🌱 Gut Microbiome and Cardiovascular Health Emerging evidence highlights the gut–heart axis as a key player in cardiovascular disease (CVD). Microbiota-derived metabolites like TMAO and short-chain fatty acids can influence atherogenesis, blood pressure, and myocardial inflammation. Therapeutic strategies — including dietary fibre, probiotics, and faecal microbiota transplantation — show promise in modulating cardiovascular risk, though larger, standardized trials are needed. Read review 👉 touchcardio.com/cardiovascul… #CardiovascularHealth #GutMicrobiome #MedicalEducation

📢 Missed EHRA 2026? Catch up on all the key insights with touchCARDIO. From advances in atrial fibrillation ablation and long-term rhythm management to emerging technologies in electrophysiology, device innovation and novel approaches to arrhythmia care, our EHRA 2026 coverage brings together expert perspectives on the studies and discussions shaping clinical practice. 📍 Access all EHRA 2026 content here: touchcardio.com/ehra/ #EHRA2026 #Cardiology #Electrophysiology #Arrhythmia #AtrialFibrillation #HeartRhythm #touchCARDIOLOGY

🚀 Stay ahead in the world of Cardiology! Get the latest research, insights, and expert opinions delivered directly to your inbox. Sign up for our touchCARDIO newsletter and never miss a breakthrough in heart health. 🔬 From innovative treatments to clinical trial updates, we've got you covered. 💌 Join the community of healthcare professionals dedicated to making a difference. 👉 Click to subscribe now and stay informed: touchcardio.com/your-free-10… #Cardiology #HeartHealth #MedicalNews #HealthProfessionals #Newsletter

What does your “bench” give you? For clinicians, it’s easy to focus on individual performance, but sustained growth rarely happens in isolation. In her personal reflection, Dr Jennifer Soung describes how her bench has been a source of resilience, perspective and confidence across different stages of her career and life. More than just support, it has also provided: • Challenge when she needed to think differently • Grounding in moments of pressure or change • Inspiration to keep evolving • Opportunities for collaboration, leadership, and research • And even unexpected friendships and career pivots It’s a reminder that the people around us don’t just support our careers; they help shape them. Listen now: touchcardio.com/podcast/whos… #LEADderm #Dermatology #MedicalLeadership #HealthcareProfessionals #HCPEducation

📢 What sustains ventricular fibrillation? Ventricular fibrillation is the arrhythmia most commonly associated with sudden cardiac arrest, yet its underlying mechanisms remain incompletely understood. In this review, the authors explore how ventricular fibrillation evolves over time and examine the evidence supporting different mechanisms involved in its maintenance. 💡 Key discussion points: • Why ventricular fibrillation is not simply a chaotic rhythm • The role of re-entrant activity, focal activation and wavelet dynamics • How mapping methods influence our understanding of ventricular fibrillation • Future directions for personalised management and prevention Read the full article: touchcardio.com/arrhythmia/j… #Cardiology #Electrophysiology #VentricularFibrillation #SuddenCardiacArrest #Arrhythmia

📢 How much do patients and caregivers know about hypertension? New research from a tertiary care centre in Northern India highlights persistent knowledge gaps around hypertension, including awareness of risk factors, blood pressure targets and routine monitoring practices. 💡 Key findings: • Caregivers scored higher on hypertension knowledge than patients • Regular blood pressure monitoring was reported by fewer than one-quarter of participants • Awareness of key risk factors and complications remained limited • Family-centred education may help improve hypertension control and outcomes Read the full article: touchcardio.com/hypertension… #Hypertension #Cardiology #CardiovascularHealth #BloodPressure #PatientEducation

📢 Could a more personalised approach to ablation improve outcomes for patients with persistent atrial fibrillation (AF)? At EHRA 2026, Dr Amir Sherwan Jadidi discusses how identifying atrial substrate abnormalities through high-density mapping in sinus rhythm may help tailor treatment strategies to the individual patient, moving beyond a one-size-fits-all approach. The findings reinforce the growing understanding that persistent AF is a heterogeneous condition and that the extent of atrial remodelling may play an important role in determining the most effective ablation strategy. Read the interview to explore the latest evidence and what it could mean for the future of AF management: touchcardio.com/insight/solv… #EHRA2026 #Cardiology #AtrialFibrillation #AFib #Electrophysiology #HeartRhythm #CardiacAblation #touchCARDIO

