Cardiology
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To assess whether weight gain during pregnancy is associated with the risk for preeclampsia, the authors of a new study evaluated data from more than 62,000 first-time moms. To see the results, read more.
EXCLUSIVES
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Findings from a new study suggest that 9 flavorings commonly used in electronic cigarettes, hookah, cigarillos, and related tobacco products could have serious cardiovascular health consequences. To see which flavorings were tested, read more. -
Findings from a new study suggest that the 2017 ACC/AHA hypertension guidelines could especially benefit stroke survivors. For details, read more. -
The 2013 pooled cohort equations are recommended in AHA and ACC guidelines for calculating atherosclerotic CVD risk. However, new study findings suggest that these equations may actually yield inaccurate estimates in many cases.
Podcasts
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Dr Joel Gelfand from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine discusses his latest research on the interaction between psoriasis medication and cardiovascular disease.
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Dr Thomas Seck from Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals discusses the EMPERIAL trials, which aim to expand the use of empagliflozin for heart failure.
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Dr Lawrence Appel, from John's Hopkins University, answers our questions about a new report about the impact of diet on brain health among older adults.
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Dr TS Dharmarajan, from the Wakefield Campus of Montefiore, talks about treating hypertension in the elderly population as outlined by 3 different guidelines.
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Low physical activity levels lead to obesity and other comorbidities. On the other end of the spectrum, too much exercise may not be good for the heart either, according to a recent study. The lead author of the study, Dr Deepika Laddu, tells us a little bit more about the link between physical activity level and heart health.
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Drs Seth Martin and Vasanth Sathiyakumar discuss their novel method of assessing lipid levels.
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Dr Thomas Seck, from Boehringer Ingelheim, spoke with us about the results of the landmark EMPA-REG OUTCOME Trial and what they mean for the treatment of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
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Dr Seth Baum, President of the American Society for Preventive Cardiology, discusses his recent paper on PCSK9 inhibitors.
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In this podcast, Dr. Charles Hennekens from Florida Atlantic University discusses his recent commentary on smoking cessation using varenicline.
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Stefanos Haddad, lead author of the July 2017 Photo Quiz, talks about his case report.
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Dr Steven Nissen from Cleveland Clinic talks to us about intravascular ultrasound technology as well as different trials that assessed BP lowering techniques.
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Dr. Robert Rosenson from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine discusses his latest research about high-intensity statin use and its benefits for patients with cardiovascular disease.
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In this podcast, Dr. Paul S. Jellinger, the chair of the writing committee, explains the new AACE/ACE Guidelines for Management of Dyslipidemia and Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease.
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Dr. Andrew Freeman, from National Jewish Health, explains the Walk With a Doc program as well as the benefits of walking on cardiovascular health.
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Dr. Andrew Freeman discusses his study "Trending Cardiovascular Nutrition Controversies," and the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
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Dr. Charles Hennekens, from Florida Atlantic University, talks about his study and whether statins are safe for patients with diabetes and other metabolic conditions.
Case Reports
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Occasionally, the sudden drop in parathyroid hormone levels and subsequent influx of minerals into bone lead to a condition known as hungry bone syndrome.
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Awareness of stress cardiomyopathy as a mimic of acute myocardial infarction is increasing. Both syndromes may present with acute-onset chest pain, ECG abnormalities, and cardiac enzyme elevation. -
A 70-year-old man presented with a 1-month history of a progressing, pruritic, papular eruption on his ears, neck, glabella, eyebrows, and eyelids.