High blood pressure combined with bad cholesterol increases risks of heart attack, stroke
High levels of lipoprotein(a), a type of "bad" cholesterol, may be linked to an 18-20% higher risk of heart disease among people who have high blood pressure.
Heart meds beta-blockers may increase heart failure risk
In a recent study from the University of Vermont, scientists found that “stiff heart” heart failure accounts for about half of all cases.
In addition,...
Thyroid hormone treatment may raise death risk in heart disease
In a recent study from the University of Michigan, scientists found that thyroid hormone treatment intensity is linked to an increased risk of heart...
Common causes of heart rhythm disorders
An arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your heartbeat.
Your heart may beat too quickly, too slowly, or...
Common causes of heart rhythm disorders
An arrhythmia, or irregular heartbeat, is a problem with the rate or rhythm of your heartbeat.
Your heart may beat too quickly, too slowly, or...
People with coronary heart disease need this drug instead of aspirin
A recent study by Cardiocentro Ticino Foundation found that P2Y12 inhibitor lowers the disease risk compared with aspirin alone in people with coronary artery...
Eating walnuts daily to reduce your heart disease risk
A recent study from the Hospital Clínic of Barcelona found eating about ½ cup of walnuts every day for two years modestly lowered levels...
How hot and cold can harm your heart health
Scientists found both hot and cold environments trigger a stress response in the human body and can lead to heart problems.
Cholesterol-lowering statins may harm bone health
In a study from the Medical University of Vienna and elsewhere, scientists found for the first time that high doses of cholesterol-lowering statins could...
Some high blood pressure drugs may harm women’s heart health
Beta-blockers are medications that reduce high blood pressure and are prescribed for adults with hypertension, a leading cause of heart disease.
A recent study from...