Heart Health

Losing weight—and keeping it off—may protect your heart and metabolic function

In a new study, researchers found people who lose weight and keep it off can stabilize or even improve their cardio-metabolic risk factors compared...

Autism risk higher in kids with this health condition

In a new study, researchers found the risk of developing autism is increased for children with congenital heart disease. The research was conducted by a...

Torn between work and family? It may not be good for heart health

When family demands affect work performance or work demands undermine family obligations, the resulting stress may contribute to decreased heart health, particularly among women,...

This drug may benefit people with heart failure

In a new study, researchers found in preclinical studies that Aliskiren, an FDA-approved drug that inhibits the enzyme that regulates blood pressure, can delay...

Maintaining weight loss can protect heart health in people with diabetes

In a new study, researchers found people with type 2 diabetes who regained weight forfeited the initial benefits of reduced risk of heart disease...

Widely used high blood pressure drugs may harm your heart

Drugs based on a molecule called dihydropyridine (such as nifedipine and amlodipine) are commonly prescribed by doctors to treat high blood pressure and angina,...

Owning a dog may help you live longer, especially if you have stroke or...

In two new studies, researchers found dog ownership may be linked to longer life and better cardiovascular outcomes, especially for heart attack and stroke...

Testosterone replacement therapy may increase heart attack, stroke risk

The prescriptions for testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) have soared in the last 20 years. It is increasingly prescribed to relieve symptoms of aging in men,...

Exercise is good for your heart, no matter how old you are

In a new study, researchers found regular exercise is highly beneficial for all patients with heart disease regardless of age. Their results showed that the...

This pair of drugs may help treat heart disease

In a new study, researchers found promise in combining two new classes of medication into a treatment regimen for patients with heart disease. Currently, a...