Heart Health

Dangerous heart risks of aspirin you need to know

Aspirin is a widely known and frequently used medicine, often taken to reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. It's also commonly prescribed to lower the...

How work stress could increase your risk of an irregular heartbeat

Feeling stressed at work might do more than just make you tired—it could also increase your risk of developing an irregular heartbeat, known as...

She’s a psychologist – and a heart attack survivor

Kiki Fehling was enjoying a dance class she regularly attended when the weirdest thing happened. Trying to lift her arms above her head, she couldn't...

Why some cholesterol-lowering drugs may harm kidney health

Rosuvastatin is a medication commonly prescribed to lower high cholesterol levels, helping to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. It belongs to...

Why weight loss surgery could lower heart failure risk

A new study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) suggests that weight loss surgery may significantly reduce the risk of heart failure...

Scientists find shared proteins linked to heart failure and frailty

Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have identified 18 proteins in blood samples that are associated with both heart failure and frailty, two conditions...

The hidden mental health risks of heart disease

New research shows that being hospitalized for heart problems or stroke can greatly increase the chances of developing anxiety, depression, and even suicidal thoughts,...

Research finds new drug to prevent heart attacks

Heart attacks have held the grim title of the leading cause of death in the United States for over a century. Traditionally, treatment has...

When can coffee drinking increase heart disease death risk?

A recent study has shown that drinking two or more cups of coffee a day may double the risk of death from heart disease...

How to beat heart failure effectively

Heart failure is a condition where the heart doesn't pump blood as well as it should. This can cause fatigue, shortness of breath, and...