Researchers found that flu vaccination is associated with a 18% reduced risk of death from all causes, a 16% reduced risk of cardiovascular deaths, and a 10% reduced risk of heart attacks or strokes in patients with high blood pressure.
The THEMIS trial found that ticagrelor, when added to aspirin, reduced the risk of cardiovascular death, heart attack, or stroke by 10% in patients with stable coronary artery disease and diabetes. However, patients taking dual antiplatelet therapy also experienced a greater risk of major bleeding.
A recent study found that caregivers of stroke survivors who exhibit symptoms of depression are at a higher risk of experiencing their own physical health challenges. The research emphasizes the importance of addressing depressive symptoms in caregivers and suggests implementing self-care programs to mitigate this risk.
A recent study found that fewer than 4% of relatives receive information on family screening that could prevent further deaths. Early systematic investigations are crucial to understanding the underlying cause of sudden cardiac arrest, but often lack core testing such as CT scans and echocardiography.
A study by the European Society of Cardiology found a strong link between childhood risk factors and adult cardiovascular disease. Children with higher levels of serum cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), or who smoke have a significantly increased risk of heart attacks and strokes in adulthood.