Heart Health

This cholesterol-lowering drug may harm kidney health

Cholesterol is like a double-edged sword in our bodies. We need a bit of it to keep our cells healthy, but too much can...

Drug-induced heart failure: what to know

In a world where medications are often seen as lifesavers, it’s unsettling to learn that some drugs, while aiming to cure one ailment, can...

Bright outdoor light may increase stroke risk

In a recent study focusing on the effects of nighttime light exposure, researchers have uncovered a potential link to an increased risk of stroke. Conducted...

Can marijuana use cause heart disease, stroke?

Marijuana, known for its recreational and medicinal uses, has seen a dramatic shift in legal status and public perception in recent years. As more...

How CPR can save you from a heart attacks

When we hear about CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation), it often comes with dramatic visuals of life-and-death moments from movies or TV shows. But beyond the dramatization,...

What to eat and avoid after a heart attack

Surviving a heart attack is a life-changing event that brings with it a heightened awareness of how precious health is. It's also a call...

Is leg pain a sign from the heart?

When we think of heart attacks, we often imagine the classic symptoms: chest pain, shortness of breath, and perhaps arm pain. But did you...

Chronic kidney disease has strong links to heart disease

Our bodies are like complex factories, and our kidneys are the hardworking filters that clean out the waste. Just like any machine, they can...

The surprising link between gut and heart health

When we think about heart health, our minds often go straight to exercise, avoiding cholesterol-heavy foods, or maybe even quitting smoking. But there's an unexpected...

She survived a cardiac arrest. Her husband didn’t.

Danielle McCollian needed some work done at her house. While at the post office, she saw an ad on the bulletin board for a...