SHOCKING: Heart failure - You Need To See This

Taking Jardiance, Farxiga or Another SGLT2 Pill? Your Next Blood Test May Show Slightly Higher Hemoglobin Levels

A JAMA review of 85 randomized trials found SGLT2 inhibitors modestly increased hemoglobin and hematocrit, offering context for lab results while emphasizing uncertain clinical significance and medical follow-up.

Medical Daily · Oct 28

Two Copies of CD36 Variant Linked to Nearly Fivefold Dilated Cardiomyopathy Odds in People of African Ancestry

A JAMA study links two copies of a common CD36 variant to nearly fivefold odds of dilated cardiomyopathy in people of African ancestry. What it means.

Medical Daily · Oct 21

Blood pressure rising: over 50% of Nigerians we tested had hypertension and over 65% didn’t know it

Hypertension – persistent high blood pressure – is one of the biggest contributors to strokes, heart failure and cardiac arrests. It claims more than 10 million lives every year worldwide. But it’s a largely treatable condition, manageable with relatively cheap medication and simple lifestyle changes.

The Conversation · Oct 18

Benjamin Satterley death: From Bray Wyatt to Andre the Giant to Chyna, WWE stars who died before the age of 50

Benjamin Satterley, a talented professional wrestler from England, passed away at the age of 40. All Elite Wrestling confirmed the sad news but did not disclose the circumstances surrounding his death. Known for his aerial techniques, Satterley wrestled under various aliases, including Pac and Adrian Neville. Throughout his illustrious career,…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Grandfather died on Singapore Airlines flight as a result of ‘physiological effect’ from turbulence

Geoff Kitchen died from heart failure while onboard the Singapore Airlines flight two years ago

The Independent UK · Sep 23

5 Retina Changes That May Reveal Your Heart Risk

What if a doctor could spot clues about your heart without looking directly at your heart? The answer may be sitting at the back of your eye. The retina contains a dense network of tiny blood vessels, and researchers are studying whether changes in these vessels can reveal signs linked…

MyLifeXP · Sep 18

Medicare's ACCESS Model Adds Heart Failure, COPD, Addiction, and Tobacco Tracks for Original Medicare Patients in April 2027

Medicare's ACCESS model will add heart failure, COPD, addiction, and tobacco tracks in April 2027. Who qualifies, what it costs, and how to sign up.

Medical Daily · Sep 17

Medicare Expands Voluntary Tech-Based ACCESS Model to Heart Failure, COPD, and Addiction Care in Spring 2027

Medicare's ACCESS model adds heart failure, COPD, addiction, and tobacco tracks in spring 2027. Who qualifies, what it may cost, and what to check.

Medical Daily · Sep 17

Cardiovascular Disease Overtakes Cancer as Top Killer of U.S. Hispanic Adults, with Heart Failure Diagnosed Years Earlier

Cardiovascular disease now kills more U.S. Hispanic adults than cancer, a new AHA statement says. See who is at risk and what families can do now.

Medical Daily · Sep 16

Cardiovascular Disease Now Kills More Hispanic Adults Than Cancer as Diabetes and Blood Pressure Risks Start Younger

An American Heart Association statement says cardiovascular disease now tops cancer as the leading killer of Hispanic adults in the U.S., with risks appearing earlier.

Medical Daily · Sep 16