Heart Health

These 4 cardiac rehab myths could harm your heart health

If you’ve had heart surgery or another heart-related procedure, cardiac rehab is most likely an important part of your recovery. Cardiac rehabilitation is a medically...

5 ways to find your risk of heart disease

Am I at risk for heart disease? It’s a question all people should be asking themselves, regardless of age, weight, race or gender. The best...

This daily supplement may decrease your risk of heart disease

In a new study, researchers found people who received omega-3 fish oil supplements in clinical studies had lower risks of heart disease compared with...

Do you have a high risk for peripheral artery disease?

Marked by decreased blood flow in the legs due to narrowing — or even complete blockage — of arteries, peripheral artery disease (PAD) affects more...

6 things every woman should know about heart health

Heart disease is the nation's leading killer of women. But paying attention to risk factors and living a healthy lifestyle can help keep heart...

This exercise may reduce artery stiffness, improve artery function

In a new study, researchers found water walking may help reduce artery stiffness and improve function in peripheral artery disease (PAD). The research was conducted...

Researchers discover new drug to treat heart attacks, heart failure

In a new study, researchers have found a potential drug to treat heart attacks and to prevent heart failure. They have discovered what they believe...

Bernie Sanders had a heart attack, doctors say

Sen. Bernie Sanders had a heart attack this week, his campaign said Friday as the presidential candidate was discharged from a Las Vegas hospital. He had...

Tooth loss linked to higher risk of heart disease

In a new study, researchers found adults who have lost teeth due to non-traumatic reasons may have a higher risk of developing heart disease. Heart...

Obesity may offer a survival benefit to people with heart failure

In a new study, researchers found while obesity increases the chances of heart failure, for those with heart failure it may confer a survival...