Just three nights of poor sleep might harm your heart – new study
We’ve long known that a lack of sleep is bad for the heart – but scientists are now starting to understand exactly how it...
Improved fitness gave man chance to walk daughter down the aisle after heart attack
Justin Ballard of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, stared at the photos in disbelief.
"Do I really look that big?" he thought.
The pictures came from a joyous...
This skin disease brings hidden risk to your heart
When most people think of psoriasis, they picture red, flaky patches of skin that itch or hurt. But psoriasis is more than just a...
Volunteer EMT skipped his own checkups – until chest pain knocked him to his...
TJ Smith knew better than to let a decade pass without seeing a doctor.
After all, he was a volunteer EMT in Powhatan, Virginia. He...
Why good sleep is essential for a healthy heart
Most people know that sleep helps us feel rested and alert, but many don’t realize how deeply connected sleep is to heart health.
In fact,...
How to spot warning signs of heart artery blockage
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. One common form is when the arteries that carry blood to the heart...
People with type 2 diabetes face higher risk of this heart problem
At a major diabetes conference in Hamburg, Germany, researchers shared important findings about the serious risks faced by people with type 2 diabetes. One...
Scientists find a new way to spot dangerous heart rhythm early
A new technology could make it easier to detect a common and potentially dangerous heart rhythm problem—without even touching the body.
Scientists have developed a...
Swollen feet and heart failure: what you need to know
Heart failure is a condition where the heart isn’t able to pump blood as well as it should. This doesn’t mean the heart has...
Scientists uncover key heart protector in battle against heart failure
Scientists have found a new clue that could lead to better treatments for heart failure, especially in people with type 2 diabetes.
A recent study...