Brazilian Society of Cardiology

Cardiovascular disease prevention and management

14 clusters · 37 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Hypertension and silent diseases: understanding risks and management

Medical experts continue to emphasize preventative measures and lifestyle management to combat cardiovascular disease and stroke. Key risk factors include diets high in salt and saturated fats, physical inactivity, smoki

Brazilian youth health and mental health trends

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Mental health disorders affect millions of Brazilian youth

Health studies in Brazil have identified rising physical and mental health challenges among children and young adults. Research involving students in Minas Gerais, Rio Grande do Sul, and São Paulo found that 28.3% of par

Physiological impacts of jet lag and frequent travel

2 clusters · 3 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Frequent travel and jet lag impact cardiovascular health

Jet lag is identified as a physiological phenomenon resulting from the disruption of the body’s circadian rhythm, which is the internal clock regulated by light and dark cycles. This misalignment affects hormonal signali

Hypertension rates in Brazilian youth

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 17 days ago

Latest: Brazil study finds hypertension in 28.3% of children and adolescents

A study conducted by the Brazilian Society of Cardiology (SBC) as part of the ‘Brasil Coração Saudável’ project has found that 28.3% of children and adolescents up to age 18 in Brazil suffer from hypertension. An additio

Nutritional profile of avocados

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Avocado nutritional benefits and health impacts

Avocados are noted for their significant nutritional value, containing essential vitamins such as C, E, K, B6, folic acid, niacin, and riboflavin, as well as minerals including potassium, magnesium, manganese, and copper

Public health and mortality trends in Portugal and Brazil

3 clusters · 23 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Vital statistics show varying birth and mortality trends in Portugal and Brazil

Public health data from Portugal and Brazil indicate shifting trends in nutrition, birth rates, and mortality. In Portugal, exclusive breastfeeding rates for one-year-old children reached a record high of 46.9% in 2025,

Gender differences in cardiovascular disease symptoms

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Cardiovascular disease symptoms in women differ from men

Medical reports from the Netherlands and Brazil highlight that women often experience atypical symptoms for strokes and cardiovascular diseases compared to traditional male patterns. In the Netherlands, stroke symptoms