Becker's Healthcare September 25, 2024
Francesca Mathewes

Cardiology is one of healthcare’s fastest growing specialties. Here are five studies affecting the specialty right now:

1. According to research from Dandelion Health, a phase 3 trial showed that Wegovy reduced major adverse cardiovascular events by 20% and cut down on heart failure-related symptoms among overweight or obese patients with preexisting severe cardiovascular disease.

2. Machine-learning models may be used to bolster the American Heart Association’s cardiovascular disease risk equations, according to a Sept. 18 study published in JAMA Cardiology.

3. Genetic testing can be used to measure an individual’s...

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