Research shows an important cause of heart rhythm diseases
A pioneering study by scientists from The Ohio State University has brought forth new hope for individuals plagued by certain severe heart rhythm disorders.
The...
People with high-risk heart failure need to get this treatment sooner, study shows
Implantable defibrillators, pivotal in managing heart failure patients, might need to be incorporated earlier in the treatment plans.
A recent study, led by researchers from...
Many people with heart disease underuse high-intensity statin treatment
Statins, well-regarded for their ability to lower cholesterol, are an integral part of managing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD)—a condition characterized by a build-up of...
Why exercise can help prevent type 2 diabetes and heart disease
Think you need to be a gym fanatic to dodge lifestyle diseases like type 2 diabetes or heart issues? Good news: a new study...
Adults with ADHD face higher risk of heart disease, study finds
A recent study led by scientists from Karolinska Institutet and Örebro University reveals that adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are at a greater...
Scientists find complex role of cholesterol in stroke survival
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance in our bodies that comes in two main types: HDL (good cholesterol) and LDL (bad cholesterol).
While high levels of...
How genes and diet work together to influence your heart health
Your Genes, Your Diet, and Your Heart
We all know that bad cholesterol is, well, bad for our hearts. But did you know that the...
Heart attacks more deadly for women, study finds
You've probably heard that heart disease is a big deal for everyone, but did you know it could be an even bigger deal for...
Clearing all heart vessels boosts survival for older people after a heart attack
New research suggests that clearing all major heart arteries, not just the one causing a heart attack, could be a lifesaver for elderly patients.
Currently,...
‘Bad cholesterol’ increases your risk of heart attack and stroke
Even though we have medicines to help lower high cholesterol, heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the United States.
Scientists at...