How to position yourself during a heart attack
A heart attack can be a terrifying experience, not just for the person having it but for anyone nearby. Knowing what to do in...
New clot-busting drug may improve recovery after stroke
A recent study has found that the clot-busting drug tenecteplase could offer better recovery outcomes for people who experience ischemic stroke compared to the...
Women face higher risk of death after heart surgery complications
A new study led by the University of Michigan has found that women are more likely than men to die after experiencing complications from...
Menopause and heart health: What every woman should know
Heart disease is a serious risk for everyone as they age, but for women, the transition into menopause brings additional concerns.
According to an American...
This simple dietary change could help prevent heart disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death around the world, claiming almost 18 million lives each year. While many things contribute to heart...
Chaplain celebrates 4 birthdays: The day he was born, plus 3 more when his...
When Richard A. Thompson III walks through hospital corridors or on their grounds with families of loved ones who are injured or sick or...
Can moderate alcohol benefit your heart health?
Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital have made an interesting discovery about how a small to moderate amount of alcohol might affect heart health.
Their study,...
Research shows important cause of arterial blockages in the heart
Coronary artery disease (CAD) occurs when the main blood vessels that supply the heart become damaged or blocked. This often happens because of a...
How heart problems can affect your brain
Three common heart diseases—heart failure, atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat), and coronary heart disease—are linked to memory loss and a higher risk of dementia,...
This supplement could reduce pain in peripheral artery disease
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a serious condition that affects the blood vessels in the legs, making it difficult and painful to walk. PAD...