Issued by American Heart Association, American College of Cardiology and Leading Medical Societies

DAIC

Health care professionals should also encourage patients to quit smoking or using other forms of tobacco to reduce the risk of developing PAD, to slow the progression of established PAD and to reduce the risk of limb-related conditions or death. and are an important public health issue to be addressed,” said Gornik.

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American Stroke Association to Honor 11 Leading Scientists at International Stroke Conference ISC 2024

DAIC

Kenton III Lecture Award, is the director and founding dean of the University of California, Irvine’s Program in Public Health and future School of Population and Public Health. the winner of the Edgar J. Raed Joundi, M.D., is the Vascular Cognitive Impairment Award recipient.

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