📢 EHRA 2026 Highlights: Advances in Arrhythmia Management What developments from EHRA 2026 could shape future clinical practice? ⚡️ In this expert perspective, Prof. Claudio Tondo @tondo_claudioMD - member of the touchCARDIO Editorial Board, reflects on key congress highlights, including advances in catheter ablation technologies, evolving approaches to persistent atrial fibrillation, innovations in device therapy and ongoing challenges in preventing sudden cardiac death. Discover how emerging technologies and a greater focus on prevention are helping to redefine the future of arrhythmia care. 📍 Read more: touchcardio.com/insight/from… #EHRA2026 #Cardiology #Arrhythmia #AtrialFibrillation #Electrophysiology #HeartRhythm

📢 EHRA 2026 Highlights: Can artificial intelligence improve detection of sudden cardiac death? New research presented at the European Heart Rhythm Association Congress 2026 explores how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance identification of sudden cardiac death within large-scale electronic health record datasets - a critical step towards improving risk prediction and prevention strategies. In this interview, Ben Petrazzini (University of Oxford, UK) discusses how AI can help address longstanding gaps in routine healthcare data, where sudden cardiac death is often under-recognized despite being a leading cause of mortality worldwide. 🔗 Learn more: touchcardio.com/insight/arti… #EHRA2026 #Cardiology #SuddenCardiacDeath #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalHealth

🔍 PFO Closure: Device vs Suture – What Does the Data Show? This retrospective analysis compare outcomes from device-based and suture-based approaches to percutaneous patent foramen ovale (PFO) closure. The findings support both techniques as safe and effective options, with potential implications for reducing post-procedural complications and guiding patient-specific decisions in PFO-associated stroke. 👉 touchcardio.com/stroke/journ… #StrokePrevention #Cardiology

📢 Sudden cardiac arrest in young adults remains rare but devastating, often occurring without warning and in individuals with no known history of heart disease. A new systematic review in Heart International examines the epidemiology, underlying causes and prevention strategies for sudden cardiac arrest in adults aged 18–40 years. The review highlights the role of inherited and structural cardiac conditions, the value of advanced diagnostic approaches including genetic testing, and the importance of early intervention through bystander CPR, AED access and community education programmes. Read the full review: touchcardio.com/cardiovascul… #Cardiology #SuddenCardiacArrest #HeartHealth #Prevention #Cardiomyopathy #InheritedHeartDisease

🌍 The countdown is on for CardioAlex 2026. Taking place in Alexandria, Egypt, this year's Silver Jubilee meeting will bring together leading experts from across the cardiovascular community to share the latest advances in research, clinical practice and innovation. We are proud to see Dr Magdi El-Omar, Editor-in-Chief of Heart International, serving as a CardioAlex Vanguard, helping to amplify key scientific discussions and connect the global cardiology community throughout the meeting. 📅 9–12 June 2026 📍 Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Alexandria, Egypt 🔗 Register here: cardio-alex.com/registration… Will you be attending #CardioAlex26? #Cardiology #HeartInternational #touchCARDIOLOGY #CardiovascularMedicine #MedicalEducation

🫀 Understanding Diabetic Cardiomyopathy 🩺 Diabetic cardiomyopathy is an underrecognised complication of diabetes, marked by heart failure independent of other risk factors. Beyond insulin resistance, multiple mechanisms—including inflammation, altered metabolism, and RAAS activation—contribute to its pathogenesis. This review explores the molecular pathways, diagnostic challenges, and opportunities for advancing screening and management. 📖 Read more: touchcardio.com/cardiovascul… #Cardiology #Diabetes #HeartFailure

💓 Arrhythmias affect millions, yet many still go undiagnosed. From stroke to heart failure, the risks are real, but so is the power of early detection and timely care. As we mark the final day of #WorldHeartRhythmWeek 2026, there’s still time to make a difference. Join Arrhythmia Alliance and help raise awareness under this year’s theme: 👉 Your Heart, Your Rhythm, Your Story Let’s keep the momentum going because every rhythm matters and every life counts. 🔗 Extend your knowledge: touchcardio.com/speciality/a… @KnowYourPulse, @TrudieLobban #WHRW2026 #YourHeartYourRhythmYourStory #Arrhythmia #Cardiology #Electrophysiology #HeartRhythm #HCP #PatientCare

