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health13 days ago

Do You Need a CT Angiography for Heart Blockages? Expert Debunks Myths

Dr. Bondre explains that CT Angiography is not always necessary for detecting heart blockages, especially in low-risk, asymptomatic patients with normal ECG and stress test results. Standard tests like ECG and stress tests are effective for initial assessment, but have limitations in detecting all artery issues. CT Angio provides detailed images and is useful for intermediate or high-risk patients or when other tests are inconclusive, but it involves radiation, risks from contrast dye, and higher costs. Medical guidelines recommend using CT Angio selectively, emphasizing lifestyle modifications for prevention.

via Times of India|
#ct-angiography#ecg#health
finance4 months ago

Fed Finalizes New Capital Requirements for Large Banks

The Federal Reserve announced final individual capital requirements for large banks, effective October 1, based on stress test results, with a proposed rule to average results over two years to reduce volatility. The requirements include a minimum of 4.5%, a stress capital buffer of at least 2.5%, and potential surcharges for the largest banks. Morgan Stanley's buffer is under review, with a decision expected by September 30, 2025.

via Federal Reserve Board (.gov)|
#capital-requirements#federal-reserve#finance
finance6 months ago

Major Banks Pass Fed Stress Tests, Paving Way for Dividend Increases

The Federal Reserve's recent stress test shows that the largest U.S. banks are well-capitalized and capable of surviving a severe recession, although the test was less rigorous than previous ones due to economic conditions and methodological adjustments. Major banks like JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs passed the test, enabling them to resume dividend payments and share buybacks, supporting the ongoing deregulation efforts.

via Newser|
#bank-resilience#big-banks#federal-reserve
finance1 year ago

"Federal Reserve Board Unveils 2024 Stress Test Scenarios"

The Federal Reserve Board has released the hypothetical scenarios for its annual stress test, which evaluates the resilience of large banks by estimating losses, net revenue, and capital levels under severe recession scenarios. This year's test includes a global recession with heightened stress in real estate and corporate debt markets, and for the first time, an "exploratory analysis" with four hypothetical elements to probe different risks in the banking system. The exploratory analysis will not affect bank capital requirements, and the results will be published alongside the annual stress test results in June 2024.

via Federal Reserve|
#annual-stress-test#banking-system#federal-reserve-board
health2 years ago

The Surprising Link Between Cardiac Stress Tests and Cancer Risk

A recent study conducted by the Mayo Clinic found a strong correlation between the results of a cardiac stress test and the risk of dying from cancer. The study tracked over 13,000 participants and found that those who performed poorly on the stress test were more than twice as likely to die from non-cardiovascular diseases, with cancer being the most significant cause. The study suggests that cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer share similar risk factors. Fitness level, as measured by aerobic capacity, was found to be a key factor in reducing the risk of both cardiovascular disease and cancer. Regular exercise, even at moderate intensity, is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and certain cancers, while also helping to prevent obesity, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic diseases. Emerging research also suggests that exercise may have beneficial effects on the gut microbiome, which could contribute to the prevention and treatment of cancer.

via National Geographic|
#cancer-risk#cardiovascular-disease#exercise
cryptocurrencydefi2 years ago

"DeFi Ecosystem Vulnerable to Vyper Stress Tests"

A critical vulnerability in the Vyper programming language has exposed several decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols to stress tests, resulting in the theft of millions of dollars worth of cryptocurrencies. The vulnerability, caused by a malfunctioning reentrancy lock, targeted liquidity pools on the Curve Finance protocol. Pools with wrapped Ether (wETH) are at risk of attack. The incident has affected multiple projects, including Alchemix, PEGd, Metronome, and Curve DAO, with significant outflows reported. The price of CRV has also dropped, potentially impacting Aave's protocol.

via Cointelegraph|
#cryptocurrencydefi#curve-finance#defi