Understanding treatments for congestive heart failure
Congestive heart failure (CHF) is a condition where the heart can't pump blood as well as it should. This can cause symptoms like shortness...
Research shows hidden connection between coughing and heart failure
When people think about heart health, they often imagine symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath. However, something as unexpected as a persistent...
Wearable devices may cause anxiety in people with this heart problem
Wearable devices like smartwatches are marketed as tools to help people monitor their health and quickly address any symptoms.
For those with atrial fibrillation (Afib),...
Where do food cravings come from – and can we stop them?
For some people, it's chocolate. For others, pizza. Or perhaps it's Chinese food, cheeseburgers or fries.
Most people experience food cravings of some type. But...
Study finds 18 proteins linked to both heart failure and frailty
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered 18 proteins in blood that are linked to both heart failure and frailty.
This important finding, published...
This drug may increase risk of nighttime heart attacks
Midazolam is a medicine used to make people feel sleepy or calm before an operation. It’s so powerful that patients usually don’t remember the...
Common causes of heart attacks everyone should know
Heart attacks are a leading cause of death worldwide, affecting millions of people each year. But what exactly causes a heart attack? Understanding the...
This small habit can help beat high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol
The American Heart Association (AHA) has recently urged doctors to encourage healthy adults with slightly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol to be more active...
Recognizing the warning signs of a high blood pressure crisis
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that affects millions of people worldwide.
While it can often be managed with lifestyle changes...
Debunking high blood pressure myths: what you need to know
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health issue that affects millions of people worldwide.
Despite its prevalence, many myths surround this...