Hot, humid weather may increase risk of kidney failure
People living in Australia's hot and humid northern regions are more likely to suffer from kidney failure than those living in cooler and less...
How C-reactive protein outpaced ‘bad’ cholesterol as leading heart disease risk marker
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.
Since researchers first established the link between diet, cholesterol and heart disease in the 1950s,...
7 lifestyle changes that can help prevent heart disease
Heart disease is the top cause of death in developed countries. Thanks to better medical care, surgeries, and increased awareness, deaths from heart disease...
What is the right drug for an irregular heartbeat?
An irregular heartbeat, also called arrhythmia, is when the heart beats too fast, too slow, or in an uneven pattern. Some arrhythmias are harmless,...
Study finds the real cause of heart disease
Heart disease is still the number one cause of death in the United States, even though doctors and scientists have spent many years trying...
Common heart and blood pressure drugs may increase bleeding risk
A new study published in JAMA has found that some blood pressure medicines may be risky for people with atrial fibrillation, or AFib.
AFib is...
Why managing holiday stress is vital for women’s heart health
The holiday season can be a joyful time, but for many women, it also brings extra stress. Busy schedules, family responsibilities, and high expectations...
Disrupted body clocks could increase heart disease and diabetes risk
Our bodies run on a natural 24-hour cycle called the circadian rhythm, which tells us when to sleep, eat, and be active. But today’s...
Common blood pressure may increase risk of sudden heart stoppage
A recent study in Europe has found that a drug commonly used to treat high blood pressure might raise the risk of sudden heart...
Scientists find a new way to fight high cholesterol and heart disease
Scientists at the University of California, Riverside have discovered a tiny molecule in the liver that plays a big role in controlling cholesterol levels...