Nonphysician-implemented multifaceted intervention beneficial in HTN
Jun 20, 2024
Significant reductions were seen in total cardiovascular disease and all-cause mortality for those aged 60 years and older; significant reductions also were seen for those younger than 60 years.
More medical lab tests will soon face federal scrutiny, FDA says
Apr 29, 2024
Laboratory tests used by millions of Americans are soon to be classified as medical devices, and as such be regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration, the agency announced Monday.
Seniors, caregivers, have new and easier methods to monitor heart health — 5 innovations
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 07, 2024
Five new tools for heart health range from new implantable devices to novel tests that provide a view of one’s risk for an emergency.
More sitting tied to greater death risk in older women
Feb 29, 2024
The findings were seen for both all-cause and cardiovascular death.
Sensor makes use of link between heart disease and glucose, other molecules, to generate risk assessment...
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 26, 2023
A new sensor that can identify signs of cardiovascular disease works by testing for molecules related to metabolism and heart disease.
AI-enabled tool lets users ‘mirror’ clinical health check-in
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 12, 2024
A new “smart mirror” device can accurately assess vital signs such as blood pressure and even risk of heart disease.
Second major AI study from NY hospital to look at links between sleep apnea and heart disease
By
Aaron Dorman
Mar 11, 2024
A research project at Mount Sinai will look at how AI can evaluate the ability for CPAP devices to help with sleep apnea and heart disease.
Smartphone sensor detects ‘micro-vibrations’ in the heart to monitor for disease
By
Aaron Dorman
Jan 26, 2024
A new heart health tool uses built-in smartphone capabilities to allow anyone to check their heart by laying their phone on their chest.
An AI tool trained on imperfect data readings could be the perfect heart disease screener, researchers...
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 28, 2023
AI tools for heart disease could be trained on “noisy” EKGs to simulate the kind of messy data readings a wearable would generate.
Tech can help measure paces for seniors with heart issues, but doesn’t supply the final step: long-term...
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 28, 2023
New studies indicate devices can help residents stay fit and avoid heart emergencies, but motivation may need to come from caregivers.