Heart Health

How to manage heart disease risks in people with diabetes

If you have type 2 diabetes, you're two to four times more likely to have heart problems like blocked arteries, heart failure, or a...

Scientists find genetic markers for heart failure

In one of the largest genetic association studies on heart failure to date, researchers from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs and Brigham...

Her heart stopped during a procedure to treat her stroke

Holly Page was having a great day. She got her hair done, then enjoyed a long dinner catching up with friend Lisa Stillings. They...

Chocolate’s secret ingredient can help your heart, study finds

You've probably heard that a little bit of chocolate might be good for your heart. But is there any truth to this tasty idea? The...

COVID-19 survivors have higher heart disease risk related to stress

New research from Brazil has raised the alarm about the lasting effects of severe COVID-19 on people's bodies. A team of scientists from various universities...

How walnuts could boost your heart health

The Study: Walnuts vs. Other Fats Walnuts are not just tasty; they're also good for your health. Researchers at Penn State University wanted to know...

Her heart stopped during a procedure to treat her stroke

Holly Page was having a great day. She got her hair done, then enjoyed a long dinner catching up with friend Lisa Stillings. They were...

Why most heart attack survivors aren’t taking their life-saving daily aspirin

Despite years of research showing its benefits, most people who've survived a heart attack or stroke aren't taking a daily aspirin. Aspirin is an inexpensive...

Many heart attack survivors don’t know about ‘bad cholesterol’, study shows

The Importance of LDL Cholesterol You've probably heard about cholesterol and its role in heart health, but did you know there's a "bad" type that...

Research finds a better high blood pressure treatment for stroke patients

When a person suffers from a stroke, the stoppage of blood flow to the brain leads to cell death, making it a life-threatening event. Interestingly,...