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AI tool measures ‘heart age’
By LeAnne Gendreau at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
(Aging Untold) — Experts at the Mayo Clinic are using artificial intelligence to analyze echocardiograms, estimate a patient’s “heart age” and compare it with their actual age. A heart age that comes back younger than a patient’s birthday is often a sign that heart-healthy habits are working. A r...
Key takeaway Rhea Rogers, a board-certified physician and Aging Untold expert, said the first step is to focus on the basics.
Why this matters in The Nashville
In Nashville , where cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of death, the concept of "heart age" takes on particular significance. As local residents consider their own heart health, they can draw on the expertise of medical professionals in the city who are likely following developments in AI-powered diagnostic tools. Dr. Rhea Rogers' emphasis on basic habits like sleep, diet, and exercise as key to lowering inflammation and improving heart health resonates in a city where outdoor activities like walking and cycling are increasingly popular. Nashville's parks and green spaces, such as those along the Cumberland River, offer ample opportunities for brisk walks and other forms of exercise that can help lower heart age. By leveraging these local resources and taking small steps towards heart-healthy habits, Nashvillians can work towards improving their overall health and wellbeing.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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What is this story about? (Aging Untold) — Experts at the Mayo Clinic are using artificial intelligence to analyze echocardiograms, estimate a patient’s “heart age” and compare it with their actual age. A heart age that comes back younger than a patient’s birthday is often a sign that heart-healthy habits are working. A r...
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