Untreated sleep apnea can put your heart health at risk
February is American Heart Month. Did you know that sleep apnea impacts heart health?
According to the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, nearly 30 million...
Obesity, heart disease, and diabetes may be transmissible between people
In a new study, researchers found that many diseases may be transmissible between people through microbes (including bacteria, fungi, and viruses) that live in...
Walnuts may boost your heart and gut health
In a new study, researchers found walnuts may not just be a tasty snack, they may also promote good-for-your-gut bacteria.
These "good" bacteria could be...
Women’s blood vessels age faster than men’s
In a new study, researchers found for the first time that women's blood vessels—including both large and small arteries—an age at a faster rate...
Common heart drugs may prevent heart damage caused by cancer therapy
In a new study, researchers found that cancer patients receiving common heart drugs have less heart damage from cancer therapy.
The finding provides support for...
What the heart has to do with the head
If you want to protect your brain, get busy protecting your heart.
Lifestyle behaviors that boost cardiovascular health, such as physical activity and quitting smoking,...
Statins may do double duty on heart disease and cancer
About 40 million adults in the U.S. take a statin to lower their cholesterol and reduce the risk for heart disease.
They might also be...
Why cholesterol-lowering drug statins cause muscle pain
The use of statin drugs to lower cholesterol, and ultimately reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, has become widespread.
Previous studies suggest that nearly half...
BPA-free products could harm your heart functions
In a new study, researchers found that common Bisphenol A (BPA) replacement, bisphenol S (BPS), can hinder heart function within minutes of a single...
Heart disease linked to a higher kidney failure risk
In a new study, researchers found that cardiovascular diseases—including heart failure, atrial fibrillation, coronary heart disease, and stroke—are each linked with a higher risk...