At 71, he’s back to fishing and renovating houses after a heart transplant
Home builder Keith Hoch was in his early 50s when he started to feel sluggish while building houses for his clients in and around...
Sleep apnea linked to higher risk of heart disease, study finds
A study by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center has found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to a higher risk of heart...
Women lose more years of life after heart attack than men, study finds
A recent study reveals that women lose significantly more years of life after a heart attack compared to men.
Conducted by researchers at Karolinska Institutet...
Understanding common causes of weak heart muscles
A weak heart muscle, medically known as cardiomyopathy, is a condition where the heart muscle becomes weakened and cannot pump blood as efficiently as...
How to manage fluctuating blood pressure
Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood pushing against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps blood.
It’s normal for...
Aspirin use linked to increased risk of heart failure
A recent study by the University of Freiburg has found a concerning connection between aspirin use and a higher risk of heart failure, especially...
These plant-based foods may increase heart disease risk
A new study by researchers at the University of São Paulo and Imperial College London has found that plant-based ultra-processed foods (UPFs) may increase...
Common causes of valvular heart disease everyone needs to know
Valvular heart disease affects the valves of the heart, which are responsible for controlling blood flow in and out of the heart's chambers.
When these...
Tips for relieving high blood pressure headaches
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can cause headaches and discomfort. Managing these headaches is crucial for maintaining overall well-being and quality of...
Common causes of sudden cardiac arrest you need to know
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a frightening event where the heart suddenly stops beating, leading to a loss of consciousness and, if not treated...