This weight-loss drug may improve heart health by reducing harmful fat
A study from UT Southwestern has found that liraglutide, a common weight-loss drug, may also benefit heart health by reducing two types of harmful...
Why high blood pressure can increase stroke risk
High blood pressure, often called hypertension, is one of the most common health issues affecting older adults.
While it may seem like just a number...
What cold weather does to the body and how to protect yourself this winter
As temperatures drop, zip up that coat, pull on a hat and gloves and be mindful of how much time you're exposed to the...
The best exercises for lowering high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue for adults over 60.
It can lead to serious problems like heart disease, strokes, and...
During family vacation, 39-year-old mother’s heart stopped at a water park
During a Fourth of July weekend with their two children, Tara and Tyler Yell visited a water park about 90 minutes from their home...
These blood pressure drugs may increase heart failure risk in women
A recent study from the University of Bologna has found that women taking beta-blockers for high blood pressure may have a higher risk of...
Why shingle vaccine can help prevent stroke and heart disease
Shingles is a painful skin condition that many people may not think about until it happens to them. It comes from the same virus...
Study finds 58 new drug targets for heart failure
Heart failure is a serious and widespread condition that affects millions of people worldwide.
It occurs when the heart can’t pump blood efficiently, leading to symptoms like fatigue,...
Smart eating for heart disease and dementia prevention
Diabetes and dementia are two serious health challenges that affect millions of people worldwide.
The good news is that science has shown us that what...
New tool can predict stroke outcome with 93% accuracy
Stroke is a major global health challenge, ranking as the second leading cause of death worldwide and the fifth in the United States.
Given the...