As the new year begins, several developments in heart health research are making the news.
High-Quality Carbohydrates in Midlife Linked to Healthier Aging in Women
For every 10% increase in energy from high-quality carbohydrates, the odds of healthy aging rose by 31%, according to an analysis of data from the Nurse's Health Study.
Navigating Cardiovascular Complications of Obesity: Expert Insights for Primary Care
Listen to our latest podcast episode for details on top CVD risk factors to screen patients with obesity for, medications to help prevent CVD, and more.
Semaglutide Linked to Reduced Risk for MACE Months Before Weight Loss Begins: Post Hoc Analysis
Semaglutide was associated with a significant reduction in risk for major adverse cardiovascular events after just 3 months of treatment in a population with established CVD.
Primary Viewpoints Episode 4: Lp(a): The Next CVD Target?
Patrick Moriarty, MD, from the University of Kansas Medical Center, discusses the role of Lp(a) as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease and the phase 3 trials of a potential treatment.
Clinically Validated Blood Test Identifies Preeclampsia Risk Early in Pregnancy, New Study Shows
A simple RNA-based blood test can identify the risk of hypertensive disorders in pregnancy months before symptoms appear, researchers reported.
Adolescent Hyperglycemia, Insulin Resistance Drive Early Cardiac Structural Changes, Novel Cohort Study Finds
Persistent hyperglycemia between ages 17 and 24 tripled the risk of left ventricular hypertrophy and did so 5 times faster among young women, a new study found.