Researchers Uncover Key to Heart Regeneration After Heart Attacks
New research identifies a possible method to prevent permanent scarring and heart failure after a myocardial infarction. A recent study conducted by researchers at Massachusetts…
Heart Attack News
A heart attack, medically known as myocardial infarction, occurs when blood flow to a part of the heart is blocked for a long enough time to cause significant damage to the heart muscle. This is most often caused by the buildup of plaque (a mix of fat, cholesterol, and other substances) in the coronary arteries, which can rupture and form a clot that impedes blood flow. The lack of oxygen-rich blood can lead to the death of heart muscle cells, a condition that is potentially life-threatening. Symptoms of a heart attack can vary but often include chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea, and cold sweats. Prompt medical treatment is critical to restore blood flow and minimize heart damage. Lifestyle changes, medication, and in some cases, surgical interventions are common post-heart attack strategies to prevent future attacks and improve heart health.
Can Heart Damage Be Reversed? New Research Offers Hope
Scientists have developed a method to regenerate heart muscle cells in mice, potentially offering new treatments for heart defects and heart attack recovery. Researchers at…
Warning: Popular Sugar-Free Sweetener Linked to Heart Attacks and Strokes
High xylitol levels may increase cardiovascular risks by promoting clotting, according to Cleveland Clinic research. Xylitol is a common zero-calorie sweetener found in sugar-free candy and…
Think Smoking Cannabis Won’t Damage Your Heart? Think Again
Researchers find smoking marijuana poses similar cardiac risks to tobacco, with increased legalization leading to potential heart health issues. Daily users face higher risks of…
Heart Attack Alert: How a Standard Blood Test Could Save Your Life
By analyzing the outcomes of a routine blood test with an online tool, you can determine your elevated risk of experiencing a heart attack in…
Unveiling the Hidden Heart Risks in Cannabis Smoke
NIH-funded observational study shows risk grows sharply with more frequent use. Frequent cannabis smoking may significantly increase a person’s risk for heart attack and stroke,…
New Heart Disease Research Challenges Current Aspirin Guidelines
Analysis of results from international trials question whether current aspirin recommendations apply to all patients. Researchers in heart disease have identified a group of patients…
Cannabis and Heart Health: A Troubling Connection Uncovered
More frequent use of cannabis was associated with higher odds of adverse cardiovascular outcomes, finds a new study in the Journal of the American Heart…
Prescribing Danger? New Study Shows That a Common Heart Attack Medication Is Failing Many
Clopidogrel is a commonly prescribed medication for preventing subsequent heart attacks after the first occurrence. For it to work effectively, it must be activated within the…
A “Silent Killer” With No Treatment – Scientists Develop Game-Changing Drug
A new drug presents the world’s first treatment for Lipoprotein(a), a predominantly genetic type of cholesterol that elevates the risk of cardiac arrest or stroke….
Shock to the Heart: Defibrillators Boost Cardiac Arrest Survival Even With Fast Ambulance Arrival
Using a defibrillator on a cardiac arrest victim improves 30-day survival even when the ambulance response times are as short as two minutes. This revelation…
Recent Study Questions Safety of New Anti-Osteoporosis Drug
The study analyzed the genetic data of nearly 34,000 people. A study led by the University of Bristol, recently published in Arthritis & Rheumatology, highlights…
Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Risk of Heart Attacks and Major Cardiovascular Events
Findings show monthly vitamin D may prevent heart attacks in over 60s. Vitamin D supplements may reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events such as…
Two Years of Life – The Hidden Cost of COVID for Heart Attack Patients
A study recently published in the European Heart Journal – Quality of Care and Clinical Outcomes, a journal of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC),…
Johns Hopkins Research Links Heart Attacks With Faster Cognitive Decline
Research by Johns Hopkins Medicine, published in JAMA Neurology, shows a link between heart attacks and faster cognitive decline over the years following the event….
Ladies First: Women More Likely To Die After Heart Attack Than Men
According to a study presented at Heart Failure 2023, women are over twice as likely to die after a heart attack compared to men. This…
Double Danger for Young Women: High Risk of Rehospitalization After Heart Attack
NIH-supported findings identify risk factors in women and suggest the need for closer monitoring. A study funded by the National Institutes of Health shows that…
New Study: Aircraft Noise Can Damage the Heart
New research indicates that aircraft noise exacerbates the damage caused by myocardial infarction. Traffic noise may be a significant factor in the progression and worsening…