Even ‘normal’ blood pressure in your 30s could raise heart disease risk later in...
A new study has found that even people with “normal” blood pressure in their 30s may face a higher risk of heart attacks, strokes,...
Reducing ‘bad’ cholesterol to very low levels may protect stroke survivors
People who have had an ischemic stroke—a stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel—face a high risk of having another stroke or heart problem.
Because...
How to lower dangerous blood fats triglycerides naturally
Many people don’t realize that too much fat in your blood can quietly hurt your health. One type of this fat is called triglycerides.
Your...
A simple dose change that could make blood thinner drugs safer
Many people who have had a dangerous blood clot need to take blood thinners for months or even years to stop a new clot...
Do you really need blood pressure drug beta blockers for years after a heart...
After a heart attack, doctors often prescribe beta blockers to help protect the heart. These drugs are used to treat high blood pressure, chest...
Should you worry about melatonin and heart failure? The evidence isn’t clear
A study presented at the American Heart Association’s scientific meetings has raised concerns about melatonin, one of Britain’s most commonly prescribed sleep aids.
The findings...
FDA recall of blood pressure pills due to cancer-causing contaminant may point to higher...
A generic blood pressure drug called prazosin, made by Teva Pharmaceuticals, is being recalled by the Food and Drug Administration because it contains elevated levels of cancer-causing...
New drug effectively prevents first heart attacks and strokes
A new study from researchers at Mass General Brigham has brought encouraging news for people at high risk of heart disease.
The large clinical trial...
Your tongue could reveal signs of heart failure
A study from the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine has found something amazing — your tongue might reveal if your heart is in trouble.
Scientists...
Vitamin D3 treatment may cut risk of second heart attack in half
A new study from Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City has found that a personalized approach to vitamin D3 supplementation can make a big...