Cholesterol may not be the only lipid involved in trans fat-driven cardiovascular disease
Excess cholesterol is known to form artery-clogging plaques that can lead to stroke, arterial disease, heart attack, and more ...
Study: Deaths from cardiovascular disease surge among adults 25-64 in rural areas
Deaths from cardiovascular disease have surged among adults ages 25 to 64 living in rural areas, a new study shows.
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New discovery may lead to more effective treatment for cardiovascular disease
Researchers have identified a new target to treat atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque clogs arteries and causes major cardiac issues, including stroke and heart attack.
Genetic study links heart shape to cardiovascular disease
A new, multinational study has revealed that the shape of the human heart, influenced by genetic factors, could serve as a ...
Emerging links between intimate partner violence and women’s cardiovascular disease risk
Among the common but lesser-known consequences of intimate partner violence is a heightened risk for cardiovascular disease.
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Genetic links between osteoarthritis and cardiovascular disease reveal hidden common risks
Shared genetic factors may drive both osteoarthritis and cardiovascular disease, suggesting a common genetic basis that ...
Inflammation can exacerbate risks for cardiovascular disease—and is informing new approaches for treatment
Like a fire alarm sending signals to evacuate a smoky building, the immune system has internal guards to help the body sense ...
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A Proteomics-Based Approach for Prediction of Different Cardiovascular Diseases and Dementia
BACKGROUND: Many studies have explored whether individual plasma protein biomarkers improve cardiovascular disease risk prediction. We sought to investigate the use of a plasma proteomics-based ...
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Study links heart shape to genetic risk of cardiovascular diseases
A new multi-national study has revealed that the shape of the heart is influenced in part by genetics and may help predict the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
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Singer Amy Grant highlights the need for support to fight women's heart disease
Singer-songwriter and musician, Amy Grant understands first-hand that cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the No. 1 cause of ...