Common heart disease, allergy drugs linked to higher stroke risk
In a recent study from University of Aberdeen, researchers find that drugs routinely prescribed for allergies, heart disease and Parkinson’s are linked to higher...
Obese people can reduce heart rhythm disorder with exercise
In a new study, researchers find that regular exercise can help overweight and obese people reduce risk of a common heart rhythm disorder.
Atrial fibrillation,...
Very high levels of ‘good’ cholesterol can harm your health
In a recent study, researchers find that very high levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL or "good") cholesterol could be linked to a high risk...
These toxic metals linked to higher risk of heart disease
In a recent study, researchers find exposure to lead, copper, cadmium and arsenic is linked to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease and coronary...
Pregnant women with heart disease should give birth no later than 40 weeks
In a recent paper, researchers find pregnant women with heart disease should give birth at no later than 40 weeks gestation.
Heart disease is the...
High LDL cholesterol linked to higher risk of heart disease, even people are young...
In a new study, researchers find that young, healthy people may still face a higher risk of cardiovascular disease if their LDL cholesterol levels...
Daily e-cigarette users have double heart attack risk
In a new study led by UC San Francisco, researchers find that use of e-cigarettes every day can nearly double the odds of a...
For heart health, environment really matters
In a new research project including three studies, researchers find that current extreme-weather warning may not be sufficient to protect people and that owning...
Even low air pollution is linked to serious changes in the heart
In a new UK study, researchers find that people exposed to air pollution levels well within UK guidelines have changes in the structure of...
People with high blood pressure should do this cognitive test
In a new study, researchers find that a clock drawing test for detecting cognitive dysfunction should be conducted routinely in patients with high blood...