More articles about: Preventive Cardiology
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Antiphospholipid antibodies may increase heart disease risk in healthy people
New research from Michigan Medicine suggests that antiphospholipid antibodies may increase the risk of heart disease in otherwise healthy people. Learn more about the study and its implications for heart health.
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Can a wearable device make an impact on your heart health?
From heart arrhythmias, high blood pressure and heart failure, mobile apps can provide a snapshot into heart disease
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Thyroid hormone treatment intensity linked to increased risk of cardiovascular mortality
The findings highlight the importance of regular monitoring of thyroid function and prompt correction of over- and under-treatment with thyroid hormone to reduce patient harm.
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COVID-19: Where do we go from here?
The CDC’s recent reframing for measuring COVID-19 risk levels has led to changed guidance for mask wearing. The move has left many wondering how to navigate a world where the COVID pandemic is not quite over but is trending toward becoming endemic.
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4-year-old’s sudden cardiac arrest reveals life-threatening heart arrythmia  
Ireland never showed any symptoms of her rare congenital heart condition until it caused her to collapse after playing outside.
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Doctor revives fellow hockey player after cardiac arrest during game
Fast action by pediatric cardiologist, access to an AED save 47-year-old father of three’s life on the ice. 
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Making the case for more diversity in genetic research
A new publication shows how more varied samples push science even further than homogeneous studies of the past.
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DNA testing at the doctor’s office
A human genetics experts discusses how these DNA tests might be useful in practice and what cautions remain.
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Ditching tobacco for your surgery
Providers across Michigan took action to get their patients to quit smoking before going under the knife.
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Community group looks to improve sudden cardiac arrest response
A group of survivors, physicians and first responders want to change attitudes around CPR and improve the “chain of survival” for cardiac arrest.
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Cholesterol: The Good, the Bad and What to Do About It
A cardiology specialist weighs on what you need to know.
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5 Reasons to Embrace At-Home Cardiac Rehab
Your in-person cardiac rehabilitation program might be suspended for now, but that’s no reason you can’t work out at home. Find out why being your own personal coach is more important now than ever. 
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5 Eating Tips for a Healthy Heart
Taking care of your heart by eating healthy isn’t so hard once you understand what it all means. A nutritionist explains.
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Big Data Advances Research, But It Shouldn’t Do So at the Cost of Privacy
Health data collected from apps or wearable devices could revolutionize personalized healthcare, but the lack of legal protections related to this technology could lead to personal health information becoming available to unscrupulous third parties.
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How to Check Your Blood Pressure at Home
Taking your blood pressure at home can be an essential part of your health care maintenance. Learn how to monitor your blood pressure accurately at home with these seven easy steps.