Why heart attacks spike on Christmas Day
Every year, more people suffer heart attacks on Christmas Day than on any other day.
This surprising and unsettling pattern has been confirmed by studies...
How much longer can you live on cholesterol-lowering drugs?
Statins are widely prescribed medications used to lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
For many people, the question arises:...
Cannabis use linked to hidden heart risks, study finds
A recent study highlights a serious concern for young adults who use cannabis: an increased risk of heart attacks.
Researchers from Unity Health Toronto found...
Young athlete had mild heart issues. His autopsy showed he died from an enlarged...
Jaden Blackwell fell in love with football at age 5. That same year, a pediatrician heard a swishing sound in Jaden's chest.
It was a...
How exercise protects your heart health
Heart attacks are one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but the good news is that many of them can be prevented.
One of...
Can cholesterol-lowering drugs harm your kidney health?
Statin drugs are some of the most commonly prescribed medications in the world. They are used to lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of...
Understanding the common causes of arteries harden
Artery hardening, also known as atherosclerosis, is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
It happens when the walls of your arteries become thick...
Palliative care can help in stroke recovery
Stroke survivors and their families can greatly benefit from palliative care, which focuses on relieving pain, managing symptoms, and providing emotional and practical support...
Coffee may prevent cognitive decline in people with this heart problem
Drinking coffee may help protect against cognitive decline in people with atrial fibrillation (AFib), according to research published in the Journal of the American...
After recovering from heart failure related to pregnancy, she went on to game show...
As academic director for Duke University's corporate education business, Cheryl Stokes traveled the globe.
Doing so while 4 months pregnant meant enduring more discomfort than...