Heart Health

Vegan diet can benefit heart health, two studies find

A recent study by Stanford Medicine researchers, including Dr. Christopher Gardner, highlights how a vegan diet can significantly improve cardiovascular health in just eight...

Scientists find surprising link between high “good cholesterol” and dementia

A comprehensive study led by Monash University has revealed a surprising connection between very high levels of HDL-C, commonly known as "good cholesterol," and...

Early heart rhythm disorders linked to higher dementia risk

Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a heart condition that can have various consequences on a person's health. A recent study, published in JAMA Network Open, investigated...

New hope for diabetes patients with heart and kidney risks

Diabetes is a common health problem where the body struggles with using sugar properly. This struggle can lead to too much sugar in the...

Early coronary heart disease linked to higher dementia risk

Coronary heart disease (CHD) is a known risk factor for dementia, but new research suggests that the age at which CHD is diagnosed can...

New blood test enhances heart damage detection

Recent research highlights a significant advancement in diagnosing heart muscle injuries. A high sensitivity blood test, capable of detecting very low levels of the protein...

Fast walking lowers heart failure risk in older women

A recent study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society highlights a crucial link between walking pace and heart health in postmenopausal women. The...

What he thought was pneumonia turned out to be heart failure – at age...

Dave Conway felt his legs tremble as he carried a 50-pound bag of corn to pour into a batch of bourbon. As a craft distiller...

Radiation therapy may help treat heart failure

Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis are exploring a groundbreaking application of radiation therapy, traditionally used in cancer treatment, for...

How alcohol affects your heart health

Past research has indicated that moderate alcohol consumption may lower the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD). However, recent studies have suggested that even moderate...