Heart Health

Research finds a big cause of deadly heart rhythm diseases

A recent study from Johns Hopkins and other institutions has uncovered a surprising factor behind the development of deadly heart rhythm disorders in patients...

How to prevent heart attack if you have diabetes

A recent study from the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute and other collaborators has highlighted a promising new approach to preventing serious heart-related events...

Widely used painkillers may be harmful to heart, kidneys, sleep and bodyweight

Painkillers are widely used to manage both acute and chronic pain, providing much-needed relief for many people. However, recent research has highlighted potential health risks...

Can aspirin increase your heart failure risk?

A recent study from the University of Freiburg has brought attention to the potential risks associated with aspirin use, particularly concerning heart failure. Aspirin is...

Protecting yourself from the painful shingles virus may also protect heart health

Shingles is a funny-sounding name for a seriously painful disease. How painful? That's hard to put into words. Printable ones, at least. Officially, shingles pain...

The link between type 2 diabetes and heart disease people need to know

Type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease are two major health concerns that often go hand in hand. If you have type 2 diabetes, your risk...

New drugs may help repair a damaged heart

A team of scientists at UVA Health is making strides in the search for drugs that could help regenerate heart tissue after a heart...

This weight-loss drug could lower body fat, reducing heart disease risk

A recent study from researchers at UT Southwestern has shed light on an unexpected benefit of a commonly prescribed weight-loss drug called liraglutide. This drug,...

Scientists discover new use for existing drug to prevent heart attacks

Researchers have found a promising new use for an existing drug that could significantly reduce the risk of heart attacks by preventing blood clots...

Fish oil supplements may reduce genetic risk of high cholesterol, shows study

A new study suggests that fish oil supplements, which are already popular for their health benefits, may offer even more advantages—especially for people with...