Study Finds Hidden Heart Risks After Breast Cancer
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women who survive breast cancer.
Thanks to better screening and improved treatments, more women are living...
Most Heart Attacks and Strokes Give Early Warning Signs
Many people believe that heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure happen suddenly without any warning.
While these events often seem unexpected, a huge new international...
This Common Vaccine May Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke
Most people think of shingles as a painful skin rash, but doctors now know that it can affect much more than the skin.
Shingles is...
Popular Blood Pressure Drug Linked to Dangerous Side Effects
Millions of people around the world live with high blood pressure, also called hypertension.
This condition happens when blood pushes too hard against the walls...
Older People Should Receive More Complete Artery Treatment to Prevent Heart Attack
For many years, doctors have usually focused on treating only the blocked artery that directly caused a heart attack.
This artery is often called the...
Why Some People Have High Blood Pressure but a Slow Pulse
When most people think about heart health, they often focus on two important numbers: blood pressure and pulse rate.
Because both are linked to the...
Alone During a Heart Attack? These Simple Steps Could Save Your Life
A heart attack can happen without warning, even when you are completely alone.
You may be relaxing at home, watching television, working in your garden,...
Common Blood Thinner May Protect the Heart Better Than Aspirin
For decades, aspirin has been one of the most commonly used medicines to help prevent heart attacks and strokes in people with heart disease.
Millions...
Common Blood Pressure Drugs May Have Unexpected Long-Term Effects on the Kidneys
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems around the world.
It affects millions of adults and can quietly...
Research Reveals the Hidden Heart Risks of Vaping
Over the past decade, vaping has become popular with both adults and teenagers. Many people switched from traditional cigarettes believing e-cigarettes were much safer.
While...