Tag: vascular health
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The Inflammation Link: How Long COVID May Be Fueled by Microclots and Immune Signals
Unraveling the biology of long COVID Long COVID remains a puzzling condition for millions who continue to experience symptoms weeks or months after a SARS-CoV-2 infection. Recent research suggests that multiple biological processes may overlap and amplify one another, creating a complex web that sustains fatigue, brain fog, shortness of breath, and other lingering effects.…
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Vasomune and AnGes Expand Vascular Drug Indications Partnership
Partnership Overview Sunnybrook-based start-up Vasomune Therapeutics has announced an expanded collaboration with the Japanese biopharma company AnGes to broaden the indications for their vascular damage treatment candidate. The agreement will extend the reach of the collaboration beyond its initial scope, enabling further development and validation across additional vascular conditions. The expanded partnership comes with a…
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Why Sudden Death from Heart Disease Isn’t New—and Why Looking ‘Healthy’ Isn’t a Safe Sign
Introduction: A Veteran Neurologist Speaks on an Old Threat Heart disease has long been a stealthy killer, occasionally striking when symptoms seem absent. A leading neurologist recently shared a sobering reminder: sudden deaths due to heart disease aren’t a new phenomenon. The medical community has observed that appearances can be misleading, and a person who…
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Concordia researchers identify key marker linking coronary artery disease to cognitive decline
New insight into how heart health shapes brain function Concordia researchers have identified a potential biomarker that links coronary artery disease (CAD) to cognitive decline, offering a possible explanation for why some individuals with heart disease experience faster cognitive aging or dementia. While CAD has long been associated with strokes and vascular-related cognitive impairment, the…
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Three everyday habits that can harm the brain and even trigger a stroke, according to a neurologist
Three common habits that can harm the brain and how they raise stroke risk We know that lifestyle choices shape our long-term brain health, but some everyday habits can quietly increase the risk of brain injury or even a stroke. Dr. Bing, a practicing neurologist, highlights three common practices that deserve a second look. Each…
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Developing and Validating a Machine Learning Model to Predict Heart Failure Risk in Chinese Adults with Type 2 Diabetes
Overview Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) remains a major public health challenge in China, affecting a substantial portion of the adult population and acting as an independent risk factor for heart failure (HF). Recent work in this field focuses on leveraging machine learning (ML) to improve risk stratification and guide early interventions. This article summarizes…
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Long COVID researchers uncover link between microclots and NETs, shedding light on lingering symptoms
New study spotlights a possible physiological link in long COVID Scientists are delving deeper into the mystery of long COVID, and a recent study adds a crucial piece to the puzzle. Researchers have identified a structural association between circulating microclots and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) in patients experiencing prolonged symptoms after COVID-19. While not a…
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New Clues in the Long COVID Puzzle: Microclots and NETs Linked
Unraveling a Complex Puzzle Scientists have taken another meaningful step in understanding long COVID, uncovering a structural link between circulating microclots and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs). This discovery adds to a growing body of evidence that the syndrome may involve a subtle interplay between the immune system and the blood’s clotting machinery. While the findings…
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New piece in the long COVID puzzle: microclots linked to NETs reveal deeper physiological ties
What the study found Researchers investigating long COVID have identified a structural association between circulating microclots and neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) in patients suffering from persistent symptoms. This finding points to a possible interaction between the body’s clotting system and immune response mechanisms that could help explain why some people experience prolonged fatigue, brain fog,…
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Illinois Sees 65% Rise in Leg and Foot Amputations, Northwestern Study Finds
Overview: A Significant Increase in Amputations A new study from Northwestern Medicine documents a troubling trend in Illinois: the rate of leg and foot amputations in hospitals rose by approximately 65% between 2016 and 2023. The findings reflect broader concerns about vascular health, diabetes management, and access to preventive care, and they call attention to…