Less inflammation means better healing in heart attack
In a new study, researchers found reducing inflammation may lead to better outcomes in people with a heart attack.
The research was conducted by a...
People should stop taking aspirin to prevent first heart attack, stroke, study says
In a new paper, researchers suggest that if you've never had a heart attack or stroke, you likely should not be taking aspirin to...
Retired? Hardly: At 99, this pioneering heart doctor still leading the way
At 99 years old, most people are not engaging in complex research funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Dr. Jeremiah Stamler is...
Scientists discover a cause of heart disease
In a new study, researchers found mutations in the gene that encodes a protein called adenine nucleotide translocator (ANT) cause a variety of conditions,...
For healthy people, benefits of statins ‘may be marginal at best’
In a new study, researchers found the benefits of statins for people without heart disease (known as primary prevention) are small and uncertain and...
The road to better exercise might be in your playlist
Music may be just what you need to stick with an exercise program – and picking the right tunes could even improve performance.
Federal exercise...
Chronic back pain could lead to serious vascular diagnosis
Ryan Basore spent years struggling with backaches.
The 42-year-old tried everything he could think of to alleviate his pain — from regular massages to yoga and...
Why heart drug statins give muscle pain
In a new study, researchers found a potential mechanism explaining why some people who take drugs to lower their cholesterol develop sore, aching muscles.
The...
Activity trackers may benefit people with diabetes and heart disease
In a new study, researchers have done the largest ever review of the effect of movement-monitoring devices, such as pedometers, on the activity of...
Heart attack patients with mild cognitive problems get fewer treatments
In a new study, researchers found people who have mild cognitive impairment (MCI) are less likely to receive proven heart attack treatment in the...