Heart Health

AI can help check the right part of the heart, study shows

In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have leveraged artificial intelligence (AI) to significantly improve the assessment...

A fastball to the chest sent college baseball player into cardiac arrest

Standing in the batter's box during an October 2022 practice at Iona University in New Rochelle, New York, Nick DiCarlo was planning to bunt...

Research shows the profound impact of alcohol on heart health

A new study has brought fresh insights into the complicated relationship between alcohol consumption and cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk. Published in BMC Medicine, this research...

Some e-cigarettes may cause this dangerous heart disease

As we usher in the new year, many smokers and vapers might be considering quitting or reducing their smoking habits to improve health. A popular...

Scientists find a hidden cause of heart disease

Heart disease is the top reason people die in the United States, even though doctors have been trying really hard to fight it. They focus...

Preventing heart conduction disorders through blood pressure management

Heart conduction disorders, such as left ventricular conduction disease, can be quite risky. They might lead to severe heart issues, including heart failure or complete...

Better screening for heart failure prevention in diabetes

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have made a significant breakthrough in preventing heart failure in patients with type 2 diabetes. Their study, published in...

Scientists find new hope for heart failure prediction

Heart failure is when the heart can't pump blood well enough. It's a big health problem that can be deadly. Doctors want to know who's...

Simple steps to tackle high blood pressure naturally

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a widespread health issue that affects countless people globally. It happens when our blood vessels become...

How to treat slightly high blood pressure

In a recent update from heart health experts, there's a new recommendation for people who have slightly high blood pressure. These experts come from the...