Thyroid drug may increase heart disease risk
Levothyroxine—a synthetic thyroid hormone—has consistently ranked among the top three most prescribed medications in the United States for over a decade, reflecting how common...
6 big warning signs your heart might be in trouble
The heart works like the engine of your body. It keeps you alive by pumping blood to your organs and tissues.
But like any engine,...
Gut holds the key to new heart failure treatment
New discoveries are changing how scientists understand heart failure, and the gut may be playing a bigger role than once believed.
Research is showing that...
New blood pressure guideline recommends this treatment
Nearly half of all adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure—defined as 130/80 mm Hg or higher—and it remains the top preventable risk...
This exercise saves heart health in people with high blood pressure
Analysis of over 36,000 people with high blood pressure has shown that taking more steps, even below the recommended daily target of 10,000 steps,...
Weekly flossing may lower risks of stroke and irregular heartbeat
Flossing your teeth at least once a week may do more than just keep your smile healthy—it could also help protect your brain and...
Cholesterol drugs help your heart—but could affect your brain, weight, or lungs
Doctors often prescribe cholesterol-lowering drugs to help people stay healthy, especially as they get older.
These medications are known for lowering the risk of heart...
Using high-dose statins first can lower heart disease risk
Lowering LDL cholesterol—the so-called “bad” cholesterol—is one of the most effective ways to prevent heart disease and strokes.
High LDL levels can clog arteries, leading...
Gum disease may raise risk of irregular heartbeat
Tempted to skip the floss? A new study from Hiroshima University warns that neglecting oral hygiene could have serious consequences for your heart.
Researchers found...
Common vaccine for skin rash could prevent heart disease, stroke
Shingles is a painful skin condition caused by the same virus that causes chickenpox. If you’ve had chickenpox before, the virus doesn’t actually leave...