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New guidelines recommend earlier treatment for high blood pressure
The American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology Aug. 14 released new guidelines on high blood pressure prevention, suggesting earlier treatment can reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia, as well as cardiovascular disease, stroke and kidney disease.
Surgical robot offers incisionless treatment for rectal cancer
A groundbreaking surgical robot known as the ESP robotic platform is now being used at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Syracuse to treat early-stage rectal cancer and large polyps with a minimally invasive approach.
AHA podcast: How CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital Is Revolutionizing Rural Cardiac Care
Josh Neff, CEO of CommonSpirit Mercy Hospital, discusses a new cutting-edge communication platform that sends patient EKGs directly from the ambulance to the cardiologist in real time.
Study finds increase in colorectal cancer detection among people aged 45-49
A JAMA study published yesterday found that more adults age 45-49 have been diagnosed with colorectal canc
Providence Alaska Medical Center brings innovative cancer therapy to the 49th state
In 2025, researchers predict about 313,780 new diagnoses of prostate cancer and 34,770 deaths across the United States. But those cases aren’t evenly spread across the country. Mortality rates for Alaskans, for example, are typically higher than the general population due to a range of factors including limited access to treatment.
Study finds steep drop in heart disease death rates
A study published June 25 by the Journal of the American Heart Association found that heart disease death rates fell 66% from 1970 to 2022.
Mass General partners with Matthew Perry Foundation as part of addiction medicine fellowship
Massachusetts General Hospital, based in Boston, has partnered with the Matthew Perry Foundation to establish the Matthew Perry Foundation Fellowship in Addiction Medicine.
New Freestanding Cancer Hospital Brings Advanced Care to NJ
The opening in May 2025 of New Jersey's first freestanding cancer hospital, the Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center, brings renewed hope for cancer patients and their families.
Cary Medical Center’s stroke prevention program promotes healthy lifestyle habits
Cary Medical Center, a 63-bed hospital in rural Caribou, Maine, created the Siruno Stroke Prevention Program to help community members develop and maintain healthy lifestyle habits.
Hartford HealthCare hospitals provide person-centered diabetes care
Hartford HealthCare’s Diabetes and Endocrinology program offers classes, individual counseling sessions, monthly support groups, resources and special events designed to help people with diabetes take care of themselves and prevent long-term complications.