Worried about statins? Here’s what the evidence shows
Few medicines have sparked as much debate as statins. Cardiologists often describe them as life-saving, while some patients remain wary of side effects or...
Right side of the heart may hold clues to hidden heart risks
A new study from the University of Pennsylvania has found that a thicker right side of the heart may be linked to a higher...
Artificial heart can regrow heart muscle, study finds
For a long time, doctors believed that once the heart was damaged, it could never fully heal.
But now, a new study led by a...
Eating prunes daily may help lower blood pressure
Prunes are dried plums that taste sweet and chewy without any added sugar. They are not only a tasty snack but also full of...
This blood pressure drug may raise heart failure risk in women
A new study from the University of Bologna has found that women who take beta-blockers for high blood pressure may be at a higher...
The vagus nerve: a new key to a younger, healthier heart
Scientists have discovered that keeping the heart connected to the vagus nerve may help it stay younger and healthier for longer.
This exciting research, led...
Why heart attack deaths spike during the holidays
Most people think of the holidays as a time of joy, family, and celebration. But research shows that the last week of December can...
Your heart has its own ‘mini-brain’, study finds
New research from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden and Columbia University in the United States has revealed something surprising about the heart: it has its...
Some plant-based foods may raise heart disease risk
A new study from France shows that eating more plant-based foods isn’t always better for your heart—especially if those foods are ultra-processed.
The research was...
These 3 things strongly increase heart attack risk in holidays
Eat, drink and enjoy the outdoors and family gatherings—in moderation, say those who see an increase in heart emergencies during the holiday season.
Cardiac emergencies...