Obesity Care
August 17, 2026
Just How Bad is BMI at Predicting CVD Risk? August 17, 2026
We all know BMI is pretty useless for predicting CV risk, and a new JACC analysis puts hard numbers on just how much it misses, including a high-risk group hiding in plain sight among "normal weight" patients.
Surgeries & Interventions
August 13, 2026
More Interventional Cardiologists, More Low-Value Stents August 13, 2026
The old adage that "built capacity gets used" applies to cardiology too. A Lown Institute study found that regions with the most PCI-performing physicians lead to a disproportionately higher share of patients receiving stents they’re unlikely to benefit from.
Cardiology Business
August 10, 2026
iRhythm Expands MCT Footprint with VitalConnect Acquisition August 10, 2026
iRhythm, best known for its Zio cardiac monitoring wearables, is moving to expand well beyond its 14-day-patch roots by acquiring wearable biosensor company VitalConnect for $287.5M.