Heart Health

Common blood pressure drugs may not prevent heart attacks effectively, study finds

Beta blockers are a cornerstone in managing various heart conditions, and are typically prescribed post-heart attack to mitigate the risk of recurrence. However, a recent...

High blood pressure in late adolescence linked to heart attacks later in life

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a global health concern and a primary reason behind serious heart conditions and untimely deaths. Typically, the...

Bodybuilder had a stroke at 25. And 28. At 34, she got a new...

When she's not baking cookies for her dessert business, Olivia Rose can often be found pumping iron at the gym. For years, she participated...

Scientists find links among cholesterol, inflammation and Alzheimer’s disease

High cholesterol and chronic inflammation have long been suspected contributors to Alzheimer’s Disease risk. A recent study delves deeper into these associations, discovering a potential...

Morning exercise linked to lowest heart risk, especially in women

A recent study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology investigated the associations between the timing of physical activity and the risks of...

Research shows an important cause of heart rhythm diseases

A pioneering study by scientists from The Ohio State University has brought forth new hope for individuals plagued by certain severe heart rhythm disorders. The...

People with high-risk heart failure need to get this treatment sooner, study shows

Implantable defibrillators, pivotal in managing heart failure patients, might need to be incorporated earlier in the treatment plans. A recent study, led by researchers from...

Many people with heart disease underuse high-intensity statin treatment

Statins, well-regarded for their ability to lower cholesterol, are an integral part of managing atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD)—a condition characterized by a build-up of...

Why exercise can help prevent type 2 diabetes and heart disease

Think you need to be a gym fanatic to dodge lifestyle diseases like type 2 diabetes or heart issues? Good news: a new study...

Adults with ADHD face higher risk of heart disease, study finds

A recent study led by scientists from Karolinska Institutet and Örebro University reveals that adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are at a greater...