This type of diabetes drug may help protect heart health
In a new study, researchers found that drugs known as sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitors are linked to a lower risk of major heart...
How much weight loss do you need to live longer and have a healthy...
In a new study, researchers found that 5% to 10% of surgically induced weight loss is linked to improved life expectancy and cardiovascular health.
In...
Common cholesterol-lowering drugs statins could reduce COVID-19 severity
There are no Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved treatments for COVID-19, the pandemic infection caused by a novel coronavirus.
While several therapies are being tested...
Chronic itch linked to sleep loss and heart disease, study shows
Many people suffer from a skin disorder known as chronic pruritic dermatosis, commonly referred to as "chronic itch."
Recent research has suggested that chronic itch...
What women need to know about breast cancer and heart disease
Red dresses and pink ribbons have helped millions of Americans become aware of the separate tolls heart disease and breast cancer take on women.
But...
Omega-3 fats may strongly protect heart health, new study confirms
In a new study, researchers provide the most comprehensive analysis of the role of omega-3 dosage on heart disease prevention to date.
The meta-analysis, which...
More intense blood pressure control may lower irregular heartbeat risk
Aggressively treating high blood pressure might reduce the risk of a type of irregular heartbeat, according to a new study.
Atrial fibrillation, or AFib, can...
10 minutes less sitting and lying everyday may help prevent heart disease, diabetes
In a new study, researchers found that even a short reduction in daily time spent in lying or sitting could have several cardio-metabolic health...
High fructose corn syrup may harm your heart health
In a new study, researchers found that consuming high fructose corn syrup appears to be as bad for your health as consuming sugar in...
Making sense of cholesterol – the good, the bad and the dietary
Cholesterol can be confusing. But understanding it could help you live a longer, healthier life.
So in honor of Cholesterol Education Month, we asked a...