Primary and secondary cardiovascular disease prevention interventions targeting lifestyle risk factors in women: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Primary and secondary cardiovascular disease prevention interventions targeting lifestyle risk factors in women: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Introduction Worldwide, over seven million women die from cardiovascular disease (CVD) annually (1). Notwithstanding global declines…

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How excess niacin may promote cardiovascular disease

How excess niacin may promote cardiovascular disease

At a Glance A metabolite of niacin (vitamin B3) was associated with elevated risk of heart…

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Coronary risk factor profiles according to different age categories in premature coronary artery disease patients who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention

Coronary risk factor profiles according to different age categories in premature coronary artery disease patients who have undergone percutaneous coronary intervention

Amini, M., Zayeri, F. & Salehi, M. Trend analysis of cardiovascular disease mortality, incidence, and mortality-to-incidence…

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New guidelines: If you’ve never had a heart attack, don’t take daily Aspirin until you talk to your doctor

New guidelines: If you’ve never had a heart attack, don’t take daily Aspirin until you talk to your doctor

Should you be taking daily Aspirin to prevent a first heart attack or stroke? New Canadian…

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Comparing domain- and intensity-specific physical activity in coronary heart disease and non-CHD individuals

Comparing domain- and intensity-specific physical activity in coronary heart disease and non-CHD individuals

We hypothesized individuals with CHD would be less physically active than the general population who do…

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Is coronary artery disease a genetic condition?

Is coronary artery disease a genetic condition?

Coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when plaque builds up in the arteries that supply blood to…

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