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#heart-disease

Environment

US study links everyday plastics to heart disease DW 04/29/2025

Household plastic chemicals linked to increased heart disease mortality, notably in Middle East and South Asia.

Public health

19 hours ago

What We Know About Phthalates in Plastic and Heart Disease

Common chemicals in plastics may be linked to 350,000 heart disease deaths worldwide.

Phthalates are prevalent in everyday products and could significantly impact heart health.

fromwww.dw.com

Environment

US study links everyday plastics to heart disease DW 04/29/2025

Household plastic chemicals linked to increased heart disease mortality, notably in Middle East and South Asia.

Gene Hackman and wife died of natural causes, officials say DW 03/07/2025

Gene Hackman died of heart disease at 95, following the death of his wife from an infection a week earlier.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

An autopsy confirms Gene Hackman died from heart disease

Gene Hackman died from heart disease complicated by Alzheimer's and likely prolonged fasting.

fromIrish Independent

Health

Gene Hackman's main cause of death confirmed as heart disease

Gene Hackman's death was primarily due to heart disease, exacerbated by Alzheimer's and prolonged fasting.

US news

Gene Hackman Lost His Wife and Caregiver, and Spent 7 Days Alone

Gene Hackman's later life was shaped by Alzheimer's, with significant care provided by his wife Betsy before both succumbed to health issues.

fromwww.dw.com

Gene Hackman and wife died of natural causes, officials say DW 03/07/2025

Gene Hackman died of heart disease at 95, following the death of his wife from an infection a week earlier.

US news

fromwww.npr.org

An autopsy confirms Gene Hackman died from heart disease

Gene Hackman died from heart disease complicated by Alzheimer's and likely prolonged fasting.

fromIrish Independent

Health

Gene Hackman's main cause of death confirmed as heart disease

Gene Hackman's death was primarily due to heart disease, exacerbated by Alzheimer's and prolonged fasting.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

US news

Gene Hackman Lost His Wife and Caregiver, and Spent 7 Days Alone

Gene Hackman's later life was shaped by Alzheimer's, with significant care provided by his wife Betsy before both succumbed to health issues.

more#gene-hackman

#public-health

Coronavirus

If HPV Infection Increases Heart Disease Risk, Can Vaccination Lower It?

HPV infection significantly increases heart disease risk, reinforcing the importance of HPV vaccination.

Heart Disease: 8 Factors That Raise Your Risk

Heart disease remains America's top killer, requiring a broader understanding of risk factors beyond traditional measures.

Public health

The polypill is back: Should everyone over 50 be given a pill to prevent cardiovascular disease?

A polypill combining medications could prevent heart disease deaths in those over 50 effectively.

Complex risk prediction tools may overlook potential victims of heart disease.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Health

Sugary drinks linked to millions of new diabetes and heart disease cases study

Sugary drinks contribute to over 2 million diabetes cases and 1 million heart disease cases globally each year, with significant impact in low-income regions.

fromwww.scientificamerican.com

Health

Everyday foods need cigarette-style warnings to prevent disease, campaigners say

Mandatory front-of-pack labelling on food is essential to combat heart disease in the UK.

Coronavirus

If HPV Infection Increases Heart Disease Risk, Can Vaccination Lower It?

HPV infection significantly increases heart disease risk, reinforcing the importance of HPV vaccination.

Heart Disease: 8 Factors That Raise Your Risk

Heart disease remains America's top killer, requiring a broader understanding of risk factors beyond traditional measures.

Public health

The polypill is back: Should everyone over 50 be given a pill to prevent cardiovascular disease?

A polypill combining medications could prevent heart disease deaths in those over 50 effectively.

Complex risk prediction tools may overlook potential victims of heart disease.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Health

Sugary drinks linked to millions of new diabetes and heart disease cases study

Sugary drinks contribute to over 2 million diabetes cases and 1 million heart disease cases globally each year, with significant impact in low-income regions.

Health

Everyday foods need cigarette-style warnings to prevent disease, campaigners say

Mandatory front-of-pack labelling on food is essential to combat heart disease in the UK.

Banksy balloon heart mural back on view in New York ahead of charity auction

A Banksy mural symbolizing heart disease awareness will be auctioned, supporting the American Heart Association.

