July 22, 2026

Uric Acid May Signal Coronary Calcification

The association with coronary artery calcium persisted following extensive adjustment, whereas carotid plaque findings may be largely explained by cardiometabolic risk factors.

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July 21, 2026

Four Patterns in End-of-Life Decline?

International cohort study found physical function declined most rapidly before mortality, while socioeconomic status was associated with more favorable multidomain trajectories.

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July 20, 2026

AHA: Coffee Need Not Be Avoided in AF

Moderate coffee consumption generally appeared safe for most adults, but randomized evidence suggested divergent effects on atrial fibrillation and premature ventricular contractions.

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July 17, 2026

FDA Approves New Iohexol Vials

The approval includes additional 300 mg iodine/mL and 350 mg iodine/mL vial presentations.

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July 17, 2026

Effect of Socioeconomic Status on SGLT2 Initiation in Heart Failure

A nationwide German claims analysis found lower initiation of guideline-recommended sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitors among women and patients living in lower-income municipalities.

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July 16, 2026

FDA Approves First Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor

Merck reported placebo-adjusted LDL-C reductions of 56% and 59% at week 24 in two phase 3 CORALreef trials supporting the approval.

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July 16, 2026

Oral Aleniglipron Reduced Weight at 36 Weeks

In a phase 2b trial, the highest dose produced an estimated 12% mean weight reduction vs 1% with placebo, although gastrointestinal adverse events were common.

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July 15, 2026

Serostatus May Modify RA Activity–CV Link

Combined rheumatoid factor and anticitrullinated protein antibody status appeared to modify the association between baseline rheumatoid arthritis disease activity and subsequent cardiovascular events in an international observational cohort.

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July 13, 2026

New CDC Report Tracks US Mortality Trends

The annual provisional report summarizes changes in mortality rates, demographic patterns, and leading causes of death during 2025.

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July 10, 2026

Can GDMT Be Safely Stopped After AF Ablation?

Three of 23 patients experienced heart failure deterioration following medication withdrawal, while adverse drug events occurred only among patients who continued therapy.

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