December 10
Recap of Scientific Sessions 2020 Day 1 Health disparities have always been an issue, but COVID-19 has brought them to the forefront. Listen in as Donald Lloyd-Jones, MD, ScM, Michelle Albert, MD, MPH, and Lisa Cooper, MD, MPH, discuss the impact of structural racism on public health. Read More
Recap of Scientific Sessions 2020 Day 2 and ReSS 2020 Day 1The Presidential Session provided key take-aways of AHA strategic goals as well as achievements of awardees of the Association’s highest honors. Read More
Recap of Scientific Sessions 2020 Day 3One of the day’s highlights was the Late-Breaking Science and understanding patient reported symptoms on statin therapy. Read More
Recap of Scientific Sessions 2020 Day 4Highlights included implementation science and how to better incorporate evidence into practice as well as artificial intelligence in imaging. Read More
Recap of Late-Breaking ScienceLeaders share the science, trials and results that were discussed as part of the Late-Breaking Science presented during the Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual experience. Read More
Learning Studios and Satellite Symposia available OnDemandDiscover the latest products and innovative technologies with Learning Studios and Satellite Symposia OnDemand — all from the Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual experience. Registration for Scientific Sessions is required, and you can register through Jan. 4, 2021. Once registered, go to Program, then OnDemand Sessions. Search by Live Learning Studio or Live Satellite Symposia. Read More
Continue to explore the exhibitsThe Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual experience featured more than 40 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for the field of cardiology. The exhibits are still open and you can visit today! Registration for Scientific Sessions is required, and you can register through Jan. 4, 2021. Once registered, go to Industry Supporters, then Exhibits. Read More
Get Abstracts on Download today — for freeAbstracts on Download provides the world of abstracts at your fingertips. Content is provided for Abstract Oral Sessions, Abstract Poster Sessions, Late-Breaking Basic Science, Moderated Digital Posters and the Resuscitation Science Symposium. Made possible in part by support from Janssen. Read More
Call for program suggestionsWe’re already planning for Scientific Sessions 2021. And we need your input. Do you have an idea for a session topic? Do you know a potential speaker? Let us know! All ideas will be reviewed by the Committee on Scientific Sessions Program. Submissions will be accepted until 5 p.m. CST, Monday, Jan. 4, 2021. Read More
December 3
Structural racism as a public health crisisHealth disparities have always been an issue, but COVID-19 has brought them to the forefront. Listen in as Donald Lloyd-Jones, MD, ScM, Michelle Albert, MD, MPH, and Lisa Cooper, MD, MPH, discuss the impact of structural racism on public health. Read More
One-on-one with Harlan KrumholzHarlan M. Krumholz, MD, SM, presented his Distinguished Scientist Lecture, “The Inflection Point: Ideas for Accelerating Breakthroughs and Improving Cardiovascular Health” at Scientific Sessions 2020. Here he shares his ideas on outcomes research and how to boost the cardiovascular health of patients. Read More
Q&A with Elazer R. EdelmanElazar R. Edelman, MD, PhD, delivered a Science Catalyst Keynote at Scientific Sessions 2020. With his work focused on how vascular science and technology can work together, his sessions challenged our current thinking on science. Read More- Learning Studios and Satellite Symposia available OnDemandDiscover the latest products and innovative technologies with Learning Studios and Satellite Symposia OnDemand — all from the Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual experience. Registration for Scientific Sessions is required, and you can register through Jan. 4, 2021. Once registered, go to Program, then OnDemand Sessions. Search by Live Learning Studio or Live Satellite Symposia. Read More
- Continue to explore the exhibitsThe Scientific Sessions 2020 virtual experience featured more than 40 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for the field of cardiology. The exhibits are still open and you can visit today! Registration for Scientific Sessions is required, and you can register through Jan. 4, 2021. Once registered, go to Industry Supporters, then Exhibits. Read More
- Get Abstracts on Download today — for freeAbstracts on Download provides the world of abstracts at your fingertips. Content is provided for Abstract Oral Sessions, Abstract Poster Sessions, Late-Breaking Basic Science, Moderated Digital Posters and the Resuscitation Science Symposium. Made possible in part by support from Janssen. Read More
- Call for program suggestionsWe’re already planning for Scientific Sessions 2021. And we need your input. Do you have an idea for a session topic? Do you know a potential speaker? Let us know! All ideas will be reviewed by the Committee on Scientific Sessions Program. Submissions will be accepted until 5 p.m. CST, Monday, Jan. 4, 2021. Read More
November 18
Trials’ results suggest advancements in treatment approaches for CKD/T2D, TIA/minor ischemic stroke, pericarditis and ACSInvestigators in four trials revealed findings to impact treatment of patients with chronic kidney disease/Type 2 diabetes, TIA or minor ischemic stroke, pericarditis and ACS during their Late-Breaking Science session “Randomized Trials: Brain, Kidney and Heart” on Monday. Read More
COVID-19 cardiovascular disease registry documents relationships between CVD and COVID-19Researchers for “AHA Goes Viral: COVID-19, Influenza Vaccines and Cardiovascular Disease,” Late-Breaking Sessions on Tuesday reported:
- Nationwide COVID-19 cardiovascular disease registry details cardiovascular complications.
Clinical trials that are making strides in digital interventions to improve CV patient careInvestigators in four trials shared creative and effective approaches for optimizing patient health at the Late-Breaking Scientific session “High Tech or High Touch: Creative Strategies to Optimize Patient Care” on Tuesday. Read More
Heart failure and atrial fibrillation: Vitamins, minerals, nutrients and moreInvestigators revealed surprising findings about supplemental iron, omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D3 during their Late-Breaking Science session “Heart Failure and Atrial Fibrillation: Vitamins, Minerals, Nutrients and More” on Friday. Their findings include:
- Omecamtiv mecarbil, a novel cardiac myotrope, may help manage patients with heart failure.
Cost, access, adherence key challenges in global CVD preventionResearchers in the “Bending the Curve for CVD: Precision or PolyPill?” Late-Breaking Science session on Friday found:
- More affordable, effective and accessible primary prevention is needed to reduce the burden of global cardiovascular disease.
Clinical trials provide insights into CVD diagnosis in women, treatment for PCI and arrhythmia-associated bioprosthetic mitral valvesIn Saturday’s Late-Breaking Science session, “Current Challenges in Coronary and Valve Disease,” three cardiac investigators revealed compelling data on alternative medications and multimodal imaging for patients in niche groups: Read More
Trials shed light on fish oil, statin side effects and a new pathway to manage lipidsInvestigators in four trials revealed compelling clinical science contributing to the story of lipid therapy on cardiovascular disease prevention during “Fish Oil, Fancy Drugs and Frustrations in Lipid Management” Late-Breaking Science session on Sunday. Read More
The latest clinical trial results in managing thrombosis in stentsResearchers in Sunday’s “Stents, Valves and Clots” Late-Breaking Science session revealed:
- Drug-eluting stents with rapid polymer degradation are not inferior to standard polymer DES.
- One-month dual anti-platelet therapy is not inferior to recommended therapy following DES.
AF trials reveal pragmatic screening and intervention opportunitiesInvestigators in four atrial fibrillation trials revealed compelling results during Monday’s “To Screen or Not to Screen, and Then What? Studies of Detection and Treatment of AF” Late-Breaking Science session. Read More
Thank you for helping to make #AHA20 a resounding successThank you for joining us for the Scientific Sessions and ReSS 2020 virtual experience. Even though we couldn’t meet in person this year, you joined us from your offices and homes to help make it a resounding success. Read More