#cardiovascular-health

How to Have a Healthy Heart

Heart disease affects both genders significantly, with over 45% of fatalities occurring in women.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

The Link Between Depression and Heart Disease

Depression and heart disease are linked, adversely affecting outcomes in both conditions.

Untreated depression notably increases the mortality risk for heart disease patients.

Stress-induced inflammation links unmanaged depression with heart disease.

6 months ago

Pecans Can Lower Chances of Developing Cardiovascular Disease

Regular consumption of pecans may significantly lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

2 weeks ago

Combination of two cheap drugs could save lives after heart attack, study finds

Combining statins and ezetimibe could significantly reduce heart attack and stroke risks in patients.

fromFortune Well

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

fromNews Center

Food Insecurity Now, Heart Disease Later - News Center

Food insecurity in young adulthood increases midlife heart disease risk by 41%, highlighting the need for early intervention.

How to Have a Healthy Heart

Heart disease affects both genders significantly, with over 45% of fatalities occurring in women.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

The Link Between Depression and Heart Disease

Depression and heart disease are linked, adversely affecting outcomes in both conditions.

Untreated depression notably increases the mortality risk for heart disease patients.

Stress-induced inflammation links unmanaged depression with heart disease.

6 months ago

Pecans Can Lower Chances of Developing Cardiovascular Disease

Regular consumption of pecans may significantly lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

2 weeks ago

Combination of two cheap drugs could save lives after heart attack, study finds

Combining statins and ezetimibe could significantly reduce heart attack and stroke risks in patients.

fromFortune Well

5 symptoms women over 40 should never ignore

Menopause and perimenopause significantly affect cardiovascular health due to hormonal changes, increasing heart disease risk.

fromNews Center

more#cardiovascular-health

Food Insecurity Now, Heart Disease Later - News Center

Food insecurity in young adulthood increases midlife heart disease risk by 41%, highlighting the need for early intervention.

#medical-innovation

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The future of heart and lung transplantation: Insights from Dr. Andrew Lodge - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Advancements in organ transplantation are crucial in addressing the organ shortage crisis and improving patient outcomes.

fromScienceDaily

Precision robotics offers hope for heart disease treatment

An advanced robotic system at SickKids revolutionizes treatment approaches for heart disease, enabling precise drug testing in dynamic heart tissue.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The future of heart and lung transplantation: Insights from Dr. Andrew Lodge - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Advancements in organ transplantation are crucial in addressing the organ shortage crisis and improving patient outcomes.

fromScienceDaily

Precision robotics offers hope for heart disease treatment

An advanced robotic system at SickKids revolutionizes treatment approaches for heart disease, enabling precise drug testing in dynamic heart tissue.

more#medical-innovation

Heart Disease is Preventable

Health care disparities among African Americans contribute to high heart disease mortality due to inadequate diagnosis and treatment.

Artificial intelligence

Natalia Trayanova, the biophysicist who creates virtual hearts: We are facing the largest known killer'

Innovations in computational cardiology, like virtual hearts, aim to predict arrhythmias and prevent sudden cardiac failures.

Medicine

Heart-Valve Patients Should Have Earlier Surgery, Study Suggests

Early intervention in heart valve replacement could drastically improve patient outcomes and reduce hospitalization rates.

fromSun Sentinel

Medicine

High cholesterol isn't always a bad thing, new study finds

High cholesterol does not always indicate heart disease risk, particularly in metabolically healthy individuals on low-carb diets.

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

Digital life

7 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

Adopting healthier habits can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and improve quality of life.

Health

6 Preventative Tips to Protect Yourself from Heart Disease

Heart disease remains a significant health risk; awareness and proactive measures are crucial for prevention.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

Heart Disease is Preventable

Health care disparities among African Americans contribute to high heart disease mortality due to inadequate diagnosis and treatment.

Artificial intelligence

Natalia Trayanova, the biophysicist who creates virtual hearts: We are facing the largest known killer'

Innovations in computational cardiology, like virtual hearts, aim to predict arrhythmias and prevent sudden cardiac failures.

