Cardiology

In sickness and in health: High BP often correlates between spouses
A study of thousands of couples shows that high blood pressure often affects both partners—suggesting maintenance of issues like hypertension should take a family, rather than individual, approach.
The bad side of good cholesterol
Study finds association between high HDL and increased dementia risk.

Using identical twins: Study tests whether vegan or omnivorous diet is better for cardiometabolic health

Twin study shows greater drop in LDL-C, weight and insulin levels.
Beyond the prescription: Pharmacists’ pivotal role in cardiovascular prevention

With preventative cardiology, if you do everything perfectly, nothing happens. It’s not a sexy area of practice, but it’s a perfect role for the community pharmacist.
Pharmacist prescribing to improve blood pressure control provides high economic value

U.S. analysis estimates that improving blood pressure control through pharmacist prescribing could save $1.137 trillion (US) and 30.2 million life-years over 30 years.
Rheumatoid arthritis increases the risk of aortic stenosis: U.S. study

Valvular heart disease and RA link hasn't received enough attention, rheumatologist researcher says
Growing evidence that influenza vaccine protects against cardiovascular diseases

Canadian healthcare providers should mention cardiovascular disease prevention as a benefit when promoting the usefulness of flu vaccines to the public.
New screening tool available to assess CVD risk for Alberta patients

Initiative aims to identify those at risk and start preventative and other treatments sooner
A technical pill to swallow: Patient vitals can be measured and recorded by ingesting this device

A first step for a potential diagnostic tool for apnea and OIRD.
QUIZ: How much do you know about new Canadian antiplatelet guidelines?

Test your knowledge on the CCS/CAIC update of the guidelines on use of antiplatelet therapy.

In sickness and in health: High BP often correlates between spouses

The bad side of good cholesterol

Using identical twins: Study tests whether vegan or omnivorous diet is better for cardiometabolic health

Beyond the prescription: Pharmacists’ pivotal role in cardiovascular prevention

Pharmacist prescribing to improve blood pressure control provides high economic value

Rheumatoid arthritis increases the risk of aortic stenosis: U.S. study

Growing evidence that influenza vaccine protects against cardiovascular diseases

New screening tool available to assess CVD risk for Alberta patients

A technical pill to swallow: Patient vitals can be measured and recorded by ingesting this device

QUIZ: How much do you know about new Canadian antiplatelet guidelines?