Heart Health

Why olive oil can help prevent heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease

Olive oil is a staple in many Mediterranean dishes and is celebrated not only for its rich flavor but also for its impressive health...

College student saved her dad thanks to CPR training at Damar Hamlin’s alma mater

A few months after Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest during an NFL game, his alma mater – the University of...

Family, faith and therapy helped her recover from cardiac arrest, triple bypass and stroke

Staying fit was important to Linda Griffin, especially after she was diagnosed with high blood pressure. That came after the birth of her third...

Why prunes could help lower blood pressure

High blood pressure is a common condition that can lead to serious health issues, such as heart disease and stroke. However, a recent study...

Cardiac arrest as a teenager changed the trajectory of his life

As Nick Knapp began his senior year at Peoria Woodruff High School, everything he'd ever worked for was coming together. From his earliest days, he...

As a teen, she discovered she wasn’t expected to live to 40. She’s 47.

Sara Dorband was in her kitchen looking for a piece of paper to draw on. Opening a drawer, she saw a document with the University...

Study links higher levels of metals in urine to increased heart disease risk

A new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health has found that higher levels of certain metals in urine are linked to...

New way to treat heart rhythm disorders in older people

A group of healthcare researchers is developing a new software tool that aims to improve how doctors manage elderly patients with a common heart...

This virus in mouth may increase heart attack risk

Maintaining good oral hygiene is about more than just a bright smile—it could also play a crucial role in protecting your heart. A recent study...

AI can help detect pregnancy-related heart disease

A recent study led by researchers at Imperial College London and Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust suggests that some patients with chest pain due...