Scientists create 3D-printed hearts that look and pump just like the real thing
Heart shapes and sizes differ from one individual to another, a variance that becomes more pronounced in those living with heart diseases.
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JJ Shavit
- Sep 13
Combination cholesterol therapy could save thousands of lives, breakthrough study finds
Combining cholesterol-lowering drugs, specifically statins with ezetimibe, could significantly reduce the mortality rate in patients
JJ Shavit
- Sep 2
Cardiovascular breakthrough: Scientists create blood vessels from natural tissue
Researchers developed method to engineer blood vessels from natural tissue, holding immense promise for the field of cardiovascular health.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 15
Why are Black adults at greater risk of death from heart disease?
A breakthrough study discovered a persistent racial disparity in cardiovascular disease mortality among Black and White Americans.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 10
Lifechanging drug naturally converts ‘bad’ fat to ‘good’ fat
Researchers used a novel drug discovery technologies to uncover a metabolite that converts white fat cells to brown fat cells.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 7
Groundbreaking study finds major breastfeeding health benefit's for mothers
A new South Australian study sheds light on a surprising health benefit for mothers who breastfeed for six months or longer
JJ Shavit
- Aug 3
Scientists make major discovery in the fight against type 2 diabetes
Cardiovascular diseases rank as the primary cause of death globally, severely impacting the quality of life and leading to disability.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 8
These six healthy foods combine to lower cardiovascular risk and global deaths
The risk of cardiovascular disease, including heart attacks and strokes, could be significantly mitigated by eating these six key foods
JJ Shavit
- Jul 6
Breakthrough study shows the importance of well-being in reducing heart disease deaths
The findings suggest that focusing on community well-being can have a significant impact on reducing cardiovascular deaths.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 23
FDA approved cancer drug shows promise for treating cardiac arrhythmias
A drug for treating certain cancers and skin conditions, is effective at inhibiting CaMKII, a protein kinase linked to cardiac arrhythmias.
JJ Shavit
- Jun 10
Breakthrough drug fights obesity and diabetes by transforming 'bad' fats into 'good' fats
A new discovery could offer a potential way of addressing metabolic conditions like obesity, type 2 diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
JJ Shavit
- Apr 5
Breakthrough in cellular reprogramming transforms heart disease and Parkinson's treatment
Regenerative medicine is an emerging field that has the potential to transform the way we treat diseases, including heart disease.
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