Taking this surgery drug at night may harm heart health
When it comes to surgery, keeping patients safe and comfortable is a top priority. One important part of this process is giving medication to...
Waist size compared to height may predict future heart failure better than BMI
A new study suggests that your waist size in relation to your height may be a stronger warning sign for future heart failure than...
Struggling with anxiety? Keeping a regular sleep schedule may protect your heart
If you live with anxiety, sticking to a regular sleep schedule might do more than help you feel rested—it could also protect your heart.
A...
Thyroid hormone therapy linked to heart health risks, study finds
A recent study from the University of Michigan has found a strong link between the intensity of thyroid hormone treatment and the risk of...
Blood pressure drugs may raise heart failure risk for women, study finds
A new study from the University of Bologna is raising concerns about a common blood pressure medication and its impact on women’s heart health.
The...
Seeing a heart doctor could save lives for people with heart failure
A new French study has found that people with heart failure are more likely to live longer if they see a heart specialist, or...
Compound in rice and coffee could help relax heart arteries
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Researchers in Japan have discovered that ferulic acid—a plant-based antioxidant—can help relax heart arteries and may even prevent serious heart problems like...
New drug shows promise for heart health in overweight people
A new study has found that a drug called semaglutide could help improve heart health in people who are overweight or obese, even if...
Changing blood pressure is a hidden heart risk
Have you ever had your blood pressure checked? It’s a simple test that shows how hard your blood is pushing against your arteries as...
Even “normal” sodium levels may raise your risk of heart disease, study finds
A new study suggests that having sodium levels on the higher end of the "normal" range could put you at greater risk for serious...