Cardiology

The information leaflets that patients receive at pharmacies along with their prescriptions differ significantly in content, and can be difficult for people to read and understand, according to a new study.

A new study says that although obesity rates are declining for many teens, they continue to increase for certain racial and ethnic groups, highlighting the need for interventions tailored to high-risk groups.

A study shows that despite evidence of their effectiveness, use of recommended medications for congestive heart failure has declined in recent years.

An American College of Cardiology survey reveals the severe financial challenges faced by private practice cardiologists.

Computer applications in the Clinical Documentation Improvement field are poised to make a transformative leap.

Researchers propose that customers should be offered free statins to offset the cardiovascular risk associated with typical fast food menu items.

The AtriClip Gillinov-Cosgrove LAA Exclusion System reduces stroke risk in afib patients and eliminates need for Coumadin and other anticoagulants.

Findings from new study indicate that one-quarter of stroke patients failed to take their prescribed regimen of secondary prevention medications within 3 months of hospitalization for an acute stroke.

Less than 1 in 10 utilize this option for contacting their healthcare providers.

Chicago Cubs pitcher underwent radiofrequency ablation to treat paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia.

According to a recent Harris Poll, the number of people who use the Internet to look for information on health topics is continuing to increase.

LA Times article on questions surrounding the use of statins in primary prevention of heart attack and stroke cites research attacking the JUPITER trial without disclosing several study authors' controversial views on the subject.

CMS published its annual regulatory update to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, including rules implementing key provisions of the Affordable Care Act.

On July 2, 2010, CMS released the proposed changes to the Medicare Outpatient Hospital Prospective Payment System for 2011.

Interim final rules clarify the scope of internal claims and appeals procedures and external review processes under PPACA.

Should physicians use social media to monitor patients' discussions about health and lifestyle for information that might affect treatment outcomes?

Nonoptimal cholesterol levels in young adults is associated with elevated risk of coronary artery calcium and atherosclerosis later in life.

Communicating with patients via secure e-mail can improve outcomes in hypertension and diabetes.

The use of prehospital ECGs by trained paramedics can reduce door-to-balloon time and improve patients' chances of recovery from heart attack.

A study of the PrimeADVANCED neurostimulator will determine whether spinal cord stimulation can play a key role in the treatment of heart failure.

New research indicates that blood pressure at age 17 can predict hypertension in early adulthood, and that teenage boys are much more likely than girls to develop the condition in early adulthood.

Mayo Clinic not only wants to spur "effective application of social media tools" throughout its organization, but also to challenge the healthcare industry as a whole to sue social media tools to "improve health globally."

On July 14, 2010, the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), issued a proposed rule containing modifications to the privacy standards, security standards, and enforcement regulations under HIPAA.

Nanotechnologies may soon be used to deliver targeted doses of medicine, treat wounds, and deliver pain-free flu shots and other vaccinations.

When it comes to obesity, patients want a quick fix. But there's no easy way to lose weight; it takes willpower, sensible food choices, and exercise.

A recent analysis of recruiting trends for hospital systems and medical groups indicates that hiring of physicians is expected to grow this year.

JUPITER study results, stent risks, and other key cardiology-related announcements, research results, and news stories.

A computer model shows that preoperative MRSA screening of cardiac surgery patients provides economic value to third-party payers and hospitals.

Guidelines from the American Academy of Neurology recommend using diffusion MRI over noncontrast CT for the diagnosis of acute ischemic stroke within 12 hours of onset.

94 percent of physicians interviewed using smartphones to communicate, manage personal and business workflows, and access medical information