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FDA APPROVED semaglutide (Wegovy) over a computer rendering of a heart attack.

Wegovy Approved for Major Heart Disease Prevention

New indication for patients with obesity or overweight and a history of cardiovascular disease

A photo of almond milk, semaglutide pens, and coconut milk on the door of a refrigerator

Obesity Drugs Like Wegovy Are Meant for Long-Term Use, but Some Want to Stop

Other patients have been forced to ration or halt doses due to drug costs

CROI over a photo of Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO

Interventions Can Reduce CVD Risk Factors in HIV Patients, Studies Show

Lowering blood pressure, cholesterol prove feasible in randomized trials

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

10,000 Steps Lowers Death Risk; Obesity Drug Beats Wegovy; Lead in Cinnamon Warning

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 木瓜直播 staff

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CVD Risks Tied to Teeny-Tiny Plastics Lodged in Atherosclerotic Plaque

And the prevalence of microplastics and nanoplastics is only increasing

CROI over a photo of Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO

Semaglutide Reduced Inflammatory Biomarkers in HIV Patients With Lipohypertrophy

Levels of IL-6, high-sensitivity CRP, and soluble CD163 were decreased with the GLP-1 agonist

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Afib Might Be a Not-So-Pleasant Aftertaste of Sweetened Beverages

Atrial fibrillation risk associated with drinks made with added sugar or artificial sweetener

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

First DCB Approved; DAPT Bleeds With Low LDL-C; Pre-CABG Cardiac Rehab

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Medicaid Expansion and Healthcare Workers; Cardiac Rehabilitation

Also in TTHealthWatch: cognition and memory after COVID

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Placenta Issues Linked to Newborns' Brain Aberrations in Congenital Heart Disease

Study supports hypothesis that placental abnormalities are intertwined with brain development

A close up photo of a woman holding cannabis flowers

Cannabis Singled Out for Cardiovascular Risk

Findings independent of tobacco and e-cigarette use considered a "call to action"

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

SNAP Benefits and BP Meds; Post-PCI Anticoagulation Flop; CPAP's Potential Harm

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

MedPod Today over a blue designed background

What to Know About the Factor XIa Inhibitors on the Horizon

Graeme Hankey, MBBS, MD, delves into the potential to uncouple bleeding and thrombotic risk

A computer rendering of a lipoprotein(a) particle.

Even Modest Lp(a) Elevations Bode Poorly for Cardiovascular Health

Researchers estimate thresholds for risky Lp(a) in primary, secondary prevention cohorts

A computer rendered view from within a stented artery.

Intravascular Imaging-Guided PCI Reaches a Turning Point With Survival, MI Benefits

Updated meta-analysis provides strong impetus for IVUS, OCT adoption

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

TAVR Pioneer Dies; Allograft Rejection Criteria Need Work; Overeating Protein & CVD

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

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Primordial Prevention Can Protect Black Women's Cardiovascular Health

Let's block the risk factors before they start

A photo of a bottle of Niacin supplements

Could Niacin Actually Induce Heart Disease?

Americans consume too much vitamin B3, researchers suggest

Reversing Anticoagulation in Hemorrhagic Stroke; E-Cigs for Smoking Cessation

Also in TTHealthWatch: an online program for long COVID

A photo of two syringes lying next to a sphygmomanometer

RNA Silencer Zilebesiran: Infrequent Injections Bring Down BP

Sustained BP reductions seen in early trial whether patients got one or two doses in 6 months

A photo of a woman on a couch experiencing a hot flash and fanning herself with a piece of paper.

Hot Flashes, Migraine Tied to Higher Risk of Stroke, Heart Disease

However, risks were nullified with control of blood pressure, cholesterol levels

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

Salt Subs in Normal BP; Stroke Thrombectomy Without $$; Walmart's CVD Blood Test

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

FDA ADCOMM TriClip G4 system over a photo of the device

FDA Reviewers Skeptical on TriClip for Tricuspid Regurgitation

Tricuspid valve repair system is up for advisory committee scrutiny on Tuesday

ISC over a photo of Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, AZ

After Cervical Artery Dissection, Early Anticoagulant Might Be Better

Large observational study might not deliver definitive answers but hints at a better strategy

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Senators Thrash Pharma CEOs for Pricing Drugs Higher in the U.S.

Sen. Bernie Sanders blamed "corrupt" system, well-paid lobbyists

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Anticoagulant Falls Short for Secondary Stroke Prevention in Atrial Cardiopathy

Can atrial cardiopathy really be the cause of some cryptogenic strokes?

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High-Risk HPV in Women Heightens Risk of Heart Disease Death

Korean study finds over threefold greater mortality risk from ASCVD, ischemic heart disease

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

Bariatric Surgery & BP Control; PFA Vasospasm Aftermath; Texas Cardiologist Arrested

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

A photo of a box of Mounjaro injection pens as well as a pen.

Tirzepatide's Association With BP Reduction Reinforced With ABPM Data

Combination GLP-1/GIP receptor agonist is currently approved for T2D and weight loss

A photo of a female physician pressing an injection pen to a boys arm.

Another PCSK9 Drug Proves Its Mettle for Kids With Inherited High Cholesterol

Clinical trial affirms LDL reduction atop statins in pediatric familial hypercholesterolemia

A photo of a wildfire burning behind homes in Forest Falls California.

Health Effects of Extreme Heat, Wildfire Smoke Worse When Combined

And the negative effects harm low-income and nonwhite communities the most

FDA APPROVED FARAPULSE pulsed field ablation system over a photo of the device.

FDA OKs Farapulse Pulsed Field Ablation System for Intermittent Afib

Second catheter-based system approved for paroxysmal Afib

STS over a photo of Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, TX

CABG Surgeons Link Multi-Arterial Grafts to Patient Longevity

Short of a definitive trial, MAG proponents make do with national registry data

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

Cardiology Ups Diversity; Universal CVD Risk Predictor; 93-Year-Old Cardiologist

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

Surgical LAA Closure Rises to the Top in STS Guideline for Afib

Society strongly endorses concomitant LAA occlusion during cardiac surgery

A computer rendering of the deployment of a stent.

FFR-Guided PCI Saves $$ Clamping Down on Unnecessary Stents in MI Patients

Cost-effectiveness shown over angiographic guidance for complete revascularization

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Ibuprofen Fails Another Crack at Reducing Preemie Lung Issues and Deaths

A therapy to help babies with hole in heart is still lacking

Cardio Break over a computer rendering of a heart.

AI Tool Predicts PCI Outcomes; Shellfish Blood Clotter; Persuasive CAC Scan Images

Recent developments of interest in cardiovascular medicine

A photo of an electrocardiogram recording of atrial fibrillation

Afib Detected After Stroke: Link to Recurrent Events Questioned

ICM-flagged Afib not tied to repeat stroke in an already fairly anticoagulated population

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Sitting and Early Death; Dana-Farber Retracts Multiple Papers; Winter Weather Deaths

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 木瓜直播 staff

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