Team sports can lower blood pressure and boost health
Many people know that exercise is good for health.
But a new study from the University of Copenhagen shows that playing team sports can be...
New implant restores blood pressure control after spinal cord injury
For people living with spinal cord injuries, something as simple as sitting up in bed or moving into a wheelchair can be dangerous.
Sudden drops...
New drug could help lower blood pressure in kidney disease patients
A new medication called baxdrostat may help people with chronic kidney disease control high blood pressure that has been difficult to manage with standard...
Study finds a big cause of tough high blood pressure
A new study has found that eating too much salt may trigger inflammation in the brain that can raise your blood pressure.
This surprising discovery...
How exercise changes heart nerves
Frequent exercise doesn't just strengthen the heart—it also transforms the nerves that control it, according to groundbreaking new research led by the University of...
What you need to know about heart CT scans
In the journey of heart health management, CT scans emerge as a beacon of clarity, offering a detailed glimpse into the heart’s structure and...
What causes heart rhythm disorders (arrhythmias)?
Heart rhythm disorders, also known as arrhythmias, happen when the electrical signals that control your heartbeats don’t work properly.
This can make the heart beat...
Ethnicity plays a key role in high blood pressure treatment, study finds
New research has shown that the most effective treatment for high blood pressure can depend on a person’s ethnicity.
The results come from the AIM-HY...
Some mental diseases could double heart disease death risk
In the United States, someone dies from heart disease every 34 seconds.
Nearly half of the population suffers from some form of cardiovascular disease (CVD),...
Why caring for your heart could lower cancer and dementia risk
Taking care of your heart doesn’t just protect you from heart attacks and strokes—it helps your entire body stay healthier and stronger.
A new study...