By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter>

Having a-fib might raise risks for dementia. The link was stronger in people who developed a-fib before age 65 and in those without chronic kidney disease, a new study found. Read more

Chest scans for respiratory ailments might also spot heart trouble. Reviewing CT scans on file to estimate a patient’s heart risks before major surgery may eliminate the need for more imaging. Read more

FDA approves nasal spray medicine to curb migraines. Migraine sufferers will now have a new treatment option that works more quickly and may also be safer for people at risk of heart attack or stroke. Read more

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Posted March 2023