Report Highlights National Cardiovascular Trends in 2014
Data from four registries shows effectiveness of care and identifies areas with room for improvement
Obesity Underrepresented in Medical Licensing Exams
Exam items primarily address diagnosis and treatment of obesity-related comorbid conditions
ECG Could Be Used As Password for E-Health Record Access
Researchers say heartbeat could serve as a secure 'password' for patient's electronic medical history
Less Sitting Time Can Be Initial Step in Total Fitness Plan
Study supports physicians in advising male patients to reduce sitting time to help avoid obesity
Survival Rates High for Older Patients With ICDs
Nearly 80 percent of patients were alive two years after reveiving device
Soft Robotic Sleeve Can Replicate Heart’s Natural Rhythm
Device found to support heart function in a porcine model of acute heart failure
17 Million U.S. Adults May Have Masked Hypertension
Masked hypertension more common among males, those with diabetes, older adults
Hypertension Onset After Age 80 May Protect Against Dementia
Association independent of antihypertensive medication use
Brief Bouts of Exercise Can Reduce Inflammation
20 minutes on a treadmill linked to drop in immune cells tied to inflammation
Health, Economic Impact of CVD Preventive Services Varies
Highest health impact for hypertension screening and treatment, lowest for aspirin counseling
