Why systolic blood pressure is very important for heart health
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that can increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and other serious issues.
For many...
A new diabetes drug can protect both the heart and kidneys
Type 2 diabetes is a long-term health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It happens when the body cannot properly use...
Women on this blood pressure drug may face higher heart failure risk
A new study from the University of Bologna has found that women taking beta-blockers for high blood pressure might be at a higher risk...
A new way of thinking about blood pressure could save your heart
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is one of the most common health problems in the world today. It affects millions of people and...
Why beta-blockers may be more dangerous for women with high blood pressure
Many people take medicine called beta-blockers to control high blood pressure.
These drugs help lower the risk of heart disease, which is a major cause...
New DNA test could predict dangerous heart rhythms before they start
A new study from Northwestern Medicine has brought exciting progress in predicting heart rhythm problems before they even happen.
These problems, called arrhythmias, occur when...
Dangerous body fat you can’t see may be harming your heart
A large new study from McMaster University has revealed that fat stored deep in the body, such as around the organs and in the...
Vitamin D3 may cut second heart attack risk in half
A new study from Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City has found that giving heart attack patients personalized doses of vitamin D3 may reduce...
High dose of statins may reduce ‘bad’ cholesterol more effectively
Lowering LDL cholesterol, often referred to as the "bad" cholesterol, offers both statistically and clinically significant benefits for treating and preventing cardiovascular disease.
Elevated LDL...
Some processed fats may be safe for heart health, study finds
For years, people have been told to stay away from processed fats in food. These fats are often blamed for raising cholesterol and increasing...