Search Tag: CVD
2025 09 Oct
Despite major advances over recent decades, cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death in the United States and around the world. Recent data suggest that earlier declines in CVD incidence and mortality have slowed, and, in some cases, reversed, raising new concerns about population heart health, particularly among young adult1Read more
2025 26 Sep
Cardiovascular diseases (CVD) continue to be the leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for one in three deaths, driven by population growth, ageing, and increased exposure to risk factors such as obesity and diabetes. These findings come from the latest Global Burden of Disease (GBD) Study special report, published in JACC. Laun1Read more
2025 27 Aug
A new study shows that racialised and Indigenous communities across Europe, North America, and Central America experience disproportionately higher rates of cardiovascular disease (CVD), a problem made worse by major gaps in health-care data. CVD is the world’s leading cause of death, but it does not strike populations equally. In many cou1Read more
2025 16 Jul
One in three U.S. adults has three or more risk factors for a condition that’s gaining recognition: cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome. First defined in a 2023 American Heart Association (AHA) presidential advisory, CKM ties together heart, kidney, and metabolic health as interlinked drivers of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Yet, long b1Read more
2025 16 Jul
Being consistently physically active in adulthood is linked to a 30–40% lower risk of death from any cause later in life, while increasing activity levels from below recommended amounts is still tied to a 20–25% lower risk, according to a pooled analysis published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine . The findings suggest that adopt1Read more
2025 16 Jul
A new wearable wristband could transform diabetes management by continuously tracking not just glucose, but also chemical and cardiovascular signals that affect disease progression and overall health. The technology was recently reported in Nature Biomedical Engineering . The flexible wristband uses a microneedle array that painlessly sam1Read more
2025 26 Mar
A large-scale analysis has revealed that patients with blocked arteries should be treated immediately with a combination of a statin and ezetimibe, rather than statins alone, to lower levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). This approach could prevent thousands of deaths each year from heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascu1Read more
2025 12 Mar
A new study reveals a growing divide in cardiovascular health across the U.S., showing that wealth and education significantly influence heart disease risk. The study analysed two decades of data from nearly 50,000 adults who participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Participants were grouped by income and educa1Read more
2025 11 Feb
Adverse pregnancy outcomes (APOs) are increasingly recognised as significant female-specific risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD). Conditions such as pregnancy-induced hypertensive disorder, preterm birth, foetal growth restriction, placental abruption, and stillbirth have been linked to an elevated risk of both atherosclerotic and non-at1Read more
2025 06 Feb
A study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology highlights the persistent underuse of secondary prevention medications for cardiovascular disease (CVD) worldwide. Researchers emphasise the urgent need for additional strategies to improve medication uptake, enhance CVD management, and reduce premature mortality. Sec1Read more
2025 06 Feb
Mothers of twins are twice as likely to be hospitalised with heart disease within a year after childbirth compared to those who have singleton births, according to new research published in the European Heart Journal . The risk is even higher for mothers of twins who experienced high blood pressure conditions during pregnancy. The rate of1Read more
2025 28 Jan
A recent study conducted by Purdue University scientists highlights the potential benefits of incorporating lean red meat into a balanced diet. The findings suggest that maintaining a consistent dietary pattern featuring lean red meat can promote gut microbiota balance and support cardiovascular health. The study examined the effects of di1Read more
2025 08 Jan
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cancer remain leading causes of death. New research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center reveals that patients with late-stage or metastatic breast cancer are significantly more likely to have had pre-existing CVD compared to those diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer. Published i1Read more
2024 07 Oct
The primary goal of COVID-19 vaccination is to reduce the risk of infection, complications, and fatalities. However, the vaccine may also pose a small risk for certain cardiovascular events. The European Medicines Agency has identified myocarditis and pericarditis as very rare adverse effects (fewer than 1 in 10,000 cases) following mRNA vaccinati1Read more
2024 30 Sep
A study using clinical trial data has identified a higher risk of stroke, heart attack, and hospitalisations for heart failure among older cancer survivors. Published in Cancer, the analysis also linked chemotherapy to increased rates of these cardiovascular conditions. While advancements in cancer treatments have reduced mortality rates ove1Read more
2024 06 Aug
