world news New from ACRL - “Games and Gamification in Academic Libraries” By www.ala.org Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 19:46:43 +0000 CHICAGO – The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) announces the publication of “Games and Gamification in Academic Libraries,” edited by Stephanie Crowe and Eva Sclippa. The title explores the ways in which today’s array of games and gaming techniques can be used in academic library instruction, programming, and outreach initiatives. Full Article
world news Maryland Association of School Librarians awarded AASL ABC-CLIO Leadership Grant By www.ala.org Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 14:14:43 +0000 CHICAGO – The Maryland Association of School Librarians (MASL) is the recipient of the 2020 American Association of School Librarians’ (AASL) ABC-CLIO Leadership Grant. Sponsored by ABC-CLIO, the $1,750 grant is given to an AASL Chapter for planning and implementing leadership programs at the state, regional, or local level. Full Article
world news Kristina Graves receives AASL Inspire Special Event Grant By www.ala.org Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 14:17:42 +0000 CHICAGO – Kristina Graves, school librarian at Schenectady High School in Schenectady, New York, is one of six school librarians from across the country receiving a 2020 American Association of School Librarians' (AASL) Inspire Special Event Grant. Made possible by the generosity of AASL member Marina “Marney” Welmers, the grant program provides funds for public middle or high school libraries to plan a special event to enhance student learning. Full Article
world news Patient groups applaud Supreme Court’s decision to take up health care case By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 02 Mar 2020 17:12:00 GMT Washington, D.C.—March 2, 2020— Patient and health advocacy groups representing millions of Americans with pre-existing conditions are applauding the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to hear arguments in the case of Texas v. United States this term. The... Full Article
world news USDA moves to ensure students receive meals during school closures By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 20:06:00 GMT American Heart Association CEO Nancy Brown issued the following statement today following the announcement by U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue at a hearing of the House Appropriations Committee that USDA would take steps to give states more... Full Article
world news Nonprofit sector urges Congress to include “Nonprofit Track” in CARES Act 2.0 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:07:00 GMT April 8—The nation’s nonprofits are on the frontlines in our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic, working tirelessly to serve the people who need our services despite facing challenging circumstances within our own organizations. If we are to... Full Article
world news Diagnosing and treating resistant hypertension By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 13 Sep 2018 09:00:00 GMT Statement Highlight: Resistant blood pressure affects 12 percent to 15 percent of people currently being treated for high blood pressure. Full Article
world news Updated cholesterol guidelines offer more personalized risk assessment, additional treatment options for people at the highest risk By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Sat, 10 Nov 2018 16:30:00 GMT Statement Highlights: High cholesterol, at any age, can increase a person’s lifetime risk for heart disease and stroke. A healthy lifestyle is the first step in prevention and treatment to lower that risk. The 2018 guidelines recommend more detailed risk assessments to help health care providers better determine a person’s individualized risk and treatment options. In some cases, a coronary artery calcium score can help determine a person’s need for cholesterol-lowering treatment, if their risk status is uncertain or if the treatment decision isn't clear. Full Article
world news Statins have low risk of side effects By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 10 Dec 2018 10:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs are associated with a low risk of side effects. The benefits of statin therapy for most people outweigh the risks. Full Article
world news Updated treatment guidelines for atrial fibrillation recommend a new class of blood thinners to help prevent stroke By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 28 Jan 2019 19:00:00 GMT Focused Update Highlights: Newer anticoagulants, known as non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants (NOACs), are recommended over the traditional warfarin to prevent stroke in people with atrial fibrillation (AFib). Weight loss is recommended for overweight or obese people with AFib. Full Article
world news Better options needed for children at higher risk of premature heart disease By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 25 Feb 2019 10:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: New developments in identifying and treating the increased risk of premature heart disease in children and teens with certain medical conditions associated with increased cardiovascular risk are discussed in a scientific statement from the American Heart Association. Obesity and severe obesity are now considered significant risk factors for an increased risk of cardiovascular disease in children and teens. Full Article
world news New scientific statement on blood pressure measurement in people By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 04 Mar 2019 10:00:00 GMT Statement highlights: Oscillometric devices, which use an electronic pressure sensor within the blood pressure cuff, can reduce human error and the risk to the environment from older devices which use mercury. Patients who measure their blood pressure at home should use a device with an upper arm cuff that has been checked for accuracy by a healthcare provider. Full Article
