Common heart drug may not strongly reduce heart failure or death after heart attack
A new study, led by Professor Jan Inge Henter and published in the New England Journal of Medicine, examined whether the drug empagliflozin could help prevent heart...
How blood pressure drugs affect your gut health
High blood pressure is a major health concern, affecting about 10% of adults worldwide.
Many people with this condition rely on medications like ACE inhibitors, beta-blockers, and...
Blood thinners in older hearts: benefits outweigh the risks
New research from the University of Bath shows that for older patients with atrial fibrillation, stopping blood thinning medication can be far more dangerous...
Coughing could be a warning sign of heart failure
When people think of heart problems, they usually imagine chest pain or shortness of breath.
But a persistent cough can also be a sign of...
Common blood pressure drug may increase risk of vision loss
A new study suggests that people taking a common type of blood pressure medication, known as Calcium Channel Blockers (CCBs), may have a higher...
Weight gain after breast cancer diagnosis linked to higher heart failure risk
Women newly diagnosed with invasive breast cancer (BC) face an increased risk of heart failure if they experience significant weight gain, according to a...
The connection between heart health and dementia risk
Many people think of heart disease and dementia as separate conditions, but research has shown that they are closely linked.
The health of the heart...
What you should know about cholesterol drugs to stay healthy
Cholesterol is an important part of your body’s health, but too much of the wrong kind can lead to serious problems like heart disease...
Why weight loss surgery may prevent heart failure
A new study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) suggests that weight loss surgery can significantly improve heart health in people with...
Study finds lower heart risk in type 1 diabetes compared to type 2
A recent study has found that people with type 1 diabetes have a lower risk of heart-related problems compared to those with type 2...