According to a new study, higher levels of urinary metals such as cadmium, tungsten, uranium, cobalt, copper, and zinc are associated with increased cardiovascular disease (CVD) and mortality. While previous research has documented the link between certain metals and CVD, this study expands the evidence to include a broader range of metals beyond 1Read more
2024 20 Jun
A new report titled "Excess Cardiovascular Mortality Among Black Americans 2000-2022: A Report Card" highlights the inequities in cardiovascular care, emphasising the years of life lost within the Black community due to higher cardiovascular disease death rates. The report is published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC1Read more
2024 12 Jun
In a new study, researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have identified coding variants in 17 genes that provide new insights into the molecular basis of coronary artery disease (CAD). The team used an advanced artificial intelligence tool to make these discoveries. Their findings are published in Nature Genetics. The1Read more
2024 07 Feb
Findings of the World Heart Report 2023 offer a comprehensive overview of cardiovascular health dimensions, trends and the current landscape. Drawing from epidemiological, policy, and economic data, the report is a valuable resource for national and international policymakers in identifying and addressing critical cardiovascular health priorit1Read more
2024 30 Jan
Over half of the U.S. population (51%) remains unaware that heart disease is the leading cause of death, as per a recent Harris Poll survey conducted by the American Heart Association. This lack of awareness persists despite heart disease maintaining its status as the number one killer for over a century. Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics report1Read more
2023 29 Sep
Much has changed since the introduction of the charter sixteen years ago; Europe needs a new plan of action that goes beyond health considerations — one fit for 2023 and beyond. Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally and costs the EU economy 282 billion euros per year. The European Heart Health Charter, launche1Read more
2023 26 Aug
New research presented at the ESC Congress 2023 reveals that cardiovascular disease (CVD) costs the European Union (EU) an estimated €282 billion in 2021. The analysis was a collaborative study by the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) and the University of Oxford, UK. This figure highlights the significant impact of CVD on the region. 1Read more
2023 19 Jul
Individuals facing difficulty finding time to exercise during a busy work week can still benefit from their physical activity by concentrating their moderate-to-vigorous exercise on one to two days of the week or the weekend. A recent study published in JAMA, conducted by investigators from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), explor1Read more
2023 27 Jun
A recent study conducted by researchers of the IDIBAPS Translational research in diabetes, lipids and obesity group and the University Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) shows that a higher level of carotenes in the bloodstream is associated with a reduced incidence of atherosclerosis in the arteries and a lower risk of cardiovascular diseases. The fin1Read more
2023 16 Mar
A new study published in the European Heart Journal provides the first evidence linking exceeding the World Health Organization's (WHO) ozone limit with a substantial increase in hospital admissions for heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. Ozone levels below the WHO maximum were also found to be associated with worsened health. This was 1Read more
2023 04 Mar
According to a team of researchers led by the University of Cambridge, managing at least half of the recommended level of physical activity could prevent one in ten early deaths. The study is published a study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine. It shows that just 11 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per day (75 minutes pe1Read more
2022 19 Jul
An analysis of more than 6000 adults with a history of cardiovascular disease (CVD) showed that CVD risk profiles in secondary prevention have failed to improve over the last two decades. The findings are published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology . Despite significant advancements in safe and effective therapies, the tren1Read more
2022 21 Jun
Cardiometabolic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, ischaemic heart disease, heart failure or atrial fibrillation and stroke, are some of the primary risk factors for dementia. A new study published in the journal Alzheimer's & Dementia shows that people with at least two of the diseases - type 2 diabetes, heart disease or stroke - have double 1Read more
2022 08 Feb
A new study shows clinical decision support system (CDSS) software use was associated with significantly improved reversible risk of cardiovascular disease among socioeconomically vulnerable, high-risk patients. The study of more than 18,000 patients at community health centers (CHCs) was published Feb. 4 in the Journal of the American Medical As1Read more
2022 31 Jan
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the number one cause of death and disability globally. Hypertension is a leading risk factor for CVD and causes over 10 million deaths worldwide each year. Over the last 30 years, deaths and disability from cardiovascular disease have been steadily rising across the globe. In 2019 alone, the condition, which 1Read more