Medicine

Heart-Valve Patients Should Have Earlier Surgery, Study Suggests

Early intervention in heart valve replacement could drastically improve patient outcomes and reduce hospitalization rates.

fromSun Sentinel

Medicine

High cholesterol isn't always a bad thing, new study finds

High cholesterol does not always indicate heart disease risk, particularly in metabolically healthy individuals on low-carb diets.

fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.

Digital life

7 Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

Adopting healthier habits can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease and improve quality of life.

Health

6 Preventative Tips to Protect Yourself from Heart Disease

Heart disease remains a significant health risk; awareness and proactive measures are crucial for prevention.

Heart disease nation's top cause of death yet prevention efforts lax - Harvard Gazette

Cardiovascular disease remains America's leading cause of death, but patients are often too complacent about prevention.

US Elections

Bill Clinton Is Hospitalized After Developing a Fever

Bill Clinton is hospitalized for testing due to a fever but is reportedly in good spirits and not facing an urgent health crisis.

Exercise

Your workplace coffee maker may be putting you at risk for a heart attack: study

Workplace coffee machines may increase heart disease risk due to higher levels of cholesterol-raising compounds.

Brewing methods significantly impact LDL cholesterol levels and heart health.

US news

Bill Clinton Is Released From Hospital After Having Flu

Bill Clinton was hospitalized for the flu but has since been released, underscoring the risks faced by older adults with health conditions.

Wellness

7 Metrics Everyone Should Know About Their Own Health

Knowing key health metrics, especially waist circumference, is essential for preventing diseases such as heart illness and diabetes.

fromBuzzFeed

Health

We Asked A Cardiologist And Dietitians Which Foods To Stay Away From If You Have High Cholesterol

High cholesterol can lead to atherosclerosis, resulting in heart attacks, strokes, and kidney dysfunction.

fromHarvard Gazette

Heart disease nation's top cause of death yet prevention efforts lax - Harvard Gazette

Cardiovascular disease remains America's leading cause of death, but patients are often too complacent about prevention.

US Elections

Bill Clinton Is Hospitalized After Developing a Fever

Bill Clinton is hospitalized for testing due to a fever but is reportedly in good spirits and not facing an urgent health crisis.

Exercise

Your workplace coffee maker may be putting you at risk for a heart attack: study

Workplace coffee machines may increase heart disease risk due to higher levels of cholesterol-raising compounds.

Brewing methods significantly impact LDL cholesterol levels and heart health.

US news

Bill Clinton Is Released From Hospital After Having Flu

Bill Clinton was hospitalized for the flu but has since been released, underscoring the risks faced by older adults with health conditions.

Wellness

7 Metrics Everyone Should Know About Their Own Health

Knowing key health metrics, especially waist circumference, is essential for preventing diseases such as heart illness and diabetes.

fromBuzzFeed

Health

We Asked A Cardiologist And Dietitians Which Foods To Stay Away From If You Have High Cholesterol

High cholesterol can lead to atherosclerosis, resulting in heart attacks, strokes, and kidney dysfunction.

Man with artificial heart survives 100 days outside hospital

BiVACOR's Total Artificial Heart successfully supported a patient for over 100 days before he received a transplant.

#nutrition

Alternative medicine

5 Top Foods to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

Eating specific nutrient-rich foods can lower blood pressure and help manage hypertension effectively.

fromNatural Health News

Alternative medicine

7 delicious health benefits of eating dark chocolate

Dark chocolate is nutrient-rich and beneficial for heart health when consumed in moderation.

5 Top Foods to Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

Eating specific nutrient-rich foods can lower blood pressure and help manage hypertension effectively.

fromNatural Health News

Alternative medicine

7 delicious health benefits of eating dark chocolate

Dark chocolate is nutrient-rich and beneficial for heart health when consumed in moderation.

Study links sugary drinks to poor health around the world

Sugary drinks contribute to rising diabetes and heart disease rates globally, especially in Latin America and sub-Saharan Africa.

Gestational Diabetes and Heart Disease: What's the Connection?

Gestational diabetes can lead to increased cardiovascular disease risk even after childbirth.

#womens-health

Alternative medicine

Red Alert for Women: Menopause Increases Risk for Heart Disease

Women face a significantly increased risk for heart disease after menopause due to hormonal changes and lifestyle factors.

