Heart Health

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...

What is stenting?

According to reports, Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-VT), a Democratic presidential candidate, was hospitalized for an emergency procedure to insert stents into his heart. A stent...

Taking these two drugs may protect you from heart attack and stroke

Cardiovascular diseases are diseases that originate from the vascular system and/or the heart. These include high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, acute coronary syndrome, heart...

Sleeping less than six hours, heart disease, stroke are deadly combo

In a new study, researchers found middle-aged adults with high blood pressure, Type 2 diabetes, heart disease or stroke could be at high risk...

Make neighborhoods green for heart health? The idea is taking root

Neighborhoods filled with trees, grass and other flora not only improve the air and clear the mind – they also can reduce heart disease...