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Nikhil Prasad  Jan 09, 2025  2 days ago
Medical News: Acute myocardial infarction (MI), commonly known as a heart attack, remains a pressing global health issue despite advances in modern medicine. Affecting millions each year, it poses a significant risk of mortality and long-term health complications. While life-saving treatments have improved survival rates, many survivors face subsequent complications, including heart failure, recur...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 07, 2025  4 days ago
Medical News: Myocardial infarction, commonly referred to as a heart attack, is one of the most significant cardiovascular emergencies. While traditionally linked to factors like age, lifestyle, and genetics, researchers have brought to light a concerning contributor: the use of specific drugs. Drug-induced myocardial infarction (MI) is a phenomenon that has become increasingly recognized, highlig...
Nikhil Prasad  Jan 04, 2025  8 days ago
Medical News: Viral myocarditis, a condition characterized by inflammation and damage to the heart muscle, poses a significant threat to young adults. With global cases estimated at 10 to 20 per 100,000 individuals, its prevalence is expected to rise significantly by 2030. Often caused by viral infections like Coxsackie B, this condition results in necrosis of cardiac cells, immune responses, and ...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 31, 2024  11 days ago
Health News: A groundbreaking study has highlighted the potential of black chokeberry juice (Aronia melanocarpa) in combating age-related changes in heart health. Conducted by researchers from multiple institutions in Bulgaria - including the Medical University of Plovdiv and the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences - this investigation sheds light on how a simple fruit juice could hold the key to health...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 29, 2024  13 days ago
Medical News: Unveiling the Link Between Acrylamide and Heart Health Acrylamide, a chemical compound formed in certain foods during high-temperature cooking, has long been under scrutiny for its potential health impacts. Predominantly found in fried, baked, or roasted items such as potato chips, bread, and coffee, acrylamide is produced through the Maillard reaction - a process involving amino ac...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 24, 2024  19 days ago
Medical News: The global pandemic brought on by COVID-19 has left lasting impressions on the medical world, not only for its respiratory effects but also for its implications on cardiovascular health. In an enlightening study conducted by researchers from the Second Affiliated Hospital of Wannan Medical College and the Vascular Diseases Research Center of Wannan Medical College in China, profound ...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 20, 2024  22 days ago
Medical News: COVID-19, caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus, has presented not only respiratory challenges but also significant cardiovascular complications. Research covered in this Medical News report from leading institutions, including the Department of Biosciences, Biotechnologies, and Biopharmaceutics at the University of Bari “Aldo Moro” in Italy, the Laboratory of General Physiology...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 08, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: Magnesium, an essential nutrient, has gained attention for its role in cardiovascular health. For decades, this mineral was overlooked, but recent studies have revealed its importance in preventing heart-related conditions. A new study sheds light on how magnesium impacts heart health, why many of us might not be getting enough, and what we can do about it. Magnesium and Heart H...
Nikhil Prasad  Dec 04, 2024  1 month ago
Medical News: A Hidden Key to Cardiac Disease Mitochondria, the tiny energy factories within our cells, play a crucial role in powering the heart. Scientists from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and Hygeia Hospital in Greece have reviewed how mitochondrial dysfunction significantly impacts cardiac health. This Medical News report aims to make this complex topic understandable t...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 27, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left an undeniable mark on global health, impacting virtually every organ system. A groundbreaking study now reveals a surprising cardiac complication linked to the virus: midventricular Takotsubo cardiomyopathy, an atypical and severe form of heart dysfunction. This condition, which mimics the effects of a heart attack, was uncovered using a sophisticated i...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 20, 2024  2 months ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: Researchers from Peking University in China, along with collaborators from institutions such as Xinjiang Medical University, Jinan University, and Shandong University, have discovered that Antrodia cinnamomea triterpenoids (ACT) - bioactive phytochemical compounds found in a medicinal mushroom - can significantly combat cardiac hypertrophy, a dangerous enlargement of the ...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 14, 2024  2 months ago
Herbs and Phytochemicals: Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, has become a serious concern globally. It often leads to a range of heart issues, including cardiac injury due to the breakdown and death of heart cells, known as cardiomyocyte apoptosis. High blood pressure often makes the heart work harder, causing strain that can lead to long-term damage. Researchers from the Academy...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 12, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Recent studies dive into the intricate role of the extracellular matrix (ECM) within our blood vessels and its contribution to the development and stability of atherosclerotic plaques. Researchers from Centro Cardiologico Monzino IRCCS in Milan, Italy, aim to unravel the ECM's influence on atherosclerosis and explore potential treatments that target ECM remodeling to stabilize bl...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 11, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Researchers Identify Significant Reduction in Premature Ventricular Contractions After GI Treatments In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Sathyamoorthy Lab, Department of Medicine at Burnett School of Medicine-USA, Texas Christian University (TCU)-USA, have uncovered a fascinating link between premature ventricular contractions (PVCs) - a common type of heart arrhythmia -...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 04, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Understanding Hyperkalemia and Why It Matters Hyperkalemia, an excess of potassium in the blood, can be a dangerous complication for people with heart conditions, diabetes, or chronic kidney disease. Potassium, a key mineral, helps regulate muscle and nerve function. However, when potassium levels rise too high, it can cause serious heart problems, including arrhythmias and even sud...
