One gene plays a big role in heart failure recovery
Mayo Clinic researchers have made a significant breakthrough in understanding dilated cardiomyopathy, a common cause of heart failure.
Published in Circulation Research, their genome-wide association...
Scientists find new risk factors for sudden cardiac arrest in people with type 2...
Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is known to double the risk of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a leading cause of death where the heart abruptly...
Manganese may help reverse heart disease
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), primarily caused by the buildup of lipid deposits or plaques in blood vessels, remain the leading cause of death globally.
This condition,...
New wristwatch can detect heart rhythm disorders
The popularity of wearable technology, such as smartwatches, has soared globally, with many consumers using these devices to monitor their health.
However, a growing concern...
Scientists find cause of high heart death risk in women
The University of Aberdeen has conducted a pivotal study, the first of its kind, analyzing cardiovascular disease over an extensive period.
This research involved over...
Why it is hard to manage high blood pressure in winter
A study to be presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2023 in Boston reveals a slight but notable seasonal variation in...
Rise in blood pressure upon standing linked to heart disease
A recent study published in the American Heart Association's journal Hypertension has revealed that among young and middle-aged adults with hypertension, a significant rise...
Breastfeeding can benefit mother’s heart health for 3 years and more
A new study from South Australia reveals that breastfeeding for six months or more can significantly benefit mothers' cardiovascular health, especially for those who...
This type of exercise can reduce high blood pressure effectively
Recent research, as reported in the British Journal of Sports Medicine, reveals that static isometric exercises involving muscle engagement without movement, like wall sits...
Long-term use of common painkiller may affect heart health
A study led by scientists from the University of Edinburgh delves into the cardiovascular risks associated with long-term paracetamol use, particularly for individuals with...