E-Cigarette Chemicals May Increase Heart Disease Risk
Is vaping really safer than smoking? Many people believe that e-cigarettes only produce harmless water vapor, but scientists say this is not true.
As vaping...
Surprising News About Obesity, Blood Pressure, and Cholesterol
Researchers have long known that obesity increases the risk of heart disease by raising blood pressure and unhealthy cholesterol levels.
People living with obesity are...
Scientists Discover a Hidden Cause of Heart Disease
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in many countries, even though doctors have made enormous progress in preventing and treating it.
For decades,...
7 Early Warning Signs of Heart Failure You Should Never Ignore
Heart failure is a common and serious medical condition that affects millions of people around the world. Despite its name, heart failure does not...
Your Eye Appointment Could Uncover Dangerous High Blood Pressure
A routine visit to the eye doctor may do much more than protect your eyesight. According to new research, it could also uncover a...
Even Small Sleep Loss Can Affect Your Weight and Heart Health
Good health depends on more than healthy food and regular exercise. One daily habit that many people overlook is sleep.
Modern life often encourages people...
Doctors Find How to Predict Survival after A Heart Attack
When someone has a serious heart attack, every minute matters. Doctors need to know as quickly as possible who is likely to recover well...
Women Who Lift Weights May Protect Their Hearts More Than Expected
Women who include strength training in their weekly routine may be giving their hearts an extra layer of protection, according to a large new...
Common Thyroid Drug May Raise Heart Disease Risk If the Dose Is Not Carefully...
Millions of people around the world take levothyroxine every day to treat an underactive thyroid, a condition known as hypothyroidism.
The thyroid is a small...
Warning Signs of Blocked Heart Arteries You Should Never Ignore
Your heart is a powerful muscle that works every second of your life. It pumps blood filled with oxygen and nutrients to every part...