Why standard heart tests miss nearly half of heart attack cases
A new study from Mount Sinai has found that many people who suffer heart attacks would not have been warned by current screening tools.
Nearly...
Simple blood test could better predict heart disease risk
For nearly 60 years, doctors have used blood cholesterol levels to find out who is at high risk of heart disease.
But a new study...
Study shows important cause of coronary artery disease
Coronary artery disease is one of the leading causes of death in the United States, responsible for about 25% of all deaths.
It happens when...
A diabetes drug may help keep aging blood vessels young
As we grow older, our bodies naturally go through changes, and one of the most serious ones is the aging of our blood vessels.
Over...
How drinking milk affects risks of heart disease and cancer in older people
Scientists from Sun Yat-sen University found that milk drinking is linked to changes in heart disease and cancer death risks among older people.
Milk is...
Low-sodium meal ideas for high blood pressure management
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a growing concern for many people. Did you know that one in three American adults has...
Quitting smoking completely is the best way to protect heart health
Smoking is often seen as a habit that becomes more dangerous the more you do it. Many people believe that smoking only a few...
Why eating cranberries daily could protect you from heart disease
Scientists from the University of Düsseldorf have found that eating cranberries every day may improve blood vessel function and support heart health.
Cranberries, an evergreen...
Mom changes her approach to health after a heart attack at theater
Twenty minutes into a “Pretty Woman” production – after Edward met Vivian while lost in Hollywood – Debra Wallace doubled over in her seat...
Daily marijuana use may increase risk of heart failure
A new study involving more than 150,000 adults in the United States shows that using marijuana every day may raise the risk of developing...