Eating a plant-based diet at any age may lower heart disease risk
In two new studies from the University of Minnesota, researchers found for adults both young and old, eating a nutritious, plant-based diet may lower...
Bob Odenkirk’s ‘small’ heart attack? Doctors say they’re a big deal
When actor Bob Odenkirk collapsed on the set of "Better Call Saul" last week in New Mexico, fans held their breath – and obsessively...
This small habit can greatly benefit people with slightly high blood pressure, cholesterol
In a statement from the American Heart Association, researchers suggest doctors should encourage otherwise healthy adults with slightly elevated blood pressure or cholesterol to sit...
Dangers of life-threatening second heart attack may be highest soon after the first
A first heart attack is a serious, life-changing event, although most people now survive them. But a new study underscores the importance of doing...
New cancer treatments can reduce the risk of heart damage
With modern-day cancer therapeutics presenting adverse side effects to heart health, scientists are studying methods to attack cancer cells without the risk of damaging...
Upstate New York DA’s discomfort wasn’t jet lag – it was a heart attack
David Soares finished a set of weightlifting during an early morning workout at a friend's home gym in Albany, New York, when he found...
People with heart disease need more help to lose weight
In a new study from the National University of Ireland, researchers found weight loss is given insufficient priority in the management of heart patients...
Driving with heart disease: Checking fitness to drive safely
People suffering from various types of cardiovascular disease are subject to a certain accident risk when driving a vehicle on the road.
High blood pressure,...
Even slightly higher blood pressure can harm your heart health
Blood pressure is the force manifested by circulating blood against the walls of the body’s arteries, the major blood vessels in the body. Hypertension...
Dementia can complicate heart recovery and treatment
Dementia is a thief. It steals a person's memory, their ability to reason, to live independently.
As people age and face more medical challenges, it...