More than a warning sign: Common cardiovascular biomarker may contribute to disease

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The article discusses evidence that a commonly measured cardiovascular biomarker may contribute to heart disease, rather than serving only as a warning sign. It highlights the burden of heart failure and cardiovascular disease in the United States.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming a life nearly every 34 seconds. A major driver of these fatalities is heart failure, a progressive condition where the heart struggles to pump enough blood throughout the body.