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Columbus, OH

The Texas Heart Institute (THI) and BiVACOR, a clinical-stage medical device company, announced the successful first-in-human implantation of the BiVACOR Total Artificial Heart (TAH) as part of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Early Feasibility Study (EFS) on July 9, 2024. BiVACOR’s TAH is a titanium-constructed biventricular rotary blood pump with a single moving part that utilizes a magnetically levitated rotor that pumps the blood and replaces both ventricles of a failing heart.

Total Artificial Heart Implanted in First Human Patient

One potential symptom of congestive heart failure is a cardiac cough. This may occur because of fluid building up in the lungs, and it may be a sign that the condition is worsening. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately. Americans have heart failure. This means...

Does Congestive Heart Failure Make You Cough?

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Medically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDMedically reviewed by Rafle Fernandez, MDAn enlarged heart (also known as cardiomegaly) isn't a condition on its own but is often an underlying sign of heart problems. Several conditions like coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and kidney disease can cause an enlarged heart.Some people with an enlarged heart don't experience symptoms at all, but others may experience symptoms like trouble breathing, a racing heartbeat, and fluid build-up—all of which tend to worsen with physical exertion.  
      What Size Should Your Heart Be?Typically, your heart is about the size...

Signs and Symptoms of an Enlarged Heart (Cardiomegaly)

Blanco, TX

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a prevalent heart condition marked by an irregular and often rapid heartbeat resulting from erratic electrical signals in the heart muscle. This disruption can hinder normal blood flow, potentially leading to complications such as stroke and heart failure. Symptoms of AF can vary by individual and...

Drugs to Avoid if You Have Atrial Fibrillation

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Plus the difference between heart attack symptoms for men and women.

Why is arm pain a common heart attack symptom? Here’s what you should know

Having high blood pressure in adulthood greatly raises the odds for multiple types of stroke, a new study confirms. “Our results suggest that early diagnosis and sustained control of high blood pressure over the lifespan are critical to preventing stroke, ischemic stroke and intracerebral hemorrhage," said senior study author Dr. Deborah Levine. She's a professor of internal medicine and neurology at University of Michigan Medical School.

Research Confirms Chronic High Blood Pressure's Link to Stroke

According to the American Heart Association, someone in the United States has a heart attack every 40 seconds. This means that in just one year, 805,000 people will have a heart attack, with 605,000 of those being first-time heart attacks and the other 200,000 being repeat heart attacks. It’s no...

The at-home test that determines heart attack risk in minutes

Cysoni-XT is a temporary cardiac pacemaker which aims to boost cardiac performance by resynchronisation of the heart and lungs, a natural phenomenon known as Respiratory Sinus Arrythmia (RSA). The system has shown a remarkable ability to boost performance and induce cardiac repair mechanisms in subjects with heart failure. RSA-pace will...

Trial Approval for New Pacemaker Aiming to Boost Recovery in Heart Failure

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

New York City, NY

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Broken heart syndrome is also known as stress cardiomyopathy or takotsubo syndrome. Symptoms are similar to a heart attack and occur when a person experiences severe emotional or physical stress. When an individual has a stressful life event, they may experience something known as broken heart syndrome, a temporary heart...

Broken heart syndrome: Pictures and more

Bypass surgery is a type of open-heart surgery. Surgeons may use several different types of bypass surgeries to repair or replace the heart. Open-heart surgery is an operation where surgeons repair or replace a person’s heart. They surgically open the chest to reach the heart more easily. Bypass heart...

Bypass vs. open heart surgery: How do they differ?

Medically reviewed by Steffini Stalos, DOMedically reviewed by Steffini Stalos, DOBlood thinners are a class of medications that help prevent the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels. Your healthcare provider may prescribe blood thinners to treat or lower the risk of developing blood clots (also known as coagulation). Blood thinners can also be prescribed to treat or prevent other conditions, including atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat), stroke, and heart attack.Certain dietary supplements and foods have effects similar to blood thinners, potentially providing a more natural option to prevent and treat blood clots. Examples of natural blood...

What To Know about Natural Blood Thinners

In the previous two columns, I discussed aneurysms that occur in the aorta situated in the chest cavity. In this article, I will explain the various types of treatment options available for those thoracic aortic aneurysms. In general, outcomes favor endovascular repair over open repair as open repair is associated...

3 Options for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Management

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

Two new, basic research studies in rodents (mice and rats) analyzed the impacts that alcohol may have on the heart. In a mouse study, abnormal heart rhythms that can occur after a pattern of repeated simulation of binge drinking may be related to a spike in a stress protein found in the heart. Researchers tested a heart-protective molecule to reduce the stress protein spike and the resulting irregular heart rhythms.

Cardiac Consequences: New Research Explores Alcohol’s Influence on Heart Health

Study shows patients 80 years and older with atrial fibrillation treated with a lower dose of edoxaban experienced fewer major gastrointestinal bleeding events for each additional ischemic stroke. Patients aged 80 years and above with atrial fibrillation (AF) may gain a benefit from treatment with lower-dose anticoagulants regardless of existing...

Phase III Trial Shows Older Patients with Atrial Fibrillation May Benefit From Lower-Dose Anticoagulants

Two recent preliminary studies using rodents took a look at the effects alcohol has on the heart. One study researched how alcohol affects the heart in females with estrogen replacement, and the other study examined binge drinking. The first study revealed that alcohol may cause more heart problems in females...

Alcohol use may cause atrial fibrillation, other heart problems

Menkes syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that impairs the body’s ability to absorb and store copper. The disorder primarily affects infants, and it leads to serious complications and a shortened life span. Menkes syndrome, or Menkes disease, is a rare genetic disorder that causes problems with copper metabolism...

Jim’s lifeline: Breakthrough implant for heart failure

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