Heart Health

Estrogen and heart health: a complex connection

Estrogen is a sex hormone that's known for controlling female traits and reproduction. But a new study says estrogen might also affect the heart.

New study reveals the root cause of heart rhythm disease

A new study by The Ohio State University brings hope to people suffering from certain heart rhythm disorders.

High blood pressure treatment: a comparison of ace inhibitors and arbs

When it comes to treating high blood pressure, there are many options. A recent study from Geisinger Medical Center has found that two classes of...

What you need to know about heart health and strokes

Imagine this: one day you're going about your regular activities when all of a sudden, you start to feel dizzy. That's what happened to...

Back on the bike, advocating for personalized treatment for PAD

Despite working in the auto industry for more than 40 years, Ken Whipple has always been an avid cyclist. Since college, the Detroit native...

Light may revolutionize heart arrhythmia treatment

Do you know someone suffering from atrial fibrillation (AF), an irregular, often rapid heart rate? New research indicates that a light-based method, known as optogenetics,...

Heart risks and high blood pressure drugs: a study for everyone

In a research study from the University of Bologna, scientists have made a discovery. Women who take a certain drug for high blood pressure have...

Diabetes drug rosiglitazone linked to increased heart risks

In a recent study from Yale School of Public Health and other institutions, scientists found that the diabetes drug rosiglitazone is associated with an...

Belly fat: the hidden risk for diabetes and heart disease

Deep Belly Fat: More Than Just a Nuisance Most of us are aware that too much fat on our bodies can be bad for our...

Scientists create “atlas” of metabolites linked to heart disease

Cleveland Clinic researchers have mapped out a comprehensive "atlas" of metabolites related to cardiovascular disease, providing crucial insights into the processes and potential pathways...