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Cardiovascular disorder genetic testing in children presents unique challe
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
Washington [US], August 21 (ANI): Cardiovascular genetic testing in children presents unique challenges, requiring pre-and post-test counselling with an individualized approach for families, ideally with the involvement of a specialized interdisciplinary team, according to a new study by the
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Research reveals obstructive sleep apnea common in kids, may impact heart
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
Washington [US], August 18 (ANI): According to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association, obstructive sleep apnea, a form of sleep-disordered breathing, is common in children and adolescents and may be associated with elevated blood pressure and changes in heart structur
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Researchers developed tool to reveal estimated risk of cardiovascular dise
Updated : 10 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Helsinki [Finland], July 5 (ANI): Current American Heart Association, European Society of Cardiology, and UK National Health Service guidelines recommend 5-yearly health checks for screening of individuals at high cardiovascular disease risk.
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Study: Close monitoring for heart risk needed if breast, prostate cancer t
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Dallas [US], April 26 (ANI): According to an American Heart Association scientific statement, the hormonal therapies used to treat many breast and prostate cancers raise the risk of a heart attack and stroke, and patients should be monitored regularly and receive treatment to reduce risk and
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Good dental health may help prevent heart infection from mouth bacteria: S
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], April 16 (ANI): Maintenance of good oral health is more important than the use of antibiotics in dental procedures for some heart patients to prevent a heart infection caused by bacteria around the teeth, according to a new American Heart Association (AHA) scientific stateme
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Research finds mobile health apps can be beneficial for adults with heart
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], April 4 (ANI): Mobile health technology can be beneficial in encouraging lifestyle behaviour changes and medication adherence among adults aged 60 and older with existing heart disease, according to a study published in the American Heart Association journal 'Circulation: Ca
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People with severe gum infection have increased blood pressure: Study
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], April 3 (ANI): According to a study published in Hypertension, an American Heart Association journal, people, with severe gum infection called periodontitis, may have more chances of higher blood pressure compared to individuals who had healthy gums.
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Exercise, healthy diet in midlife may prevent serious health conditions in
Updated : 1 year, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], March 31 (ANI): Following a routine of regular physical activity combined with a diet including fruits, vegetables and other healthy foods may be key to middle-aged adults achieving optimal cardiometabolic health later in life, according to new research using data from the F
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Researchers reveal plant-based diet lowers risk of dementia-related death
Updated : 1 year, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 27 (ANI): A clinical study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association discovered that postmenopausal ladies who ate undeniable degrees of plant protein had lower risks of sudden death, cardiovascular infection, and dementia-related demise compared wi
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Coffee consumption related with decreased heart failure risk
Updated : 1 year, 3 months ago IST
Washington [US], February 10 (ANI): Coffee lovers, rejoice! The new three large, well-known heart disease studies circulated by the American Heart Association suggest that drinking one or more cups of caffeinated coffee may reduce heart failure risk.
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Heart disease risk in women increases leading up to menopause; early inter
Updated : 1 year, 5 months ago IST
Dallas [US], November 30 (ANI): The years leading up to menopause, is a time of increasing heart disease risk for women. Monitoring women's health and lifestyle, while integrating early intervention strategies for good cardiovascular health, are important, especially during midlife and durin
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A change of heart -- new drug for HCM reduces heart mass
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Washington [US], November 17 (ANI): For the first time, medication has impacted heart muscle thickness and function for patients with the most common inherited heart condition, rather than simply addressing their symptoms.
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