New drug can lower cholesterol for people who can’t tolerate statins
Cholesterol is a fatty substance present in every cell of our bodies. While it is essential for many functions, having too much of it...
Standing more won’t prevent heart disease, could cause circulatory issues
Many people are turning to standing desks and other ways to avoid sitting too much, hoping to stay healthier and lower the risks associated...
She had an emergency c-section and heart surgery the same day
The moment Kirsten Dorsey realized she would deliver her second child and have open-heart surgery on the same day, her heart raced and her breath quickened.
But...
This common diabetes drug may have harmful effects on the heart
Rosiglitazone is a drug used to help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar levels. Belonging to a class of drugs called...
Reducing systolic blood pressure below this number can prevent heart disease
Researchers have made a significant discovery: closely managing blood pressure can greatly lower the risk of heart problems, particularly for people who are at...
Retired journalist fell asleep doing a crossword. He woke up amid a stroke.
Avid local politics follower and retired journalist Paul Krueger had a full day. He sat in on a San Diego City Council meeting, swam...
Scientists find new cause of deadly heart rhythm disorders
Researchers at The Ohio State University have made a breakthrough in understanding why certain heart rhythm disorders, known as calmodulinopathies, can be so dangerous.
Their...
How much vitamin D do you need for heart disease prevention?
Recent research by Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City has raised questions about whether the current recommendations for Vitamin D intake are enough to...
How manganese can help treat heart disease
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the top cause of death worldwide. A common type of CVD is atherosclerosis, where fat and other substances form plaques...
Why kidney problems are strongly linked to heart disease
Kidney disease and heart disease often go hand in hand. Research has shown that problems with the kidneys can lead to issues with the...