Study finds big cause of high heart disease risk in older women
Many women experience major changes in their health after menopause. One of the most serious concerns is the increased risk of heart disease.
For years,...
Minimally invasive procedure can treat irregular heartbeat better than drugs
Atrial fibrillation, often called AFib, is a condition that affects the rhythm of the heart. Instead of beating in a steady and regular way,...
You don’t need 10,000 steps a day to protect your heart
Many people believe they must walk 10,000 steps every day to stay healthy. This number has become very popular around the world.
However, new research...
Two popular cholesterol drugs can both effectively prevent heart attacks, strokes
Many people around the world take medicines to control their cholesterol levels. Cholesterol is a fatty substance in the blood. When levels of “bad”...
Hidden signs your heart may be in trouble
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death across the world. It affects millions of people every year and often develops slowly...
New radiation treatment significantly reduce deadly heart rhythm disorders
For people with serious heart rhythm problems, daily life can be filled with fear and uncertainty.
One of the most dangerous conditions is called ventricular...
Why heart risk increases after menopause
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women around the world.
Many women notice that their risk of heart problems increases after menopause,...
Your heart health over time may shape your future more than you realize
Keeping your heart healthy is something many people think about only later in life, but new research suggests that what you do for your...
New radiation may calm dangerous heart rhythms without surgery
Heart rhythm problems can sometimes become very serious, especially when they start in the lower chambers of the heart. One of the most dangerous...
Good heart health over time may strongly reduce early death risk
When people think about heart health, they often focus on their current condition. They may ask whether their blood pressure is normal today or...