Common causes of heart valve disease
Heart valve disease occurs when one or more of the valves in the heart do not work properly. The heart has four valves –...
After a pre-gig heart attack, New Jersey musician embraces exercise
For nearly a decade, trombonist and singer Tommy Meares shared the stage with Jon Bon Jovi, playing in the Kings of Suburbia, the rock...
Blood pressure medication linked to sudden cardiac arrest risk
A recent study by the European Sudden Cardiac Arrest network has found a potential link between a commonly prescribed high blood pressure drug and...
Blood pressure drugs linked to higher risk of bowel disease, study shows
High blood pressure is a serious health issue that affects about 10% of adults around the world.
People with high blood pressure often need to...
The link between heart disease and cancer: What you need to know
Heart disease and cancer are two of the most common and deadly health conditions worldwide. While they may seem to be distinct and unrelated...
Research finds big cause of blood vessel plaque buildup
Heart diseases, especially coronary artery disease, are major health concerns worldwide, with 25% of deaths in the United States caused by this condition. Finding...
High blood pressure and chronic inflammation: What is the connection?
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a well-known risk factor for heart disease and stroke, affecting millions globally.
Recent research has begun to uncover another...
A family affair: Breaking the generational cycle of heart disease in West Virginia
Like many people in rural West Virginia, Sabrina Ford grew up on beans cooked with lard and cornbread loaded with sugar, often with a...
Common causes of drug-resistant high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that can lead to serious complications like heart disease, stroke, and kidney failure.
Most people...
How to survive a heart attack when you’re alone
Imagine this: you're by yourself, and suddenly, a severe pain grips your chest, radiating to your arm and perhaps your jaw. You think it...