Heart Health

Mental health screening may help detect heart disease risk

A recent study highlights the efficacy of psychological distress screening as a means to assess a patient's risk for cardiovascular disease. This method, which utilizes...

Education has long-term benefit on heart health

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine have revealed a significant connection between formal education...

Simple blood test can accurately detect heart disease

In a groundbreaking development, scientists at Uppsala University have created a powerful tool that can detect signs of heart disease with exceptional accuracy through...

Many women have undiagnosed heart failure, study finds

Heart failure is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Early diagnosis and treatment can significantly improve patients' quality of life and increase...

Scientists suggest a new way to control high blood pressure

High blood pressure, known as hypertension, is a common condition that poses significant risks for heart disease and other health issues. Traditionally, doctors have placed...

Scientists find the role of platelets in heart disease

Heart disease is a term that encompasses a range of complex conditions, with atherosclerosis being one of the most prominent. Atherosclerosis, a condition marked by...

Hours after saying ‘I do,’ the bride was rushed to the hospital

The morning of her wedding, Amy Deike had a dull headache. It was easy enough to push through. The ceremony went off so perfectly that...

Free-time exercise may strongly reduce heart disease risk

Researchers from Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and Kaiser Permanente have revealed a significant link between lack of leisure-time physical activity (LTPA) in adults and...

This plant nutrient is a natural aid for blood pressure control

A recent study led by scientists at the Hospital of Southern Medical University has highlighted the potential benefits of quercetin, a plant pigment found...

Scientists find an ignored cause of heart disease

Researchers from the University of South Australia have made a significant discovery regarding vitamin D, a nutrient commonly known for its role in bone...