Treating more than just the heart is critical for older heart patients
In a new paper, researchers report that frailty and cognitive impairments may become worse when older patients are treated in cardiac intensive care units...
Obesity may limit some heart disease drugs’ effectiveness
In a new study, researchers found that heart drugs used to treat irregular heartbeat are less effective in patients who are obese.
The research was...
These common drugs may increase risk of heart failure
Nearly six million Americans have heart failure, a leading driver of health care costs in the United States.
In a new study, researchers found that...
Sleep, but not too much, to improve your heart health
In a new study, researchers found that even if you are a non-smoker who exercises and has no genetic risk to heart disease, skimping...
Vigorous exercise may help lower heart disease, cancer risk
In a new study, researchers found that women who can exercise vigorously are at much lower risk of dying from heart disease, cancer, and...
These two drugs may protect against heart attack, stroke
In a recent study, researchers found that taking a statin drug in combination with drug ezetimibe may benefit patients who have a history of...
This eating habit could benefit people at risk for diabetes, heart disease
In a new study, researchers found that a form of intermittent fasting, called time-restricted eating, could benefit people who have high risks of diabetes...
How sugar may affect your heart health
In a new study, researchers found that the impact of sugars on heart health depends on the dose and type of sugar consumed.
Higher intake...
Tooth loss may increase the risk of heart disease
In a new study, researchers found a clear link between gum disease periodontis, artery calcification, and heart disease.
Consequently, researchers are stressing the importance of...
Vegan diet may help reduce heart disease, stroke risk
In a new study, researchers found that following a vegan diet for five weeks may decrease risk factors for heart disease.
The research was conducted...