April 2017

Boston Scientific posts revenue, earnings growth in 1Q
Companies launch first generic versions of Merck’s cholesterol-lowering medication
Partners HealthCare System settles for $10 million to resolve fraud allegations
AHA releases statement on how biomarker testing could help diagnose, treat heart failure
USPSTF recommends screening for preeclampsia in pregnant women
St. Louis hospital begins using TAVR for lower-risk patients
CardioNet agrees to $2.5 million fine, corrective action plan to settle HIPAA allegations
Research links energy drinks to abnormal heart activity, high blood pressure
Octoberfest study suggests association between acute alcohol consumption and cardiac arrhythmias
Jury awards ex-Cardiovascular Systems employee $25.1 million in whistleblower lawsuit
Crossroad for Cath Labs: Outsourcing Is Moving In
Researchers find reducing inflammation can help treat venous thromboembolism
Central obesity may increase mortality risk from cardiovascular disease
Risk score may help predict mortality in cardiogenic shock patients
First patient enrolls in phase 3 heart failure study
WomenHeart awards honor work with those in at-risk communities
Fewer adults with hypertension unaware of their condition
ACC launches cardiovascular disease prevention program in Saudi Arabia
FDA approves once-a-month dosing option for cardiovascular medication
Mortality risk associated with infective endocarditis decreases in New York, California
Adults with acute coronary syndrome in registry differ from those in clinical trial
CVIS Across the Enterprise: Transforming Reporting & Image Access at Northwestern
Cardiologist’s teenage son creates coding system that could save lives following MIs
Dyads & Data, Better Together: Talk Data to Strengthen Your Leadership Team
House Calls: Navigating the Slippery Slope Between Hospital & Home
Researchers call for better surveillance systems to track stroke incidence over time
Pacemaker Predicaments: Reining in Implantation Rates in Low-risk TAVR
A Question of Incentive: Will Bundles Give Cardiac Rehab a Boost?
Biking to work may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular mortality
Pathways for Quality Care: Echocardiographers Ponder a Playbook for Imaging in Myocardial Infarction
Cardiologist treats first patient in study evaluating orbital atherectomy system
Maryland hospitals file court petitions to overturn cardiac surgery program approval
What you missed on the first day of NC Today 2017
Terrebonne General Medical Center Installs First Toshiba Medical Infinix-i Sky +
MyoKardia appoints physician, executive David Meeker to board of directors
Global Lecture Series to Highlight Challenges of Healthcare Reform, Pediatric Cardiology, Future of Interventional Cardiology
Adopting USPSTF instead of ACC/AHA guidelines may lead to fewer adults receiving statins
Artificial sweeteners may increase the risk of stroke, dementia
Woman, just 20 years old, didn't realize she was having a stroke
FDA approves wearable ECG sensor
FDA designates Medtronic’s recall of HVAD system controllers, DC adapters as class I recall
Medicare program doesn’t accurately calibrate heart attack mortality rates
AATS releases guidelines on concomitant surgical ablation in AFib patients
Hospitals using surgical safety checklists have 22 percent lower 30-day mortality rates
Godley, pioneering cardiologist in Louisiana, dies at 88
Most Medicare beneficiaries do not adhere to high-intensity statin prescriptions following MI
Tool that designs personalized workouts for individuals could reduce heart disease
Boston Scientific Initiates Global Study To Assess Sudden Cardiac Arrest Prevention Therapy In Patients With Diabetes Who Have Previously Experienced A Heart Attack
Biotronik releases smallest MR-conditional tachycardia lead in U.S.
Adults with syncope may have increased risk of occupational accidents, job termination
AATS provides updated guidelines for managing ischemic mitral regurgitation
Cardiovascular Systems voluntarily recalls saline infusion pumps
Research finds azithromycin not linked to arrhythmias
Multidisciplinary, team approach benefits TAVR patients
Florida medical center begins using minimally invasive heart pump in cardiac surgeries
Researchers clarify how zinc levels effect cardiac function
Cardinal Health agrees to acquire Medtronic’s medical supplies business for $6.1 billion
Judge finds Virginia cardiologist not guilty of misdemeanor assault and battery charge
Beta-blocker use during pregnancy may not increase risk of fetal congenital cardiac anomalies
Researchers find simpler way to link atherosclerosis to heart disease
American Health Council selects cardiothoracic anesthesiologist for physician board
Menopausal hot flashes linked to increased heart disease risk
Deerfield Management provides Endologix with up to $170 million in funding
Cardiology pioneer dies, leaves legacy
Pregnant women with congenital heart disease may have higher risk of poor outcomes during delivery
Vitamin B could protect against air pollution-induced heart disease
Cardiologist in Cleveland receives NIH’s outstanding investigator award
Unemployment, job loss may increase risk of stroke mortality, morbidity
Study finds aspirin might not improve peripheral vascular disease
Traffic-related air pollution may lower HDL cholesterol, increase cardiovascular disease risk
FDA sends warning letter to Abbott regarding issues at California facility
When a city hosts a marathon, it sees an increase in heart attacks among residents
Janssen, PeptiDream to collaborate to develop cardiovascular medications
Mexican-Americans receive fewer post-stroke rehab services
Patients with low health literacy may be less aware of their atrial fibrillation diagnosis
Most patients with cardiovascular disease do not see a provider before having a STEMI
Florida hospital becomes first in region to offer world’s smallest pacemaker
Endotronix hires three to join its management team
Trends in U.S. malpractice claims significantly change from 1992 to 2014
Dubai hospitals utilize AHA’s cardiovascular improvement program
Restrictions on trans-fatty acids associated with fewer hospitalizations
Physically active adults may be more likely to survive after an MI
PinnacleHealth to test efficacy of stroke reduction TAVR tool
Vascular risk factors at midlife may help predict Alzheimer's
Americans’ heart health has improved over the years—but will it last?
Charity gala in West Virginia raises more than $30,000 for cardiac care
Wrist-worn activity trackers measure heart rates better at rest than during exercise
LVAD, medications can fully restore function in heart failure patients
Obese Hispanic teens face greater hypertension risk than other racial groups
AHA, nonprofit offer two $1.5 million grants for cardiovascular extracellular matrix research
Ischemic stroke hospitalizations among younger adults increased 30% or more in recent years
Terumo Cardiovascular names Robert DeRyke as CEO, president
78% of cardiothoracic surgeons perform TAVR procedures as part of team
Minnesota health system begins using paperclip-sized heart monitor
Kansas hospital welcomes cardiology team
Adults with cardiovascular disease or risk factors often don’t get cholesterol checked
Zio by iRhythm Gains Further Recognition as Key Diagnostic Cardiac Monitoring System by US and UK Health Organizations
Advanced heart failure patients have superior outcomes with HeartMate 3 device
Taller, overweight women could be at increased risk for AFib
FDA grants breakthrough designation to hypercholesterolemia medication