The role of drug ACE inhibitors in managing heart failure
Heart failure, a condition where the heart can't pump blood as well as it should, affects millions of people worldwide. To manage this condition,...
Recognizing warning signs of heart disease in older people
Heart disease is a leading cause of death among the elderly, but its warning signs are often misunderstood or dismissed as normal parts of...
Exercise to avoid when you have high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the "silent killer" because it typically has no symptoms but significantly raises the risk of heart...
How diabetes influences heart failure
Diabetes and heart failure often travel hand in hand, presenting a double challenge for those affected. While diabetes primarily affects the body's ability to...
Understanding the difference between primary and secondary high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition where the force of the blood against your artery walls is high enough...
Existing drug could greatly reduce heart attack risk, shows study
Heart attacks have been the leading cause of death in the U.S. for a century.
Most treatments for heart attacks focus on breaking down blood...
Why heart disease can hurt kidneys
The heart and kidneys are like teammates in a relay race; when one struggles, it affects the performance of the other. This connection means...
These drinks may help manage high blood pressure, study finds
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a widespread health problem that can lead to severe conditions like heart disease and stroke if not properly...
What imaging technologies can help detect heart disease early?
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death globally, but advances in medical imaging have significantly improved the way we detect and manage cardiovascular...
Understanding common causes of heart rhythm disorders
Heart rhythm disorders, also known as arrhythmias, occur when the electrical impulses that coordinate your heartbeats don't function properly, causing your heart to beat...