This diabetes drug can bring serious heart risks
Rosiglitazone is a medication used to help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar levels. It belongs to a class of drugs...
Warning signs of clogged arteries you shouldn’t ignore
Clogged arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, happen when sticky plaque builds up inside the arteries—those important blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood to the...
Study finds how to treat irregular heart rhythm in older people
A team of healthcare researchers is developing a new software tool that could change the way doctors manage elderly patients with atrial fibrillation (AF),...
Why blood pressure spikes at the doctor’s office
White coat hypertension is a condition where your blood pressure goes up when it’s measured at a doctor’s office or medical clinic but is...
The hidden heart risks of anabolic steroids
New research from the University of Birmingham and German collaborators has revealed a troubling link between the use of anabolic steroids and a higher...
Shingles vaccine could lower heart disease risk for 8 years
A recent study published in the European Heart Journal suggests that getting a vaccine for shingles could significantly reduce the risk of heart problems....
This drug use linked to dangerous heart rhythm in young men
New research from the University of Birmingham and German scientists has revealed a serious heart risk tied to anabolic steroid use, especially among young...
This diabetes drug could protect heart and kidney health
People with type 2 diabetes often face serious health risks, including heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, and severe kidney disease. These complications can dramatically...
Why some people refuse life-saving heart drugs
Heart disease is one of the biggest health problems worldwide. In the United States alone, it is the leading cause of death, with someone...
Who really needs long-term blood thinners after a heart surgery?
Blood thinners are important medicines that help stop blood clots from forming. These clots can be life-threatening, especially for people who have had a...