Can a picture save your heart? new study shows the power of seeing risk
Many people know that heart disease is dangerous, but knowing is not always enough to change behavior. A new study suggests that actually seeing...
Why doctors now want you to check cholesterol earlier than ever
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide. A major reason for this is high cholesterol, which can quietly damage the...
This simple food can prevent heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes
A new study from Tufts University has shown that a simple change in what you eat each day may have a powerful effect on...
Walking pace may outperform blood pressure and cholesterol in predicting death risk
Doctors often use medical tests to understand a person’s health. These tests can include blood pressure checks, cholesterol levels, and other clinical measures.
While these...
Popular cholesterol drugs may harm kidney health, major study warns
Statins are among the most commonly used medicines in the world. Millions of people take them every day to lower cholesterol and protect their...
Common blood pressure drugs affect heart health in women
High blood pressure is one of the most common health problems in the world. It is often called a “silent condition” because many people...
Why winter could be the most dangerous season for your heart
Many people worry about heat waves and rising temperatures, but new research suggests that cold weather may be a greater danger to heart health.
A...
Morning exercise may prevent heart disease better
Exercise is widely known to be one of the best ways to stay healthy. It helps control weight, improves heart health, and lowers the...
Common blood pressure drug may increase risk of sudden cardiac arrest
A new study from the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest Network has raised concerns about a widely used medicine for high blood pressure.
The research suggests...
New MRI may transform early detection of heart failure
Heart failure is a serious condition that develops when the heart cannot pump enough blood to supply the body with oxygen.
It often develops slowly,...