Scientists find gene that shapes heart-attack risk
Scientists find a gene that plays a big role in determining the risk of developing heart attacks, deadly aneurysms, other vascular diseases.
People with obesity genetic risk less likely to get heart disease
Have you ever heard of the term "obesity"?
It's when someone is carrying too much weight on their body, and it can be caused by...
‘One-size-fits-all approach’ might not prevent heart disease in women
Did you know that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women?
People with high blood pressure may benefit from this alcohol treatment
A brief intervention (BI) for alcohol use in primary care can lead to better health outcomes for adults with high blood pressure.
Following 8 heart health metrics may help you live longer
A new study has found that people who follow eight simple steps for good cardiovascular health can live up to nine years longer on average than those who don't.
Why men with COVID-19 have higher heart disease risk
A recent scientific study have shed some light on why men may have worse outcomes from COVID-19 than women.
Why does night shift increase the risk of cancer, diabetes and heart disease? Here’s...
Shift work means businesses and organisations can be productive for 24-hours a day. It was initially adopted to protect camps or cities against predators,...
Olive oil may prevent cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, high cholesterol
Olive oil is a widely popular ingredient in many Mediterranean dishes and is often praised for its health benefits.
Researchers from the University of Seville...
Cocoa supplement may help reduce heart disease risk
A new study has shown promising results for the use of cocoa flavanols in preventing heart disease.
The study, called the COcoa Supplement and Multivitamin...
Common diabetes drugs may harm heart health
In recent years, the number of people with type 2 diabetes has been steadily increasing, and it has become a major public health concern.
The...