Plant-based diet could reduce risk of heart disease and stroke
Scientists from the Texas Department of State Health Services and other institutions have found that eating a plant-based diet may reduce the risk of...
A new way to predict survival in older heart failure patients
Heart failure is a serious long-term illness that affects millions of older adults around the world. It happens when the heart becomes too weak...
Scientists discover a hidden cause of heart disease
For many years, doctors have worked to prevent heart disease by controlling diabetes, lowering blood pressure, and reducing cholesterol levels.
Medicines such as aspirin and...
Popular cholesterol drug linked to kidney diseases
A new study from Johns Hopkins University has raised fresh concerns about rosuvastatin, a common drug used to lower cholesterol. Cholesterol is a fatty...
This mineral may help melt artery plaque, preventing heart disease
Heart disease is still the number one cause of death around the world. A major reason for this is a condition called atherosclerosis, which...
Common blood pressure drugs linked to heart failure in women
A new study from the University of Bologna has raised questions about a widely used type of blood pressure medicine called beta‑blockers. These drugs...
Sleeping in on weekends may protect your heart
Many people struggle to get enough sleep during the workweek. Busy schedules, early school or work start times, late-night screen use, and stress can...
Sleep loss may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders
Getting enough sleep is often sacrificed by busy workers trying to balance careers, family responsibilities, and daily stress. However, new research suggests that cutting...
Common blood pressure drug linked to sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the most dangerous medical emergencies. It happens when the heart suddenly stops beating in a normal way and...
Early warning signs of clogged arteries you should never ignore
Clogged arteries, also called atherosclerosis, happen when a sticky substance known as plaque builds up inside the arteries. Arteries are the blood vessels that...