Staying heart healthy during American Heart Month
February is American Heart Month—a perfect opportunity for members of the George Washington University community to take a closer look at our own cardiovascular...
Can sleep position affect your heart and brain health?
There's no question about whether sleep is important for heart and brain health. Study after study has shown that it is.
Questions about the importance...
Scientists identify a new cause of heart disease
For decades, doctors have focused on controlling diabetes, lowering blood pressure, and reducing cholesterol to fight heart disease. Medications like aspirin and statins have...
AI model helps detect heart disease risk in women
A new artificial intelligence (AI) model can identify women at a higher risk of heart disease using a simple electrocardiogram (ECG). Researchers believe this...
Signs of heart artery blockages you shouldn’t ignore
Heart arteries can get blocked when fatty deposits called plaques build up inside them. This condition, known as coronary artery disease, reduces blood flow...
One in three people at risk of heart rhythm disorders
Heart rhythm disorders are becoming more common, yet most people don’t know much about them.
These conditions, which affect how the heart beats, can be...
This skin problem may increase heart disease risk
A new study suggests that people with psoriasis, a common skin condition, may have a higher risk of developing heart disease. Researchers from The...
Common drugs for heart disease and high blood pressure can harm sleep
Getting enough sleep is essential for good health. Sleep helps our bodies recover, keeps our minds sharp, and plays a key role in overall...
Fruits and vegetables can lower blood pressure and protect heart and kidneys
A new study has found that eating more fruits and vegetables can help lower blood pressure and improve both heart and kidney health, especially...
A simple pill could reduce heart attacks and strokes
Researchers from Tehran University of Medical Sciences have found a simple and affordable way to reduce the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and heart...