Scientists find surprising cause of heart disease inside blood vessels
Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death across the world. In the United States alone, it is responsible for about one...
Common blood pressure drug may harm some heart failure patients
Heart failure is a serious and growing health problem, especially in older adults. It happens when the heart cannot keep up with the body’s...
Top blood pressure number may matter most for your heart, stud finds
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a very common health problem around the world. It increases the risk of serious conditions such as...
Are you getting enough vitamin D for heart disease prevention?
Vitamin D is an important nutrient that plays a key role in keeping the body healthy. Most people know it helps maintain strong bones,...
Lower cholesterol targets save more lives, major study finds
Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death around the world. It often develops slowly over many years as fatty deposits build...
Common blood thinner drug could treat hidden heart rhythm disease
A recent international study suggests that a widely used blood-thinning drug may help prevent strokes in people with a hidden heart rhythm problem that...
This smart drug can treat most dangerous heart problem
A new study from King’s College London has introduced a promising drug that could help save people during heart attacks by stopping one of...
Sleep problems may be a hidden cause of heart disease, study finds
Many people think about diet, exercise, and smoking when they consider heart health. However, a new study from Yale School of Medicine shows that...
Common blood pressure drug linked to hidden risk of sudden cardiac arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the most dangerous medical emergencies. It happens when the heart suddenly stops beating properly and can no longer...
Missing this key nutrient may increase risks of heart disease, dementia
Choline is an essential nutrient that the body needs to stay healthy, but many people have never even heard of it. Unlike some vitamins,...