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New study demonstrates little effect of hormone therapy on artery thickness

Heart disease is still the number one killer of US women, and hormone therapy remains a top treatment for menopause symptoms.

18 Jul 2018

Fish consumption associated with lower risk of early death

Consumption of fish and long-chain omega-3 fatty acids was associated with lower risks of early death in a Journal of Internal Medicine study.

18 Jul 2018

Maintaining high levels of vinculin confers heart health benefits to fruit flies

Our cells tend to lose their shape as we grow older, contributing to many of the effects we experience as aging. This poses particular problems for the heart, where aging can disrupt the protein network within muscle cells that move blood around the body.

18 Jul 2018

GSA's new publication provides support for safe use of OTC analgesics by older adults

The latest issue in the From Policy to Practice report series from The Gerontological Society of America addresses recent labeling changes for OTC analgesics and highlights important considerations when recommending the use of these products in older adults.

17 Jul 2018

Study identifies new genes linked to heart function and development

A new study from an international research team, led by Dr Yalda Jamshidi at St George's, University of London, has identified new genes associated with heart function and development.

17 Jul 2018

Animal studies reveal brain changes responsible for appetite effects of cannabis

New research on how cannabis use alters eating behavior could lead to treatments for appetite loss in chronic illness, according to experts at Washington State University.

17 Jul 2018

MR Solutions’ 7T MRI imaging system installed at University of Hawaii

MR Solutions has installed Hawaii’s first preclinical cryogen-free MRI imaging system to help researchers improve the rate of kidney disease detection through research.

From MR Solutions 17 Jul 2018

Plant-based products fail to have positive impact on blood pressure during clinical studies

In the high-pressure world of lowering hypertension, a surprising favorite isn't standing up too well in clinical trials.

17 Jul 2018

Pre-clinical pilot study shows promising results of 'concussion pill'

In 2016, funded by a $16 million grant from Scythian, the multidisciplinary Miller School team embarked on a five-year study to examine the effects of combining CBD (a cannabinoid derivative of hemp) with an NMDA antagonist (an anesthetic used in animals and humans) for the treatment of traumatic brain injury and concussion.

16 Jul 2018

Burdensome symptoms of eczema can lead to impaired quality of life, shows study

If you've never suffered from eczema, also known as Atopic Dermatitis, you probably aren't aware of the negative impact it can have on quality of life.

16 Jul 2018

Radiologist discusses causes, treatments of varicose veins

On a summer day, many people like to wear shorts to get some relief in the heat. But for people with varicose veins, the idea of wearing shorts can lead to more anxiety than comfort.

16 Jul 2018

Mortality from heart failure remains higher in women than men

Death rates from heart failure are higher for women than men, and hospitalization rates have increased in women while declining in men, found a study from the University of Ottawa Heart Institute published in CMAJ.

16 Jul 2018

Researchers describe key role of enzyme in regulating immune response against Chagas disease parasite

In an article published recently in the journal Nature Communications, researchers affiliated with the University of São Paulo in Brazil describe the central role played by an enzyme called phosphatidylinositol 3-kinase gamma in regulating the immune response against Trypanosoma cruzi, the protozoan parasite that causes Chagas disease.

16 Jul 2018

UW-Madison researchers develop new method to track Parkinson's damage in the heart

A new way to examine stress and inflammation in the heart will help Parkinson's researchers test new therapies and explore an unappreciated way the disease puts people at risk of falls and hospitalization.

13 Jul 2018

Physiological Responses to World Cup Ads Shows Funny Beats Sporty

When it comes to which advertisements trigger the greatest response in viewers, a recent GfK pilot looking at ads screened around a live World Cup game found that, on average, ads based around humor achieved a higher biometric response and a higher stated response that those themed around athletics, product benefits or emotional pull.

From Shimmer 13 Jul 2018

Cardiology News and Research

Latest Cardiology News and Research

New study demonstrates little effect of hormone therapy on artery thickness

Fish consumption associated with lower risk of early death

Maintaining high levels of vinculin confers heart health benefits to fruit flies

GSA's new publication provides support for safe use of OTC analgesics by older adults

Study identifies new genes linked to heart function and development

Animal studies reveal brain changes responsible for appetite effects of cannabis

MR Solutions’ 7T MRI imaging system installed at University of Hawaii

Plant-based products fail to have positive impact on blood pressure during clinical studies

Pre-clinical pilot study shows promising results of 'concussion pill'

Burdensome symptoms of eczema can lead to impaired quality of life, shows study

Radiologist discusses causes, treatments of varicose veins

Mortality from heart failure remains higher in women than men

Researchers describe key role of enzyme in regulating immune response against Chagas disease parasite

UW-Madison researchers develop new method to track Parkinson's damage in the heart

Physiological Responses to World Cup Ads Shows Funny Beats Sporty

'Skin Cancer, Take A Hike!' program promotes sun safety and skin cancer awareness

Research deepens understanding of mechanism behind organ morphogenesis

New web-based game motivates people to exercise more

Systematic review: Role of walnut consumption on cardiovascular risk factors

Study uncovers possible link between iron loading, alcohol intake and mortality

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