Tag: Cardiovascular Disease
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Preventable Environmental Factors Contribute to One in Five EU Cardiovascular Deaths
Overview: Cardiovascular Disease Remains Europe’s Leading Killer Cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to be the top cause of death across the European Union, claiming more than 1.7 million lives in 2022 — about one-third of all EU mortality that year. While genetics and individual lifestyle factors play a role, researchers and public health officials are increasingly…
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Cleaner air can cut EU cardiovascular deaths significantly
Why the EU faces a cardiovascular death burden Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death across the European Union. In 2022, more than 1.7 million people died from cardiovascular conditions, accounting for about one third of all deaths in the bloc. While genetics and individual risk factors matter, environmental conditions are increasingly recognized as…
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Environmental factors can cut EU cardiovascular deaths significantly
Introduction: A preventable toll from cardiovascular disease in the EU Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death across the European Union. In 2022, more than 1.7 million people died from cardiovascular conditions, accounting for about one in three deaths that year. While genetics and individual risk factors play a role, environmental factors contribute a…
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Hidden Fat Inside the Abdomen and Liver May Damage Arteries: A New Wake-Up Call
Hidden fat linked to artery damage challenges BMI as a sole obesity metric A landmark study led by researchers at McMaster University reveals that hidden fat stored deep within the abdomen and in the liver may quietly harm arteries — even in people who appear healthy. Published in Communications Medicine on October 17, 2025, the…
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Skipping Breakfast Quietly Damages Arteries, Study Finds
Introduction: A Simple Habit, A Serious Risk What you eat first thing in the morning can set the tone for your cardiovascular health for the rest of the day. Recent analyses show that skipping breakfast is not just a minor dietary quirk; it can quietly accelerate the buildup of arterial plaque and raise the risk…
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Skipping Breakfast: A Silent Threat to Arterial Health and Heart Risk
Breakfast and arterial health: a quiet but powerful connection What you eat first thing in the morning can set the tone for your entire day—and, as medical experts warn, it may also influence the health of your arteries. A growing body of research links skipping breakfast with several adverse cardiovascular changes, including higher LDL cholesterol,…
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Skipping Breakfast: How It Silently Damages Arteries and Raises Heart Risk
Why breakfast matters for arterial health What you eat in the morning can set the tone for your body’s metabolism, blood sugar, and inflammation levels for the rest of the day. Emerging evidence suggests that skipping breakfast disrupts the body’s natural rhythms, contributing to higher LDL cholesterol, increased blood pressure, and inflammatory processes that quietly…
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A Framework for Digital Peer Support in Cardiovascular Disease Care
Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the leading cause of death globally, with substantial readmission rates after acute events. Secondary prevention strategies—lifestyle modification, risk factor reduction, medication adherence, and regular exercise—are essential to reduce morbidity and mortality. Cardiac rehabilitation has traditionally been delivered in-person, offering education, counseling, and peer interactions that can improve outcomes. Yet attendance…
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Framework for Digital Peer Support in Cardiovascular Disease: A Qualitative Study
Introduction: Why Peer Support Matters in Cardiovascular Disease Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the world’s leading cause of death, with secondary prevention and cardiac rehabilitation playing pivotal roles in reducing readmissions and improving quality of life. While traditional in-person rehabilitation provides social and educational benefits, attendance can be inconsistent. Digital peer support—built on lived experiences of…
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Digital Peer Support for Cardiovascular Disease: A Framework
Introduction Cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a leading cause of death worldwide, with secondary prevention playing a crucial role in reducing readmissions and improving quality of life. Traditional cardiac rehabilitation has emphasized in-person, group-based formats, but challenges such as low attendance persist. This qualitative study investigates how peer support—grounded in lived experience—can be delivered in both…