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Chagas disease, caused by a parasite, has spread outside of Latin America and carries a high risk of heart disease
Statement Highlights: Chagas disease is caused by a parasite, transmitted by a blood-sucking insect— Trypanosoma cruzi – and less frequently, from mother to fetus or by contaminated food or drink. About one third of infected individuals develop chronic heart disease. Though mostly found in Central and South America, Chagas disease has become more common worldwide, including an estimated 300,000 infected persons in the United States.
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Young, healthy people still vulnerable to cardiovascular disease if their LDL cholesterol is high
Study Highlights: A study of more than 36,000 people followed for over two decades revealed that healthy individuals considered “low-risk” still died from cardiovascular disease if they had high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. Without taking into account other risk factors, people with LDL cholesterol levels in the range of 100-159 mg/dL had a 30 to 40 percent higher risk of cardiovascular disease death. People with LDL levels of 160 mg/dL or higher had a 70 to 90 percent increased risk of cardiovascular death.
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Emerging musicians using voices to eliminate disparities in health
The rising musical duo The War and Treaty is making their voice heard in an important way: Today, Michael and Tanya Trotter announced they’re joining the nationwide EmPOWERED to ServeTM movement to help eliminate disparities in health.
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Societies Release Updated Guideline for Treating Adult Congenital Heart Disease Patients
The American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Associated today released an updated guideline for the management of adult congenital heart disease (ACHD) patients.
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Restoring blood flow may be best option to save your life and limb
Study Highlights: Amputation for severe blockages in the lower limbs has a lower survival rate than other treatment options that restore blood flow. Treatment options to restore blood flow to the lower limbs are less expensive than amputation.
