Irregular bedtimes may double heart disease risk in midlife
Many people think that sleep is only about how long we rest each night. However, new research suggests that when we go to bed...
Cold weather may be deadlier than heat for your heart, study finds
Many people know that very hot weather can be dangerous, especially for older adults. However, new research shows that cold weather may be an...
New diabetes drug shows strong power to prevent heart attack and stroke
A newly approved drug called sotagliflozin is giving fresh hope to people living with type 2 diabetes and kidney disease. These conditions are very...
Study finds how blood platelets may drive heart disease
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in many Western countries. A major form of heart disease is called atherosclerosis.
This condition...
Sleep apnea treatment can strongly swing heart disease risk, AI tool shows
Doctors have long known that sleep is essential for good health, but for millions of people, sleep is not as simple as it should...
Are two heart diseases actually one? new study changes how we understand the heart
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death around the world. Among the many types of heart problems, two conditions are very...
This cholesterol test may predict heart disease and stroke better
Heart disease develops when blood vessels become blocked by fatty deposits over time. These deposits are made up of cholesterol and other materials.
When they...
Flu shot could help prevent heart disease, study shows
Heart attacks remain one of the leading causes of death worldwide. Many people know that high blood pressure, smoking, and high cholesterol increase the...
Little-used blood test may prevent heart attack and stroke better
Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in many countries, including the United States. It often develops slowly over many years as...
A natural compound in oranges may help fight obesity and heart disease
Obesity is a growing health problem around the world. It increases the risk of many serious conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and...