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Targeting physical activity is not the effective way to reduce prolonged sitting

Targeting sitting time, rather than physical activity, is the most effective way to reduce prolonged sitting, according to the first comprehensive review of strategies designed to reduce sitting time. The research, led by the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience at King's College London, is published in the journal Health Psychology Review.

22 Sep 2015

BWH, DFCI researchers receive $10 million to test effectiveness of aspirin in women with breast cancer

Researchers from Brigham and Women's Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute have received a $10 million Breakthrough Award from the Department of Defense's Office of the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program to test whether aspirin helps women with breast cancer avoid recurrence and live longer.

22 Sep 2015

Study compares effectiveness of nafcillin and cefazolin in patients with MSSA blood stream infections

Research comparing clinical outcomes between patients receiving nafcillin and cefazolin for treatment of methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA) bacteremia shows that overall treatment failure rate among patients receiving cefazolin was no worse than nafcillin, and significantly fewer adverse effects were documented for those receiving cefazolin.

22 Sep 2015

Study identifies link between kidney stones in children and atherosclerosis

A recent study published in The Journal of Pediatrics is the first to examine and identify a link between kidney stones in children and thickened or hardened arteries — precursors to a wide variety of cardiovascular diseases. Understanding the connection between kidney stones and cardiovascular risk factors in children may help physicians and parents implement prevention measures to reduce future risk of stroke, heart attack or other forms of vascular disease for affected children.

21 Sep 2015

New initiative aims to improve early detection, treatment of mitochondrial disease in Canada

The MitoCanada Foundation has announced a national research venture focused on improving the early detection and treatment of mitochondrial disease in Canada.

21 Sep 2015

Sexual activity rarely causes heart attack

Sex is rarely the cause of a heart attack, and most heart disease patients are safe to resume sexual activity after a heart attack, according to a research letter published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

21 Sep 2015

Palatin Technologies reports net loss of $12.1 million for fourth quarter 2015

Palatin Technologies, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company developing targeted, receptor-specific peptide therapeutics for the treatment of diseases with significant unmet medical need and commercial potential, today announced results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended June 30, 2015.

21 Sep 2015

Invitae launches new education program to increase awareness of genetic testing for hereditary cancer

A new survey released today shows 73 percent of Americans are aware of genetic testing for hereditary cancers – a significant increase over just a few years ago. Previous research found that in 2010 less than half of the Americans surveyed said they were aware of genetic testing. Dubbed the "Angelina Jolie Effect," the current data highlight the far-reaching impact of Angelina Jolie's public discussion of genetic testing for hereditary cancer.

21 Sep 2015

Consumer's financial resources influence quality of nutrition, diet

Quality of nutrition and diet is influenced by the consumer's financial resources, reveals a study funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation. Some immigrants have a healthier diet than people born in Switzerland.

21 Sep 2015

Loyola's Jose Biller recognized for helping to improve health of multicultural communities

Loyola University Medical Center stroke specialist Jose Biller, MD is among four Hispanic leaders being recognized by the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association for their contributions to improving the health and well-being of multicultural communities.

21 Sep 2015

NAMS recognizes outstanding contributions to the field of women's health, menopause

The North American Menopause Society is pleased to announce the recipients of the Society's 2015 awards that recognize outstanding contributions to the field of women's health and menopause. The recipients will be acknowledged during the NAMS 26th Annual Meeting, in Las Vegas, NV, from September 30 through October 3, 2015.

21 Sep 2015

BMC significantly reduces emergency wait time, improves SCD care for pediatric patients

Boston Medical Center has significantly reduced the amount of time that pediatric patients experiencing pain from sickle cell disease (SCD) wait before receiving pain medication when they come to the emergency department. The hospital's quality improvement initiative cut the wait time by more than 50 percent, from an average of 56 minutes to 23 minutes, from triage to administration of the first dose of pain medication.

21 Sep 2015

Enhanced pharmacist care improves outcomes in patients with high blood pressure

Patients with high blood pressure are benefiting from the expanded role played by pharmacists in Alberta, according to a new study from the University of Alberta's Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry.

21 Sep 2015

Aggressive blood pressure treatment can reduce risks of heart disease and death

Loyola University Chicago is among the centers participating in a landmark clinical trial that has found that more intensive management of high blood pressure reduces heart disease rates and saves lives.

21 Sep 2015

New study finds link between maternal protein deficiency during pregnancy and metabolic diseases in offspring

A new study has uncovered the genetic processes that link insufficient protein consumption during pregnancy with the development of muscle problems in mothers and their male offspring.

19 Sep 2015

Quethera receives seed investment funding to develop gene therapy for glaucoma

Quethera, a gene therapy company developing a treatment for glaucoma that could prevent blindness, has received seed investment funding led by Midven’s Rainbow Seed Fund alongside co-investor Cambridge Enterprise, the commercialisation arm of the University of Cambridge, to continue pre-clinical development of their therapy.

18 Sep 2015

Obese patients with type 2 diabetes should be prioritised for obesity surgery over those without diabetes

New research published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology suggests that, when considering overall costs of healthcare, obese patients with type 2 diabetes, especially those with recent disease onset, should be prioritised for obesity surgery over those without type 2 diabetes, since many patients see a reversal of diabetes after surgery and thus need fewer expensive diabetes medications or treatment for complications in future.

18 Sep 2015

New research supports health strategies to reduce harmful alcohol use in low-income countries

A new study of alcohol use in countries of all income levels shows that current use increases the risk of alcohol-related cancers and injury, with no reduction in risk of mortality or cardiovascular disease overall.

18 Sep 2015

Researchers discover new import pathway used by proteins to reach mitochondria

Mitochondria serve as the powerhouses of the cell, converting the energy stored in foods into a form cells can use. When this important task fails, it can result in numerous diseases, particularly those affecting organs with a high energy consumption like the brain or the heart.

18 Sep 2015

Acute Cardiovascular Care 2015 to be held in Vienna from 17 to 19 October

Acute Cardiovascular Care 2015 will highlight innovations and controversies in the field, guaranteeing great stories on topics relevant to the press.

18 Sep 2015

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Latest Heart Disease News and Research

Targeting physical activity is not the effective way to reduce prolonged sitting

BWH, DFCI researchers receive $10 million to test effectiveness of aspirin in women with breast cancer

Study compares effectiveness of nafcillin and cefazolin in patients with MSSA blood stream infections

Study identifies link between kidney stones in children and atherosclerosis

New initiative aims to improve early detection, treatment of mitochondrial disease in Canada

Sexual activity rarely causes heart attack

Palatin Technologies reports net loss of $12.1 million for fourth quarter 2015

Invitae launches new education program to increase awareness of genetic testing for hereditary cancer

Consumer's financial resources influence quality of nutrition, diet

Loyola's Jose Biller recognized for helping to improve health of multicultural communities

NAMS recognizes outstanding contributions to the field of women's health, menopause

BMC significantly reduces emergency wait time, improves SCD care for pediatric patients

Enhanced pharmacist care improves outcomes in patients with high blood pressure

Aggressive blood pressure treatment can reduce risks of heart disease and death

New study finds link between maternal protein deficiency during pregnancy and metabolic diseases in offspring

Quethera receives seed investment funding to develop gene therapy for glaucoma

Obese patients with type 2 diabetes should be prioritised for obesity surgery over those without diabetes

New research supports health strategies to reduce harmful alcohol use in low-income countries

Researchers discover new import pathway used by proteins to reach mitochondria

Acute Cardiovascular Care 2015 to be held in Vienna from 17 to 19 October

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