Heart Health

Can blood pressure drug beta-blockers harm heart health?

A recent study from the University of Bologna has highlighted the risks associated with beta-blockers, a common medication for treating high blood pressure, particularly...

Cardiac rehabilitation exercises for heart failure

Heart failure is a condition where the heart cannot pump blood as well as it should, leading to fatigue, shortness of breath, and other...

Can high blood pressure raise your heart failure risk?

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the force of the blood...

New hydrogel could replace pacemakers to prevent heart arrhythmias

Heart attacks are life-threatening, and the risk doesn’t end after the attack itself. Even after recovery, about 50% to 60% of heart attack survivors face...

Common causes of heart inflammation everyone needs to know

Heart inflammation, also known as myocarditis, is a condition where the heart muscle becomes inflamed. This can affect the heart’s ability to pump blood...

What to know about water safety and CPR this summer

As people flock to pool parties, sandy beaches and other water adventures to cool off this summer, experts say learning CPR and some water...

Making sense of blood pressure numbers

Understanding your blood pressure numbers is important for maintaining good health. Blood pressure measures the force of blood pushing against the walls of your...

The importance of cutting down on salt in heart failure

Heart failure is a condition where the heart can’t pump blood as well as it should. This can cause a buildup of fluid in...

How to recognize and manage congestive heart failure

Congestive heart failure (CHF) affects millions of people worldwide. This condition occurs when the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively is compromised over time...

How to manage sleep problems in heart failure

Heart failure is a condition where the heart struggles to pump blood effectively, leading to symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath, and fluid buildup. Many...