Only 1 in 5 Americans have healthy heart, study finds
A recent study published in the Circulation journal reveals that approximately 80% of individuals in the United States have low to moderate levels of...
While teaching a fitness class, she had a massive heart attack
Ratona Harr was 20 minutes into leading a morning ride at a cycling studio when she felt something like a switch flip, triggering pressure...
Drug combo can reduce ‘bad cholesterol’ effectively, study finds
Cardiovascular disease, including conditions like heart attacks and strokes, poses a significant threat to individuals at very high risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
Maintaining low...
Depression and anxiety linked to worse heart health, study finds
Our mental well-being and heart health are closely intertwined. Conditions like depression, anxiety, and chronic stress can significantly increase the risk of complications affecting...
AI may help predict sudden cardiac death
Sudden cardiac death, a significant public health concern, accounts for 10% to 20% of all deaths.
Detecting individuals at high risk of sudden cardiac death...
Common blood pressure drugs may affect heart health in women
High blood pressure, often referred to as the silent precursor of heart issues, is a condition that many people manage with medications like beta-blockers.
However,...
Regular marijuana use linked to increased risk of heart disease
Marijuana, known medically as cannabis, is gaining widespread acceptance for both recreational and medical use across the United States.
However, its impact on heart health...
AI can predict heart disease effectively, study finds
Two groundbreaking studies, to be presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2023, demonstrate the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing cardiovascular...
Constipation linked to high blood pressure and heart problems in older people
Constipation, often viewed as an uncomfortable inconvenience, may have more far-reaching implications, particularly for individuals over the age of 60.
A large-scale study conducted by...
Gout medicine may help treat heart failure, study finds
Have you ever encountered the term "gout"? It's a form of arthritis characterized by painful and swollen joints.
Gout emerges when uric acid, a natural...