April 2020

American Heart Association dedicates another $2M to COVID-19 research
Novartis launches FDA-approved study involving hydroxychloroquine, azithromycin, COVID-19 patients
E-cigarette use causes as much vascular damage as smoking cigarettes
New Data Underscore Importance of Looking for HCM Before Scheduling TAVR
New CDC data finds hypertension on the rise—but it’s not what you think
What high COVID-19 mortality among black patients tells us about CVD care in the US
First COVID-19 death in US caused by a ruptured heart
Evolocumab associated with significant drop in heart attack risk
Another way work-related stress can impact your cardiovascular health
AMA publishes ethical guidelines related to patient care during a pandemic
New research highlights the connection between venous thromboembolism and COVID-19
Researchers using AI to track cardiac health of coronavirus patients given hydroxychloroquine, azithromycin
Heart attack care is different for male and female patients—and the inconsistency can lead to fatal results
How do blood pressure medications affect coronavirus patients? Specialists hope to crack the code
Seeing the Future–in 3D: New CPT Codes Set the Stage for Expanding 3D Printing in Cardiology
Embracing salt substitutes could help China prevent 450K CVD deaths per year
CAD deaths on the rise among young women in rural areas
Treating COVID-19 with hydroxychloroquine, with or without azithromycin, leads to more deaths
CMS allowing some providers to restart in-person care unrelated to COVID-19
Heart attack care during a pandemic: Medical societies share COVID-19 recommendations
PCI for small-vessel coronary disease: How should cardiologists proceed?
Heart and lung solution makes at-home exams a reality
Stop fast-tracking medical trainees so they can join fight against COVID-19, AHA urges
Better than butter: Olive oil associated with significant improvements in heart health
New virtual clinic simplifies diabetes care
Just 6% of home blood pressure monitors have been validated for accuracy, Australian study finds
Researchers fear high doses of chloroquine ‘might be toxic’ for coronavirus patients
Patients with type 2 diabetes and heart disease may require more aggressive, modern treatments
Cardiologists urge heart attack, stroke patients not to delay medical attention over COVID-19 fears
By the numbers: How cardiologists have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic
TTVR improves outcomes for patients with severe tricuspid regurgitation
Even later in life, lifestyle changes can help women reduce risk of stroke
AMA shares financial resources for physicians facing ‘unforeseen challenges’ due to COVID-19
Cardiologist details his experience getting—and beating—COVID-19
Women at greater risk of adverse outcomes following PCI
Medical groups urge caution when using hydroxychloroquine, azithromycin to treat COVID-19 patients with CVD
How should physicians treat STEMI patients with COVID-19? A new study aims to find out
Warfarin use boosts risk of hemorrhagic stroke among end-stage kidney patients with AFib
Hospital testing hydroxychloroquine on coronavirus patients notes serious side effects
Delays, shortages & confusion: New survey details challenges U.S. hospitals face during COVID-19 pandemic
Hospitals seeing ‘a previously unimaginable shift’ due to COVID-19—are patients afraid to seek medical attention?
ACC, MedAxiom CEO resigns
Can smartphones diagnose AFib?
New data registry to highlight how COVID-19 impacts cardiovascular outcomes
Doesn’t miss a beat: AI assesses cardiac function faster than cardiologists
How to provide emergency cardiovascular care, including CPR, for children with COVID-19
Health groups ask CMS for prior authorization relief during COVID-19 pandemic
Cardiologist-led COVID-19 study to focus on protecting healthcare workers
E-cigarettes can help smokers quit—but do not use them casually, researchers warn
Stroke surgeons issue warning to public: Time is still brain during COVID-19 pandemic