Europe
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Huge cost of cardiovascular disease in Europe
A new analysis of the economic costs of cardiovascular disease in the EU has found that it cost a total of 282bn Euros in 2021. Read more
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Major new heart care guidance unveiled
A range of new guidelines for preventing and treating cardiovascular disease have been unveiled at a major European conference this weekend. Read more
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New risk score predicts dementia 14 years before diagnosis
A new dementia risk score can predict an individual’s risk of developing the disease in the ensuing 14 years, it was announced today. Read more
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Sedentary lifestyle in childhood may damage heart
Too much sitting in childhood may lead to cardiac problems, independently of high body mass index or raised blood pressure, a conference will hear today. Read more
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Physical fitness link to reduced atrial fibrillation risk
Physical fitness is associated with a reduced chance of developing atrial fibrillation and stroke, according to research to be presented at a major European conference this week. Read more
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People who recognise myocardial infarction symptoms ‘less likely to die in hospital’
Recognising and acting on myocardial infarction symptoms other than chest pain is linked to faster life-saving treatment, a conference is to hear. Read more
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Smartphone app supports reduction of alcohol consumption
A smartphone alcohol intervention app could help people to cut down their alcohol consumption, according to a new study. Read more
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Risk of cancer death from low-dose ionising radiation – new analysis
Individuals who have prolonged exposure to low-dose ionising radiation have a higher risk of death from cancer than previously thought, a new study suggests. Read more
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New link for recreational drugs and cardiac risk
Widespread use of recreational drugs may be contributing to serious cardiovascular illnesses, doctors warn today. Read more
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Fitness may lower risk of many solid tumours
People with good cardiorespiratory fitness in their youth appear to be at reduced risk of many forms of cancer, according to the findings of a major study published today. Read more