Nikhil Prasad  Nov 02, 2024  2 months ago
Medical News: Landiolol, a unique beta-blocker, is gaining attention for its effectiveness in managing heart rate for patients with atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial tachycardia (AT). This new treatment has shown promising results for those with heart failure conditions where controlling the heart rate can be challenging. A recent study led by researchers from Miyazaki Medical Association Hospit...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 28, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Researchers from G. D’Annunzio University in Italy and SS. Annunziata Hospital recently published an in-depth study examining Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF) and its connections with Cardiac Amyloidosis (CA). Both are significant health concerns, especially in older adults. This study aimed to uncover the links between these conditions and understand how ...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 23, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Heart failure (HF) is a growing concern worldwide, affecting millions of people. One of the primary factors influencing the progression of heart failure is the disruption of the delicate sodium and water balance in the body. When sodium levels rise, it leads to water retention, causing swelling or edema, which worsens heart failure symptoms. Although controlling congestion is critica...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 06, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Heart failure is a leading cause of hospitalization worldwide, particularly in older adults. Despite advancements in medical treatments, predicting long-term outcomes for patients with acute heart failure (AHF) remains challenging. Researchers from the University of Opole in Poland have explored the use of two biomarkers, NT-pro BNP and GDF-15, to improve outcome prediction in AHF pa...
Nikhil Prasad  Oct 01, 2024  3 months ago
Medical News: Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a common heart rhythm disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. This condition, if left untreated, can lead to severe complications such as stroke and heart failure. While much has been known about how electrical issues in the heart contribute to AF, recent research is shedding light on the surprising role that the body’s immune system, par...
Nikhil Prasad  Sep 22, 2024  4 months ago
Thailand Medical: In a groundbreaking study, scientists from Thailand and several international institutions have identified a rare non-coding variant in the SCN5A gene that plays a crucial role in the high prevalence of Brugada Syndrome (BrS) in the country. BrS is a serious cardiac condition that can cause sudden death, particularly in young adults. This study not only highlights a unique geneti...
Charles Tee  Sep 07, 2024  4 months ago
Medical News: A recent study conducted by researchers from the National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine in Moscow, Russia, has shed new light on the long-term effects of type 2 diabetes (T2D) on heart health, specifically subclinical left ventricular dysfunction (LVD). This Medical News report dives into the key findings of the study, which followed patients over a seve...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 09, 2024  5 months ago
COVID-19 News: The COVID-19 pandemic has left a significant impact on global health, and recent findings suggest a concerning link between COVID-19 and the development of atherosclerosis - a condition where the arteries become clogged with fatty substances, potentially leading to heart attacks and strokes. American study warns that COVID-19 is triggering the onset and progression of Atherosc...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 09, 2024  5 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide, posing significant challenges for medical professionals globally. A novel class of non-coding RNAs, known as circular RNAs (circRNAs), has emerged as a crucial player in understanding and potentially treating CVDs. Researchers from Tongji Hospital and Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science ...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 06, 2024  5 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Researchers from various prestigious institutions have discovered promising effects of pyridoxamine, a vitamin B6 analog, in alleviating heart damage caused by a Western diet in prediabetic rats. This Cardiology Updates news report delves into the study and its significant findings, making it comprehensible for everyone. Pyridoxamine combats heart damage in prediabetes The C...
