Inflammatory Bowel Disease Linked to Increased Risk of VTE, CVD, and HF
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is associated with a 2.5-fold increase of venous thromboembolism (VTE), a 1.2-fold increased risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), and...
Study Describes a Casual Link Between Obesity and Cancer
A recent study shows a link between obesity and cancer. The study, published in journal Obesity, suggests that inflammatory cells that possess immunosuppressive properties...
Ceramide Levels in Adipose Tissue Stabilize with Liraglutide, Study Shows
Elevated levels of the lipid ceramide, which increase mortality risk for cardiovascular disease, were held in check by liraglutide, according to new study results. "We...
STRENGTH: Omega-3 Fatty Acids Fail To Improve CV Outcomes
A new analysis suggests that omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) failed to significantly improve cardiovascular outcomes compared with corn...
Cardio Round-up: Sugary Drinks Bad; Opioid Treatments Good for Endocarditis; and More
Check out this week's roundup for some interesting food-and-beverage-related updates, and a potential benefit from the administration of drugs used for opioid treatment. --
Opioid Treatment,...
2019 In Cardiology: Apple Heart Study Lands; Icosapent Ethyl Gets FDA Nod for New...
Another year in the books, and there were some important news stories in cardiology this year. 2091 carried big news for a few drug therapies
E-Cigarettes Take a Dangerous Toll on Heart Health
Electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) use negatively impacts heart disease risk factors such as cholesterol, triglycerides and blood sugar levels, according to new research being presented...