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06/17/2026

Repost from Cardiovascular Business Reducing the activity of a specific protein could provide significant relief for many heart failure patients.

Cardiology has been shifting from reactionary treatment strategies to a greater emphasis on prevention. This is an especially important trend in heart failure, which is associated with high costs and rising hospitalization rates.

06/16/2026

Repost from Cleveland Clinic DASH stands for “Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension.” This eating plan was designed to lower the risk of hypertension (high blood pressure). High blood pressure affects 1 in 3 U.S. adults and is a major risk factor for heart disease.

When you follow the DASH diet, you consume higher amounts of potassium — a heart-healthy mineral. You also consume less sodium, which can help lower your blood pressure and improve heart health.

06/15/2026

Repost from GoodRx Despite its prevalence within certain families, many people don’t know they have hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM).

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a type of heart disease that’s usually inherited.

06/12/2026

Repost from American Heart Association Quench your thirst with less added sugar with these 4 tips.

06/11/2026

Repost from University Hospitals New data shows that strokes increased nearly 15% in people ages 18 – 44 in the last decade. Dr. Cathy Sila, a stroke specialist, explains why.

While strokes are often associated with older adults, younger people are experiencing them more frequently.

06/10/2026

Repost from Cleveland Clinic Did you know heart health plays a major role in longevity? According to our new survey, Americans are optimistic about aging well but unsure about heart disease risk and often overlook risk factors.

Learn more: https://cle.clinic/4amyBCO

06/09/2026

Repost from Harvard Health Publishing Eggs might not contribute to high levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol as previously thought, according to a study published in the July 2025 issue of The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Instead, the amount of saturated fat in one’s diet is the greater health concern.

A 2025 study found that eating large amounts of saturated fat raised LDL (andamp;ldquo;bad") cholesterol levels in the body but dietary cholesterol from eggs did not....

06/08/2026

Repost from American College of Cardiology With front‑of‑package (FOP) nutrition labeling gaining prominence as a practical strategy to support healthier eating patterns, 🆕 ACC Concise Clinical Guidance underscores its potential to help reduce risk. By drawing attention to key nutrients like sodium, saturated fat and added sugars, the report highlights how FOP labeling can serve as a catalyst for empowering consumers to make healthier, more informed dietary choices.

Find out more in : https://bit.ly/49QBsUv

06/05/2026

Repost from American Heart Association Everyone deserves the chance to live a longer, healthier life. But barriers in care, chronic stress and lack of representation in clinical research can put communities at greater risk for heart disease and stroke. We're working together with LGBTQ+ communities to share tools and training to change the future of health for everyone, everywhere.

06/04/2026

Repost from World Health Organization (WHO) Regular physical activity has significant benefits for health.

It can decrease people's risk of:
💔 Cardiovascular diseases
💔 Cancers
💔 Diabetes type 2
💔 Dementia

Every move counts!