FDA Approves Imaging Drug to Evaluate for Myocardial Ischemia and Infarction
The FDA has approved a radioactive diagnostic drug to evaluate myocardial ischemia and infarction in adults with known or suspected coronary artery disease.
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Author: Alyx Arnett
IVF Babies at 36% Higher Risk of Major Heart Defects
A study of over 7.7 million children found that heart defects were around 36% more common in babies born after assisted reproduction.
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Experts Warn of Rising Heart Failure Rates, Especially Among Younger Adults
The proportion of younger heart failure patients aged 35-64 is rising, with mortality increasing faster in this group compared to older adults.
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Metal Exposure Poses Heart Risks Comparable to Smoking, Study Finds
Metals in the body from environmental pollutants are associated with the progression of harmful plaque buildup in the arteries.
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Quitting Smoking Lowers Atrial Fibrillation Risk
Surprisingly, researchers found that those who quit smoking during the study had an 18% lower risk of AFib than people who smoked.
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