Author: Janine Anthes

The American Heart Association 2018 Scientific Sessions The annual meeting of the American Heart Association was held from Nov. 10 to 12 in Chicago and attracted more than 20,000 participants from around the world, including cardiovascular specialists, surgeons, nurses, and other health care professionals. The conference featured presentations focusing on the latest advances in cardiovascular […]

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