Heart Health

Scientists discover fruits and vegetables as a natural remedy for hypertension and kidney health

A five-year study has shown that eating fruits and vegetables can greatly benefit people with hypertension. Doctors recommend making these foods a key part of...

Diet, exercise and ‘The Stents’ contributed to his recovery after a massive heart attack

One New Year's Day, Rick St. Sauveur pulled a 10-hour shift at the supermarket where he was an assistant manager. He felt great, even after...

9 in 10 people need better treatment for high blood pressure

Researchers from the University of Gothenburg have found that many individuals with high blood pressure, or hypertension, may require more intensive treatment to reduce...

EMS training on key skills improves heart attack survival

A nationwide study has found that emergency medical services (EMS) agencies that adopt several critical best practices have higher survival rates among heart attack...

Omega-3 supplements: A new hope for lowering high cholesterol

Fish oil supplements, packed with omega-3 fatty acids, are already a multi-billion dollar industry. About 2 out of every 25 people in the U.S. and...

Scientists uncover gender bias in heart failure diagnosis for women with Type 2 Diabetes

A recent study by MedUni Vienna has uncovered a significant issue in diagnosing heart failure in women with type 2 diabetes (T2D). The research, published...

This skin problem is linked to heart disease

Researchers from The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University have identified a potential causal relationship between psoriasis, a common skin condition, and various forms...

This drug reduces obesity and improves heart function

In a recent study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, researchers have identified potential new uses for a drug initially developed for Alzheimer’s disease, schizophrenia, and...

These common diabetes drugs may harm heart health, study finds

Researchers from Northwestern University have uncovered significant cardiovascular risks associated with two drugs frequently used to treat Type 2 diabetes after the initial medication,...

Scientists find link between thyroid treatment and heart disease risk

Researchers at the University of Michigan have discovered that the intensity of thyroid hormone treatment may be linked to an increased risk of heart-related...