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May 28, 2022 … SEATTLE — An app which uses mobile phone vibrations to measure blood clotting could prevent millions of potentially fatal heart attacks. The technology offers people taking heart medication a much cheaper way of monitoring their blood’s thickness, say scientists. While blood clots form naturally to prevent bleeding when someone is injured, they can also prove…

May 07, 2022 … GALVESTON, Texas — On paper, U.S. hospitals are supposedly very good at treating heart attack patients. American medical facilities typically have access to the latest healthcare technology and generally boast low readmission rates among heart attack patients. Troublingly, however, new research from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston reports that America’s heart attack death rate…

Apr 28, 2022 … MELBOURNE, Australia — Life would be much easier if we all had our own medical crystal ball. The ability to see into our health futures could potentially save countless lives. While it isn’t quite a magic 8-ball, researchers from the Murdoch Children Research Institute (MCRI) say it may be possible to predict major heart problems decades…

Apr 24, 2022 … GALWAY, Ireland — A hydrogel injection developed by an international team of scientists may help to prevent heart muscle damage following a heart attack. Researchers say the gel could be capable of repairing damaged heart tissue by being injected directly into the damaged area.  Because of the irreversible damage of the heart muscle after a…

Apr 23, 2022 … NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J. –– One in 20 heart attacks in cities may be linked to noise pollution, according to new research. Scientists at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School say that people who live near busy roads, railways, or under flight paths are overwhelmingly more likely to suffer cardiac issues that can’t just be blamed…

Mar 21, 2022 … SOPHIA ANTIPOLIS, France — Women are less likely to receive lifesaving care following a major heart attack, a new study reveals. Researchers with the European Society of Cardiology found that older men are much more likely to survive cardiogenic shock over the short and long-terms. This may be due to the type of care they receive,…

Mar 18, 2022 … DALLAS, Texas — Standing up and moving around may be good suggestions to keep you active, but if just getting to your feet sends your blood pressure soaring, you may be at risk for a heart attack. Researchers with the American Heart Association say young and middle-aged individuals who see their blood pressure rise quickly…

Feb 26, 2022 … AARHUS, Denmark — There’s nothing good about suffering from a heart attack, but one study reveals a surprising benefit for patients. Heart attack survivors are less likely to get Parkinson’s disease later in life, research shows. Scientists at Aarhus University in Denmark find that people who suffered a heart attack saw a 20 percent lower…

Feb 16, 2022 … DARLINGHURST, Australia — Heart problems often have a link to a person’s lifestyle, but a new study finds having certain genes may also make it more likely you’ll suffer a life-threatening heart attack. New research has identified 162 genes involved in triggering coronary heart disease and heart attacks. Researchers in Australia say the genes which…

Feb 03, 2022 … DALLAS, Texas — Heart attack survivors are not out of the woods after their ordeal, a new study warns. Researchers working with the American Heart Association say the trauma of a heart attack can turbocharge mental decline, potentially leading to faster onset of dementia. Results show patients who show early signs of dementia after suffering…

Jan 26, 2022 … LEEDS, United Kingdom — An artificial intelligence system is capable of spotting whether someone will have a heart attack within the next year — through a routine eye scan. A team from the University of Leeds believes this AI tool opens the door to a cheap and simple screening program for the world’s number one…

Jan 04, 2022 … FRESNO, Calif. — Snacking on grapes could prevent a heart attack or stroke, according to new research. Researchers from UCLA say the “superfood” is rich in chemicals that boost gut bacteria diversity and lower cholesterol — leading to better heart health. Their study found just four weeks of eating grapes led to significant health boosts…

Dec 15, 2021 … ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Fracking is a controversial practice, mostly because of its environmental implications, but a recent study also finds that drilling for oil and gas may also increase the risk of suffering a heart attack. Researchers from the University of Rochester note their findings are unique because they are based on research performed at the…

Nov 13, 2021 … READING, England — Consuming fatty foods can increase one’s risk of heart attack, and now scientists may have pinpointed the reason why. According to scientists from the University of Reading, high-fat diets may trigger the over-activation of a specific heart protein, which then becomes destructive. In the study, rats were fed high-fat diets, during which…

Oct 17, 2021 … BOSTON — More than 34.2 million Americans suffer from diabetes, 90-95% of whom have the Type 2 form caused by poor diet and lack of exercise. Numerous studies have demonstrated the role of physical activity in improving heart health for patients with Type 2 diabetes. Now, scientists report that the time of day a patient…

Sep 21, 2021 … SYDNEY — Could a little extra butter actually be good for your heart? A new study reveals that consuming dairy fat from products like butter, cream, and cheese could prevent a heart attack. An international team finds people who consume higher levels of these fats are less likely to develop cardiovascular disease. For years, experts…

Sep 09, 2021 … READING, United Kingdom — An antioxidant drug that doctors already know is safe for humans may help reverse a condition which leads to heart attacks and strokes for many patients. Researchers at the University of Reading say cysteamine can “switch off” the damaging process of atherosclerosis, thereby preventing heart damage due to blood clots. Atherosclerosis is…

Sep 07, 2021 … TORONTO, Ontario — Adults under the age of 45 may be doubling their risk of suffering a heart attack if they use cannabis, a new study reveals. Researchers in Canada have discovered that, even after accounting for other habits like drinking, smoking, and vaping, cannabis users see a noticeable uptick in heart attack cases compared to…

Sep 01, 2021 … HAMILTON, Ontario — A combination of statins, two blood pressure drugs, and regular aspirin may be the perfect mix to significantly cut the risk serious heart trouble. Researchers with McMaster University say the “polypill” – which combines headache, cholesterol, and blood pressure meds – could save millions of lives a year at risk from heart…

Aug 03, 2021 … PASADENA, Calif. — The neighborhood you live in may influence your survival outlook after a heart attack, according to researchers from Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center. The team looked at over 31,000 people living in Southern California and discovered that Black patients living in disadvantaged neighborhoods are significantly more likely to pass away within five…

Jul 25, 2021 … NOVOSIBIRSK, Russia — Single, middle-aged men who are often tired and irritable are at particular risk of a heart attack, according to research. Researchers say that being unable to cope with living alone leads to stressors that can lead to a 2.7 times higher risk of cardiac arrest within five years. Men who have never…