🫀 World Heart Rhythm Week 2026 is here 🌍 This week is dedicated to improving awareness, understanding and care across the full spectrum of cardiac arrhythmias, from diagnosis through to advanced, personalised treatment pathways ⚡ Every patient presents a different rhythm story, and advancing care means recognising that there is no one-size-fits-all approach. From early identification of symptoms to innovative therapies such as ablation, leadless pacing, EV-ICDs, PFA and SVT management, collaboration across healthcare teams is essential to improving outcomes and quality of life. We are proud partners and supporters of Arrhythmia Alliance 🤝 and are committed to helping drive education, awareness and innovation throughout #WHRW2026. Join us in supporting better heart rhythm care for every patient, everywhere by extending your knowledge: touchcardio.com/speciality/a… @KnowYourPulse, @TrudieLobban #WHRW2026 #YourHeartYourRhythmYourStory #Arrhythmia #Cardiology #Electrophysiology #HeartRhythm #HCP #PatientCare

📣 We’re excited to announce the launch of our new TikTok channel - Touch Medical Media! We’re expanding our digital presence to bring you engaging, informative, and high-quality medical content in a fresh and accessible format. 🎥 From insightful health updates to behind-the-scenes perspectives in medical media, there’s plenty more on the way, so watch this space! 👉 Follow us now on TikTok and be part of the journey as new content rolls out soon - tiktok.com/@touchmedicalmedi… Stay tuned, exciting things are coming. #TouchMedicalMedia #TikTokLaunch #MedicalEducation #FollowUs

📢 Nominations for touchCARDIO Future Leaders 2026 are now open! Do you know a rising star in cardiology who is driving innovation, improving patient outcomes or advancing research? We would love to hear from you! ✨ Make your nomination today: touchcardio.com/insight/nomi… 📄 Full nomination criteria is available through the link above. #touchCARDIO #FutureLeaders2026 #Cardiology #CardiologyEducation #HeartHealth

📢 We’re delighted to see Dr Magdi El-Omar announced as a Vanguard for the Silver Jubilee edition of @CardioalexC 2026. As Editor-in-Chief of Heart International, Dr Magdi El-Omar continues to support the advancement of cardiovascular education and global scientific exchange, making him an excellent ambassador for this landmark meeting. 📍 Alexandria, Egypt 📅 9–12 June 2026 We look forward to following the latest scientific updates, faculty highlights and discussions from #CardioAlex26. #Cardiology #HeartInternational #touchCARDIOLOGY #CardiovascularMedicine #MedicalEduca.tion

Who’s on your bench? As healthcare professionals, expertise matters; but so does the support system behind it. Your career isn’t shaped only by what you know, but by who helps you think, decide, recover, and grow through each stage of it. In the final episode of the LEADderm mini-series, we explore the “bench” every high performer needs and why no one succeeds alone. We’re joined by clinician Dr Jennifer Soung and business leader Nita Nautiyal to unpack how the right people around you can influence resilience, decision-making, and long-term wellbeing. We discuss: • The five roles that strengthen your personal and professional support system • Why connection is an essential career skill, not a soft extra • How intentional relationships shape how you respond to challenge • Why events like LEADderm can be a great starting point for building your network Take a moment to ask yourself: who’s on your bench and who’s missing? Listen now: touchcardio.com/podcast/whos… #LEADderm #Dermatology #MedicalLeadership #HealthcareProfessionals #HCPEducation

⚡ During World Heart Rhythm Week 2026, we are proud to support SVT Awareness Day on Wednesday 03 June, helping to educate patients, healthcare professionals and communities about Supraventricular Tachycardia (SVT/pSVT) and the importance of recognising symptoms early. 🫀 Knowing your pulse can help you know your heart rhythm and it could save a life. ❤️ As healthcare professionals, we play a vital role in improving awareness, supporting timely diagnosis and helping patients understand the range of treatment options available. From symptom recognition to referral pathways and advanced therapies, education remains key to improving outcomes for those living with SVT. We are proud partners and supporters of Arrhythmia Alliance and encourage you to join the conversation, share resources and help raise awareness throughout the week. Together, we can empower more patients to recognise the signs and seek the right care sooner. Be sure to support SVT Awareness Day and refresh your knowledge: touchcardio.com/speciality/a… @KnowYourPulse, @TrudieLobban #SVTawarenessDay #WHRW2026 #KnowYourPulse #HeartRhythm #Cardiology #Electrophysiology #ArrhythmiaAwareness