Blood pressure drug may increase bleeding risk in these people
A new study published in JAMA has raised concerns about the safety of certain blood pressure medications for people with atrial fibrillation (AFib)—a common type of irregular...
This 9-year-old’s constant companion is an AED
Wherever 9-year-old Adeline Evelyn Dinin goes, her AED is probably by her side.
School. Dance class. Girl Scout meetings. Playdates. The automated external defibrillator, a...
Protein in plants? It’s in there – and here’s why you should try it
Protein. It's what's for dinner.
But many consumers are realizing they don't need a steak on the table for protein. Instead, they're turning their tastes...
How heart aging affects the brain: New study reveals key connections
A new study from the University of Melbourne has provided fresh insights into how age-related changes in the heart affect the brain.
Researchers used advanced imaging techniques to...
Half of people with irregular heartbeat will get heart attack, stroke
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is a heart condition that causes an irregular and often fast heartbeat. It affects many people and increases the risk of...
Common blood pressure drug may increase suicide risk
A recent study has raised concerns about a possible link between a common type of blood pressure medication and an increased risk of suicide.
The...
What you need to know about congestive heart failure
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition where the heart becomes too weak to pump blood efficiently. Over time, this leads to fluid buildup...
What you can do to survive a heart attack when alone
Imagine you’re alone when a sudden, crushing pain spreads across your chest. It moves to your arm, maybe even your jaw. You feel short...
Research shows a new option for lowering cholesterol
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in every cell of the body, playing an essential role in various functions. However, having too much cholesterol—especially LDL...
New guidelines allow athletes with heart conditions to compete safely
Athletes with heart conditions may not need to give up competitive sports, according to a new scientific statementpublished in Circulation and JACC.
The statement, created by experts from the American...