Nikhil Prasad  Aug 05, 2024  5 months ago
Medical News: Researchers have long sought reliable biomarkers to predict the development and progression of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease (CAD). A recent systematic review conducted by a team from various Malaysian institutions sheds light on the role of Tissue Inhibitors of Metalloproteinases (TIMPs) in this context. This Medical News report delves into the findings of this compreh...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 31, 2024  5 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and Massachusetts General Hospital have made groundbreaking discoveries about the impact of transthyretin (TTR) levels on heart disease. This Cardiology Updates news report explores how TTR levels, influenced by genetic factors, can predict heart failure and mortality, offering new avenues for prevention and treatme...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 29, 2024  6 months ago
Cardiology Updates - A Glimpse into Heart Failure Heart failure is a serious condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the heart is unable to pump blood effectively, leading to a range of health issues. Researchers are constantly looking for new ways to understand and treat this condition. This Cardiology Updates news article highlights a recent study that sheds light on...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 26, 2024  6 months ago
Medical News: Native valve infective endocarditis (NVE) is an infection that targets the inner lining of the heart's valves. Once considered a disease primarily affecting young or middle-aged adults with underlying conditions such as rheumatic heart disease or congenital heart defects, it now predominantly impacts older adults. This Medical News report explores the latest findings on NVE, high...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 23, 2024  6 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Heart failure (HF) remains a leading cause of illness and death worldwide, affecting millions of people. Despite advances in medical treatments, the need for better tools to predict outcomes in HF patients is crucial. A recent study sheds light on phenylalanine (PHE), an amino acid, as a significant marker in understanding and predicting heart failure outcomes. The role of...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 22, 2024  6 months ago
Cardiology Updates: In an era where cardiovascular health is a pressing concern, researchers have embarked on an extensive study to determine whether low-dose aspirin can effectively prevent heart attacks and strokes. This Cardiology Updates news report delves into a comprehensive nationwide study that provides new insights into the use of aspirin for preventing these serious health events. K...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 18, 2024  6 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Natural Solutions in Medicine Diabetic cardiomyopathy, a heart condition linked to diabetes, affects millions worldwide. Despite advances in medical science, effective treatments remain elusive. This Cardiology Updates news report highlights an exciting new study exploring a natural solution - Phoenix dactylifera, commonly known as the date palm. Extract From Date Palm Sh...
Nikhi Prasad  Jul 09, 2024  6 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death worldwide. Recent research has shed light on a protein known as Specificity Protein 1 (SP1) and its significant role in the development and progression of various cardiovascular diseases. This Cardiology Updates news report delves into the findings of a comprehensive review by researchers Dr Jie Ding, Dr Aminah I. Fayyaz,...
Nikhil Prasad  Jul 03, 2024  6 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Understanding Blood Pressure and Aortic Stenosis Recent research has shed light on the relationship between blood pressure fluctuations and aortic stenosis, a common heart valve disease. The study, which analyzed data from over nine million people in Korea, found that those with higher variations in systolic blood pressure (the top number in a blood pressure reading) are at an...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 23, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Iron is essential for our bodies, playing a key role in various functions, from transporting oxygen to producing energy in cells. However, too much iron can be harmful, leading to a form of cell death known as ferroptosis. This Cardiology Updates news report explores a recent study that uncovers the impact of iron overload on heart cells and how it triggers a harmful chain reac...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 22, 2024  7 months ago
COVID-19 News: Heart disease, particularly atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), is a major cause of death worldwide. This condition involves the hardening and narrowing of arteries due to plaque buildup. Recent research has uncovered a significant interaction between ASCVD and COVID-19, the disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. This COVID-19 News report covers a new study by researche...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 21, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death globally, affecting millions of people each year. Among various heart conditions, dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) is particularly challenging. DCM weakens the heart muscle, causing it to enlarge and struggle with pumping blood efficiently, leading to heart failure and often necessitating a heart transplant. However, recent r...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 18, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Heart attacks, medically known as myocardial infarctions (MI), are life-threatening events caused by the sudden blockage of a coronary artery. This blockage stops the flow of oxygen-rich blood to a part of the heart muscle, causing damage or death to the tissue. Following a heart attack, the body’s response involves the formation of a fibrotic scar, crucial for the healin...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 17, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Recent research has unveiled a fascinating player in the early stages of heart development. A small molecule known as miR-1, a type of microRNA, has been identified as a key regulator in the differentiation of the heart's sinoatrial region. This discovery that is covered in this Cardiology Updates news report could have significant implications for understanding heart forma...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 13, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Understanding the critical roles played by various proteins in our body can unveil the mysteries behind many diseases. One such essential protein is the Valosin-Containing Protein (VCP). A recent study that is covered in this Cardiology Updates news report, highlights the dramatic impact of VCP deficiency on heart health, revealing how its absence can lead to severe heart failu...