Heart Health

“Weekend warrior” exercise can lower risks of heart disease and stroke

In a busy work week, finding time to exercise can be challenging, leading many people to cram their physical activity into one or two...

Scientists find a new way to treat high blood pressure

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a health issue many of us are familiar with. It's a quiet troublemaker that, if not controlled, can lead...

Scientists find new way to treat heart rhythm diseases

Your heart is an incredible machine. It beats more than 100,000 times a day, pumping blood to every part of your body. But sometimes, it...

Woman’s heart conditions took her from dancing to despair – then a new direction

At 32, Allison Graff saw her life as a treasure. She loved her job in Florida. She owned her own home. She discovered the...

Loneliness: A hidden risk factor for heart disease in people with diabetes

Here's a surprising new fact for people with diabetes: feeling lonely could hurt your heart more than bad food, not exercising, smoking, or feeling...

AI could help find best treatment for high blood pressure

A new artificial intelligence (AI) program may aid doctors in better-matching individuals with high blood pressure (hypertension) to the most suitable medication for their...

Natural ways to lower high blood pressure

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a prevalent medical condition affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the blood vessels narrow, impeding...

Heart attacks and memory loss: a link we can’t ignore

There's fresh news out there that will make you sit up and think. Having a heart attack could make your brain slow down in...

This diabetes drug may protect heart health in older veterans

A recent study has discovered that in older veterans without prior heart disease, GLP1 receptor agonists, a class of diabetes medications, may be linked...

Heart disease hidden in plain sight: silent blockages multiply heart attack risks

You might have heard about heart disease being a "silent killer." That's often because it doesn't always show clear warning signs until something serious...