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First flexible wearable device can monitor biochemical, electric signals in human body

Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed the first flexible wearable device capable of monitoring both biochemical and electric signals in the human body.

23 May 2016

Could a new test improve bowel cancer screening uptake? An interview with Professor Halloran

The most recent complete data for England (2014/15) shows an average uptake of the guaiac Faecal Occult Blood Tests (gFOBT) from those invited by the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (BCSP) of 58.22%.

23 May 2016

Tips for improving cardiovascular health

New research by UT Southwestern heart specialists shows that sedentary behavior such as sitting for long periods of time at a desk or on the couch is associated with increased amounts of calcium in the arteries, which in turn can lead to higher risk of heart attack.

23 May 2016

Study: One-third of patients hospitalised with heart failure do not return to work

One-third of patients hospitalised with heart failure for the first time have not returned to work one year later, reveals a study in nearly 12 000 patients presented today at Heart Failure 2016 and the 3rd World Congress on Acute Heart Failure by Dr Rasmus Roerth, a physician at Copenhagen University Hospital in Copenhagen, Denmark.

23 May 2016

Aggressive blood pressure intervention can benefit frail adults aged 75 and older

NIH-supported researchers are reporting additional details about a widely-publicized study that linked a systolic blood pressure target under 120 mm Hg (millimeters of mercury) with reduced cardiovascular disease and a lower risk of death.

23 May 2016

Low-salt diets may increase CVD risk and death compared to average salt consumption

A large worldwide study has found that, contrary to popular thought, low-salt diets may not be beneficial and may actually increase the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death compared to average salt consumption.

23 May 2016

New computational model simulates long-term effects of cardiac regenerative therapies

Heart failure (HF) continues to pose a significant burden on our society. One of the most common heart diseases is myocardial infarction (MI), which results in a permanent loss of contractile function in the infarcted region.

23 May 2016

Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy may reduce risk of blood loss, prolonged hospital stays in obese men

In obese prostate cancer patients, robotic-assisted surgery to remove the prostate reduces the risk of blood loss and prolonged hospital stays, a Loyola Medicine study has found.

23 May 2016

Scientists take key step towards understanding link between obesity and physically distant diseases

Obesity is on the rise throughout the world, and in some developed countries two-third of the adult population is either overweight or obese. This brings with it an increased risk of serious conditions such as heart disease, stroke, cancer and osteoarthritis.

23 May 2016

CSU researchers develop colorful potatoes that are high in antioxidants, rich in nutrients

Purple potatoes might not be the first thing that comes to mind when trying to increase vitamin, mineral and antioxidant intake. However, a group of researchers from Colorado State University have recently developed potato varieties that satisfy these nutritional needs and could act as a preventive measure to several diseases.

23 May 2016

Pre-procedural use of antiplatelet therapy becoming less routine in heart attack treatment

Doctors worried about dangerous blood clots in patients undergoing a coronary artery procedure— such as angioplasty to treat a heart attack — will often administer antiplatelet therapy to head off complications.

22 May 2016

Research provides pathway toward creation of first broad-spectrum antiviral drug

By studying the rare person -- about one in a million -- who can fight off viral infections more effectively than everyone else, investigators at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have developed a strategy to help the rest of us achieve this enhanced anti-viral state.

21 May 2016

Heart Disease News and Research

Latest Heart Disease News and Research

First flexible wearable device can monitor biochemical, electric signals in human body

Could a new test improve bowel cancer screening uptake? An interview with Professor Halloran

Tips for improving cardiovascular health

Study: One-third of patients hospitalised with heart failure do not return to work

Aggressive blood pressure intervention can benefit frail adults aged 75 and older

Low-salt diets may increase CVD risk and death compared to average salt consumption

New computational model simulates long-term effects of cardiac regenerative therapies

Robotic-assisted radical prostatectomy may reduce risk of blood loss, prolonged hospital stays in obese men

Scientists take key step towards understanding link between obesity and physically distant diseases

CSU researchers develop colorful potatoes that are high in antioxidants, rich in nutrients

Pre-procedural use of antiplatelet therapy becoming less routine in heart attack treatment

Research provides pathway toward creation of first broad-spectrum antiviral drug

Intensive blood pressure lowering therapies can cut heart disease risk in older adults

New experimental model may predict eventual cardiac phenotype in pediatric patients

Four major phenotypes may help improve prediction, prevention of cardiometabolic risk in prediabetes

Cardioprotective effect proposed for metformin

SPRINT supports stringent BP goals for elderly

Novel protective gene against CAD uncovered

Global life expectancy on the rise, but major health inequalities persist

Older, frail hypertensive adults could benefit from intensive lowering of blood pressure

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Scaling organ‑chip technology for human‑relevant drug discovery

Unlocking drug amorphization: Continuous, solvent-free twin screw granulation

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Heart Disease News and Research

Latest Heart Disease News and Research

Innovation in neuroscience drug discovery - eBook eBook

Scaling organ‑chip technology for human‑relevant drug discovery

Unlocking drug amorphization: Continuous, solvent-free twin screw granulation

How can super-resolution technology help study neurotransmission?

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