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A closer look at the impact of COVID-19 on cardio-oncology
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Lauren Baldassarre, MD, and members of the Cardio-Oncology and Imaging Councils of the American College of Cardiology shared recommendations regarding the cardiovascular care of COVID-19-positive patients.
4 Feb 2021
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Clots, Strokes And Rashes. Is COVID-19 A Disease Of The Blood Vessels?
Whether it's strange rashes on the toes or blood clots in the brain, the widespread ravages of COVID-19 have increasingly led researchers to focus on how the novel coronavirus sabotages the body's blood vessels.
Source: NPR
5 Nov 2020
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Can a cancer drug treat a rare cardiac disease?
A study by a Yale scientis suggests that dasatinib and similar drugs at low doses could be effective treatment for cardiovascular defects related to Noonan syndrome (NS), a genetic disorder that results in severe heart defects, and should be considered for clinical trials.
19 Dec 2016
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Women’s Health Research at Yale to fund four new studies
Women’s Health Research at Yale (WHRY) today announced funding for studies to tackle ovarian cancer, heart attacks, obesity, and the effect of cannabis on the brain.
19 May 2016
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Renalase: uncloaking melanoma cancer cells
Eleven years ago, Yale scientist Gary Desir MD and his team were conducting heart disease research when they discovered a naturally occurring protein circulating at high levels in plasma. Since the protein was secreted by the kidneys and metabolized adrenaline, they named it renalase and gave it a closer look.
10 May 2016
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Yale team screens cardiac drugs that also attack cancer
Several drugs now being used to treat heart failure and atrial arrhythmia also show promise as DNA disruptors in cancer cells and could be readily repurposed as anticancer agents, according to a new study by Yale researchers.
14 Mar 2016
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Four cups a day keeps the doctor away
Improved cardiovascular health and decreased likelihood of liver cancer, Parkinson’s disease and Type II diabetes are all potential benefits of regular coffee consumption, according to the Mayo Clinic. But a new Yale study may have recognized another health benefit: skin cancer protection.
Source: Yale Daily News
10 Feb 2015
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Heart failure in older breast cancer patients linked to medication
Heart failure is a relatively common complication in older women with breast cancer, but the risk is even higher in those patients treated with adjuvant trastuzumab (Herceptin©), Yale School of Medicine researchers report in the current issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.
14 Nov 2012
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Four medical students explore vascular health outcomes research at Yale
Yale medical students develop clinical and research skills at Yale’s Vascular Medicine OutcomeS (VAMOS) lab.
8 Feb 2023
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Reducing Cardiovascular Disease Risk During American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month, an opportunity for all people to focus on their heart health. With education and healthy lifestyle changes, the risk of cardiovascular disease can be reduced. Here are answers to four timely heart health questions.
6 Feb 2023
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Women Advocate for Heart Awareness on National Wear Red Day
Men and women are encouraged to wear red to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease and help save lives.
Source: NBC Connecticut
3 Feb 2023
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Why are post-TAVR stroke rates higher at comprehensive stroke centers?
Comprehensive stroke centers are associated with higher in-hospital stroke rates after transcatheter aortic valve replacement, according to a new analysis published in JACC: Cardiovascular Interventions.
Source: Cardiovascular Business
1 Feb 2023
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JSCAI January/February 2023 Issue Features Lithotripsy-assisted TMVR and Pulmonary Embolism
The Journal of the Society for Cardiovascular Angiography & Interventions (JSCAI) January/February 2023 issue is now available.
30 Jan 2023
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Yale Study Finds Aging of Bone Marrow Accelerates Atherosclerotic Plaque Formation
Aged bone marrow promotes the expansion of arterial smooth muscle cells and exacerbates the build-up of fatty deposits in artery walls, a new Yale study found.
30 Jan 2023
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Post-TAVR strokes reported more frequently in comprehensive stroke centers
In a cohort of patients who had transcatheter aortic valve replacement, post-TAVR stroke was more common at institutions designated as comprehensive stroke centers, researchers reported.
Source: Healio
27 Jan 2023
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Comparison of diuretics shows no difference in heart failure survival
NIH-funded clinical trial underscores need for better treatments for heart failure.
Source: National Institutes of Health
17 Jan 2023
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Yale Expert Talks About Importance of Heart Health
Dr. Erica Spatz discusses sudden cardiac death.
Source: NBC Connecticut
13 Jan 2023
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Fact check: No proof of link between Bills player Damar Hamlin's cardiac arrest, COVID-19 vaccine
Sudden cardiac arrest can be caused by underlying cardiac problems such as abnormalities of the heart’s muscle or electrical system.
Source: USA TODAY
12 Jan 2023
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Cardiologists push for a more diverse, inclusive healthcare workforce
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a disproportionately negative impact on racially and ethnically diverse patient populations. Inspired by this trend, representatives from the Association of Black Cardiologists hosted a virtual roundtable focused on increasing diversity in the healthcare workforce and improving patient care.
Source: Cardiovascular Business
12 Jan 2023
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A Therapeutic Target for High Blood Pressure Control
Yale researchers have identified a potential target for the development of antihypertensive drugs.
11 Jan 2023