Alternative medicine

What We Know About Heart Disease in Women

Heart disease significantly impacts women's health, with unique risk factors and symptoms compared to men.

Red Alert for Women: Menopause Increases Risk for Heart Disease

Women face a significantly increased risk for heart disease after menopause due to hormonal changes and lifestyle factors.

Alternative medicine

What We Know About Heart Disease in Women

Heart disease significantly impacts women's health, with unique risk factors and symptoms compared to men.

more#womens-health

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Miscellaneous

How to Identify and Use Control Variables in Your Research

Control variables are vital in research to isolate effects and derive meaningful insights by preventing other factors from influencing outcomes.

fromwww.npr.org

6 months ago

What your mammogram can tell you about your cardiovascular health

Some mammogram facilities are now offering screenings for heart disease risk using AI technology to analyze breast arterial calcifications found during routine exams.

Do cellphones increase the risk of heart disease? Troubling findings require 'careful consideration,' researchers say

Cellphone use is linked to increased risk of heart disease, influenced by factors like poor sleep and psychological stress.

Sleep in this weekend - it may help you live longer and avoid heart disease

Sleeping in on weekends can reduce heart disease risk by up to 20%.

Quality sleep boosts fitness and aids weight management.

A consistent bedtime routine enhances sleep quality.

Health

Actually, You Can Catch Up on Sleep

Weekend catch-up sleep may significantly reduce cardiovascular risks associated with sleep deprivation.

Wellness

fromBusiness Insider

Sleep in this weekend - it may help you live longer and avoid heart disease

Sleeping in on weekends can reduce heart disease risk by up to 20%.

Quality sleep boosts fitness and aids weight management.

A consistent bedtime routine enhances sleep quality.

Health

Actually, You Can Catch Up on Sleep

Weekend catch-up sleep may significantly reduce cardiovascular risks associated with sleep deprivation.

Music

Richard Simmons' cause of death at 76 revealed by his brother Lenny

Richard Simmons died at 76 due to complications from falls and heart disease, as confirmed by his brother Lenny Simmons.

fromConsequence

Medicine

Richard Simmons' cause of death revealed by his brother

Richard Simmons died from accidental causes related to complications from recent falls and heart disease.

Music

Richard Simmons' cause of death at 76 revealed by his brother Lenny

Richard Simmons died at 76 due to complications from falls and heart disease, as confirmed by his brother Lenny Simmons.

fromConsequence

Medicine

Richard Simmons' cause of death revealed by his brother

Richard Simmons died from accidental causes related to complications from recent falls and heart disease.

This Code Breaker Is Using AI to Decode the Heart's Secret Rhythms

Roeland Decorte founded a company to use AI for improving heart disease diagnosis, inspired by his father's experience with misdiagnosed symptoms.

fromInverse

Medicine

This Simple Diet Tweak Can Increase Heart Health And Stave Off Kidney Disease

Consuming fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of heart disease, kidney issues, and gastrointestinal illnesses significantly.

9 months ago

Digital life

How Healthy Is Sweet Corn?

Sweet corn is a healthy vegetable high in insoluble fiber, benefiting gut health and potentially lowering the risk of colon cancer, diabetes, and heart disease.

Wellness

fromInverse

This Research Breaks Down How Much To Sit, Stand, And Sleep Each Day For Optimal Health

Optimal health balance includes 8.3 hours of sleep and 2.2 hours of light and moderate to vigorous activity each.

Alternative medicine

The Top Health Concerns for Men and What to Do About Them

Men's health concerns are prevalent and impactful, with heart disease, inguinal hernias, and reproductive health issues being key areas of focus.

OMG science

Scientists Are Studying Weight-Loss Drugs for Way More Than Weight Loss

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, based on GLP-1, have broader applications beyond weight loss and diabetes.

fromThe Atlantic

OMG science

Meerkats Keep Dropping Dead From Heart Failure

Meerkats with heart disease provide genetic insights for human health research.

fromNature

1 year ago

OMG science

Could a rare mutation that causes dwarfism also slow ageing?

Individuals with Laron syndrome show lower risk of heart disease and other age-related disorders, sparking interest in potential new treatments.