COVID-19 can infect heart’s pacemaker cells, study finds
Scientists from Weill Cornell Medicine and elsewhere found the SARS-CoV-2 virus can infect specialized pacemaker cells that maintain the heart’s rhythmic beat, setting off...
Smartwatch app could detect this heart problem accurately
Scientists from the Chinese PLA Medical School found atrial fibrillation (AFib) was confirmed in nearly 94% of people who were initially identified to have...
Overweight people need weight loss before treating this heart problem
Scientists from Gentofte University Hospital found overweight patients with atrial fibrillation are more likely to experience a return of the heart rhythm disorder after...
Smokers less likely to survive a heart attack, study warns
Scientists from Jordan University of Science and Technology found that smokers have a lower chance of surviving a heart attack than non-smokers.
The research was...
Reducing salt intake could benefit people with heart disease
For the past century people with weak hearts have been told to lower their salt intake, but until now there has been little scientific...
People with heart problem may have higher dementia risk
Scientists from the University of Gothenburg found that for people with atrial fibrillation, one of our most common cardiac disorders, dementia risk is elevated.
The...
These two sleep problems may increase risks of heart disease, high blood pressure
A recent study from Flinders University found that people who suffer from both insomnia and obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to suffer from...
Flavonoids are a flavorful way to boost your heart and brain health
What do blueberries, spinach and dark chocolate have in common?
They're all rich in flavonoids, the chemical compounds found in plants that give them color...
New guidelines for people with early signs of heart failure
Scientists from the American Heart Association and elsewhere published a new set of recommendations for heart failure.
The new guidelines aim to help doctors prevent...
High blood triglycerides: What you need to know
Triglycerides are a type of fat that circulates in your blood. Your body makes triglycerides or gets them from the foods you eat.
Your body...