Even low levels of air pollution may cause early heart damage
A new study has found that long-term exposure to air pollution may silently damage the heart—even before any symptoms of disease appear.
Using advanced heart...
AI predicts sudden heart death with higher accuracy than doctors
A powerful new artificial intelligence system has shown it can predict who is at risk of sudden cardiac death far better than current medical...
1 in 6 older adults still take daily aspirin despite no history of heart...
A new study from the University of Michigan shows that many older adults in the United States are still taking aspirin every day to...
What’s the best blood pressure for older adults?
Keeping blood pressure in a healthy range is one of the most important things older adults can do to stay well.
Blood pressure is the...
Study discovers important cause of heart disease and kidney problems
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, taking more lives than any other illness.
Doctors have made progress by treating...
Scientists find a more effective way to treat high blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common but serious health problem.
It affects millions of people in the United States and increases...
One blood pressure drug may be safer than the other, study finds
A long-term study from Columbia University has found important differences between two common medications used to treat high blood pressure—chlorthalidone and hydrochlorothiazide.
Both drugs help...
Common blood pressure drug may harm heart failure patients
Heart failure is a serious health problem in the United States, affecting millions of people and placing a heavy burden on the healthcare system.
It...
Breathing your way to lower blood pressure
Blood pressure is like a health meter for your heart. Just as you check the pressure in car tires to make sure they’re safe,...
Hormone therapy may support heart health in older women
A new study led by researchers at Penn State College of Medicine suggests that long-term use of estrogen-based hormone therapy during menopause may help improve heart health,...