Heart Health

Shingles vaccine could lower heart disease risk for 8 years

A recent study published in the European Heart Journal suggests that getting a vaccine for shingles could significantly reduce the risk of heart problems....

This drug use linked to dangerous heart rhythm in young men

New research from the University of Birmingham and German scientists has revealed a serious heart risk tied to anabolic steroid use, especially among young...

This diabetes drug could protect heart and kidney health

People with type 2 diabetes often face serious health risks, including heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and severe kidney disease. These complications can dramatically...

Why some people refuse life-saving heart drugs

Heart disease is one of the biggest health problems worldwide. In the United States alone, it is the leading cause of death, with someone...

Who really needs long-term blood thinners after a heart surgery?

Blood thinners are important medicines that help stop blood clots from forming. These clots can be life-threatening, especially for people who have had a...

Study shows big cause of coronary artery disease

Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death around the world, responsible for nearly 25% of all deaths in the United States...

Small habit can help control high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol

The American Heart Association (AHA) has released a new statement encouraging doctors to advise healthy adults with slightly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol to...

Why vitamin D is very important for blood pressure and heart health

When people think of vitamin D, strong bones and a healthy immune system often come to mind. While it's true that this "sunshine vitamin" is...

A breakthrough in regenerating insulin-producing cells for diabetes treatment

Scientists from Mount Sinai Health System in New York City and City of Hope in Los Angeles have discovered a promising new approach to...

New cholesterol pill can lower heart disease risk effectively

An international study led by Monash University has found that a new cholesterol-lowering drug called Obicetrapib could offer a more effective and convenient way...