Q: What are the temporal trends in ischemic stroke risk associated with female sex for patients with #AFib ?

A: Female sex is traditionally considered an additive risk factor for ischemic stroke and systemic embolism for patients with AF. bit.ly/49PsW4T #Stroke

It's crucial for clinicians to maintain mental preparedness & presence. The mindfulness that comes from the practice of meditation can be an effective strategy for gaining this mental focus & calmness and overall well-being. Read more in #CardiologyMag : bit.ly/3JmatSu

#ACCAsia Abstracts & Case Submissions are now due April 25!

Submit your abstract and you could get the chance to present it at #ACC25 in Chicago, Illinois! Learn more: bit.ly/443TcHd #ACCIntl

Paravalvular regurgitation was the most common indication for reintervention after TAVR and commonly treated percutaneously, whereas endocarditis was the most common indication after SAVR and often required a redo SAVR.

Read more: bit.ly/49SOb5A #JACCINT

Addressing climate change is crucial not only for mitigating its environmental & societal impacts but also for protecting CV health & reducing the burden of CVDs worldwide.

Read more about environmental risks impacts on heart health in #CardiologyMag : bit.ly/3w732eX

🔑 In the U.S., systemic sarcoidosis has a prevalence of 35.2 cases per 100K population w/ higher incidence & prevalence in Black Americans

Read key points from an AHA scientific statement on the diagnosis & management of cardiac sarcoidosis: bit.ly/4476inj #sarcoidosis

Do you have a research idea in the area of Women’s CV Health?

Apply to participate in the next Heart Tank for a chance to win $5,000 in seed research funding & the opportunity to compete at the Heart Tank Finals at #ACC25 ! Submit your proposal by May 7: bit.ly/3Uu9KEb

Air pollution is linked to higher blood pressure and an increased risk of: heart attack, #AFib , heart failure, stroke and diabetes.

Share the #CardioSmart Air Pollution infographic with your patients: bit.ly/49FUrOc #EarthDay

Hours Left to Apply for the May CCKE! ⏲️

Demonstrate your clinical knowledge and commitment to cardiovascular excellence by taking and passing ACC's CCKE!

Apply by 11:59 PM ET today: bit.ly/3uBiK13 #ACCCVT

What an honor to be with our Porteguese colleagues in the quest for knowledge in the battle of CV disease! Congrats on an excellent conference and your 75th year and 50th conference! American College of Cardiology, Christopher Kramer MD,

Science and innovation are critical to transforming cardiovascular care in Asia and around the world – share your research and latest science at #ACCAsia 2024!

Just a few days left to submit your abstracts & clinical cases. Learn more & submit today! bit.ly/443TcHd

Q: What is the long-term implication of Lp(a) elevation in a pooled multi-ethnic US cohort?

A: While diabetics are less likely to have a high Lp(a), risks were strongest in diabetes, but similar in female vs. male and by race/ethnicity bit.ly/4d1ewRR #JACC

ACC's State Chapters play a pivotal role in fulfilling the College's Mission to transform CV care and improve heart health for all.

Read more on how the Chapters cultivate community, deliver actionable knowledge, transform care & more: bit.ly/3U1WyGk #CardiologyMag

Listen to part 2 of Courtside with the Chair where Drs. Jonathan Kim, MD, MSc, FACC, Martin Maron, MD, Kimberly Harmon & Aaron Baggish continue to discuss the principles of SDM in the context of sports participation for athletes w/ heart disease & 'the why' to do it: bit.ly/3xQycaQ

Complete the ACC's compensation survey for a chance to win free registration to #ACC25 in Chicago, IL!

Help us build a comprehensive view of clinician compensation. Take the survey here: bit.ly/4aGT7Mg

Deadline to Apply for the May CCKE is Monday! 📢

The CCKE enables your team to validate their clinical competence as outlined in the 2020 ACC Clinical Competencies for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants in Adult CV Medicine. Apply today: bit.ly/3uBiK13

ACC’s 2023 Annual Report is OUT! Learn how we’ve been working to transform the future of cardiovascular care for all. bit.ly/3xFaKNP

#CVTransforum gathered for the launch of the new #ACCPresident conversation series with Cathie Biga and an expert panel of guests. Watch 📽️ a full discussion on the power of dyad leadership in cardiology and share your thoughts ➡️ bit.ly/4d6CpHw MedAxiom

If you’re coming due for an MOC assessment, join more than 7,800 of your colleagues who have chosen the #ACCCMP . The CMP is an alternative option that helps meet ALL your needs in one program!

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The presence of cardiomyopathy-associated predicted deleterious variants is associated with an increased risk for all-cause mortality, clinical diagnosis of cardiomyopathy, and composite cardiomyopathy-related outcomes.

Read more: bit.ly/3xyAR91 #JACCHF