Muscle-Building Steroids May Trigger Dangerous Heart Rhythm Problems
Many young people dream of building bigger muscles quickly, and some turn to anabolic steroids to speed up the process.
These drugs are widely discussed...
Common Blood Thinner May Outperform Aspirin for Heart Protection
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is one of the leading causes of heart attacks and strokes around the world. It develops when fatty deposits build...
Wildfire Smoke and Extreme Heat Create a Dangerous Threat to Your Heart
Wildfire smoke and extreme summer heat are becoming more common in many parts of the world. When these two dangers happen at the same...
Why Smoking Can Damage Your Heart
Smoking is widely known to damage the lungs, but it also greatly increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Scientists have long known that...
This Stuff in Your Mouth May Cause Dangerous Heart Valve Disease
Doctors have long known that the mouth is closely connected with the rest of the body. People with severe gum disease often have higher...
Moderate Coffee May Protect Your Heart Health
Coffee is one of the world's most popular drinks, and caffeine is the most commonly used stimulant.
Many people rely on coffee to stay alert,...
Could Bleeding Gums Increase Your Risk of Heart Valve Disease?
Looking after your teeth and gums has long been known to help prevent cavities, tooth loss and painful infections.
However, scientists are discovering that good...
Study Finds a Big Cause and Safer Treatment for Heart Rhythm Disorders
Heart rhythm disorders, also called arrhythmias, affect millions of people around the world.
They happen when the electrical signals that control the heartbeat become abnormal,...
Why Cholesterol Drugs Statins Can Cause Muscle Pain
Statins are among the most widely used medicines in the world. They lower cholesterol levels and greatly reduce the risk of heart attacks and...
Scientists Finds a Big Hidden Cause of Heart Disease
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States and many other countries. It causes heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure,...