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Public health agencies across the UK should launch a National Covid-19 Resilience Programme to support older people through the pandemic and to keep them healthy and resilient over the winter - that's the recommendation from a leading group of scientists and clinicians working in the fields of physiology, nutrition and physiotherapy.
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- Nearly one-third of racial disparities in treating high blood pressure may stem from inequities in treatment intensification, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2020. The meeting will be held virtually, Friday, November 13 - Tuesday, November 17, 2020, and is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research and evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science for health care worldwide.
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- Increasing rates of food insecurity in counties across the U.S. are independently associated with an increase in cardiovascular death rates among adults between the ages of 20 and 64, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2020. The meeting will be held virtually, Friday, November 13 - Tuesday, November 17, 2020, and is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research, evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science for health care worldwide.
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/5 a.m. ET Monday, Nov. 9, 2020
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/5 a.m. ET, Monday, Nov. 9, 2020
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- Lifestyle habits including eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and not smoking can reduce the risk of death, even for people taking multiple medications, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2020. The meeting will be held virtually, Friday, November 13 - Tuesday, November 17, 2020, and is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research and evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science for health care worldwide.
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- One-third of people using e-cigarettes or related products reported symptoms associated with lung or respiratory tract impact or injury, according to an analysis of a 2016 national survey, to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2020. The meeting will be held virtually, Friday, November 13 - Tuesday, November 17, 2020, and is a premier global exchange of the latest scientific advancements, research and evidence-based clinical practice updates in cardiovascular science for health care worldwide.
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/5 a.m. ET Monday, Nov. 9, 2020
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/5 a.m. ET Monday, Nov. 9, 2020
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- Remote or virtual cardiovascular or cardiac rehabilitation programs using tele-counseling with specialists, provided via telephone or mobile apps and web-based technology, were found to be as effective as on-site programs offered in hospitals, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2020.
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect people around the globe, research is ongoing to facilitate a greater understanding of the virus to improve patient care and outcomes. Heart health and medications and the potential role each have on patients with COVID-19 have been the focus of hundreds of studies. The American Heart Association will host experts presenting the latest COVID-19 research at its Scientific Sessions 2020; two studies are highlighted below.
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/ 5 a.m. ET, Monday, Nov. 9, 2020
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- Centhaquine, a new medication to treat patients who have severe blood or fluid loss, significantly improved outcomes and reduced death rate when added to standard of care, compared to standard care alone, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Resuscitation Science Symposium 2020. The virtual meeting is November 14-16 and will feature the most recent advances related to treating cardiopulmonary arrest and life-threatening traumatic injury.
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT/5 a.m. ET, Monday, Nov. 9, 2020
DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2020 -- Exposure to higher ozone concentrations in the air is significantly associated with a higher risk of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Resuscitation Science Symposium 2020. The virtual meeting is November 14-16, 2020 and will feature the most recent advances related to treating cardiopulmonary arrest and life-threatening traumatic injury.
Embargoed until 4 a.m. CT / 5 a.m. ET Nov. 9, 2020