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HIV Infection May Increase Risk for Atrial Fibrillation

HIV infection is independently associated with an increased risk for atrial fibrillation.

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Typical MI Symptoms Have Greater Predictive Value in Women vs Men

Typical symptoms of myocardial infarction are more common and have greater predictive value in women than in men.

Nine States Now Have an Obesity Rate Above 35%

The number of US states with adult obesity rates above 35% reached an all-time high of nine in 2018.

Ventricular Dysfunction Predicts Survival in Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia

Ventricular dysfunction that occurs in newborns within 48 hours of life with congenital diaphragmatic hernia is common and may represent an independent indicator of disease severity and associated survival.

Pharmacodynamics of Adjunctive Vorapaxar With DAPT in Type 2 Diabetes

Investigators examined the effects of vorapaxar on thrombotic cardiovascular events in patients with atherosclerotic disease and type 2 diabetes.

How Do Patterns of Change in Cardiovascular Health Affect Risk for T2D?

Changes in cardiovascular health over time may affect risk for type 2 diabetes and impaired fasting glucose.

Occasional Napping Linked to Lower Risk for Cardiovascular Events

Napping once or twice per week is associated with a lower risk for incident cardiovascular disease events.

AMA Urges General Public to Avoid E-Cigarette Use

Americans should not use electronic cigarettes while health officials investigate cases of severe lung illness that may be linked to the devices.

Novel Risk Model Predicts Sudden Cardiac Death Risk in Childhood HCM

Investigators sought to create a risk prediction tool for sudden cardiac death in children with childhood hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

World Trade Center Site Exposure Linked to Lasting CVD Risk

Greater exposure to the World Trade Center (WTC) site is associated with increased long-term CVD risk.

ESC Updates Guidelines for Managing CVD in Those With Diabetes

In updated guidelines developed by the ESC, in collaboration with the European Association for the Study of Diabetes, recommendations are presented for the prevention and management of CVD in diabetes.