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Shocking CDC Report: Autoimmune Heart Disease Risk Skyrockets Post-COVID Vaccination

2nd Smartest Guy in the World • 2771 implied HN points • 10 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Vaccination Myocarditis Heart Health Health Risks
  1. Receiving mRNA COVID-19 vaccines significantly increases the risk of myocarditis, an autoimmune heart disease.
  2. The risk of myocarditis is higher in adolescent males and young men after the second vaccination dose.
  3. Symptoms of myocarditis post-vaccination include chest pain, abnormal ECG results, and shortness of breath.

A Surprising Look at the Evidence for Beta-Blockers After MI

Sensible Medicine • 2948 implied HN points • 15 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Cardiology Medication Trials Heart Health Patient Care
  1. Beta-blockers after MI have been a common practice, but recent evidence shows they may not be as crucial as previously thought.
  2. The BHAT and ISIS 1 trials from the 1980s provided insights on the effectiveness of beta-blockers after MI.
  3. These trials highlight the need to reevaluate the use of beta-blockers after MI, as current MI treatment practices have evolved significantly.

February is American Heart Month: what screenings are available for cardiovascular disease?

News from Those Nerdy Girls • 255 implied HN points • 09 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Heart Health Disease Prevention Physical activity Healthy Lifestyle
  1. Screening for cardiovascular disease involves checking for risk factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol.
  2. Various screenings like EKG, stress test, and coronary calcium score CT scan can help assess risks and symptoms of cardiovascular disease.
  3. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with regular exercise, balanced diet, and quality sleep can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
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Coffee and the Heart: Startling New Findings?

The Skeptical Cardiologist • 412 implied HN points • 26 Mar 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Coffee Heart Health Scientific research Health Benefits
  1. The CRAVE study found that coffee consumption was associated with more daily steps and fewer minutes of sleep among participants.
  2. The CRAVE study had limitations including select group of participants and lack of real-world coffee consumption scenario.
  3. Scientific evidence consistently supports that moderate coffee consumption is linked to living longer and having a reduced risk of heart attacks and strokes.

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The False Consensus Effect • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jan 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Heart Health Medication Side Effects Mental health
  1. Taking medication for heart conditions can have various side effects, some possibly worsening the initial issue.
  2. The author questions the conventional medical approach to treating heart diseases, advocating for a more personalized and holistic approach.
  3. The text highlights the importance of individualized care from healthcare professionals rather than a one-size-fits-all treatment approach.