Better heart health in midlife linked to lower dementia risk later
In a new study, researchers found that those who had better scores on standard metrics of heart health in midlife, especially for behavioral factors...
Scientists find simple ways to prevent heart attacks
Heart disease is the leading cause of death among both men and women in the United States, but according to the American Heart Association,...
People with this heart problem should avoid heavy alcohol drinking
In a new study, researchers found that 14 drinks a week is linked with a higher risk of health problems including stroke and embolism...
Feeling stressed about role in life could influence your heart health
How a woman feels about her roles at home and at work during midlife can affect several factors that influence her heart health, new...
Why failing hearts love hard workouts
In a new study, researchers found that exercise reduces the severity of heart failure, improves heart function, and increases work capacity.
The intensity of the...
Avoiding these foods can lower your heart disease, stroke risk
In a new study, researchers found that diets high in red and processed meat, refined grains, and sugary beverages can increase the subsequent risk...
This sleep problem puts a strain on the heart
In two new studies, researchers found that patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have higher immediate heart rate variability.
In addition, the greater changes in...
A new drug for one of the leading causes of heart disease
Calcific aortic valve disease is not only the most common valve disease in the elderly, it's also the third leading cause of heart disease...
These common health problems can triple COVID-19 death risk
In a new study, researchers found that certain pre-existing health conditions may double or triple mortality risk for COVID-19.
They confirmed that heart disease, high...
People with this heart problem may have lower risk of COVID-19
In a new study, researchers found that people born with a heart defect who developed COVID-19 symptoms had a low risk of moderate or...