The Hidden Chemicals in Vapes May Strongly Harm Your Heart

Many vaping products are designed to feel cool and refreshing when they are inhaled. This cooling sensation is one reason why some people find...

New dad’s heart stopped during a family outing. CPR made the difference.

Ed Gorelick could hardly wait to hit the trail again. He usually ran three times a week. But between the birth of his son, Elliot,...

Muscle-Building Steroids May Trigger Dangerous Heart Rhythm Problems

Building a muscular body has become a major goal for many young people. Social media platforms are filled with videos showing dramatic body transformations,...

A Common Hospital Drug Could Stop Heart Attacks Before They Start

Heart attacks have been the leading cause of death in the United States for more than a century. They occur when blood flow to part...

Heart Attack Treatment for People Over 80 May Need a Major Change

Heart attacks are one of the leading causes of death around the world. They happen when blood flow to part of the heart is...

Ingredients in Packaged Foods May Increase Heart Disease Risk

Modern life has made packaged and ready-to-eat foods a normal part of everyday eating. Many people rely on convenience foods because they save time and...

After Cardiac Arrest, She’s Moving Forward Thanks to Granddaughter’s CPR

After a dinner together at their Virginia home, Elizabeth Jackson and her daughter’s family went to the living room and settled in to watch...

Common Blood Pressure Drug May Raise Heart Failure Risk for Women After a Heart...

A large new study from the University of Bologna has raised questions about a commonly used group of blood pressure medicines called beta-blockers. These medicines...

Cholesterol Drugs May Influence Weight, Hormones, and Even the Brain

Millions of people around the world take cholesterol-lowering medicines every day. These drugs are among the most commonly prescribed medications, especially for older adults. Doctors...

Everyday Plastics May Cause Heart Disease Deaths

Plastic products are part of daily life for most people. We store food in plastic containers, use cosmetics packaged in plastic, and rely on many...