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The latest news from the world of cardiology — new research, landmark trials, conference highlights, and developments in heart medicine explained in plain language for patients and their families.

Leadless Pacemakers: A New Era in Cardiac Pacing
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Leadless Pacemakers: A New Era in Cardiac Pacing

Leadless pacemakers offer a promising alternative to traditional devices, no leads, no chest wound. Here's how they work.

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SVT: A Nasal Spray That Can Stop an Episode at Home

SVT: A Nasal Spray That Can Stop an Episode at Home

A nasal spray that can stop SVT episodes at home has shown promising trial results. Here's how it works and who it might help.

A Twice-Yearly Injection for High Blood Pressure: What the Research Shows

A Twice-Yearly Injection for High Blood Pressure: What the Research Shows

A new treatment uses RNA technology to lower blood pressure with a single injection every six months. Here is what the early evidence shows and what it means for patients.

Injectable Semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy): What the Major Trials Show and Who Benefits Most

Injectable Semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy): What the Major Trials Show and Who Benefits Most

Injectable semaglutide has moved from diabetes medicine to one of the most significant cardiovascular prevention advances in a decade. Here is what the major trials actually show.

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Microplastics and Your Heart: What a Landmark Study Tells Us

A major 2024 study found microplastics inside arterial plaques, and linked their presence to higher rates of heart attack and stroke. Here is what the findings mean.

by Kathy Marinias RN
Microplastics and Your Heart: What a Landmark Study Tells Us

Is There Something Fishy About Fish Oil?

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A recent study links regular fish oil supplements to increased cardiovascular risk in people without pre-existing heart disease. Here is what the findings mean for you.