New wearable tech makes heart health monitoring easier and more accurate
The leading cause of death in Texas is heart disease, according to the National Center for Health Statistics, accounting for more than 45,000 deaths...
What migraine sufferers need to know about stroke risk
Try not to let it give you a headache, but be aware: People who suffer migraines, especially women, seem to have a higher risk...
Cognitive decline may be faster after a heart attack
In a new study, researchers found that people with incidental coronary heart disease are more likely to have faster cognitive decline in the long...
This DNA test may help predict heart disease
In a new study, researchers found that a DNA test called a polygenic risk score, or PRS may help predict a person’s risk of...
Statins may reduce stroke risk in people with cancer
In a new study, researchers found that cholesterol-lowering statin drugs may cut stroke risk in cancer patients.
They found that cancer patients who took statin...
Scientists confirm vacation is good for your heart health
Summer is the prime vacation season, and many people treasure their vacation time and look forward to getting away from work.
In a new study,...
Vitamin D may not protect your heart health
In a new study, researchers found that taking vitamin D supplements did not reduce heart disease risk.
The research was conducted by a team from...
Alexa, monitor my heart: Scientists develop first contactless cardiac arrest AI system for smart...
Almost 500,000 Americans die each year from cardiac arrest when the heart suddenly stops beating.
People experiencing cardiac arrest will suddenly become unresponsive and either...
This heart problem may increase your dementia risk
In a new study, researchers found that a common heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation (AF) is linked to an increased risk of dementia.
The...
This device may benefit many people with heart failure
In a new study, researchers found that cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) with defibrillator could benefit many heart failure patients.
The CRT-defibrillator could improve heart functions...