Lean people with fatty liver disease more likely to have heart disease, study finds
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a term that encompasses various liver conditions affecting people who consume little to no alcohol, and it is...
How a high-fat diet can increase heart disease risk
The direct relationship between a high-fat, high-cholesterol diet and the elevation of atherosclerosis risk has long been acknowledged.
Nevertheless, a recent study, dissecting the mechanistic...
Widely prescribed drug may increase sudden cardiac arrest risk in people with diabetes
When we talk about heart health, especially concerning people living with type 2 diabetes, the conversations often go beyond just diet and exercise.
A new...
Statins can reduce heart disease risk in people with sleep anpea
Getting a good night’s sleep is undeniably vital for our well-being. For individuals grappling with obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that disrupts sleep by...
Heart rhythm problems after stroke don’t predict another one, study finds
A recent study led by Dr. Luciano Sposato, a Western professor and head of the Stroke Program at London Health Sciences Center, published in...
Fluctuating cholesterol and triglyceride levels are linked to Alzheimer’s disease
The intricate world of cholesterol levels may have more mysteries than we initially thought, particularly regarding its link to our brain health as we...
Schizophrenia and heart disease share common genetic risk factors, study finds
Schizophrenia is a mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves.
While we often discuss its impact on mental health, there's...
This Mediterranean diet can boost gut health and lower heart disease risk
A research endeavor involving scientists from SAHMRI, UniSA, and Flinders University has shed light on the positive impact that a Mediterranean diet, further enriched...
Rocker’s wife performed CPR with the help of 911 dispatcher
Heavy metal bass guitarist Sal Italiano spent the day at the casino with his wife, Christine, and her 93-year-old aunt, then they all grabbed...
This sleep issue may increase risk of heart rhythm disorders
Younger adults who experience insomnia may face an elevated risk of developing atrial fibrillation (AFib) earlier in life, according to a comprehensive study involving...