The best diet for preventing heart disease
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but the good news is that what you eat can play a big...
Understanding heart disease risk factors for men over 50
As men age, the risk of developing heart disease increases, particularly after the age of 50.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for...
Keto diet linked to higher ‘bad’ cholesterol and less good gut bacteria
A recent study led by a team of health and nutrition specialists from the University of Bath, in collaboration with colleagues from the University...
Undetected irregular heartbeats can increase death risk, shows study
Irregular heartbeats, even those that go unnoticed by traditional heart monitoring, can significantly increase a person's risk of death, according to a new study...
A new way to decide if you need high blood pressure drugs
Deciding whether to take medication for high blood pressure has been a complex issue.
Traditionally, doctors have used a tool that calculates someone's 10-year risk...
Jolted awake at 2 a.m., his aorta had torn
Roy and Kim Reid started a Memorial Day weekend with dinner and a movie at home. When Kim went to bed, Roy decided to...
Dangerous heart risks of aspirin you need to know
Aspirin is a widely known and frequently used medicine, often taken to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. It's also commonly prescribed to lower the...
How work stress could increase your risk of an irregular heartbeat
Feeling stressed at work might do more than just make you tired—it could also increase your risk of developing an irregular heartbeat, known as...
She’s a psychologist – and a heart attack survivor
Kiki Fehling was enjoying a dance class she regularly attended when the weirdest thing happened.
Trying to lift her arms above her head, she couldn't...
Why some cholesterol-lowering drugs may harm kidney health
Rosuvastatin is a medication commonly prescribed to lower high cholesterol levels, helping to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. It belongs to...