This skin treatment may help reduce heart artery disease
In a new study, researchers found that treating psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin disease, with biologic drugs that target immune system activity can reduce...
Have an irregular heartbeat? You may have higher risk of dementia
In a new study, researchers found people with a particular kind of irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation may experience a faster decline in thinking...
6 unusual signs that your heart may be unhealthy
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. This means every year about 1 million lives are lost.
The heart and...
Marijuana use linked to higher risk of high blood pressure, stroke, heart disease
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...
Your weight history could predict your risk of heart disease and stroke
In a new study, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers found that simply asking older adult patients about their weight history at ages 20 and 40...
Statin therapy may reduce heart disease risk in older people
In a new study, researchers found statin therapy may reduce heart disease risk in older people.
The study assessed the effects of statins in nearly...
Scientists discover early heart damaged caused by cancer treatment
In a new study, researchers have identified a very early marker of cardiac damage in patients undergoing therapy with anthracyclines, a family of drugs...
New tool could accurately assess heart disease risk
In a new study, researchers developed a new noninvasive technique for imaging the carotid artery.
It offers advantages over other imaging methods and could provide...
Marijuana may harm people who have heart disease
As marijuana legalization sweeps North America, use of the substance has been on the rise, and the public's attitude is shifting.
An increasing number of...
Vancouver research discovers a major cause of heart attacks in women
In a recent study, researchers discovered spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a major cause of heart attacks in women.
The study was done by a...