Some hormone replacement therapy pills may increase heart disease and blood clot risks
A new study from Sweden reveals that certain hormone replacement therapy (HRT) tablets, used to ease menopause symptoms, may increase the risk of heart...
You have your mother’s eyes and your father’s heart disease – now what?
Research shows that as much as half of your risk for heart disease can come from your family genes.
Experts from the American Heart Association,...
Medications that help manage heart disease
Managing heart disease often involves a combination of lifestyle changes and medications. Doctors prescribe these medications to control symptoms, improve heart function, and reduce...
Diabetes drugs show big benefits for kidneys and heart, study finds
New research reveals that popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs may also protect the kidneys.
This groundbreaking study, published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, analyzed...
This heart problem often comes with heart attack and stroke
Atrial Fibrillation (AF), a condition where the heart beats irregularly and often too quickly, has become an important focus of medical research in the...
This common cholesterol-lowering drug may pose kidney risks
Statins are commonly prescribed medications that help lower high cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart disease. Among these, rosuvastatin is a popular option...
This type of blood pressure drug may raise heart disease risk for women
Beta-blockers are a commonly prescribed medication for managing high blood pressure, which is a leading risk factor for heart disease. However, a recent study...
Vaccine for rash protection can prevent heart disease, stroke
Shingles, a painful skin condition caused by the same virus as chickenpox, is more than just an irritating rash. Recent research reveals it may...
Natural ways to lower cholesterol and protect your heart
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for heart disease, but the good news is that there are natural ways to lower it and...
This high blood pressure drug linked to higher risk of sudden heart stoppage
A recent European study has found a surprising link between a widely used drug for high blood pressure, nifedipine, and an increased risk of...