A new, multinational study has revealed that the shape of the human heart, influenced by genetic factors, could serve as a ...

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Researchers have identified a new target to treat atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque clogs arteries and causes major cardiac issues, including stroke and heart attack.

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one X chromosome and one Y chromosome — can lead to major differences in heart disease. It turns out that these genetic differences that usually distinguish women from men influence more than ...

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Singer-songwriter and musician, Amy Grant understands first-hand that cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains the No. 1 cause of death for women.

Kawasaki disease (KD), an acute self-limited febrile illness that primarily affects children <5 years old, is the leading cause of acquired heart disease in developed countries, with the potential of ...

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A new multi-national study has revealed that the shape of the heart is influenced in part by genetics and may help predict the risk of cardiovascular diseases.