world news New recommendations for stroke systems of care to improve patient outcomes By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 20 May 2019 09:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: To translate advances in scientific knowledge and innovations in stroke care into improvements in patient outcomes, comprehensive stroke systems of care must be in place to facilitate optimal stroke care delivery. New recommendations support policies that standardize the delivery of stroke care, lower barriers to emergency care for stroke, ensure stroke patients receive care at appropriate hospitals in a timely manner and improve access to secondary prevention and rehabilitation and recovery resources after stroke. Full Article
world news Growing cardiovascular genetics field calls for special multidisciplinary clinical programs to better identify and treat inherited heart conditions By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 23 May 2019 09:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: In a new scientific statement, the American Heart Association supports the creation of specialized multidisciplinary clinical programs that combine cardiovascular medicine and genetics expertise. These specialized programs would use genetic information to better treat patients with inherited heart conditions, as well as assess family members without current heart problems and take steps to reduce their risk. Full Article
world news People living with HIV face premature heart disease and barriers to care By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 03 Jun 2019 09:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: People living with HIV face a higher risk of developing diseases of the heart and blood vessels compared to people without the disease. Seventy-five percent of people living with HIV are over age 45 and face significant health challenges at earlier ages than people who don’t have HIV. Full Article
world news Treating Type 2 diabetes and heart failure By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2019 09:00:00 GMT People with type 2 diabetes are at an increased risk for heart failure and many people have both diseases, which requires careful medical management. Full Article
world news Better science needed to support clinical predictors that link cardiac arrest, brain injury, and death: a statement from the American Heart Association By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 11 Jul 2019 09:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: While significant improvements have been made in resuscitation and post cardiac arrest resuscitation care, mortality remains high and is mainly attributed to widespread brain injury.Better science is needed to support the ... Full Article
world news Treating more than just the heart is critical for geriatric patients By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 09 Dec 2019 10:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: Geriatric conditions such as frailty, cognitive impairment, taking multiple medications and having multiple medical conditions complicate care for older people with acute cardiovascular diseases. Most research on how to treat... Full Article
world news Fast action and the right resources are key to treating fulminant myocarditis By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 06 Jan 2020 10:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: Fulminant myocarditis develops quickly and can prove fatal without early recognition and advanced medical therapy. A new scientific statement from the American Heart Association details the resources needed to diagnose and treat... Full Article
world news Better lifestyle habits are useful additions to optimize management of atrial fibrillation By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 09 Mar 2020 09:00:00 GMT Statement Highlights: Improving lifestyle habits – such as attaining and maintaining a healthy body weight and getting regular, moderate physical activity – may be useful additions to physician-guided management of atrial fibrillation (AF), a serious... Full Article
world news Specific gut bacteria may be associated with pulmonary arterial hypertension By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 10:00:00 GMT Research Highlights: Researchers have found a specific bacterial profile in the gut of people with pulmonary arterial hypertension, a chronic and progressive disease that causes constriction of arteries in the lungs. The unique bacterial profile... Full Article
world news Patients taking ACE-i and ARBs who contract COVID-19 should continue treatment, unless otherwise advised by their physician By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:00:00 GMT Embargoed until 8 a.m. CT/9 a.m. ET, Tuesday, March 17, 2020 DALLAS, Tuesday, March 17, 2020 – As the global impact of COVID-19 rises, the scientific community continues to evaluate the clinical impact and health care needs of patients with... Full Article
world news The American Heart Association outlines its role in the global COVID-19 pandemic By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 17 Mar 2020 13:00:00 GMT Embargoed until 8 a.m. CT/9 a.m. ET Tuesday, March 17, 2020 DALLAS, March 17, 2020 — The American Heart Association and its thousands of ... Full Article
world news As COVID-19 cases increase, preventing a second heart attack or stroke is vital By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:30:00 GMT DALLAS, March 20, 2020 — As hospitals, health professionals and healthcare systems, governments and leaders work to reduce community spread of the coronavirus in the U.S. and protect the most vulnerable individuals, the American Heart Association offers... Full Article
