cardiology

BackgroundHypertension-induced cardiac fibrosis leads to heart failure. Large-conductance calcium-activated potassium (BK) channels regulate vascular tone, and their activation may mitigate fibrosis. This study explores the impact of BK channel activation on angiotensin II (Ang II)-induced hypertension and cardiac fibrosis and its effects on nuclear factor-kappa B (NFκB) signaling.MethodsMale C57…

Bringing blood sugar levels back to normal may dramatically reduce the danger posed by prediabetes. Researchers found that people who reversed prediabetes cut their risk of cardiovascular death or hospitalization for heart failure by 58% and lowered their chances of major heart problems such as heart attacks and strokes by 42%. The benefits lasted for decades and were seen across large long-term …

Carbohydrates have become one of the most controversial topics in nutrition. For decades, diet trends have encouraged people to avoid foods such as bread, pasta, rice, and potatoes. Many popular weight-loss programs claim that reducing carbohydrates is the key to losing weight and improving overall health. As a result, low-carb and ketogenic diets have become […] The post Eating Some Carbs Could …

Healthy sleep and regular exercise can work to counteract genetic mutations in white blood cells that are associated with cardiovascular disease and are most common among older people, Mount Sinai researchers have found. In a study published in Nature, the team reported for the first time that sufficient sleep and exercise can help reduce the […]

Health experts are highlighting the importance of cardiac age, a measure that estimates the biological age of the heart based on factors such as blood pressure, cholesterol levels, smoking habits, diabetes, and lifestyle choices. Doctors warn that an individual’s cardiac Read More ... The post Your Heart May Be Older Than You, Doctors Caution first appeared on Risk Management Association of India…

The human heart is one of the hardest-working organs in the body. It never takes a day off and requires a continuous supply of energy to keep beating. To meet these enormous energy demands, heart cells mainly rely on fats as fuel. For decades, researchers have viewed this ability to burn fat as a sign […] The post Disrupted metabolism linked to heart failure appeared first on Knowridge Science Re…

Doctors have long treated heart disease and cancer as two separate health problems. Heart specialists focus on the cardiovascular system, while cancer specialists focus on tumors and abnormal cell growth. However, scientists are increasingly finding that these two major diseases may be more closely connected than previously believed. A new study led by researchers at […] The post Could Your Heart…

For many people, high blood pressure can be managed with medications, healthy food choices, regular exercise, and weight control. But for a significant group of patients, these measures are not enough. Their blood pressure remains dangerously high despite taking several medications. Doctors call this resistant hypertension, and it is one of the most difficult forms […] The post Tiny Electrical Pu…

A medical issue can send quotes for cover soaring but it is not worth risking going abroad without a policy “I nearly fell over when I saw the travel insurance quote,” says the retiree Bernie Lawrence. The 77-year-old from Fleet, Hampshire, says that after he developed heart problems, the cost of buying cover became “astronomical”. Lawrence, who usually travels with his wife, Barbara, 79, says he…

Scientific Reports, Published online: 13 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-55974-z Path analysis of cardiovascular disease preventive health behavior in postmenopausal Korean women based on the I-Change model

For decades, pacemakers have helped millions of people live longer and healthier lives. These small devices are implanted inside the body and send electrical signals to the heart when its natural rhythm becomes too slow or irregular. Pacemakers are considered one of the most successful medical technologies ever developed. They have saved countless lives by […] The post MIT’s New Ultrasound Heart …

Scientific Reports, Published online: 13 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-58004-0 Pharmacological treatments and clinical events in newly diagnosed heart failure patients stratified by ejection fraction in Japan

Introduction: The problem of cardiorenal syndrome (CRS) in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) and arterial hypertension (AH) is highly relevant. Early diagnosis, based on cystatin C, microalbuminuria, and arterial stiffness, is key for prognosis and therapy selection. Aim: To assess CRS marker dynamics and arterial stiffness in patients with ACS, AH, and chronic kidney disease (CKD) on s…

For many years, doctors have encouraged people with obesity to lose weight in order to improve their heart health. Even modest weight loss can reduce strain on the heart, improve blood sugar levels, and lower blood pressure. Now, a major new study suggests that the latest generation of weight-loss medications may deliver significant blood pressure […] The post Obesity Drugs Could Protect the Hear…

Cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome, often called CKM syndrome, is a relatively new term that many people have never heard of. Yet health experts believe it may become one of the most important health concepts of the coming decades. CKM syndrome is not a single disease. Instead, it describes the close connection between excess body fat, diabetes, heart […] The post CKM Syndrome: The Hidden L…

A new study involving almost one million patients is challenging one of the most influential ideas in modern heart care. Researchers from Tulane University report that not all women with atrial fibrillation have a higher risk of stroke than men, despite what many medical guidelines have assumed for years. The findings could eventually affect how […] The post Do Women with Irregular Heartbeat Real…

People with a rare condition experience "pauses" in their heart beat that cause them to faint. A new procedure could change their lives, research suggests.

Hyperglycemia can lead to excessive production of reactive oxygen species (ROS), contributing to diabetes and its complications, such as diabetic cardiomyopathy (DCM). This study aims to elucidate the protective mechanisms of Curcumin (CUR) against hyperglycemia-induced cardiomyocyte injury. We constructed a high-glucose (HG) model using primary cardiomyocytes and determined the optimal concentra…

New ACC/AHA cholesterol guidelines promote earlier detection, personalized risk assessment, and more aggressive LDL cholesterol lowering to reduce long-term cardiovascular disease risk. For decades, cholesterol management has been a cornerstone of heart disease prevention. Yet despite widespread awareness, cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and millions of adults…