New drug combo can lower bad cholesterol effectively
Researchers have discovered a promising new drug combination that significantly lowers "bad" LDL cholesterol for people whose levels remain stubbornly high, even after taking...
This nutrient is the key to protecting your heart from too much salt
Many people know that eating too much salt is not good for your health. Salt, which is found in many common foods like bread,...
Common painkiller may raise heart disease risk for some people
Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is one of the most widely used medicines in the world. People often take it to relieve pain or...
Why stiff arteries could be a big problem for your health
Today, health problems like high blood pressure and obesity are becoming more common around the world, even though doctors and health organizations are working...
Blood pressure is linked to cold tolerance, study finds
A recent study has uncovered surprising genetic traits in a group of women known for their incredible diving skills off the coast of South...
One cup of leafy greens a day may keep heart disease at bay
A large study from Edith Cowan University in Australia has found that eating just one cup of nitrate-rich vegetables every day may strongly lower...
Lowering blood pressure may help prevent dementia
A new large study from China has found that lowering high blood pressure can help reduce the risk of dementia and memory problems.
The study...
Why lower cholesterol isn’t always better for stroke prevention
Cholesterol often gets a bad name, especially when it comes to heart health. We’ve been told that high cholesterol, especially the “bad” kind called...
What to know about cardiogenic shock – a serious heart condition
A large new study has revealed that even in the early stages of cardiogenic shock (CS)—a serious heart condition where blood flow is still...
Study shows big cause of deadly heart rhythm disorders
Heart rhythm problems, also known as arrhythmias, can be frightening and life-threatening. But new research from The Ohio State University offers fresh hope. Scientists...