world news $2.5 million now available for fast-tracked heart and brain focused scientific research of COVID-19 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2020 13:00:00 GMT DALLAS, March 24, 2020 — As part of its global response to the growing COVID-19 pandemic, the American Heart Association, the world’s leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health and research, is committing $2.5 million to research... Full Article
world news What people with high blood pressure need to know about COVID-19 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 12:00:00 GMT DALLAS, March 31, 2020 — Many people have concerns about staying healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Those with a chronic condition such as high blood pressure — a reading above 130/80 — may face an increased risk for severe complications if they get... Full Article
world news Dos artículos de perspectivas sobre los medicamentos para la hipertensión y su uso continuo a fin de combatir el COVID-19 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT DALLAS, 1 de abril del 2020 — Algunos cardiólogos de Wuhan, China y otros países recomiendan a los pacientes con hipertensión arterial que continúen tomando sus medicamentos, aunque los efectos de algunos se hayan visto afectados por las infecciones ... Full Article
world news Interim guidance issued on stroke care during COVID-19 pandemic By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 13:30:00 GMT DALLAS, April 2, 2020 — The American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Stroke Council Leadership has released “Temporary Emergency Guidance to U.S. Stroke Centers During the COVID-19 Pandemic,” which was published late yesterday in Stroke,... Full Article
world news Guía provisional emitida sobre la atención del accidente cerebrovascular durante la pandemia de COVID-19 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 13:30:00 GMT DALLAS, 2 de abril del 2020 – El cuerpo directivo del Consejo de accidentes cerebrovasculares de la American Heart Association/American Stroke Association publicó la “Guía temporal de emergencia para los Centros de Accidentes Cerebrovasculares de... Full Article
world news More than $14 million in research grants awarded for health technology solutions focused on heart and brain health, including special projects related to COVID-19 and CVD By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 15:03:00 GMT DALLAS, April 2, 2020 – The American Heart Association — the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to a world of longer, healthier lives — announced today more than $14 million in scientific research grants are being awarded to four... Full Article
world news AHA Media Alert: COVID-19 prompts questions on increased risk for those with CVD and stroke survivors By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 17:00:00 GMT AHA COVID-19 newsroom DALLAS, April 3, 2020 — COVID-19 is prompting widespread questions and concerns about the heightened risk for those with heart disease and stroke survivors. The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit... Full Article
world news Women’s lifestyle changes, even in middle age, may reduce future stroke risk By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Study Highlights: Middle age may not be too late for women to substantially lower their stroke risk through lifestyle modifications. Middle-aged women who quit smoking, started exercising, maintained a healthy weight and made healthy food choices saw... Full Article
world news Australian study: Many home blood pressure monitors not validated for accuracy By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 13 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Research Highlights: Most home blood pressure monitoring devices sold in Australia by global e-commerce sites such as Amazon and eBay have not been validated (tested for accuracy). Using an unvalidated device could lead to incorrect at-home blood... Full Article
world news Maternal hypertensive disorders may lead to mental health disorders in children By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Research Highlights: Hypertensive pregnancy disorders, especially preeclampsia – may increase the risk of psychological development disorders and behavioral and emotional disorders in children. This is the first study to show that preeclampsia... Full Article
world news Nearly $17 million invested in research to fast-track studies on health impacts of e-cigarettes and nicotine on youth By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 21 Apr 2020 17:14:05 GMT Full Article
world news Más de $14 millones en becas de investigación otorgadas para soluciones de tecnología de la salud centradas en la salud del corazón y del cerebro, incluidos los proyectos especiales relacionados con el COVID-19 y las ECV By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 02 Apr 2020 15:02:00 GMT DALLAS, 2 de abril del 2020 – La American Heart Association, la organización voluntaria líder mundial dedicada a un mundo con vidas más duraderas y saludables, anunció hoy que se otorgarán más de $14 millones en becas de investigación científica a cuatro... Full Article
world news Alerta de medios de la AHA: El COVID-19 genera preguntas sobre un mayor riesgo para las personas con ECV y los sobrevivientes de accidentes cerebrovasculares By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Fri, 03 Apr 2020 14:50:00 GMT Sala de prensa sobre el COVID-19 de la AHA DALLAS, 3 de abril del 2020 – El COVID-19 está generando preguntas y preocupaciones generalizadas sobre el mayor riesgo que implica para aquellos con cardiopatías y sobrevivientes de accidentes... Full Article
