New blood test could predict heart disease risk better than cholesterol levels alone
For nearly 60 years, doctors have relied on measuring cholesterol levels in the blood to identify people at high risk of cardiovascular disease.
But a...
Irregular heartbeat leads to much higher death risks in heart disease, stroke
Atrial Fibrillation (AF) is a condition where the heart beats irregularly and often too fast. It has become a major focus of medical research...
One simple pill could help prevent heart attacks and strokes
A new study from scientists at Tehran University of Medical Sciences brings hopeful news for preventing heart attacks, strokes, and heart failure.
The researchers found...
Popular bodybuilding drugs Linked to dangerous heart rhythm
New research published in The Journal of Physiology has found that using anabolic steroids may raise the risk of developing a serious heart condition...
Blood pressure cuff errors may miss 30% of hypertension cases
Blood pressure checks are a routine part of most doctor visits, but new research suggests that the most common way we measure it may...
Warning signs of arterial blockage: what you need to know
Arterial blockages in the heart, also called coronary artery disease (CAD), occur when the major blood vessels that supply the heart become damaged or...
Walking more and faster reduces heart disease risk in people with high blood pressure
Sophia Antipolis, France – A major study of more than 36,000 people with high blood pressure has found that walking more steps per day...
Can your fitness tracker warn you about heart disease?
Wearable health devices have come a long way from simply counting steps. Today, these gadgets can track a wide range of health data, from...
Why pulse pressure plays a big role in blood pressure and heart health
When we talk about blood pressure, we often focus on two numbers: the top number (systolic pressure) and the bottom number (diastolic pressure).
These tell...
This daily food helps slow aging effects on waist, blood sugar, and blood pressure
A new study from Tufts University has shown that eating more whole grains can make a big difference in your health, especially as you...