A cause of death prompted forensic pathologist to discover she had the same heart...
It was Michelle Aurelius' final year of fellowship in forensic pathology, and she was studying fiercely with a friend for her board certification test...
3 ways to unlock the power of food to promote heart health
Your diet — the foods and drinks you eat, not short-term restrictive programs — can impact your heart disease risk.
Evidence-based approaches to eating are...
Eating one egg per day is okay for your heart health
Eggs are a highly nutritious food that offer several benefits for overall health. They are a good source of protein, vitamins, minerals, and healthy...
Scientists find new link between chronic kidney disease and heart disease
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a long-term condition where the kidneys do not function properly. The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste products from...
Severe COVID-19 increase heart disease risk
Severe COVID-19 refers to a more serious form of illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
While many people who contract COVID-19 experience mild or moderate...
These people more likely to have uncontrolled high blood pressure
A recent study from Rutgers University highlights the need to increase awareness about uncontrolled hypertension among older women and younger men.
Scientists find new way to treat the cause of sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is when the heart suddenly stops working, usually because of a problem with its electrical system.
This can happen to anyone...
Green Mediterranean diet may prevent heart disease
Heart disease is a serious health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is often caused by a buildup of plaque in the...
Short sleep at night linked to doubled risk of dangerous artery disease
A new study at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden found that sleeping for less than five hours a night can increase the risk...
Statin drugs may reduce heart disease in people with common sleep apnea
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder characterized by interruptions in breathing during sleep.
It occurs when the muscles at the back of the throat...