Could stricter salt ‘laws’ save lives? Researchers say manufacturers should be made to reduce sodium levels in packaged food, saying it will bring ‘enormous reductions’ in CVD.
National stroke report a call for action With the billion-dollar impact of stroke uncovered, and rates predicted to rise, experts are calling for urgent investment into prevention.
Preventive care for atrial fibrillation currently ‘less than ideal’ More than four-in-10 patients hospitalised with the condition die within a decade, according to a new Australian study.
Heart failure the biggest problem with AF: Research Two out of five patients with atrial fibrillation develop heart failure and more needs to be done, according to a new study.
Daily aspirin increases brain bleeds: Study Prescribing healthy patients low-dose aspirin does not prevent stroke but does increase risk of intracerebral bleeding, new research finds.
Medicare-funded care plans save lives after stroke: Study Evidence shows clear survival benefits of chronic disease management plans in primary care – but uptake needs improvement, researchers say.
What to know about heart attack and stroke risks after COVID-19 A new study warns that COVID-19’s impact on blood vessels could drive a new pandemic of cardiovascular disease.
Study indicates vitamin D deficiency can lead to dementia New research suggests low levels of vitamin D are associated with lower brain volumes, and an increased risk of dementia and potentially stroke.
Key updates to ‘living’ stroke guidelines The first major update since 2018 contains several new strong recommendations for the management of stroke.
Have the benefits of statins been overstated? Researcher Paula Byrne writes on what she and her colleagues learned from a meta-analysis of 21 clinical trials involving 140,000 patients.