Heart Health

People with lung diseases need to take care of their heart

People with lung diseases need to take care of their heart

In a new study, researchers found common lung problems linked to a higher risk of heart disease. Lung problems include asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease...

This low-calorie diet could help you boost heart health and lose weight

In a recent study, researchers found a balanced, protein-pacing, low-calorie diet that includes intermittent fasting could help lose weight in the long term and...
Why you should be cautious about heartburn drugs

Why you should be cautious about heartburn drugs

More than 15 million Americans suffering from heartburn, ulcers, and acid reflux have prescriptions for proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). The drugs can bring relief by...
Statins could cut heart disease risk by half

Statins could cut heart disease risk by half

In a new study, researchers found that cholesterol-lowering drugs statins could cut 50% risk of a second heart attack or stroke. However, most patients with...
This common high blood pressure drug linked to sudden cardiac arrest

Common high blood pressure drug linked to this heart disease

In a new study, researchers found a common drug for treating high blood pressure and chest pain is linked to a higher risk of...

This diabetes drug may harm your heart health

In a recent study, McGill researchers found that for people with type 2 diabetes, switching to sulfonylurea drugs is linked to a higher risk...
8 medical devices that may improve your heart health

8 medical devices that could improve your heart health

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. For people suffering from heart disease, healthy lifestyle habits,...

How marijuana could harm your heart and blood pressure health

In a recent study, researchers from Georgia State University found that marijuana use is associated with a three-fold risk of death from high blood...
Scientists find new way to regenerate heart muscles

Scientists find new way to regenerate heart muscles

In a new study, researchers found a new way to help regenerate heart muscles using stem cells. The finding may help develop new therapies for...
Your smartwatch may help detect this heart problem

Your smartwatch may help detect this heart problem

In the new Apple Heart Study, researchers found that smartwatch device could help detect abnormal heart rhythm in users. This finding provides valuable information for...