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 11, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: A New Approach to Cardiac Arrest Treatment In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the University of Utah School of Medicine and The Ohio State University have found that early administration of intramuscular (IM) adrenaline significantly improves survival rates for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) patients. This innovative approach could revolutionize emergency medic...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 08, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Every fourth person you know likely has a small hole in their heart. This isn't a metaphor but a real condition known as a patent foramen ovale (PFO). While it sounds alarming, many people live their entire lives without knowing they have it. However, this seemingly innocent hole can pose serious health risks, including strokes, heart attacks, and other embolic events. Dr B...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 07, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: A Simple Amino Acid with a Big Impact Glycine, the simplest amino acid with a single hydrogen atom as its side chain, is more than just a building block for proteins. This tiny molecule plays crucial roles in various metabolic functions and has significant therapeutic potential, particularly for cardiovascular health. A recent study by researchers from the Autonomous Universit...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 04, 2024  7 months ago
Medical News: A recent study conducted by Skylitseio General Hospital of Chios and AHEPA University General Hospital in Thessaloniki, Greece, has brought encouraging news for patients suffering from recent-onset atrial fibrillation (AF). The research that is covered in this Medical News report, aimed at evaluating the efficacy and safety of intravenous (IV) flecainide combined with oral beta-block...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 04, 2024  7 months ago
Herbs And Phytochemicals: In a significant breakthrough, researchers from the Institute of Integration of Traditional and Western Medicine at Guangzhou Medical University and the School of Chinese Medicine at Hong Kong Baptist University have unveiled a traditional Chinese herb, Ilex pubescens (IPES), that shows remarkable cardioprotective effects post-myocardial infarction (MI). This discovery op...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 02, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Scientists from Northwestern Medicine have made a groundbreaking discovery in the field of heart disease treatment. They've found a way to regenerate damaged heart muscle cells in mice, a development that could revolutionize the treatment of congenital heart defects in children and heart attack damage in adults. New Method Discovered for Heart Cell Regeneration The Chall...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 02, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: The Kynurenine Pathway (KP) is a crucial metabolic route that processes the amino acid tryptophan in our bodies. It has significant roles in various bodily functions and diseases, including cardiovascular diseases. This Cardiology Updates report delves into the intricate workings of the KP, its impact on heart health, and the potential it holds for future medical advancements b...
Nikhil Prasad  Jun 02, 2024  7 months ago
Cardiology Updates: Researchers in China have made a significant breakthrough in understanding and diagnosing a dangerous heart condition known as Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy (ARVC). This disease, which can cause sudden cardiac death and severe heart failure, has been difficult to diagnose and treat due to its complex nature. The team, led by the Chinese Academy of Medical Scie...
Nikhil Prasad  May 31, 2024  8 months ago
Cardiology Updates: The Rising Concern of Heart Failure Heart failure (HF) is a chronic condition affecting millions worldwide, leading to debilitating symptoms, reduced quality of life, and increased mortality. The prevalence of HF is on the rise, primarily due to the increasing rates of metabolic diseases like obesity and type-2 diabetes mellitus. Despite advancements in preventive strategies a...
Nikhil Prasad  May 29, 2024  8 months ago
Health News: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) stand as the leading cause of death globally, responsible for an estimated 18.6 million deaths annually. These diseases, defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a group of conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels, range from cerebrovascular disease to congenital heart defects. While pharmaceutical treatments exist, their long-term use c...
Nikhil Prasad  May 29, 2024  8 months ago
Medical News: MicroRNAs (miRNAs) have emerged as pivotal regulators in various diseases, including cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). These tiny non-coding RNAs play significant roles in gene expression, influencing disease development and progression. In parallel, reactive oxygen species (ROS) and oxidative stress are well-known contributors to CVDs. This Medical News report explores the intricate r...
Nikhil Prasad  May 29, 2024  8 months ago
Diets And Nutrition: Heart failure (HF) is a prevalent condition that often leads to a complex interplay of cardiac and non-cardiac comorbidities, significantly impacting patients' health and quality of life. Recent research has highlighted the role of inflammation in the progression of HF, making the modulation of inflammatory markers a promising therapeutic target. A Diets And Nutrition stud...
Nikhil Prasad  May 27, 2024  8 months ago
Medical News: Myocarditis, an inflammatory disease affecting the heart muscle, presents a diagnostic challenge due to its heterogeneous nature. Defined as an inflammatory condition of the myocardium, it can manifest through various clinical presentations and etiologies. The 2013 consensus document from the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Working Group on Myocardial and Pericardial Diseases of...
Nikhil Prasad  May 26, 2024  8 months ago
Cardiac fibrosis, a condition characterized by the thickening and scarring of the heart tissue, is a major contributor to heart failure and other cardiac diseases. Researchers from Taipei Medical University, National Defense Medical Center, and Wan Fang Hospital in Taiwan have uncovered a crucial player in this process: a microRNA known as miR-452-5p. Their findings shed light on how this tiny mol...
Nikhil Prasad  May 01, 2024  9 months ago
Cardiology News: A new study conducted by the University of Queensland has unearthed startling statistics regarding patients hospitalized for heart arrhythmia. Specifically, the study focused on atrial fibrillation (AF) and atrial flutter, both common forms of heart rhythm disorders. Led by Dr Linh Ngo from University of Queensland’s Faculty of Medicine, the research which is covered in this...

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