Smart eating for heart disease and dementia prevention
Diabetes and dementia are two serious health challenges that affect millions of people worldwide.
The good news is that science has shown us that what...
New tool can predict stroke outcome with 93% accuracy
Stroke is a major global health challenge, ranking as the second leading cause of death worldwide and the fifth in the United States.
Given the...
Surprising link between alcohol and heart disease risk
We often hear conflicting advice about alcohol and heart health. Some say a daily glass of red wine is good for the heart, while...
Research shows big cause of plaque buildup in blood vessels
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. In the United States, it accounts for about 25% of all deaths. One...
Exercise can’t undo the heart risks of sugary drinks, study finds
A new study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has found that regular physical activity does not cancel out the harmful effects...
Treating gum disease may lower risk of irregular heartbeat
A new study suggests that treating gum disease within three months of a heart procedure for atrial fibrillation (AFib) may reduce oral inflammation and...
This Girl Scout labeled her dad ‘My Hero’ on her phone. 11 days after...
Vada Carawan was 2 when air conditioning fluid spilled onto her dad's hands, leaving them burned, blistered and unusable for about five months. Too...
Why do so many people refuse cholesterol-lowering statins?
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming a life every 34 seconds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
To...
Processed red meat isn’t just bad for your heart, it’s also associated with dementia
Less red meat is good for the planet and a growing number of people have started the new year resolving to pursue a meat-free...
How to protect your heart and brain from stress
Stress is something we all experience, but many people don’t realize how much it can affect their heart and brain. Research has shown that...