Eyes can show signs of high blood pressure and heart disease
Scientists have found that the tiny blood vessels at the back of the eye can tell us a lot about our overall health, especially...
Omega-3 can help prevent diabetes and cardiovascular disease
In 2021, roughly 6% of the world's population, or 529 million people, were living with diabetes, mostly type 2 diabetes (T2D).
In the same year,...
When a cough could be a sign of congestive heart failure
When people think of heart problems, they often imagine chest pain, shortness of breath, or fatigue. But there’s another, less obvious symptom that could...
This skin condition can harm your heart health
When people hear the word psoriasis, they usually think of red, flaky patches on the skin. These patches can be itchy, uncomfortable, and often...
Heart’s stretching ability may help predict stroke and dementia risk
A new study from the University of Minnesota Medical School has found that how well a part of the heart called the left atrium...
Poor hearing may raise risk of heart failure, study finds
A large study from the UK has found that people with poor hearing may have a higher risk of developing heart failure. The research...
Fish swim bladder inspires new heart repair treatment
Scientists have developed a new injectable hydrogel, made from materials found in fish swim bladders, that could help repair damaged heart tissue after a...
Could a new drug help prevent heart attacks and strokes?
A new drug in clinical trials is showing promise in lowering a key genetic risk factor for heart attacks and strokes—something no existing treatment...
Recognizing the early signs of heart failure can help save your life
Heart failure is a serious health condition, but the name can be a little misleading. It doesn’t mean that the heart has completely stopped...
This drug reduces risk of heart attacks and stroke in type 2 diabetes
A new international clinical trial has shown that the oral form of semaglutide, a medication already known for managing type 2 diabetes, can significantly lower...