Hearing loss may raise risk of heart failure, study finds
A large study published in Heart has revealed a surprising and important link between hearing loss and heart failure. The research suggests that people with impaired...
Eating only during the day may protect your heart, even if you work at...
A new study from Mass General Brigham suggests that when you eat might matter more than when you sleep when it comes to protecting your heart. The researchers...
An 8-minute limit at cardiac rehab propelled heart attack survivor to push for more
Sheron Lee insisted she couldn't fit any sort of exercise into her busy day.
A systems accountant for the federal government, she often put work...
Scientists discovery a dangerous cause of heart attacks in women
When people think about heart attacks, they often picture older adults. But a new study from Yale University shows that younger adults—especially those under...
High blood pressure drug linked to increased risk of sudden heart stoppage
A large European study has raised new concerns about a common medication used to treat high blood pressure. The drug, called nifedipine, may increase...
A simple pill could help prevent heart attacks and strokes
A team of researchers from Tehran University of Medical Sciences has found a simple and affordable way to lower the risk of serious heart...
People with heart rhythm issues have higher dementia risk
A large population-based study in Europe has found that atrial fibrillation (AFib)—a common heart rhythm disorder—is linked to a significantly higher risk of dementia,...
What you should know about side effects of cholesterol-lowering drugs
Cholesterol is a fatty substance found in our blood. Even though it often gets a bad reputation, our bodies actually need some cholesterol to...
Common heart drugs may increase bleeding risk in some older adults
A new study published in JAMA has raised concerns about a possible risk linked to common treatments for atrial fibrillation (AFib), a condition that causes an...
Low walkability in neighbourhoods linked to higher risk of heart disease
New research from the European Society of Cardiology suggests that where you live—and how walkable your neighborhood is—can affect your risk of developing cardiovascular...