Infarcts

13 articles

After a heart attack, the Mediterranean diet significantly reduces the risk of recurrence

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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22 March 2023

A large Spanish study confirms that in people affected by coronary heart disease, the Mediterranean diet considerably reduces the risk of cardiovascular events.

Is exercising late in the morning associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease?

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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14 December 2022

For the same amount, physical exercise performed in the late morning rather than at another time of day was associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a study carried out among 86,657 participants from the UK-Biobank cohort.

Walking associated with reduced risk of dementia, cardiovascular disease and cancer

The amount (number of steps/day) and the intensity (number of steps/min) of walking are associated with a reduced risk of dementia, premature mortality, cardiovascular disease and cancer, according to a prospective study among a large cohort from the United Kingdom.

Influenza vaccination reduces the risk of premature death in coronary patients

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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4 November 2021

A recent clinical study shows that influenza vaccination of patients with myocardial infarction significantly reduces mortality.

Association between chronic stress and heart attacks

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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7 April 2021

High concentrations of cortisol in the hair, a biomarker of chronic stress, have been associated with an increased risk of myocardial infarction in middle-aged people.

Why do the Japanese have the highest life expectancy in the world?

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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9 March 2021

The high life expectancy of the Japanese is largely due to a diet conducive to maintaining overall good health.

Effects of cold on cardiovascular health

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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16 February 2021

Cold temperatures have marked effects on the cardiovascular system and are associated with an increase in cardiac symptoms, such as angina and arrhythmias, as well as an increased incidence of myocardial infarction.

The importance of properly controlling your blood pressure

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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26 October 2020

A study reports that the onset of hypertension before the age of 45 doubles the risk of cardiovascular disease and premature death.

The importance of maintaining normal cholesterol levels, even at a young age

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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30 December 2019

One study reports that young adults with high blood cholesterol levels are much more likely to be affected by cardiovascular disease later in life.

Toward a consensus on the effects of dietary fat on health

Dr Martin Juneau, M.D., FRCP

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17 December 2018

It is not so much the total amount of sugar or fat in the diet that matters, but rather the type of sugar or fat that is consumed.

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