Heart Health

This therapy could reverse heart damage caused by cholesterol

An international team of researchers has uncovered a groundbreaking discovery in the fight against heart disease. They found that cholesterol does not just affect blood...

What are major causes of high systolic blood pressure

High systolic blood pressure, often simply called high blood pressure or hypertension, is a common health problem that increases the risk of heart disease,...

Understanding symptoms and treatments of peripheral artery disease (PAD)

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common condition that affects the blood flow to your legs and feet. It happens when the arteries that...

This surgery can fight diabetes and protect the heart

Metabolic surgery, often called weight-loss surgery or bariatric surgery, is becoming more popular among people with diabetes. This surgery helps people lose weight, and...

Aspirin for heart attack prevention: What you need to know

Aspirin is a familiar medication found in many households, often used to relieve pain, reduce fever, and prevent heart attacks. Known as a “wonder...

This popular Korean side dish may have a distinct funky flavor, but it offers...

Fermenting foods can extend their shelf life. But can eating fermented foods do the same for people? It's a question investigators have been digging into...

How common blood pressure drugs may affect sleep

Getting enough sleep is important for good health, but many adults, especially in the United States, find it hard to get the rest they...

Heart failure patients who do not see a cardiologist even once a year have...

Seeing a cardiologist regularly can significantly improve the chances of survival for people with heart failure, according to a large study published in the European...

Waist-to-height ratio can predict heart failure, study finds

A new study has found that the waist-to-height ratio (WtHR) could be a better way to predict heart failure than the commonly used body...

This drug can rapidly lower heart attack risk in people with obesity

New research presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO25) in Malaga, Spain, reveals that semaglutide, a medication originally designed for type 2 diabetes,...