Landmark study uncovers new set of cells behind back pain

In big news for the millions who suffer from chronic lower back pain, scientists have made a potentially huge breakthrough in understanding its cause at a microscopic level.Continue ReadingCategory: Medical, ScienceTags: Cedars-Sinai, Back Pain, Pain, … Continue reading Landmark study uncovers new set of cells behind back pain

Warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest different for men and women

A new study has examined the most common warning signs associated with a deadly out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrest and found that symptoms differ significantly between the sexes. The researchers hope their study will improve survival rates and educa… Continue reading Warning signs of sudden cardiac arrest different for men and women

COVID-19 infection waves linked to spikes in heart attack deaths

New research from Cedars-Sinai has found over the course of the pandemic heart attack deaths have spiked alongside COVID-19 infection waves. The findings cannot causally link the increases in heart attacks to COVID, however, the research is far from th… Continue reading COVID-19 infection waves linked to spikes in heart attack deaths

AI algorithm accurately predicts risk of heart attack within 5 years

A new AI tool developed by researchers from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center can accurately measure plaque deposits in coronary arteries and predict a patient’s risk of suffering a heart attack within five years. The tool needs further validation before bei… Continue reading AI algorithm accurately predicts risk of heart attack within 5 years

Long COVID still a threat after mild infections, researchers warn

As the world grapples with the rapid spread of Omicron, and daily recorded COVID-19 cases reach frightening heights, a handful of new studies are delivering potent reminders that even a mild SARS-CoV-2 infection can lead to the chronic illness that has… Continue reading Long COVID still a threat after mild infections, researchers warn

Long COVID still a threat after mild infections, researchers warn

As the world grapples with the rapid spread of Omicron, and daily recorded COVID-19 cases reach frightening heights, a handful of new studies are delivering potent reminders that even a mild SARS-CoV-2 infection can lead to the chronic illness that has… Continue reading Long COVID still a threat after mild infections, researchers warn