Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

In recognition of Heart Health Month, we’re spotlighting the importance of cardiovascular wellness. From risk factors and prevention to innovative treatments, we’re exploring the science and stories shaping heart health today.

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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 10-Jun-2026 07:16 ET (10-Jun-2026 11:16 GMT/UTC)

5-Feb-2026
 

FAU study links ultra-processed foods to greater heart attack, stroke risk

Florida Atlantic University
Peer-Reviewed Publication
5-Feb-2026

Family Heart Foundation teams up with former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck to launch “tackle cholesterol™: Get into the LDL Safe Zone®”

Family Heart Foundation
Business Announcement
5-Feb-2026

'Dark matter, not a black hole, could power Milky Way's heart'

Royal Astronomical Society
Peer-Reviewed Publication
5-Feb-2026
 

HKUMed leads in synergising global clinical trials data: Reviewing cardiovascular drug safety and novel clinical applications

The University of Hong Kong
5-Feb-2026

AI enabled stethoscope demonstrated to be twice as efficient at detecting valvular heart disease in the clinic

European Society of Cardiology
Peer-Reviewed Publication