world news Los médicos de la ciudad de Nueva York observaron diferentes presentaciones cardiovasculares del COVID-19; impacto de alguna ecv preexistente By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Sat, 04 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT DALLAS, 4 de abril del 2020 — El día de ayer, se publicó una investigación en Circulation, la revista insignia de la American Heart Association, cuyo objetivo es ayudar a generar aún más conciencia sobre las manifestaciones cardiovasculares del ... Full Article
world news La protección del futuro de la medicina durante la pandemia del COVID-19 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 15:07:00 GMT Sala de prensa de la AHA sobre el COVID-19 DALLAS, 6 de abril del 2020— La American Heart Association cree que el hecho de permitir prematuramente que estudiantes del área de la salud proporcionen cuidado de pacientes durante la pandemia del COVID-19... Full Article
world news Más de 200 grupos de pacientes solicitaron a la Administración que tomara medidas adicionales para solucionar la escasez crítica de ventiladores y equipos de protección individual, y garantizara la seguridad de los proveedores y los pa By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 06 Apr 2020 17:10:00 GMT WASHINGTON, D. C., 3 de abril del 2020— Hoy, más de 200 organizaciones de protección de pacientes, médicas y de salud pública enviaron una carta a altos funcionarios de la administración de Donald Trump, en la cual se apela a la Administración para que... Full Article
world news Es menos probable que quienes comienzan a fumar en la infancia o adolescencia dejen el hábito cuando son adultos By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Puntos destacados de la investigación: Mientras más joven comience a fumar, es más probable que fume diariamente cuando sea adulto y es menos probable que haya dejado el hábito a los 40 años, según un estudio internacional que incluye a EE. UU. Los ... Full Article
world news Precaución recomendada para el tratamiento del COVID-19 con hidroxicloroquina y azitromicina para pacientes con enfermedad cardiovascular By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 18:00:00 GMT DALLAS, 8 de abril del 2020— El impacto mundial del COVID-19 continúa aumentando y, cada día, la comunidad científica aprende más sobre el efecto y la interacción de las enfermedades cardiovasculares con el COVID-19. Juntos, la American Heart Association... Full Article
world news Lecciones online gratuitas para todas las comunidades religiosas By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 08 Apr 2020 21:50:00 GMT DALLAS, 8 de abril del 2020— Aproximadamente 120 millones de personas en Estados Unidos tienen una o más enfermedades cardiovasculares, las cuales pueden aumentar el riesgo de complicaciones producto del COVID-19. Además, aquellos con hipertensión,... Full Article
world news El sector sin fines de lucro pide al Congreso que incluya la “vía sin fines de lucro” en la Ley CARES 2.0 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 13:07:00 GMT Sala de prensa de la AHA sobre el COVID-19 WASHINGTON, D. C., 9 de abril del 2020— Las organizaciones sin fines de lucro de la nación están en la primera línea en nuestras comunidades durante la pandemia del COVID-19. Trabajan sin cesar para servir a... Full Article
world news Las guías de orientación provisionales de RCP abordan los desafíos de proporcionar reanimación durante la pandemia del COVID-19 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 16:09:00 GMT Sala de prensa de la AHA sobre el COVID-19 Atención con el contenido actualizado a continuación. DALLAS, 9 de abril del 2020– Debido al aumento exponencial actual de la incidencia del COVID-19 en todo el mundo, el porcentaje de paros cardíacos con el... Full Article
world news Directores ejecutivos de salud pública: Inscripciones abiertas para el cuidado de la salud a fin de salvar vidas By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 15:51:00 GMT Sala de prensa de la AHA sobre el COVID-19 DALLAS, 10 de abril del 2020 – Nancy Brown, directora ejecutiva de la American Heart Association, la organización voluntaria líder mundial centrada en la salud del corazón y del cerebro, se reunió con los... Full Article
world news Fecha límite de solicitud extendida para becas universitarias y becas escolares de programas escolares de la American Heart Association By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 15:00:00 GMT DALLAS, 14 de abril del 2020. La American Heart Association ha extendido la fecha límite para solicitudes de becas individuales y becas escolares ofrecidas a través del Kids Heart Challenge y el American Heart Challenge hasta el 30 de junio. Debido a que... Full Article
world news La nueva amenaza de la pandemia: gente podría morir por no llamar al 911 By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 21:00:00 GMT DALLAS, 22 de abril de 2020 — Informes de las líneas del frente de los hospitales indican que la cantidad de ataques del corazón y ataques cerebrales a nivel nacional ha caído en forma precipitosa. Sin embargo, es claro que COVID-19 no hace que las ... Full Article
world news Work-related stress linked to increased risk for peripheral artery disease By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Research Highlights: People who reported work-related stress were more likely to be hospitalized for treatment of peripheral artery disease compared to those who did not report work-related stress. Work-related stress, or job strain, refers to... Full Article
world news Higher economic status does not always translate to better heart health By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 09:00:00 GMT Research Highlights: Upward income mobility is associated with a trade-off between well-being and cardiometabolic health. Reaching a higher income status is not always beneficial for cardiometabolic health, even if it improves economic standing and... Full Article
