Aspirin Does Little or Nothing for Hard Arteries
Since decades, it is believed that aspirin reduces the risk of cardiovascular problems. However, new research from University of Florida shows... Read more
Cardiovascular Medications and Fall Risk
A new analysis indicates an association between use of certain cardiovascular medications and fall risk. Researchers found that older adults... Read more
How Reliable Are Home Blood Pressure Monitors
A Canadian study finds that 70 percent of readings from home blood pressure monitors are unacceptably inaccurate. UAlberta researchers tested... Read more
Marathon Running Not a Risk Factor for Atherosclerosis
Here's good news for runners. A new study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology finds that running multiple marathons does... Read more
Battery-Less Pacemaker
Researchers from Rice University and Texas Heart Institute have introduced a wireless, battery-less pacemaker that can be implanted directly... Read more
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How Does a Local Heart Foundation Benefit Research and Public Health?
HerzstiftungOlten is a local foundation connected to the Swiss Heart Foundation. I initiated the foundation of the Herzstiftung Olten 25 years ago. I realised, that a national organisation has difficulty to reach people on the ground. National heart foundations are usually supporting cardiovascular research and besides are active in making... Read more
Why I’m a Cardiofeminist
A gynaecardiologist means a cardiologist for women. I want better cardiovascular healthcare for females, but I also want a better position for female cardiologists. In the U.S. and many other countries the position of a female cardiologist is still very inferior compared to the male. I know that female cardiologists are more interested in the... Read more
How to Become a Cardiologist in 5 Steps
Like any other job, entering the field of cardiology requires academic experience and intensive training. Despite how simple it sounds, becoming a cardiologist is in fact, not an easy task. It may be tough to get your foot in the door and it is indeed, a long process but with hard work and dedication, you’ll get there in the end. If you aspire... Read more
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Five Reasons Why Value-Based Healthcare is Beneficial
Patient-centered care is becoming a major topic in healthcare. Many i... Read more
Power to the People: How the Economics of Information is Empowering Patients
During the 2000s, England’s National Health Service spent an extra $1.5... Read more
Radiology Workforce Outlook for 2017
The outlook for radiologists seeking jobs is better than in previous... Read more
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Healthcare Executive Alliance: Insights For Healthcare Leadership
Healthcare organizations do a phenomenal job. Today, an increasing number... Read more
Ultrasound Guides the Way in Stuttgart
CLEARLY SEE WHAT TO EXPECT DURING AN OPERATION Dr Konstantin Feise,... Read more
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