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news-medical.netCDC highlights heart disease as leading cause of death for U.S. women
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that heart disease remains the top cause of death among women in the United States and lists several steps individuals can take to reduce their risk.
The IndependentBlood Test Developed to Detect Heart and Kidney Disease Earlier
Researchers at the University of Bristol have identified a method to detect damage to microscopic blood vessels by examining a coating transferred to red blood cells. The approach could allow doctors to identify early signs of heart and kidney disease through a routine blood test…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewMouse Study Finds Heart's Mechanical Stress May Inhibit Cancer Metastasis
Researchers in Italy published a study in Science suggesting that the heart's constant beating creates a hostile environment for cancer cells. The work, conducted in mice, identified genetic mechanisms and a protein that senses mechanical forces. Experts called the findings hypot…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewPersonal Accounts Highlight Risks in Donor Organ Transportation Methods for Heart Transplants
A mother and her son both underwent heart transplants in the United States, with the son's organ transported using advanced technology while the mother's used a standard ice cooler. Organ preservation technologies have advanced since 2018, yet many donor organs continue to be shi…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewResearch Highlights Connections Between Heart and Brain in Cognitive Decline, Mental Health, and Heart Disease
Studies show links between heart function and brain health that influence cognitive decline, mental health conditions, and heart disease. These connections suggest potential changes in diagnostic and treatment approaches. The findings come from recent research reported by New Sci…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewEssay in The Lancet Advocates AI Support for Mammograms in Cancer and Heart Disease Detection
Eric Topol published an essay in The Lancet reviewing evidence for using three different AI systems to support every mammogram. The systems aim to enhance breast cancer detection, prevention, and assessment of heart disease risk. Topol notes the absence of widespread implementati…