Heart Health

People with heart problems have much higher risk of heart attack, stroke

A heart condition called atrial fibrillation (AF) has become a major focus for medical researchers in the UK. AF causes the heart to beat...

How new CT scan could cure high blood pressure

High blood pressure is a serious health concern that can lead to conditions like heart disease and stroke. It’s often compared to overfilling a balloon...

Can vitamin D affect your blood pressure?

When we hear “vitamin D,” most of us think of strong bones and a boost to the immune system. But this “sunshine vitamin” does a...

Symptoms of clogged arteries: what to watch for

Clogged arteries, also known as atherosclerosis, happen when plaque builds up inside the arteries, which are blood vessels that carry oxygen-rich blood throughout the...

Quick CPR key to saving lives and protecting brain health, study shows

New research highlights the life-saving importance of starting CPR as soon as possible when someone has a cardiac arrest, whether at home or in...

AI-powered video tool could detect high blood pressure, diabetes

A new AI-driven tool that uses high-speed video to detect subtle changes in blood flow across the face and hands may offer a revolutionary...

Diabetes and kidney disease can bring heart disease almost 30 years earlier

A new study reveals that people with both type 2 diabetes and chronic kidney disease are at a much higher risk of developing heart...

Vitamin D may lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity, study finds

A new study suggests that taking vitamin D supplements may help lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity, but higher doses offer no...

His heart stopped during last year’s Richmond Marathon. This weekend, he’ll run it again.

David Griffin was on a mission when he lined up for the Richmond Marathon on Nov. 11, 2023. He wanted to finish the 26.2-mile race...

Fluctuating cholesterol levels could mean higher dementia risk

Research suggests that older adults with cholesterol levels that go up and down significantly from year to year could face a higher risk of...